Michell Zethson is a Lecturer at Konstfack University of Arts, Crafts and Design, affiliated with the Department of Arts and Crafts . Their work bridges arts and crafts practice with critical theoretical inquiry, focusing on intersections between material culture, writing, and cultural analysis. Research interests include: Posthumanist and new materialist frameworks Critical pedagogy in arts education Material semiotics and everyday objects Deleuzean philosophies in artistic practice Gender and spatial politics Selected publications explore topics ranging from milk flows as gendered infrastructure (2019) to conceptual frameworks for analyzing small things (2024). They contributed to Konstfack Research Week 2022 with analyses of cocoons and political embodiment. Their pedagogical approach emphasizes irrational knowledge and diffraction as creative research methods, particularly evident in their 2021 monograph Kokoligrafi . While not explicitly listing students or awards, their collaborative work appears in multidisciplinary publications like Details: Cultural Analytical Approaches (2024).
Scott Carpenter, Professor of French at Carleton College since 1990, is a distinguished academic and writer whose work bridges 19th and 20th-century French literature , literary theory , and creative writing . His research focuses on political representations in literature , literary hoaxes , and cultural mystifications . As Director of Carleton's Global Engagement Initiative, he contributes significantly to international educational programming . Award-winning author of both academic and literary works, Carpenter has received the Mark Twain House Royal Nonesuch Prize Solas House Gold Award Midwest Independent Bookstore Bestseller Kirkus Reviews 'Best Books of 2013' among others. His Literary Nonfiction memoir French Like Moi: A Midwesterner in Paris (2020) explores cross-cultural identity through humorous and poignant narrative. A committed educator, Carpenter's teaching portfolio includes courses on representation of otherness 19th-century poetry aesthetics of falseness literary theory He maintains active engagement with undergraduate research collaboration and creative writing instruction . His academic publications demonstrate expertise in French cultural studies , particularly through works like Aesthetics of Fraudulence in Nineteenth-Century France (2009) Integrating Worlds (2019) on study abroad pedagogy Reading Lessons (2000) as literary theory primer His creative fiction appears in Ducts , Lit-Cast , and Anomalous among other journals. Current research interests examine contemporary applications of 19th-century literary themes and cross-disciplinary creative pedagogy . He continues to publish in both academic and literary formats, maintaining active faculty status and editorial collaborations .
Theopisti Stylianou-Lambert is a Professor at the Department of Multimedia and Graphic Design at the Cyprus University of Technology and leader of the Museum Lab at CYENS Centre of Excellence. She has been appointed as the Moa Martinson Visiting Professor at Linköping University in Sweden for the academic year 2025-2026. Stylianou-Lambert holds a PhD in Museology from the University of Leicester (UK) and a Master's degree in Visual Arts from the University of Texas at Austin (USA). Her research and artistic practice focuses on museology and visual sociology, with particular emphasis on photography and emerging technologies. She explores the complex relationships between photography, archives, museums and new technologies through both scholarly research and artistic creation. Her research interests revolve around how photography shapes our understanding of cultural heritage, how emerging technologies transform museum practices, and how visual representation influences social narratives. She examines tourism photography, colonial photographic archives, and the role of photography in archaeological practices, often using innovative visual methodologies to challenge conventional narratives. Her publications reveal consistent engagement with museum studies, particularly examining how photography functions within cultural institutions. Her work spans topics from visitor photography practices to the mediation of difficult heritage through emerging technologies, demonstrating her interdisciplinary approach that bridges academic research with artistic practice. Smithsonian Fellowship in Museum Practice Fulbright Scholarship Arts and Humanities Research Council Award Creating Diasporic Worlds art commission award Stiftung Arp e.V. Archive and Library Fellowship Stylianou-Lambert has received significant recognition for her work, including numerous fellowships and awards. Her artistic projects have been exhibited internationally, and she actively contributes to academic discourse through her editorial work and membership in advisory committees for journals like Photographies and Visitor Studies. As leader of the Museum Lab at CYENS Centre of Excellence, she combines cutting-edge technology with cultural heritage research, creating innovative approaches to museum practice and visitor engagement.
