جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Thomas Weisserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theological Ethics
• Religion and Morality
• Everyday Morality
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Thomas Weisser is a Professor of Theological Ethics at the Otto-Friedrich University Bamberg. His research spans foundational questions in theological ethics, gender discourse, bioethics, media contexts, and poverty/wealth ethics. He has held this position since 2012. University: Otto-Friedrich University Bamberg (Bamberg, Germany) Department: Theological Ethics Academic Rank: Professor Email: thomas.weisser@uni-bamberg.de Education & Career: Weisser studied Catholic Theology and German Studies at Bonn and Tübingen (1983-1991). He earned his doctorate (1999, summa cum laude) and habilitation (2003) at Tübingen. After serving as a Research Associate there (1992-2006), he became the State Broadcasting Representative of the Catholic Church in Rhineland-Palatinate (2006-2012) before joining Bamberg as a Professor. He has also held teaching assignments at multiple universities. Research Focus: Weisser examines theological ethics through lenses like everyday morality, gender discourse, media contexts, and bioethics. His work interrogates concepts such as the Decalogue, human identity, empathy limits, and theological implications of films like Westworld . He coined the term 'anamnestic ethics' (memory-based moral frameworks). Publications: Author of over 150 publications, including co-edited volumes on: Gender and Theology (2019) Blasphemy in Plural Societies (2018) Media Ethics Workbooks (2003) Bioethics lexicon entries (2003) Public Engagement: Regular lecturer at theological academies, contributor to documentaries, and speaker at the University Church. He explores intersections between religion, pop culture (e.g., Westworld analysis), and modern moral challenges like AI ethics.

• Ethics of digital twins
• Ethics of organoids
• Ethics of novel biotechnology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew J. Barnhart serves as a Researcher at the Department of Systematic Theology and Ethics within the Faculty of Protestant Theology at the University of Bonn, where he has held a Research Associate position since 2023. He concurrently functions as a Scientist in the European Research Council (ERC) funded SIMTWIN project led by Prof. Dr. Matthias Braun, investigating ethical implications of digital twins in precision medicine. His academic trajectory includes a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Research Fellowship at KU Leuven's Centre for Biomedical Ethics and Law (2019-2023) focused on organoid ethics within the Horizon 2020 OrganoVIR consortium, preceded by adjunct professorship in Philosophy and Biomedical Ethics at Frederick Community College (2016-2019) and research at King's College London (2015-2016). Barnhart's research program critically examines emerging biotechnologies through interdisciplinary bioethics lenses. His core focus areas include ethical frameworks for human brain organoids, governance of digital health twins, disability-inclusive neuroethics, and philosophical foundations of novel biotechnologies. He employs ecological-enactive disability models to challenge pathologizing approaches in mental health ethics while developing context-sensitive governance structures for cross-jurisdictional biotech applications. His work consistently bridges theoretical philosophy with practical policy implications, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and social justice considerations. Analysis of his 13 recent publications (2021-2025) reveals three dominant thematic clusters: organoid ethics (70% of output), digital twin governance (20%), and disability bioethics integration (10%). The organoid research demonstrates progressive conceptual refinement from initial moral status debates toward sophisticated governance frameworks addressing regulatory gaps and international harmonization challenges. His digital twin publications pioneer normative approaches for decommissioning protocols and communication ethics in AI healthcare, while disability-focused work innovatively applies neurodiversity principles to organoid research design. Scientific recognition includes: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Research Fellowship (2019-2023) Barnhart's current ERC SIMTWIN project represents significant grant funding advancing digital twin ethics, building on prior Horizon 2020 OrganoVIR consortium experience. Though no formal students are documented, his collaborative projects involve cross-institutional mentoring within European research networks. He maintains active roles in Bonn's Social Ethics Group and contributes to international bioethics discourse through policy-relevant scholarship. He operates within the University of Bonn's Social Ethics Group under the Chair of (Social) Ethics, contributing to the ERC SIMTWIN project's interdisciplinary team that integrates computer scientists, clinicians, and ethicists. His work environment emphasizes empirical ethics approaches combining philosophical analysis with stakeholder interviews and policy analysis for real-world implementation.

