جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Gerald Boersmaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Augustine's Theology
• Thomas Aquinas
• Patristics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gerald P. Boersma is a Professor of Theology at Ave Maria University and a Humboldt Fellow at the University of Tübingen. His work focuses on Augustinian and Thomistic theology, patristics, and medieval Christian thought. He previously taught at St. Bonaventure University and has held fellowships at Villanova University and the University of Tübingen. Education: B.A., Christianity and Culture, Trinity Western University M.A., Theology, Ave Maria University Ph.D., Theology, University of Durham Boersma’s research interests include Augustine’s doctrine of the imago Dei, Aquinas’s virtue ethics, and Greek patristic theology. His publications include Augustine’s Early Theology of Image (Oxford, 2016) and numerous articles on Augustinian and Thomistic thought. Recent work explores themes like Eucharistic miracles, Dante’s theological symbolism, and the intersection of classical philosophy with Christian theology. His articles analyze topics such as the metaphysics of Eucharistic miracles, Aquinas’s contemplative theology, and Augustine’s influence on Dante. These contributions highlight his expertise in patristic exegesis and systematic theology. Scientific Awards: Humboldt Fellowship (University of Tübingen) Boersma’s academic leadership includes directing Ave Maria’s Theology M.A. program and advising on grants related to patristic studies. His scholarly activities involve interdisciplinary engagement with literature, philosophy, and early Christian texts.

Anne Raineمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• American Literature
• Modernist Studies
• Ecocriticism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anne Raine is an Associate Professor of English at the University of Ottawa, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts. Her research bridges modernist literature, ecocriticism, and climate justice, focusing on intersections between literary aesthetics, scientific discourse, and environmental activism. She holds a PhD in American Literature from the University of Washington (2002), an MA in Feminist Theory from the University of Leeds (1994), and a BA in English Literature from Simon Fraser University (1991). Her work examines how modernist texts engage with environmental discourses and contemporary climate crises, emphasizing contemplative pedagogy as a tool for addressing ecological anxiety. She is a member of the Association for the Study of Literature and Environment (ASLE), Modernist Studies Association, and Association for Literature, Environment and Culture in Canada (ALECC). Raine supervises graduate students, including Bahare Yousefi (focused on Environmental History and Climate Change Activism). Her publications explore topics such as feminist modernism, ecocritical theory, and mindfulness in education, with recent contributions to Contemplative Practices and Anti-Oppressive Pedagogies and Modernism/Modernity Print Plus .

• Mindfulness
• Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Educator Well-being
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Baelen is a Research Fellow in the Department of Psychology at the University of Illinois Chicago. Her work focuses on mindfulness-based interventions in educational settings, with a particular emphasis on teacher well-being, social-emotional learning (SEL), and youth development. She has contributed to developing scalable mindfulness programs for K-12 educators and students, emphasizing culturally responsive practices and teacher-centered approaches to professional development. Her research also explores leadership frameworks rooted in mindfulness and yoga to improve school culture and organizational change. Key areas of research include: Mindfulness training for educators to enhance social-emotional competencies Optimal program design for youth across developmental stages Teacher resilience through self-compassion interventions Implementation science for school-based programs Her work bridges educational psychology, leadership studies, and contemplative practices, addressing systemic challenges in scaling mindfulness initiatives. Recent studies highlight barriers to student motivation in mindfulness programs and propose innovative solutions for universal school interventions.