Sarah Giragosian serves as a Lecturer II in the Writing & Critical Inquiry Program at University at Albany, where she teaches courses focused on academic writing, rhetorical theory, and critical inquiry across various contexts. Her educational background includes a PhD from University at Albany, an MFA from Boston University, and a BA from Mount Holyoke College. Her research interests encompass Creative writing , 20th century North American Poetry and Poetics , animal studies , feminist theory , queer theory , eco-poetics , post-humanist studies , and African American Studies . Her work explores how writing functions as both a subject of study and a vehicle for academic and social inquiry, with particular attention to how writing can challenge hegemonic norms and support social justice initiatives. Giragosian's publications reveal a strong focus on contemporary poetry and writing pedagogy, with particular emphasis on the craft of assembling poetry collections, queer perspectives in literature, and eco-poetic approaches. Her work demonstrates a consistent engagement with questions of identity, social justice, and the political dimensions of writing. American Poetry Journal Book Prize for Queer Fish Co-editor of Marbles on the Floor: How to Assemble a Book of Poems (2023) Her teaching philosophy emphasizes speculation, deep thinking, and collaboration in scholarship, with attention to how writing can be a source of self-actualization and a tool for building and challenging communities. She approaches writing as both conditioned by social context and capable of upsetting social conventions, integrating these perspectives into her instruction across professional, academic, and literary writing contexts.
Alexandra Teague is a Professor of English and Associate Chair at the University of Idaho’s College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences. She also serves as Co-Director of the MFA in Creative Writing program and Co-Director of Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. Her academic roles include teaching courses on poetry writing, modern poetry, and creative writing pedagogy. Teague holds an M.F.A. in Poetry from the University of Florida (1998) and a B.A. in English from Southwest Missouri State University (1996). Her research focuses on feminist poetics, genre-crossing hybrid forms, and contemporary poetry. Notable works include the poetry collections Mortal Geography (2010), The Wise and Foolish Builders (2015), and Or What We’ll Call Desire (2019), as well as the novel The Principles Behind Flotation (2017) and the anthology Bullets into Bells (2017). Her 2023 memoir Spinning Tea Cups blends myth and personal narrative. Teague’s work has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship (2011), Civitella Ranieri Fellowship (2019), and the Missouri Review’s Jeffrey E. Smith Editors’ Prize (2014). She actively contributes to literary communities through roles like Senior Editor at Broadsided Press and advisory board member of the Idaho Center for the Book. Her outreach initiatives include co-founding the BASK Collective and curating Vandal Poem of the Day . Her teaching portfolio includes courses on prosody, women’s literature, and creative writing workshops. She advises graduate students in the MFA program and has mentored through grants like the University of Idaho Seed Grant for The Wise and Foolish Builders . Current research explores intersections of feminist theory and poetic form, with a focus on hybrid genres and public poetry initiatives.
Ross Watkins is Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at University of the Sunshine Coast, an acclaimed author-illustrator specializing in picture books and novels. He serves as Managing Editor of TEXT: Journal of Writing and Writing Courses. Education Doctor of Creative Arts, University of the Sunshine Coast BA(Comn)(Hons), University of Technology Sydney BA(Comn), University of Technology Sydney His research examines narrative meaning-making across verbal, visual, and emotional literacies, focusing on representations of grief and the cultural function of illustrated books. Published works include 'One Photo' (CBCA Picture Book of the Year shortlist) and 'The Apology' (optioned for television). Current research explores narrative approaches to chronic pain management, particularly pediatric pain. Collaborative projects with Queensland Children's Hospital investigate pain representation in children's literature and therapeutic zine-making. Professional Service Managing Editor, TEXT: Journal of Writing and Writing Courses Publications Sub-Committee Liaison Officer, Australasian Association of Writing Programs
Chris Jones is a Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at Sheffield Hallam University's Department of Humanities, within the College of Social Sciences and Arts. He holds a PhD and has been at the university since 2007. His research focuses on poetry, artistic collaboration, and creative processes, with notable works including Skin (2015) and Little Piece of Harm (2021). Jones has received the Eric Gregory Award (1996) and a Forward Prize nomination (2011). He has supervised doctoral students on topics like non-human animal encounters and dramatic monologues. His creative work blends historical and personal narratives, often exploring themes of human relationships and societal issues. Jones also serves as an external examiner for MA Creative Writing programs at the University of Hull and University of Leicester. Beyond academia, he collaborates with artists like Paul Evans and hosts the Two-Way Poetry Podcast , engaging with contemporary poets and literary analysis.
