جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Egyptology
• Ancient Egyptian History
• Archaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lisa Sabbahy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology, Egyptology and Anthropology at The American University in Cairo (AUC), where she has taught Egyptology since 2001. Previously, she taught at the Cairo Center of the University of Maryland and the University of California at Berkeley. She earned her PhD in Egyptian archaeology from the University of Toronto. Her research interests span multiple specialized areas of Egyptology including queens of the Old and Middle Kingdoms, disease in ancient Egypt, anthropoid clay coffins, the position and status of ancient Egyptian women, chariot use in the New Kingdom, griffins in ancient Egyptian art, and the iconography of the god Nefertum. Her publications demonstrate interdisciplinary expertise bridging archaeology, medical history, art history, and gender studies. Professor Sabbahy's scholarly output shows a consistent trajectory from 2017-2021 with publications ranging from specialized journal articles to comprehensive reference works. Her work demonstrates particular strength in paleopathology, royal iconography, women's studies, and the intersection of art history with cultural practices in ancient Egypt. She has produced both focused research articles and broader reference works including encyclopedias that serve as valuable resources for students and scholars. At AUC, Sabbahy has directed the MA program in Egyptology and Coptology for nine years and has held significant university service roles including service on the faculty senate (2013-2015), participation in the senate executive committee (2014-2015), and membership on the strategic initiatives task force during Spring 2015 and Spring 2017 semesters. She regularly teaches courses on Egyptian history, art and architecture across multiple periods, archaeological methodology, material culture, and research design.

• Contemporary Arabic Literature
• Arabic Poetry
• Cultural Memory Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yasmine Khayyat is an Associate Professor in the Department of Arabic Language and Literature at Rutgers University. She holds a Ph.D. in Arabic Literature and Comparative Literature from Columbia University, an M.A. in Comparative Literature from SOAS, and a B.A. in English Literature from the American University of Beirut (AUB). Her research focuses on contemporary Arabic literature, cultural memory studies, and the intersection of classical Arabic poetry with modern Lebanese cultural production. Her current book project, Memory in Ruins: The Poetics of Aṭlāl in Lebanese Wartime and Postwar Cultural Production , examines the figuration of ruins in literature and memorial sites in South Lebanon. She previously taught at the Lebanese American University (LAU) and New York University (NYU), offering courses on war and literature in the Arab world, and literary memory. Her scholarly works explore themes of war, memory, and postcolonial discourse. Recent articles include studies on Lebanon’s civil war legacy, postcolonial autobiographical forms, and the creaturely theory in Arabic women’s writing. Her work bridges literary analysis with historical and political contexts, emphasizing cultural resilience and identity formation. Khayyat’s research has been supported by interdisciplinary collaborations, including her participation in Columbia University’s Engendering Archives Working Group. She has no listed scientific awards but is an active contributor to Middle Eastern literary studies through her publications and teaching.

Jennifer Schackerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fairy Tales
• Cultural Studies
• Performance Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer Schacker is a Professor at the School of Theatre, English, and Creative Writing within the College of Arts at the University of Guelph. Her research explores the intersection of fairy tales, cultural studies, and performance theory, with a focus on French fairy tales in 19th-century British pantomime. Supported by a SSHRC grant (2003–2007), her work examines how these tales evolved into bawdy, slapstick Christmas pantomimes. She has published extensively in journals like Journal of American Folklore and Marvels and Tales , and is completing a book titled Cross-Dressed Tales: Fairy Tales and the British Pantomime Tradition . Her interdisciplinary approach bridges folklore, anthropology, and children's literature. She also studies contemporary craft/DIY movements, particularly the role of digital technologies in modern quilting. Dr. Schacker teaches undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing critical practices and material culture theory. Her research grants and publications reflect a commitment to exploring how cultural narratives shape identity and tradition. Recent projects include analyzing national narratives in folklore collections and investigating the socio-cultural dimensions of Victorian print cultures. She actively contributes to academic dialogues through reviews and collaborative studies, maintaining a vibrant presence in both traditional and emerging research areas.

