Ceren Saran Doğan is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Communication , Uskudar University , specializing in Radio, Television and Cinema . Her academic background includes a PhD (2022), MA (2015), and BA (2009) in Media and Communication Studies from Galatasaray University and Journalism from Istanbul University. Education: BSc in Journalism (Istanbul University, 2009) MSc in Media and Communication Studies (Galatasaray University, 2015) PhD in Media and Communication Studies (Galatasaray University, 2022) Her research focuses on the political economy of media , critical digital media studies , algorithms in journalism , and digital platform dynamics . She has published extensively on topics like algorithmic bias, media ownership, and digital inequalities, with notable works including the 2024 book chapter Reasons for News Avoidance on Mobile News Consumption and the 2022 book chapter Algorithms and Audience Monitoring in Newsrooms . Her recent 2023-2025 publications analyze digital platform trust , AI integration in newsrooms , and platform capitalism , reflecting her expertise in algorithmic systems and media sociology. She also serves as Vice Dean and chairs multiple committees at Uskudar University, including Social Media Commission and Curriculum Development Commission . She teaches courses like Digital Content Production and Graduation Project II .
Elisabet Apelmo serves as Senior Lecturer in the Department of Social Work at Malmö University, Sweden. A visual artist with a PhD in Sociology, she bridges creative practice and academic inquiry to explore the complex intersections of bodily experience, sport, disability, and gender within contemporary society. Her research program centers on sociological analyses of bodily difference, particularly examining how physical education environments construct inclusion and exclusion through gendered and ableist frameworks. Apelmo employs phenomenological approaches and visual methodology to investigate how disabled bodies navigate sporting spaces, challenging normative assumptions about athletic participation and bodily capability. Her work consistently reveals how sporting cultures simultaneously enable and constrain identities, particularly for women and people with disabilities. Analysis of Apelmo's publication history shows sustained engagement with critical disability theory, gender studies, and sport sociology spanning nearly two decades. Her scholarship demonstrates methodological innovation through visual approaches and phenomenological frameworks, with recurring themes including the social construction of disability in sport contexts, gendered bodily experiences in physical education, and the material-semiotic relationships between bodies and technologies like wheelchairs. Among her current research initiatives are investigations into participation and exclusion dynamics in mainstream physical education from disability and gender perspectives, and ethnographic studies examining how dancers strategically use their bodies and gazes to disrupt stereotypical perceptions of physical impairment. These projects reflect her commitment to generating knowledge that directly challenges ableist assumptions within sporting cultures and educational settings.
Katja Kauer is an active academic researcher specializing in Gender and Diversity Studies at the Center for Gender and Diversity Research (ZGD) at Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen. She has held her current position as Associate Scientist since 2022, with additional affiliation at the University of Fribourg (Switzerland). Her academic career spans multiple institutions including the University of Magdeburg, where she served as Privatdozentin since 2012, and numerous teaching appointments across Europe. Dr. Kauer's research focuses on Gender Studies, Queer Theory, and Literary Analysis, with particular expertise in 18th-19th century literature, contemporary literature, and pop culture. Her work critically examines love discourses, recognition politics, and the intersections of gender with literature and media. She has developed innovative approaches to feminist and queer reading practices, as evidenced by her monographs 'Feministisch lesen' (2024) and 'Queer lesen' (2019). Her recent publications reveal a consistent engagement with heteronormativity critique, emotional capitalism, and the representation of gender in contemporary culture. The 15 most recent articles demonstrate her interdisciplinary approach, bridging literary analysis with sociological and philosophical perspectives on gender construction. Her work frequently examines how literary texts reflect and challenge dominant gender norms across historical periods. Dr. Kauer has supervised numerous graduate theses focusing on gender representation in literature, with topics ranging from social media feminism to representations of motherhood and female friendship. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on queer theory, gender studies, and literary analysis across multiple institutions. She is actively involved in organizing international conferences on gender topics, with upcoming events scheduled through 2026. Her current teaching for Summer Semester 2025 includes courses on 'Queering Barbie,' 'Love, Classism and the Capitalist Production of Emotions,' and 'Bodies In-Between.'