• Ethics of technology
• Political ethics
• AI ethics
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Matthias Braun is Professor of Social Ethics at the Faculty of Protestant Theology at the University of Bonn, holding the Chair of (Social) Ethics since the winter semester of 2022/23. Previously, he was head of the junior research group "Ethics and Governance of New Technologies" at the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg until 2022. His academic journey includes research positions at institutions in Marburg, Erlangen, Bergen, Maastricht, and Oxford. Braun's research focuses on the ethical and governance challenges of emerging technologies, particularly examining how new technologies change social forms of life and institutions. His work spans political ethics, AI ethics, digital twin technology, data governance, and theological ethics. Using empirical and analytical-hermeneutic methods, he assesses social values and norms to develop responsible approaches to technological development. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated examinations of technology's societal impacts, with a growing emphasis on practical implementation of ethical frameworks. The research shows deep engagement with both theoretical foundations and concrete applications, particularly in healthcare contexts where ethical considerations have immediate real-world consequences. European Research Council research award recipient Falling Walls Award in Social Science and Humanities Braun leads the ERC-funded project on the ethics of digital twins and collaborates extensively across disciplinary boundaries. His work with the Collaborative Research Center EmpkinS and the Transdisciplinary Research Center "Life & Health" demonstrates his commitment to bridging academic research with practical societal concerns. Through initiatives like the Lunch Series on "Ethics, AI, and Health" and the "SciCom with Kids" program, he actively engages with diverse audiences to foster public discourse on technology ethics.

• Constitutional Law
• Digital Rights and Internet Regulation
• Freedom of Expression
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria Esmeralda Bucalo serves as Associate Professor of Jurisprudence (GIUR-05/A) at the Department of Law, Università degli Studi di Palermo. Her office is located at Via Maqueda, 172 - 2nd floor - room no. 59, with regular Friday office hours from 9:00 to 11:00 by reservation. She actively coordinates academic activities including study visits to London for Master's Degree in Law students. Professor Bucalo's research focuses on constitutional law, digital rights, and bioethics. Her recent scholarship examines constitutional reform of Articles 9 and 41, AI/deepfakes regulation, freedom of expression in digital spaces, euthanasia jurisprudence (particularly the Mortier v. Belgium case), and soft law governance. Her work demonstrates strong engagement with European Court of Human Rights jurisprudence and comparative analysis of Italian and international legal frameworks. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals three dominant research threads: (1) Constitutional evolution in digital contexts (60% of works), particularly addressing AI regulation and platform governance; (2) End-of-life legislation and bioethics (25%), with emphasis on European human rights standards; (3) Historical analysis of constitutional gender equality provisions (15%). Her scholarship consistently bridges doctrinal analysis with contemporary social challenges, showing particular expertise in reconciling traditional constitutional principles with emerging technological realities. Professor Bucalo actively supervises student activities including study abroad programs and coordinates remedial classes in Constitutional Law and Fundamental Freedoms for the Corporate Legal Consultant Degree Program. Her teaching schedule reflects regular engagement with both undergraduate and graduate law students at UniPa.