Eugenio Di Sciascio is a Full Professor and Scientific Coordinator at Politecnico di Bari. His research spans artificial intelligence, semantic web technologies, machine learning, and explainable AI, with applications in recommender systems, healthcare, and cybersecurity. As evidenced by 413+ publications, his work frequently bridges theoretical computer science with practical implementations. Recent research trends focus on trustworthy AI systems, particularly in healthcare diagnostics and recommendation security. His 2024-2025 publications demonstrate strong emphasis on explainable AI methodologies in medical applications (e.g., BRAINEX for brain age prediction, MORIX for mortality inference) and adversarial robustness in recommender systems. Additional work explores neurotechnology interfaces and semantic web foundations.
Simone Lundquist is a Lecturer in Psychology at San José State University, where she teaches and conducts research on trauma recovery, cross-cultural counseling, and community mental health interventions. She earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology and developed the Personal Agency Questionnaire (PAQ), an outcome assessment tool grounded in Narrative Theory. Her clinical work focuses on culturally responsive trauma treatment for torture survivors, refugees, and marginalized communities. As founder of the nonprofit Open Doors to Future Possibilities, she established a low-cost community counseling center ($10/hour) and veteran support programs that have served thousands. Her current research examines how dominant cultural discourses impact personal agency and mental health outcomes. Publications investigate shifting coping strategies among Asian American women, mindfulness interventions, and educational program effectiveness. She directs the Academy of Contemporary Narrative Therapy, providing training in postmodern therapeutic approaches not typically covered in traditional academic settings.
Professor Nicola Gardini is a renowned scholar and writer specializing in Italian and Comparative Literature at the University of Oxford's Faculty of Medieval and Modern Languages. His academic career spans roles as a lecturer at the University of Palermo (1999–2006), visiting professorships at Columbia University and NYU in Florence, and his current position as a Fellow of Keble College. He holds a PhD in Comparative Literature from New York University (1995) and a Classics degree from Università Statale di Milano (1988). His research focuses on the Renaissance, stylistics, poetry, and translation, with a particular emphasis on classical legacies and their interaction with modern literature. Key themes include the cultural history of language, gender studies, and the intersection of tradition and innovation. He co-edits the literary magazine Poesia and actively engages in creative writing, publishing novels, poetry, and essays. Notable publications include critical monographs like Rinascere (2019) and Viva il greco (2021), alongside acclaimed novels such as Nicolas (2022) and La vita non vissuta (2015). His work bridges academic rigor and creative expression, exploring themes of identity, language, and cultural heritage through interdisciplinary lenses.
Joanna Malinowska is an Assistant Professor of the Practice and Director of Graduate Studies in Creative Visual Arts at Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning (AAP), Department of Art. She is a Polish-born, New York-based contemporary artist whose interdisciplinary practice includes sculpture, video, sound, and performance, often exploring themes of national identity, cultural paradoxes, and experimental anthropology. Education: MFA, Yale University (2001); BFA, Rutgers University (1998) Institution: Cornell University, College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, Department of Art Representation: CANADA Gallery, New York Malinowska’s research interests center on collaborative practice, drawing, film/video/sound, installation art, interdisciplinary art, performance art, public art, sculpture, and technology in art. Her work critically engages with historical narratives, myth, and cultural exchange, often through collaborations with C.T. Jasper. Projects like Halka/Haiti 18°48'05"N 72°23'01"W (2015), which represented Poland at the Venice Biennale, exemplify her exploration of transnational identity and postcolonial discourse. Her recent exhibitions, such as Holy Philip Guston, Pray For Us (2024), delve into monumentality, religious symbolism, and the ethical implications of material use. Her artistic output spans over two decades and includes diverse media—from ceramic sculptures and watercolors to multi-channel sound installations and reconstructed historical sets. The recurring themes in her work include human-animal relationships, myth-making, frontier imaginaries, and the absurdity of cultural constructs. Her pieces often combine humor with existential critique, drawing from literature, music, and philosophy. Joanna Malinowska has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Guggenheim Fellowship (2009), Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grant (2013), and NYFA Fellowship (2011). Her work is held in major collections such as the Saatchi Gallery, Zachęta National Gallery of Art, and the Hirshhorn Museum. She has exhibited internationally at venues including the Whitney Museum, Sculpture Center, and Centre Pompidou-Metz. John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Fellowship (2009) Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grant (2013) New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship (2011) Polish Ministry of Culture and National Heritage (2013) Smack Mellon Grant and Studio Program (2008) Malinowska is actively involved in teaching and mentoring at Cornell, where she leads foundational courses in sculpture and drawing. While specific advisees are not listed, her role as Director of Graduate Studies indicates significant engagement with student development. She has not received grants explicitly mentioned beyond awards and fellowships. Her collaborative work with C.T. Jasper forms a central lab-like partnership, driving major projects and exhibitions. Future works continue to explore architectural fantasy, cultural memory, and the contradictions of monument-building in polarized societies.