Scott Mangan is an Associate Professor of Ecology in the Biological Sciences department at Arkansas State University's Beck College of Sciences & Mathematics. His research program investigates the mechanisms driving biological community organization through the lens of plant-microbial interactions, spanning tropical and temperate ecosystems. Education: PhD in Ecology, Indiana University – Bloomington (2006) MS in Ecology, University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh (1999) BS in Botany, University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh (1996) Dr. Mangan's work fundamentally re-evaluates classic plant ecology theories by incorporating microbial interactions, demonstrating their critical role in species coexistence, abundance patterns, and ecosystem functioning. His research integrates field experiments in tropical forests and temperate woodlands with greenhouse studies, molecular techniques, and analytical modeling. Key focus areas include plant-soil feedbacks, conspecific density dependence, and the conservation implications of microbial symbioses for endangered species. The Mangan Lab actively explores how anthropogenic disturbances like land-use change alter plant-microbe dynamics and community assembly processes. Recent publications reveal a dominant research trajectory centered on plant-soil-microbial feedback loops across diverse ecosystems, with significant emphasis on conservation applications for endangered legumes and tropical tree communities. His work consistently bridges theoretical ecology with practical restoration challenges, particularly examining how microbial communities mediate responses to habitat fragmentation and land-use history. Scientific Awards: No awards specified in source materials. Dr. Mangan mentors undergraduate and graduate students through the Biological Sciences program, welcoming energetic researchers to join his lab. His collaborative projects include NSF-funded research on genetic diversity and pathogen-mediated density dependence in tropical tree dynamics, reflecting his commitment to large-scale ecological questions requiring interdisciplinary approaches. The Mangan Lab operates from Lab Science West (Room 330-B) at Arkansas State University, maintaining active field sites in tropical forests and temperate ecosystems. The lab's research philosophy, captured by their motto 'Nothing in Ecology makes sense except in the light of microbial interactions,' drives investigations into how microscopic processes scale to ecosystem-level patterns.
Alexandra Staub is a Professor of Architecture at Pennsylvania State University , with an affiliation at the Rock Ethics Institute . Her academic work focuses on the intersection of architecture, culture, and ethics. Ph.D. from Brandenburg Technical University at Cottbus Diploma in Architecture from Berlin University of the Arts B.A. in Psychology from Barnard College, Columbia University Staub’s research explores how the built environment shapes and reflects cultural understanding, particularly in the contexts of social sustainability , gender , and political representation . Her work bridges theoretical analysis with practical design, emphasizing ethical considerations and empowerment in architecture. Recent publications highlight stakeholder agency , urban transformations , and ethical design practices . Scientific Awards & Grants: 2019–20 Penn State Rock Ethics Institute Faculty Fellow Penn State President’s Fund for Undergraduate Research (2016) College of Arts and Architecture Faculty Research Grant (2015) Raymond A. Bowers Grant (2013) External grants from Woodrow Wilson International Center, DAAD, and DFG Staub teaches third-year design studio , research methods , and architectural ethics courses. She actively participates in international conferences and serves as a peer reviewer for academic journals. Her professional experience includes architecture practice in Berlin and prior faculty roles at Brandenburg Technical University.
Céline Debourse is an Assistant Professor of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations at Harvard University's Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations (NELC). She serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies and is a member of the RITM study group. Her work focuses on Assyriology, specializing in the languages, history, and religion of Babylonia during the first millennium BCE, with particular attention to the impact of foreign imperial rule (Persian, Hellenistic, Parthian) on Babylonian priestly identity and ritual practices. Her research integrates rigorous philology, historical criticism, and sociological theories to explore themes like the agency of ritual texts and the evolution of priestly literature under foreign domination. Debourse's major publications include Of Priests and Kings: The Babylonian New Year Festival in the Last Age of Cuneiform Culture (2022) and co-edited volumes such as Ceremonies, Feasts, and Festivities in Ancient Mesopotamia and the Mediterranean World (2023). Her current projects include Babylon Beyond Cuneiform: Reimagining the End of a Culture (331 BCE–224 CE), analyzing Babylon’s post-cuneiform history from a comparative perspective. Her research emphasizes Late Babylonian Priestly Literature as a response to cultural displacement, examining how ritual texts like those of the New Year Festival redefined priestly authority in the absence of local kings. She also investigates the textualization of ritual in comparative contexts, linking Babylonian practices to Hebrew Bible traditions. Debourse actively engages in academic leadership, co-organizing workshops on topics such as ritual power dynamics and priestly literatures. Her contributions span peer-reviewed articles, conference presentations, and scholarly reviews, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue on ancient Near Eastern studies.