Caroline Maunمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• American Literature
• Creative Writing
• 20th Century Women's Literature

Caroline Maun is an Associate Professor of English at Wayne State University, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. She specializes in American Literature, particularly 20th-century women writers, and creative writing. She served as Director of Graduate Studies in English (2014–2018) and Chairperson of the English Department (2018–2024). Her teaching includes courses like ENG5860 and ENG2800, focusing on creative writing foundations. Education: Ph.D. in English (University of Tennessee Knoxville, 1998), M.A. in English (North Carolina State University, 1992), B.A. in English (Eckerd College, 1990). Research interests span American literature with a focus on women’s writing and creative writing pedagogy. Her publications include poetry volumes like Accident (2019) and scholarly works such as Mosaic of Fire (2012), examining 20th-century feminist literary voices. Her poetry explores themes of memory, identity, and existential inquiry. Awards: 2017 Outstanding Graduate Director, 2015 President’s Excellence in Teaching Award, and multiple fellowships including the 2009–2010 Humanities Center Resident Scholar. Grants/Advising: WSU Career Development Chair (2014), mentorship in English graduate programs. She collaborates with the English Department’s literary initiatives and has contributed to poetry events like the St. Clair Shores event. Her work bridges scholarly critique and creative practice, emphasizing women’s literary legacies.

Jacek Wojtysiakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ontology and Metaphysics
• Philosophy of Religion
• Epistemology of religious beliefs
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Jacek Wojtysiak (b. 1967) is a distinguished faculty member at the Faculty of Philosophy , John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin (KUL) , holding the title of Professor since 2015. He has taught philosophy, epistemology, and logic at KUL since 1992, engaging with students across multiple faculties including Theology, Social Sciences, and Humanities. Education : M.A. in Philosophy (1992) and Ph.D. (1999) from KUL, habilitation thesis on "Why is there something rather than nothing?" (2009) Research Focus : Ontology, Metaphysics, Philosophy of Religion, Existential Expressions, and Ecumenical Dialogue Scientific Contributions : Authored/co-authored 12 books, over 50 articles, with notable works including O słowie BYĆ (2005) and In Praise of Curiosity (2003) Scientific Awards : First Prize for philosophical work (1989) Foundation for Polish Science Scholarship (1997) Leuven Research Fellowship (2002-2003) Rector's Awards for Ph.D. and Habilitation (1999, 2009) He has served as academic tutor in the College of Interdisciplinary Individual Humanistic Studies (2001-), coordinated Lublin Science Festival, and held editorial roles in academic journals. His work bridges analytic philosophy with phenomenology, emphasizing existential questions and educational philosophy.

• Neuroscience of Mindfulness
• Mental Health and Wellbeing
• EEG Microstate Sequencing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elena Antonova is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Brunel University London's Department of Life Sciences within the College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences. She holds a PhD in Cognitive Psychology from King's College London and has held postdoctoral and academic positions at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN) and the University of Hertfordshire. Her research bridges contemplative neuroscience and AI, focusing on mindfulness-based interventions for mental health, neural dynamics in meditation, and applications to schizophrenia and healthy aging. Education: BSc (UCL, 2000), PhD (IoPPN, 2004) Affiliations: Visiting Researcher at IoPPN, Senior Visiting Research Fellow at University of Hertfordshire's Adaptive Systems Research Group Her work integrates neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG), psychophysiology, and computational methods to study mindfulness expertise and its clinical applications. Recent projects include Mindfulness-based Environmental Sustainability (MiBEST) and Using mindfulness to reduce schizophrenia vulnerability , funded by the British Academy and the United States Air Force Office of Scientific Research. Key publications analyze neural substrates of mindfulness, Long-COVID cognitive effects, and AI risk mitigation via neurophenomenology. Her 2024 articles explore brain structure in COVID-19 survivors, sensory processing in meditators, and paranoia reduction in schizotypy populations. Scientific Recognition: Templeton Positive Neuroscience Fellowship (2011-2013) Elected Honorary Research Fellow, Mind and Life Institute (2017) Chair, European Varela Awards Review Panel Public engagement includes BBC documentaries and features on mindfulness neuroscience. She collaborates with Prof. Veena Kumari, Prof. Chrystopher Nehaniv, and institutions like King's College London and University of Hertfordshire.