• History of East Central Europe
• Cultural Heritage
• Tourism Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marcin Gapski is an Assistant Professor at the Department of History and Historiography of East Central Europe, Institute of History, Faculty of Humanities, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His work focuses on cultural heritage, historical symbolism, and tourism development in Eastern Europe. Institute of History, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin Specializes in East Central European history Active in cultural heritage preservation Research Interests: Dr. Gapski explores the intersection of history, cultural identity, and tourism. He investigates historical symbolism (e.g., animals in medieval culture), environmental impacts of political collapse, and the role of museums in preserving regional heritage. His work includes analyzing the Union of Lublin's contemporary significance and dietary taboos in Polish history. Scientific Recognition: He received the National departmental decoration Badge 'For the Care of Monuments' for his contributions to heritage preservation. Diploma Theses Supervision: Dr. Gapski has guided students in researching topics such as tourism development in Ukraine, Belarus, and Poland, focusing on cultural trails, extreme tourism (e.g., Chernobyl), and local heritage. Exhibitions: He co-realized the 'KUL - University of Independent Poland 1918-2018' exhibition, highlighting historical continuity in Polish academic institutions.

• Robotics
• Evolutionary Robotics
• Morphological Development
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Andres Faina is a Lecturer at the IT University of Copenhagen , specializing in Robotics, Evolution, and Artificial Life Lab . He serves as Academic Director at The Maritime Hub and co-leads the Robotics, Evolution, and Art Lab . Research Focus: Robotics, Morphological Development, Bipedal Walking Key Collaborations: European Commission-funded projects (EVOBLISS, BIG-MAP, MOZART), Novo Nordisk Foundation His work explores growth-based morphological development for robotics, focusing on: Bipedal and quadrupedal locomotion Artificial Neural Network control systems Evolutionary algorithms for fitness landscape shaping Modular and reconfigurable robot design Scientific Awards : Best Paper Award at RIE 2017 Winner of Virtual Creatures Competition at GECCO 2017 Honorable Mention for Technical Achievement at GECCO 2017 Active in project leadership (e.g., Teaming up a quadruped robot with a drone ) and media engagement (14 mentions in press/media), including commentary on robotics entrepreneurship and industry challenges.

Joost Broekensمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Affective Computing
• Human-Robot Interaction
• Computational modelling of emotions in reinforcement learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Joost Broekens is an Associate Professor of Affective Computing and Human-Robot Interaction at the Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS) within Leiden University's Faculty of Science. He serves as President of the Association for the Advancement of Affective Computing (AAAC), the main international organization in his research field. Additionally, he is co-founder and former CTO of Interactive Robotics, which enables students of any age to learn with social robots, and co-founder and CTO of Daisys. Dr. Broekens' research focuses on computational modeling of emotions in reinforcement learning, cognitive appraisal models, and human-robot interaction. His work bridges theoretical emotion models with practical applications in social robotics, educational technology, and healthcare. He leads the [a]social creatures lab, which investigates how robots can recognize human emotions and express their own emotions to facilitate human identification with them. His current research particularly emphasizes Reinforcement Learning as a formal model for emotional appraisal and human-robot interaction dynamics. His publication record shows consistent contributions across multiple domains including emotion modeling in reinforcement learning (2018-2019), explainable AI for healthcare robotics (2017-2019), human-robot interaction studies (2016-2019), and practical implementations of emotion engines for games (2014-2016). The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between computer science, psychology, and robotics. Teacher of the academic year 2017-2018 Computer Science, Delft Most Promising Scientist Computer Science Leiden University (Trotsboekje), 2007 Best integration of technical and user research award (ROMAN 2013) Dr. Broekens has supervised numerous PhD students including Friso Selten, Danica Mast, Rifca Peters, Bernd Dudzik, and Elie Saad as current candidates, with former students Thomas Moerland, Frank Kaptein, and Junchao Xu. He has also mentored dozens of Master's students including Egon Janssen and Iris Ma. His research has been supported by multiple grants including the H2020 Personal Assistant for healthy Lifestyle (PAL) project as Co-PI and Lorentz Workshops on Emotions as Feedback Signals. He leads several research initiatives including the development of tools like AffectButton for emotional self-report, GAMYGDALA for game emotion engines, and facial expression generation tools. His work spans academic research, practical tool development, and startup ventures, demonstrating strong translation of theoretical concepts into real-world applications.