Hina Nazar is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, with a joint appointment in the Unit for Criticism and Interpretive Theory. Her work bridges philosophy, literature, and critical theory, focusing on early modern feminist philosophy, Enlightenment thought, and the intersection of education and liberalism. She holds a Ph.D. in English from Johns Hopkins University (2004), an M.Phil. in Economics and Politics from the University of Cambridge (1992), and an A.B. in English and Economics from Bryn Mawr College (1989). Her research has been supported by prestigious fellowships, including the Senior Research Fellowship at the Unit for Criticism and Interpretive Theory (2014–16) and a Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship at Cornell University. Her research interests emphasize the philosophy of education, feminist critiques of Enlightenment liberalism, and the role of judgment in literature and ethics. Key works include Enlightened Sentiments: Judgment and Autonomy in the Age of Sensibility (2012) and her 2025 article on Mary Astell’s feminist ethics. Her scholarship often explores how Enlightenment thinkers like Locke and Rousseau framed education and autonomy, while engaging with contemporary debates in feminist and critical theory. Professor Nazar is a屡获殊荣的教师, having been ranked excellent by students over 26 times since 2011. She teaches courses on Enlightenment literature, feminist philosophy, and critical theory, including graduate seminars on hedonism, liberal education, and women’s friendship in eighteenth-century culture. Her recent publications reflect a sustained engagement with eighteenth-century British writing, moral philosophy, and the history of the novel. She has contributed to journals like the Review of Politics and the Journal of the American Philosophical Association , while maintaining an active role in interdisciplinary academic networks.
John J. Stuhr is the Arts and Sciences Distinguished Professor of Philosophy and American Studies at Emory University. He holds a BA from Carleton College, MA and PhD from Vanderbilt University. His research focuses on pragmatism, ethics, political philosophy, and 19th/20th-century European philosophy. Stuhr directs the American Philosophies Forum and serves as Co-Editor of the Journal of Speculative Philosophy. He has received grants including the Templeton Foundation Grant (2017–2023) and a Fulbright Fellowship (1984). His current projects include books on Peirce’s pragmatism, Dewey’s philosophy of experience, and a Very Short Introduction to American philosophy. Stuhr’s work bridges pragmatism with postmodernism, addressing contemporary issues like authoritarianism and environmental justice. His teaching spans undergraduate and graduate courses on pragmatism, Deleuze, and political theory. Notable honors include the Greenlee Prize (1981) and roles as President of the Society for the Advancement of American Philosophy (2004–06). He has organized international conferences and collaborates with institutions globally, including Università degli Studi di Milano and the Positive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania. Stuhr’s publications span monographs, edited volumes, and over 50 articles. His grants include the Marcus Foundation (2008, 2014) and NEH funding (2001). He advises no listed students but mentors through seminars and conferences, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue between academia and public sectors.
Françoise Fromonot is a Professor at the École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Paris-Belleville and an adjunct professor at Rice University. Her expertise spans architectural criticism, urban theory, and design history. Since the 1990s, she has contributed to academic journals like Architecture d'Aujourd'hui and co-founded the critical journal Criticat . She holds a DEA in architectural and urban projects from Paris-Belleville and has taught at institutions including the Berlage Institute and Sciences-Po Paris. Her research focuses on urban transformation, modernity theories, and architectural competitions. She organizes the November Causeries conference series and supervises master's programs in architectural theory. Education: Architect DPLG (Paris-La Villette, 1984), DEA (Paris-Belleville, 1995). Teaching Roles: Master's seminars on architectural history, urban design studios, and theory courses on 20th-century modernity. Research Interests: Urban spatial politics, architectural criticism, and the intersection of history and contemporary design. Her work critiques urban redevelopment strategies and explores how architectural practices reflect socio-cultural dynamics.