• Comparative Public Policy
• Science and Technology Studies (STS)
• Elderly Care Technology
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Naonori Kodate is an Associate Professor of Social Policy at University College Dublin (UCD) , where he also serves as Director of the UCD Centre for Japanese Studies and Director of the Public Policy Programme . Additionally, he holds Visiting Professor positions at Hokkaido University Public Policy Research Center and Senior Research Fellow roles at the Institute for Future Initiatives, University of Tokyo and Chiba University Center for Frontier Medical Engineering (from November 2024). His research bridges comparative healthcare politics and science & technology studies (STS) , focusing on care systems, welfare technologies, and gender equality in STEM. Education: BA in International Relations (University of Tokyo) LL.M in European Politics and Law (University of Tokyo) MSc in European Politics and Policy (London School of Economics) PhD in Political Science (London School of Economics) His research explores technology-driven solutions to aging populations, including robotics-aided care systems, patient safety regulation, and gender dynamics in STEM education. He has coordinated major international projects like HARP: RoCS (Toyota Foundation-funded) and INNOVCARE (ANR-funded). Recent publications analyze cross-cultural acceptance of care robots, ethical frameworks for home-care technology, and economic impacts of rare pediatric diseases. He has secured grants from JSPS , Toyota Foundation , and European Research Council -linked initiatives. Scientific Awards: UCD Teaching Excellence Award (2024) Best Documentary Award (2021) Best Digital Poster Award (2020) Multiple conference recognitions (2021-2024) He supervises PhD students researching care robotics , rare disease impacts , and assistive technology . He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across Europe, Japan, and Asia , integrating engineering, social sciences, and healthcare expertise.

• Bioethics
• Feminist Legal Studies
• Healthcare Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elizabeth Chloe Romanis is an Associate Professor in Biolaw at Durham Law School, Durham University, holding dual affiliations with Durham CELLS (Centre for Ethics and Law in the Life Sciences) and the Institute for Medical Humanities. As of August 2024, she serves as the Director of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the Law School, and from September 2022-June 2023, she held a prestigious Fellowship-in-Residence at Harvard University's Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Ethics and the Petrie-Flom Center for Health Law Policy, Biotechnology and Bioethics. She also maintains an adjunct researcher position with the University of Zurich's Human Reproduction Reloaded research programme and serves as co-Editor-in-Chief of Medical Law International. Her educational background includes a first class LLB (Hons) Law degree and a distinction LLM in Health Care Ethics and Law from the University of Manchester, followed by a Wellcome Trust-funded PhD in Bioethics and Medical Jurisprudence, completed with no corrections in September 2020. During her doctoral studies, she spent a semester as a visiting postgraduate researcher in Reproductive and Sexual Health Law at the University of Toronto. Dr. Romanis's research focuses on the intersection of law, ethics, and reproduction, with particular emphasis on artificial womb technology, abortion rights, and gestation-related legal issues. Her scholarship critically examines how legal frameworks address emerging reproductive technologies and the rights of diverse individuals in reproductive contexts. Her work often challenges traditional legal boundaries and advocates for more inclusive, equitable approaches to reproductive healthcare and decision-making. Her publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from foundational work on artificial womb technology and abortion law toward increasingly nuanced explorations of gender diversity in reproduction, with recent articles addressing nonbinary and trans pregnancies, safeguarding in telemedical abortion, and the intersection of reproductive justice with emerging technologies. The 2023-2025 publications reveal a growing emphasis on intersectional approaches that consider how race, gender identity, and socioeconomic status impact reproductive experiences and legal protections. University of Manchester Distinguished Achievement Medal for Postgraduate Researcher of the Year (FHUMS) 2020 Faculty of Humanities Outstanding Teacher Award 2020 Durham Law School Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Staff Award 2021 Dr. Romanis actively supervises PhD students in reproduction and the law, and her work has been supported by prestigious fellowships including those from Harvard University and the Wellcome Trust Project at Lancaster University. She has collaborated with international researchers across the UK, Europe, and North America, establishing herself as a key voice in bioethics and reproductive law scholarship. Her edited textbook 'Diverse Voices in Health Law and Ethics: Important Perspectives' (Bristol University Press, 2025) reflects her commitment to amplifying marginalized perspectives in legal and ethical discourse.