Amanda Holtمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biophysics
• Optical Physics
• Marine Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amanda Holt is an Associate Research Scientist in Alison Sweeney’s lab at Yale University’s Department of Physics. She holds a B.A. in Physics and Music from Bard College and a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Her research focuses on biophysics and optical systems in marine organisms, particularly studying light interactions with biological structures in squids, giant clams, and deep-sea creatures. She employs experimental and computational methods such as Monte Carlo modeling, micro-probe radiometry, and finite-difference time-domain simulations to analyze optical phenomena in natural systems. Key research contributions include modeling light reflectance in squid eyes, optimizing photon transport in giant clams, and designing bio-inspired light-guiding systems. Holt’s work bridges marine biology, optics, and materials science, with applications in renewable energy and biomimetic engineering. She has published extensively on topics like symbiotic solar flux optimization, midwater camouflage mechanisms, and photonic structures in marine animals. Her awards include the GAANN Fellowship (2005-2007) and Excellence at Equal Cost Scholarship (1997-2001). Beyond academia, Holt champions science education through her role as lead coordinator for Brook Knoll Elementary’s science fair, emphasizing inclusivity for underrepresented students. She regularly engages with K-12 classrooms as a guest speaker, integrating her research to inspire future scientists. Holt collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, advancing understanding of biological optical systems while addressing broader societal needs like sustainable energy solutions. Her current projects focus on refining Monte Carlo models for cellular light scattering and developing experimental techniques to quantify optical properties in marine tissues.

Salvatore Ciancittoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Translation Studies
• Children's Literature Translation
• Cultural Translation
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Salvatore Ciancitto is a Researcher in English Language, Translation, and Linguistics at the Department of Humanities, University of Catania, Italy. He is actively involved in teaching, research, and academic service, with a strong focus on digital pedagogy, translation studies, and cultural analysis. His work bridges traditional linguistic scholarship with innovative educational technologies. PhD in English and Anglo-American Studies, University of Catania (2006) iCon Master in Specialized Translation, Universities of Pisa and Genoa (2019) ITALS Master in Teaching Italian as a Foreign Language, Ca’ Foscari University, Venice (2015–2016) DipTESOL, Trinity College London (2012) Master’s in Conference Interpreting, Istituto Orientale Universitario of Naples (2000–2001) Degree in Modern Foreign Languages and Literatures, University of Catania (1999) His research interests center on translation studies, particularly children's literature, cultural and intersemiotic translation, and the role of gender and identity. He is also a pioneer in digital education, exploring gamification, MOOCs, AI applications, and nano-learning in English language teaching. His work often intersects with visual culture, queer theory, and sociolinguistics. The most recent publications and conference presentations demonstrate a consistent trend toward the integration of technology in language education and a deep engagement with cultural representation in translation. Themes such as AI in ELT, digital escape rooms, and gamification reflect his innovative approach to pedagogy, while studies on book covers, queer identities, and horror in children's literature highlight his critical cultural analysis. Member, Italian Association of English Speakers (AIA) Member, The European Society for the Study of English (ESSE) Member, European Translation Society (EST) Member, Children's Literature Translation Studies network (CLTS) Member, Experiential Translation Network, King’s College London Ciancitto has coordinated and tutored several significant educational projects, including the development of MOOCs on British culture and general communication under international alliances like EUNICE and ENID-TEACH (Erasmus+). He has led teacher training workshops on gamification, digital tools, and educational escape rooms. He supervises numerous undergraduate theses on diverse topics in translation and linguistics, indicating active mentorship and academic guidance. His leadership in curriculum development and digital training initiatives underscores his role in shaping modern language education. He is a key member of multiple research networks and has coordinated projects such as the technical-legal English program for the Guardia di Finanza and various MOOC and NOOC courses. His work with the I-Land Research Centre and participation in international conferences reflect a strong collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment.