Rebecca Cheung serves as Associate Adjunct Professor and Assistant Dean of Leadership Development programs at UC Berkeley's Berkeley School of Education, directing the Principal Leadership Institute and LEAD EdD. As Principal Investigator for the California Department of Education-funded 21st Century School Leadership Academy (21CSLA), she leads statewide efforts to develop equitable learning environments through educational leadership. Her educational background includes an EdD in Educational Leadership from UC Berkeley (2008) and an MA in Educational Leadership from Mills College. Dr. Cheung's research centers on leadership preparation for equity and social justice, with emphasis on systems that nurture educator diversity. Her work explores: Leadership development frameworks for marginalized communities Policy mechanisms for increasing educator diversity Equity-focused practices in urban schooling contexts Intersection of data analysis and social justice leadership Her 2018-2022 publications reveal consistent focus on leaders of color, mentorship systems, and innovative assessment models for school leadership preparation. Key trends include cross-institutional collaboration methodologies and culturally responsive leadership frameworks. Scientific recognition includes: Emerging Leader by Phi Delta Kappan (2013) As PI for the 21CSLA State Center—a $15M+ initiative—the grant supports California's educational leaders across seven regional academies. Her advisory roles with California state education entities and EdPrepLab demonstrate significant policy influence. While specific doctoral advisees aren't listed, her LEAD EdD program leadership implies extensive mentorship of education professionals. She directs the 21CSLA consortium involving UCLA School of Education, California Subject Matter Projects, and regional academies, while leading Berkeley's Principal Leadership Institute that trains over 200 administrators annually.
Dr. Erika Katzman is an Assistant Professor at Western University's Department of Health Professional Education within the Health and Rehabilitation Sciences faculty. Her work bridges critical disability studies and healthcare education, focusing on support systems, labor dynamics, and anti-oppressive pedagogy. She holds a PhD from Western University (SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship), an MSc in Occupational Therapy, and a BA in Latin American Studies from the University of Toronto. Her research examines invisible labor in support services, time management in healthcare, and critical methodologies. Key themes include disability autonomy, relational work dynamics, and epistemic justice in clinical practice. Teaching courses include 'Rethinking Disability,' 'Disability and Applied Health Fields,' and research methods. Publications emphasize the interplay between disability, labor, and policy, with recent work exploring chronopolitics and self-managed attendant services. Her 2023 articles advance critical disability time studies while earlier works address clinical ethics and embodied reflexivity in healthcare education.
Parker VanValkenburgh is an Associate Professor of Anthropology and Associate Professor of Archaeology and the Ancient World at Brown University. His research employs archaeological methods to address anthropological questions, focusing on colonialism and imperialism's impacts on Indigenous people and environments in the Peruvian Andes. He directs the Brown Digital Archaeology Laboratory and co-directs several major projects including the Paisajes Arqueológicos de Chachapoyas (PACha) project and GeoPACHA (Geospatial Platform for Andean Culture, History and Archaeology). His educational background includes: PhD from Harvard University (2012) MA from University of London (2005) MPhil from University of Cambridge (2004) BA from Stanford University (2003) VanValkenburgh's research focuses on the long-term impacts of colonialism and imperialism on Indigenous people and environments in the Peruvian Andes. Through studying architecture, ceramics, environmental datasets, and archival documents, he explores how relationships between people, institutions, and environments transform during imperial histories. His work emphasizes how survival and resilience strategies developed by communities dealing with empires are passed down across generations. He applies digital methodologies, particularly GIS, to map and analyze social, political, and environmental change in space and time, while also critically examining how digital mediation transforms archaeological practice. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward integrating advanced computational methods with archaeological research. There's a clear emphasis on using AI, machine learning, and remote sensing technologies to enhance archaeological survey and analysis in the Andes. His work spans traditional archaeological topics like landscape, ceramics, and colonial architecture with cutting-edge digital approaches including vision foundation models, point cloud processing, and semi-supervised learning for identifying ancient urbanization patterns. His scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous awards: John Carter Brown Faculty Fellow (2023-24) Meenakshi Narain Excellence in Research Mentoring Award (Brown University, 2023) William G. McLoughlin Award for Excellence in Teaching in the Social Sciences (2021) Cogut Center for the Humanities Faculty Fellowship (2018) American Council of Learned Societies Fellowship (2017) VanValkenburgh has successfully secured substantial research funding for multiple projects. His Paisajes Arqueológicos de Chachapoyas (PACha) project has received NSF funding through 2025, while his GeoPACHA initiative has garnered support from ACLS and SPARC grants. He also co-directs the 'Mapping Historical Trauma in Tulsa, 1921-2021' project. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Geographic Information Systems, cartography, critical digital archaeology, and the archaeology of the Andean region, for which he received Brown's prestigious teaching award. He directs the Brown Digital Archaeology Laboratory, which serves as a hub for integrating digital methodologies with archaeological research. His collaborative network includes scholars from institutions like Vanderbilt University (Steven Wernke) and the University of Tulsa (Alicia Odewale), reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary research that bridges archaeology, anthropology, and digital humanities.