Elena Maria Marty-Nelsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tax Law
• Trusts and Estates
• Property Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elena Maria Marty-Nelson is a Professor of Law at Nova Southeastern University's College of Law. She joined the faculty in 1992 and received tenure in 1997. Her administrative roles include Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Associate Dean for Diversity, Inclusion, and Public Impact. J.D., Georgetown University Law LL.M., Georgetown University Law Her research focuses span tax law, trusts and estates, property law, and diversity initiatives in legal education. She has extensively written on intersections between law, religion, and public health, particularly pandemic-related legal frameworks. Her scholarship includes publications with Cambridge University Press and Carolina Academic Press, as well as citations in federal court decisions and treatises. She has received multiple teaching awards, including eight "Professor of the Year" honors and the 2011-2012 Shepard Broad Law Center Professor of the Year Award. Professor of the Year (multiple years) Shepard Broad Law Center Professor of the Year Outstanding Service Award (2021) Elena has served on ABA site evaluation teams, LSAC Board of Trustees, and AALS Section on Minority Groups. She teaches courses in Property, Federal Securities Regulations, Income Tax, Wills, Trusts, and Negotiating Workshop.

Laura A Siminoffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Communication
• Shared Decision-Making
• Bioethics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Laura A. Siminoff is the Laura H. Carnell Professor and Professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the College of Public Health, Temple University. She is also a Member of the Cancer Prevention and Control program at Fox Chase Cancer Center. She served as Dean of the College of Public Health from 2014 to 2022 and continues to be an active researcher and mentor. Her educational background includes: BA in Anthropology, McGill University MA in Anthropology, University of New Brunswick PhD in Public Health, Johns Hopkins University Dr. Siminoff is a leading expert in health communication and decision-making, with core research interests in cancer treatment decisions, informed consent, health disparities, bioethics, and organ and tissue donation. Her work emphasizes culturally sensitive communication, caregiver burden in advanced illness, and ethical challenges in biobanking. She has developed and evaluated interventions to improve shared decision-making and increase organ donation rates among underrepresented communities. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on communication in healthcare decisions, particularly around organ donation, cancer caregiving, and health disparities. Key trends include longitudinal analyses of caregiver well-being, culturally tailored interventions for Asian American and Black communities, ethical considerations in tissue donation, and innovative eLearning tools for healthcare professionals involved in VCA and organ donation discussions. Dr. Siminoff has been continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health for over two decades and has secured approximately $40 million in research funding as principal investigator. She has mentored numerous graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty in launching independent research careers. She is the principal investigator of multiple federally funded projects, including CEaD (Communicating Effectively about Donation), CEaD-VCA, CEaD-A, and VCA-Qual. She leads the Siminoff Research Group for Informed Healthcare Decision Making and Effective Communication, which conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of public health, behavioral science, and clinical ethics. The team focuses on developing and testing communication strategies that empower patients and families to make informed health decisions, especially in high-stakes contexts such as cancer care and end-of-life donation.

• Amputation
• Male Infertility
• Fatherhood
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Esmée Hanna is a Reader (Associate Professor) in the School of Allied Health Sciences at De Montfort University, within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. Her research focuses on the intersections of health, gender, and the body, with a strong emphasis on qualitative methodologies and applied outcomes. She is an NIHR Advanced Fellow (2020–2024) leading research on improving patient preparation for amputation surgery and has led numerous projects on male infertility and fatherhood. Education: PhD in Sociology from the University of Leeds, MA in Social Research from the University of Leeds, BA (Hons) in Sociology from the University of Warwick. Research Interests: Amputation, Male Infertility, Fatherhood, Masculinities, Gender, The Body, Health and Wellbeing. Teaching: Sociology of Health and Illness, Research Methods, Study Skills. Her research explores lived experiences, particularly through digital and visual methods, focusing on how men navigate health challenges such as infertility and amputation. She examines emotional labor, stigma, and the social construction of health issues, often in collaboration with patients, healthcare providers, and third-sector organizations. Her work emphasizes patient dignity, especially in the context of limb disposal after amputation, advocating for ethical and patient-centered practices. Her recent publications span high-impact journals in sociology, health, and gender studies, revealing consistent themes in men's health, reproductive issues, and workplace wellbeing. Her research often highlights the gendered dimensions of health, particularly how masculinity influences help-seeking, emotional expression, and identity. Scientific Awards: Finalist in Fast Track Impact Unsung Impact Awards 2019 She has secured significant external funding from the NIHR, ESRC, and CITB for projects evaluating health interventions and community programs. She has advised on and contributed to numerous consultancy projects for organizations including Co-op Legal Services, Legal & General, and American Express. Her collaborative work includes evaluations of fatherhood initiatives and mental health programs for men. She is affiliated with the Institute of Allied Health Sciences Research (IAHSR) and the Centre for Reproduction Research (CRR) at De Montfort University.