Eric M Greeneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Buddhist Studies
• Chinese Buddhism
• Buddhist Meditation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eric M Greene is a faculty member in the Department of Religious Studies at Yale University, specializing in Chinese Buddhist studies with a particular focus on meditation practices, textual history, and the cultural transmission of Buddhism from India to China during the early medieval period (200-600 CE). Dr. Greene's research reveals how early Chinese Buddhists approached meditation primarily as a means of gaining visionary experiences that were interpreted as indicators of spiritual purity and progress toward liberation. His work demonstrates that these early meditation practices were fundamentally integrated with repentance rituals (chanhui) and divination practices, forming a distinctive religious culture that differed significantly from later Chan (Zen) traditions. Through meticulous analysis of meditation manuals, including newly discovered Dunhuang manuscripts, he reconstructs how Buddhist contemplative practices were transmitted from India and Central Asia to China and adapted within the Chinese religious context. His scholarship spans multiple methodological approaches, combining textual criticism, historical analysis, and phenomenological examination of meditation experiences. A consistent theme in his work is the examination of how early Chinese Buddhists interpreted their visionary experiences and the authority they ascribed to these experiences within their religious framework. His research challenges established narratives about the development of Chinese Buddhism by utilizing newly discovered manuscript evidence that provides fresh perspectives on textual transmission, doctrinal development, and religious practice. Dr. Greene has made significant contributions through his two major monographs published by the University of Hawaii Press: The Secrets of Buddhist Meditation (2021) and Chan Before Chan (2021), which provide comprehensive studies of early Chinese meditation texts along with English translations. His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly productivity across multiple prestigious journals in Buddhist studies, religious history, and Asian studies, establishing him as a leading scholar in the field of early Chinese Buddhist meditation history.

Bishal Karnaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Buddhism
• Death and Dying
• Meditation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Bishal Karna serves as Associate Professor in the Religious Studies Department at Nazareth University, where he teaches courses exploring universal human questions through religious wisdom traditions. His office is located in Golisano Academic Center 309. His educational background includes: B.A. in Political Science from Caldwell College M.A. in Religious Studies from Georgia State University Ph.D. in Comparative Studies from Ohio State University Karna's research centers on religious and spiritual practices with transformative potential, emphasizing meditation, mindfulness, and prayer. He investigates universal human experiences like suffering, meaning, and love through frameworks of Buddhism, death studies, and spiritual care. His contemplative pedagogy helps students develop inner life navigation skills while cultivating compassion, evident in courses like Meaning of Death , Meditation and Mindfulness , and the capstone Spiritual Care course for the Spiritual Care minor he co-directs. As an educator, Karna prioritizes personalized mentorship and student growth within Nazareth's community-focused environment. He co-directs the Spiritual Care minor and emphasizes religion as a resource for grappling with life's fundamental questions through his Perspectives and Enduring Questions (PEQ) course Exploring the World’s Religions . Karna describes life as 'an adventure' requiring full presence 'with a loving heart and a fearless mind,' advising students to embrace challenges as essential to meaningful living.

Kevin Hartمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theology
• Philosophy
• Religious Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin Hart is the Jo Rae Wright University Distinguished Professor at Duke University's Divinity School, concurrently holding a Professorship in the Department of English at Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Melbourne (1987). His research explores intersections between theology, philosophy, and literature, focusing on contemplative practices, mystical theology, and continental philosophy. Recent works include Contemplation: The Movements of the Soul (2024) and memoir Dark-Land (2024). Primary affiliations: Divinity School & Trinity College Teaches courses on Augustine, mystical theology, and continental philosophy Research interests integrate religious phenomenology, aesthetic philosophy, and existential inquiry. His writing bridges medieval mysticism with contemporary postsecular thought, often engaging figures like Jean-Luc Marion and Maurice Blanchot. Recent articles address revelation theology, saturated phenomena, and the ethics of literary imagery. Recipient: Jo Rae Wright University Distinguished Professor title (2024–present) Teaching includes independent studies in critical research (ENGLISH 497/498) and specialized seminars on Augustine's thought and mystical theology. External collaborations include Bloomsbury Publishing and Glasgow University.