Verena Graupmann serves as Associate Professor and Psychological Science PhD Program Director in the Department of Psychology at DePaul University's College of Science and Health. Her interdisciplinary research bridges social psychology, cultural neuroscience, and existential threat processing. Her educational credentials include: Venia Legendi (Habilitation), Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich, Germany (2014) Ph.D. in Social Psychology, University of Sussex, UK (2008) M.A. in Psychology, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich, Germany (2002) Dr. Graupmann's research centers on four fundamental self-motives : freedom (examined through psychological reactance and control), consistency (via cognitive dissonance), continuity (using mortality salience and time perspective paradigms), and belonging (through social exclusion studies). Her work uniquely integrates cross-cultural methodologies with neuroscientific approaches , as demonstrated in Tibetan Buddhist monk studies and comparative investigations of cultural variations in threat responses. She examines how cultural frameworks modulate reactions to existential threats, including pandemic-related social distancing. Her publication trajectory (2013-2024) reveals evolving methodological sophistication from traditional experimental paradigms toward multimodal approaches combining fMRI, cross-cultural comparisons, and real-world crisis contexts. Recent work increasingly focuses on applied threat scenarios (e.g., mandated ostracism during COVID-19) while maintaining theoretical roots in self-motivation systems. As Psychological Science PhD Program Director, she oversees doctoral training though specific advising details were not provided. Her work demonstrates consistent funding through institutional support at DePaul University, with emphasis on international collaborations across Germany, the UK, and Asia.
Zsolt Horvath is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), affiliated with the Faculty of Education and Psychology. He serves in the Institute of Psychology and the Department of Personality and Health Psychology, where he focuses on interdisciplinary research bridging psychology, history, and cultural studies. His research explores health psychology, social dynamics, and cultural memory, with emphasis on topics like collective trauma, educational reform, and political representation. Recent publications analyze Hungarian socialism, artistic identity, and biopolitics, reflecting a consistent focus on 20th-century societal transformations. Horvath is an active member of the Health Behavior of School-Age Children Research Group, contributing to studies on youth psychology and community-based interventions. He maintains an extensive publication record addressing the intersection of psychological theory and historical context.
María Victoria Moreno García is a Professor at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad de Ávila. She holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Extremadura (2014), focusing on the meaning of life and negative affectivity in university students. Her research spans existential psychology, mental health, art therapy for neurodiverse populations, and spiritual well-being. PhD: University of Extremadura (2014) Her work intersects with research groups EPACT (Teresian Cultural Heritage Studies) and GICOPEVI (Behavior, Thought, and Life Research Group). Representative themes include anxiety/depression in relation to mortality, meaning-making in adolescents, and art therapy applications for emotional expression. She has authored publications on existential psychology, autism spectrum disorder interventions, and cultural heritage analysis. Her email is mvictoria.moreno@ucavila.es .
Gregory Donovan is an Associate Professor in the Creative Writing Program within the Department of English at Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Humanities and Sciences. He is a co-founder and senior editor of Blackbird , an online journal of literature and the arts, and co-producer of the documentary film A Late Style of Fire on poet Larry Levis. PhD in Creative Writing from SUNY/Binghamton MA in English from the University of Utah BA in English from the University of Missouri Donovan’s creative work explores themes of identity, mythology, and human resilience, often integrating metaphors like labyrinths and cosmology. His research includes modernist and contemporary American/British literature, translation, and digital literary publishing. His poetry collections Torn from the Sun (2015) and Calling His Children Home (1993) have received critical acclaim, with the latter winning the Devins Award for Poetry. His publications span prestigious journals like TriQuarterly , 32 Poems , and Copper Nickel . Devins Award for Poetry Co-founder of Blackbird Journal Donovan has delivered invited lectures at institutions including the Hudson Valley Writer’s Center and the University of Southern California MFA Program. He collaborates extensively with his spouse, filmmaker Michele Poulos, blending literary and cinematic arts.