Apurv Chauhanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Social and Cultural Psychology
• Poverty and Homelessness
• Social Inequalities
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Apurv Chauhan is a Lecturer in Social and Cultural Psychology at King’s College London, based in the School of Mental Health & Psychological Sciences, Department of Psychology. He joined King’s in 2023 after roles as Principal Lecturer at the University of Brighton and a CIHR Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Guelph. His education includes a PhD from LSE, MPhil from Cambridge, and BA/MA from University of Delhi. His research focuses on poverty, homelessness, and social inequalities, exploring language’s role in stigma and othering. He also investigates health epistemologies in marginalized communities, ethnocentric biases in qualitative methods, and NLP/big data applications. He leads the Sociocultural Lab and welcomes doctoral students in poverty studies, social representations, and indigenous psychologies. Key contributions include analyzing media representations of homelessness, developing methodologies for collective emotion tracking via social media, and critiquing research paradigms. He serves as Associate Editor for Frontiers in Sociology and has held editorial roles at Sage Open.

Linnea Wegerstadمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure
• Sexual Assault Law
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Linnea Wegerstad serves as Senior Lecturer at Lund University's Department of Law within the Faculty of Law. Her academic profile spans teaching criminal law, criminal procedure, and feminist legal theory while directing significant research projects including the Ragnar Söderberg Foundation-funded study 'Understanding penalty determination – proportionality, uniformity and sources of law in judges’ decision-making' (2024-2027). Previously, she coordinated the Pufendorf Institute's 'Reimagining Police and Public Safety' advanced study group in 2021 and co-led 'The #metoo momentum and its aftermath' research project. Wegerstad's research expertise centers on criminal law and procedure with particular focus on sexual assault legislation, criminal sanctions, and research ethics. Her work demonstrates strong empirical methodology examining how non-legal knowledge informs legal research. Key contributions include analysis of Sweden's 2018 rape law reform, studies of police-reported sexual harassment cases, and examination of defamation judgments following the #MeToo movement. Her research consistently intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to justice and equality. Analysis of her 54 publications reveals consistent focus on sexual violence law reform, with increasing attention to sentencing practices and research ethics frameworks since 2022. Her work shows interdisciplinary integration of feminist theory, empirical social science, and legal doctrine, particularly examining how legal systems respond to social movements. Recent publications demonstrate growing international collaboration, especially on comparative sexual offense legislation. Principal Investigator: 'Understanding penalty determination' project funded by Ragnar Söderberg Foundation (2024-2027) Co-Researcher: 'Researchers' arguments and ethical boards decisions concerning children's participation in research about child abuse and neglect' funded by Riksbankens Jubileumsfond (2022-2024) Project Coordinator: 'Reimagining Police and Public Safety' at Pufendorf Institute (2021) Co-Researcher: '#metoo momentum and its aftermath' project funded by Marianne och Marcus Wallenbergs Stiftelse (2019-2023) Wegerstad supervises degree theses and doctoral projects in criminal law while maintaining active judicial engagement through consultation statements (remissyttranden) to Swedish government agencies. Her professional experience includes practical court work from 2015-2018 as district notary at Lund District Court, court prosecutor at the Court of Appeal for Skåne and Blekinge, and district prosecutor at Malmö District Court.