Daniel M. Stuartمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Buddhist Studies
• South Asian Religions
• Sanskrit and Pāli Texts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel M. Stuart is an Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina in the Department of Religious Studies . He specializes in South Asian Buddhist traditions, meditation practices, and textual cultures. Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley Research areas: Buddhist meditation, Sanskrit/Pāli texts, Yogācāra philosophy, mindfulness historiography His research explores the interplay between Buddhist practice, textual production, and cosmological theories. He focuses on the Saddharmasmṛtyupasthānasūtra , a transitional text linking early meditation with later Mahāyāna developments. His work also examines the global institutional history of S. N. Goenka’s Vipassanā movement, analyzing tensions between traditional Buddhist frameworks and postcolonial secular reinterpretations. Recent publications highlight Buddhist multispecies epistemologies, karmic interdependence of humans and animals, and the evolution of meditative power concepts. Articles analyze canonical debates on mindfulness of breathing, ethical cultivation in monastic law, and the role of materiality in meditative cognition. Stuart’s methodology combines textual analysis with ethnographic insights, emphasizing historical contexts of meditation lineages. He contributes to critical editions of Buddhist manuscripts and interdisciplinary dialogues between religious studies and cognitive science.

Leanne Hepburnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Marine Conservation
• Coral Reef Ecology
• Sustainability and Solutions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Leanne Hepburn is a Professor at the University of Essex's School of Life Sciences, with roles including Director of Education (2019-2022) and Employability Director (2017-2019). She holds a PhD in Coral Reef Geoscience from Manchester Metropolitan University (2006-2010), an MSc in Marine and Fisheries Sciences (2000-2001), and a BSc in Zoology with Marine Biology (1994-1998), both from the University of Aberdeen. Her research focuses on marine conservation (coral reefs, oyster ecology, mesophotic reefs), sustainability solutions, and innovative pedagogy. Key interests include contemplative education, equity in environmental science, and science-policy interfaces. She leads the Coral Reef Research Unit and explores science communication through art and public engagement. Her recent publications highlight coral reef resilience under climate change, pandemic-era pedagogy, and marine conservation strategies. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address biodiversity loss and sustainable development goals.

Sukaina Hirjiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ancient Greek Philosophy
• Normative Ethics
• Feminist Philosophy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sukaina Hirji is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Philosophy, within the School of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in Ancient Greek philosophy, normative ethics, and feminist philosophy, with a focus on the intersection of these fields. Her research explores moral agency under oppression, ethical theory, and Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics. She holds a PhD from Princeton University (2016), an MA from Queen’s University (2010), and a BA (Honors) from the University of Alberta (2006). Her work has been published in journals such as Philosophers’ Imprint , Ethics , and Philosophy and Phenomenological Research . Key research areas include oppressive double binds, moral psychology, and the role of contemplation in Aristotelian ethics. Recent publications address how oppression undermines moral agency and the structure of practical reason in ancient eudaimonism. Hirji has received awards such as the Dean’s Award for Distinguished Teaching (2022) and the National Humanities Center Fellowship (2021, declined). She serves as an Assistant Editor at Philosophers’ Imprint and actively contributes to professional service, including diversity initiatives in philosophy. Her teaching spans ethics, ancient philosophy, and feminist theory, with courses like Love and Sex and Aristotle’s Teleology . She mentors numerous graduate and undergraduate students, emphasizing inclusive pedagogy and critical engagement with philosophical traditions.