Kasper Støyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Robotics
• Modular Robotics
• Bio-Inspired Robotics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Kasper Støy is a Professor in Robotics and Embodied Artificial Intelligence at the IT University of Copenhagen, specializing in distributed control of multi-robot systems and modular robotics. He has published over 95 works and authored the MIT Press book Self-Reconfigurable Robots: An Introduction . As co-founder of Universal Robots, he bridges academic research with industrial applications. M.Sc. in Computer Science & Physics, University of Aarhus (1999) Ph.D. in Computer Systems Engineering, University of Southern Denmark (2003) His research focuses on: Modular Robotics Bio-Inspired Robotics Human-Robot Interaction Embodied Artificial Intelligence Self-Reconfigurable Systems Recent publications address anxiety-reducing pocket robots, tactile comfort systems, and origami-inspired mechanical designs. He has won awards including the 2017 GECCO Virtual Creatures Competition. 2017: GECCO Virtual Creatures Competition Active in academic service, he chaired recruitment committees for Statistics and Machine Learning positions. Collaborations span European Commission projects like MUHMI-MOZART and BIG-MAP.

Eric Steinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Game Studies
• Game Development
• Narrative Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eric Stein is a game development instructor at Trinity Western University and Development Director at Electronic Arts, contributing to major titles like FIFA 23 and FC 24. He holds an MA in Interdisciplinary Humanities (TWU, 2018) and a BA in English with distinction (SFU, 2016). His research focuses on narrative design, game mechanics, and philosophical analysis of AAA and tabletop games. Notable works include studies on FromSoftware’s Souls series, Kentucky Route Zero, and tabletop RPGs like Dream Askew. Research interests span literary analysis of game mechanics, techno-ecological themes in Starfield, and zoopolitical theory in Dark Souls. He teaches courses on game aesthetics, project management, and interactive storytelling. Awards include the SSHRC Canada Graduate Scholarship and TWU’s Humanities Award. His publications analyze AAA titles (e.g., Starfield’s environmental narrative) and indie games (e.g., Trophy Dark’s failure mechanics). He actively contributes to the Canadian Game Studies Association and International Game Developers Association. Courses taught include GAME 140 (Game Design Fundamentals) and GAME 471 (Video Game Aesthetics).

Joost Vervoortمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Governance
• Foresight and Scenarios
• Transformative Imagination
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joost Vervoort is an Associate Professor of Transformative Imagination at Utrecht University's Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, part of the Faculty of Geosciences. He specializes in environmental governance, foresight methodologies, and the role of imagination in societal transformations. His research bridges ecology, gaming, and creativity to address complex sustainability challenges. Education & Experience PhD from Wageningen University (2010) 7-year tenure at the University of Oxford's Environmental Change Institute Current roles: Visiting Fellow at Kyoto's Research Institute for Humanity and Nature, Fellow of the Urban Futures Studio Research Focus Joost's work centers on three pillars: Leveraging gaming, music, and psychedelics as tools for societal imagination Impact of resonant actions on public futures visions (e.g., Fossielvrij campaign) Building infrastructures enabling participatory futures exploration Key Projects NWO Vidi 'Anticiplay' (games for better futures) H2020 'CreaTures' (creative practices for transformations) CGIAR Climate Futures project (150+ global foresight processes) Awards & Recognition Ecological Society of America's 2019 Innovation in Sustainability Science Award NWO Vidi Fellowship (2018) Teaching Develops innovative courses like 'The Sustainability Game' (collaboration with Utrecht University of the Arts) and 'Global Transformation Project' involving 30+ countries. Creative Endeavors In his spare time, he is the singer of black metal band Terzij de Horde, whose 2022 album ranked #6 in NRC's Dutch albums list.

• Semiotics
• Zoosemiotics
• Translation Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Astrid GUILLAUME serves as an HDR Lecturer in the Faculty of Letters, specializing in semiotics with a focus on human and non-human animal communication systems. Her academic position bridges theoretical linguistics, cultural studies, and animal ethics, examining how meaning transfers across species and temporal frameworks through verbal and non-verbal channels. Her research centers on three interconnected domains: theoretical semiotics (intertheoricity and transferogenesis), zoosemiotics (animal communication, sentience, and liminality), and cultural semiotics (semiotranslationology and semiomedievalistics). GUILLAUME challenges anthropocentric paradigms by developing frameworks for understanding non-human sign systems, advocating for terms like 'animal liminaire' in academic discourse. Her work integrates medieval studies with contemporary animal ethics to analyze evolving human-animal relationships. Recent publications (2021-2023) reveal consistent focus on practical applications of semiotic theory to animal welfare crises, particularly cetacean captivity, commercial fishing practices, and hunting ethics. She employs transdisciplinary methodologies to critique anthropocentric exploitation while proposing legislative reforms based on semiotic evidence of animal sentience and communication complexity. Though specific advisory roles remain undocumented, GUILLAUME's direction of academic collections ('Zoosémiotique' and 'Traditions et Croyance') and organization of doctoral seminars demonstrates scholarly leadership. Her editorial work bridges theoretical semiotics with real-world animal advocacy, positioning her as a key figure in emerging humanimalist scholarship.