Nicholas Gambleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Educational Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• School Belonging
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Gamble is an Associate Professor at Monash University's School of Educational Psychology & Counselling, specializing in school belonging, educational ethics, and mental health. His work addresses global challenges in inclusive education, with a focus on post-pandemic recovery and superdiverse classrooms. Principal Investigator in projects like Teacher capabilities in superdiverse classrooms (2020-2026) Co-led the Mental Health in Education Evidence Rapid Review (2025) His research explores how social connectedness, ethical frameworks, and educational policies impact student wellbeing, particularly in contexts like India, Qatar, and Greece. Recent publications highlight cross-cultural strategies to enhance school belonging and digital-age ethical dilemmas. Key scientific recognition includes the Dean's Award 2018 for programs enhancing learning. His work has been featured in media discussions on homeschooling, teacher appreciation, and educational policy.

• Space Medicine
• Liver Pathophysiology
• Microgravity Effects on Organ Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ben Cools is a Researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), specializing in Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences . He holds a doctoral student position in In Vitro Toxicology and Dermato-Cosmetology. His work focuses on understanding hepatic responses to microgravity and space radiation, particularly in the context of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) countermeasures for astronauts. Current projects include leading the FWOSB150 Project (2023-2027), investigating pannexin1 channels' role in NAFLD under microgravity and radiation conditions. He actively collaborates with the European Space Agency (ESA), presenting research at international forums like the Microphysiological Systems World Summit. Key contributions include groundbreaking work on spaceflight hepatotoxicity mechanisms and advocating for reduced animal testing in space research via 3Rs principles. His activities span 8 professional engagements (2023-2025), including organizing conferences and advising ESA's Pharmacological Countermeasures Team.

Kate Spradleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Forensic Anthropology
• Bioarchaeology
• Human Biological Variation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kate Spradley is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Texas State University. Her research focuses on forensic anthropology, bioarchaeology, and human biological variation, with a specific emphasis on migration studies, sex and ancestry estimation, and quantitative methods. She holds an MA from the University of Arkansas (2000) and a PhD from the University of Tennessee (2006). Her work addresses challenges in identifying migrant remains along the U.S.-Mexico border, using metric data and geometric morphometrics. Recent projects include studying secular change in Mexican migrants and developing ethical standards for forensic research involving human remains. She teaches courses in skeletal biology, forensic anthropology, and human variation, and actively mentors MA students in applied and academic research. Dr. Spradley’s research integrates interdisciplinary methods, including stable isotope analysis, GIS modeling, and trauma analysis of historical atrocities. She collaborates on projects such as the identification of historical figures and the documentation of war crimes. Her work emphasizes the intersection of forensic science and social justice, particularly in marginalized populations.

Allen Alvarezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Healthcare Ethics
• Applied Ethics
• Mental Health Social Work
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Allen Alvarez is an Adjunct Professor (Research) in the School of Social Work at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Arts. His work focuses on healthcare ethics, moral distress in healthcare professionals, and the application of philosophical frameworks to improve moral resilience and ethical decision-making in clinical settings. He collaborates with healthcare institutions to design ethics education programs and evaluate moral climate within organizations. Key research projects include investigating moral hazards in healthcare leadership, measuring moral distress levels among professionals, and exploring intergenerational justice in environmental policy. Alvarez emphasizes the role of philosophy in clarifying ethical concepts and fostering clarity in healthcare practices. His teaching spans undergraduate and graduate levels, though specific course details are not elaborated here. Publications highlight contributions to bioethics, healthcare equity, and pandemic ethics, with a focus on translating theoretical insights into actionable strategies for clinicians and policymakers. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Advising and grant activities remain unreported, and lab/teams affiliations are not detailed in the text.