Nerea Calvilloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Science
• Urban Studies
• Sustainability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nerea Calvillo is a Professor and Reader at the Centre for Interdisciplinary Methodologies (CIM) at the University of Warwick. She joined CIM in 2015 and has prior affiliations with Goldsmiths University of London, Columbia University, and other institutions. Her academic background includes a PhD and Bachelor’s in Architecture from Polytechnic University of Madrid and a Master’s in Advanced Architecture Design from Columbia University. She teaches modules such as Data Infrastructures (IM919) and Data Visualisation in Science, Culture and Public Policy (IM949), emphasizing interdisciplinary methodologies. Her research critically examines environmental pollution’s material, technological, political, and social dimensions. Key areas include toxicity, digital environmental monitoring, feminist sensing practices, smart cities, and queer urban political ecologies. She founded the In the Air project and architecture office C+arquitectas, focusing on collaborative visualization and civic engagement. Current research explores toxic politics and pollen-driven urban ecologies. Calvillo’s work bridges art, design, and science, with a focus on participatory methodologies and data-driven advocacy. She serves as Director of Postgraduate Research at CIM and holds office hours on Thursdays. Her publications span environmental humanities, urban studies, and critical data practices, addressing themes like climate resilience, air quality, and posthuman ethics.

• Contemporary Continental Philosophy
• Indian Philosophy
• History of Western Philosophy
• +۹ مورد دیگر

R. Raj Singh is a Professor of Philosophy at Brock University, specializing in Contemporary Continental Philosophy, Indian philosophies (Vedanta, Buddhism, Gandhi), and the works of Heidegger and Schopenhauer. He holds academic credentials from Panjab University (B.A., M.A.), Brock University (M.A.), and the University of Ottawa (Ph.D.). His research focuses on trans-cultural philosophical dialogues, particularly between Eastern and Western thought. Key areas include the philosophical implications of Bhakti, the concept of death in Schopenhauer and Indian traditions, and Heidegger’s ontology of technology and dwelling. Dr. Singh has authored multiple books and scholarly articles, including Schopenhauer: A Guide for the Perplexed (2010) and Heidegger, World and Death (2013). His work bridges ancient Greek philosophy, phenomenology, and Eastern spiritual traditions, emphasizing ethical and aesthetic dimensions across cultures. He has been affiliated with Brock University since completing his doctoral studies, contributing extensively to the Philosophy department’s academic and curricular development.

Hayley M. Haugenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Creative Writing
• Poetry
• American Literature
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hayley M. Haugen is a Professor of English at Ohio University Southern, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. She teaches composition, American literature, and creative writing, and is deeply engaged in both literary creation and critical scholarship. Her work bridges creative and academic domains, particularly in poetry and disability studies. Ph.D. in 20th Century American Literature, Ohio University (2006) MFA in Poetry, University of Washington (1995) Her research focuses on creative writing, poetry, disability and illness in contemporary American literature . She explores how personal and bodily experiences are represented in literary works, especially through the lens of authors like Nancy Mairs and Stephen King. Her creative work often reimagines myth and fairy tale, while her critical contributions analyze the cultural and medical narratives surrounding the body. The analysis of her publications reveals a consistent engagement with themes of identity, the body, trauma, and narrative form. Her poetic works emphasize lyrical expression and emotional depth, while her scholarly chapters contribute to disability studies, horror literature, and medical humanities. The interdisciplinary nature of her output reflects a deep integration of creative and critical practice. Her scientific awards include: 2021 Ohio University Southern Campus Faculty Award for Outstanding Research 2020 Ohio University Regional Higher Education Award for Outstanding Faculty 2019 Ohio University Southern Campus Faculty Award for Outstanding Research 2013 Ohio University Southern Campus Faculty Award for Outstanding Service 2011 Ohio University Southern Campus Faculty Award for Outstanding Teaching While no formal advisees are listed, her role as a professor and founding editor of Sheila-Na-Gig Inc. suggests mentorship and leadership in literary communities. She has not received explicit grant mentions, but her sustained publication and editorial work indicate funded or institutionally supported research activities. She leads the nonprofit literary journal and small press, which supports emerging writers and promotes diverse voices in poetry and nonfiction.