• History of Science
• History of Technology
• History of Medicine
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Brian Regal is Professor for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine in the Department of History at Kean University's College of Liberal Arts. He holds a PhD and is a Fellow of the Linnean Society of London. His office is located in LHAC 212 (Liberty Hall Academic Center) at Kean University in Union, NJ. Regal's research focuses on the historical aspects of human evolution, Darwiniana, monster studies, racial anthropology, creationism, pseudoscience, bad medicine, the occult, obscuranta and esoterica. He is particularly interested in how scientific theories are constructed and then perceived and used in popular culture, religion, and politics for extra-scientific ends. His work examines the relationship between professional scientists and their amateur counterparts, especially regarding the creation/evolution debate and American national origins theories. His publications demonstrate a strong trend toward examining how fringe scientific ideas interact with mainstream science, particularly in the context of cryptozoology and human origins. Many of his works analyze the historical evolution of monster myths and the cultural contexts that shape scientific controversies. Fellow of the Linnean Society of London Bela Kornitzer Award for best book by a Drew University Alumnus for 2005 Regal has served as an NSF human evolution grant reviewer and has completed fellowships at the Mary Baker Eddy Papers Project in Boston and the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science in Berlin. He is on the editorial board of the history of science journal Endeavour . His teaching includes office/advising hours for Spring 2025 on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. He has lectured and presented papers to scholarly conferences and popular presentations across the US, the UK, and Germany. His work has been featured in the HULU original documentary Sasquatch (episode 3), the Science Channel documentary Mythical Beasts , PBS series Drive By History on NJTV, and the History Channel series True Monsters .

Adam Stantonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Bioinspired autonomous systems
• Artificial Life
• Data Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Adam Stanton is a Lecturer in Data Science and AI at the School of Information, Journalism and Communication at the University of Sheffield. His academic career spans multiple institutions including TUoS, Alan Turing Institute, Aston University, and Keele University. He also serves as Director at Larchwood Research, an R&D consultancy. Research Interests : Bioinspired autonomous systems, algorithmic evolution, sustainability and health applications of AI, and VR/XR for transcendental ritual. He explores the intersection of artificial life, evolutionary robotics, and interdisciplinary bioscience-social science projects. Publication Trends : Recent work focuses on lexicase selection in evolutionary robotics, computational modeling of biological systems, and applying AI to sustainability challenges. Conference papers emphasize behavioral diversity, selection strategies, and agent-based modeling. Education : BSc in Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science from University of Birmingham PhD in Computer Science from University of Keele Awards & Memberships : Member of the International Society for Artificial Life (ISAL) and Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).

Rodrigo Moreno Garciaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Robotics
• Evolutionary Robotics
• Modular Robots
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rodrigo Moreno Garcia is an Assistant Professor at the IT University of Copenhagen, specializing in Robotics, Evolutionary Computation, and Systems Engineering. He actively contributes to research in modular robots, human-robot interaction, and automated chemical processes, with affiliations to the Robotics, Evolution, and Art Lab and Robotics, Evolution and Artificial Life Lab. Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Institution: IT University of Copenhagen (ITU) Research Focus: His work spans evolutionary robotics, sensor design for liquid-liquid extraction, AI-driven morphological optimization, and materials acceleration platforms for battery research. Key areas include modular robotics , human-machine interfaces , and self-reconfigurable systems . Recent Publications explore neural cellular automata for classification, constraints in hardware evolution, and sensor innovations for industrial processes. Trends highlight interdisciplinary integration of AI, robotics, and chemical engineering. Awards: Recipient of the Honorable Mention for Technical Achievement at GECCO 2017 for virtual creatures research.