Christopher Wise is a Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Western Washington University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences. He has been affiliated with the university since 1996 and holds a PhD in his field. A distinguished scholar with a four-time Fulbright Scholar designation, Wise has taught and conducted research globally, including at the University of Jordan (2001–2003) and the University of Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso (1996–1997). His work emphasizes African, Middle Eastern, and Francophone literatures, with a focus on the Sahel region and postcolonial studies. Wise’s research interests span African Sahel societies, particularly Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Senegal, as well as the Maghreb and Middle East. His work integrates critical theory, philosophy, and translation studies, with a particular emphasis on Islamic studies, Sufi traditions, and the intersection of literature with political and religious identity. He has translated and edited numerous works by African authors, including the Tuareg poet Hawad and Norbert Zongo, contributing significantly to the global recognition of Sahel and Francophone African literature. Four-time Fulbright Scholar (1996–1997, 2001–2003, and additional awards) In addition to his scholarly contributions, Wise leads Western Washington University’s annual faculty-led Global Learning Program to Senegal, engaging 15 students annually in immersive cultural and academic experiences. His teaching focuses on world literatures, American Studies, and Islamic Studies, reflecting his commitment to cross-cultural education and global outreach. Wise is actively involved in academic leadership within the English Department, contributing to curriculum development and international partnerships. His work bridges literary analysis with socio-political critique, emphasizing decolonial perspectives and the preservation of marginalized voices in literature and history.
D.J. Hopkins is a Professor at San Diego State University's School of Theatre, Television, and Film , specializing in Shakespearean performance, immersive theatre, and urban space dynamics. He earned his MFA and PhD from the University of California, San Diego, and has published extensively in journals like Theatre Forum and Modern Drama . Primary Affiliation: School of Theatre, Television, and Film (College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts) Research Focus: Shakespeare adaptations, VR performance, and spatial theory in theatre Leadership Roles: Past Editor of Theatre Topics , Vice President for Research and Publications at ATHE (2018-2020), and Director of SDSU's Center for Teaching and Learning (2023-2025) Hopkins's publications, including his 2024 monograph with Cambridge University Press and co-edited collections recognized by ATHE, reflect his commitment to interdisciplinary exploration of performance's socio-spatial impacts. His dramaturgical collaborations include work with influential artists like Les Waters and Tina Landau. 2024: Sleep No More and the Discourses of Shakespeare Performance (Cambridge University Press) 2016: Co-edited Performance and the City and Performance and the Global City (Palgrave), recipients of ATHE's Excellence in Editing Award He has received the Elliott Hayes Award for Dramaturgy and serves as a Weber Honors College Faculty Fellow, bridging academic scholarship and practical performance innovation.
Dr. Shobana Nair Partington serves as Head of the Department for Operations, Technology, Events, and Hospitality Management at Manchester Metropolitan University's triple-accredited Business School, leading a team of 60 academic staff serving over 2,000 students. With over 20 years of academic leadership experience, she also holds strategic university roles as Academic Co-Chair for the Race Equality Charter and Academic Co-Director for Accreditation. Her international teaching engagements span Switzerland, Bulgaria, and Malaysia, reflecting her global perspective on business education. Her educational foundation includes a Master's degree in Economics from the University of Leeds, funded by a Foreign and Commonwealth Office scholarship, and doctoral research at Manchester Metropolitan University supported by the Low Pay Commission. These qualifications underpin her evidence-based approach to labor market analysis. Shobana's research centers on systemic inequalities in hospitality employment, with particular focus on pay practices, working conditions, and minimum wage impacts. Her work bridges economic theory and practical industry applications, examining how structural factors shape employee experiences in service sectors. She integrates psychological safety frameworks with innovation studies to develop actionable insights for organizational change. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals persistent themes in hospitality labor economics, with evolving emphasis from foundational minimum wage studies toward contemporary investigations of psychological safety and innovation. Her research consistently connects policy implications with operational realities in hotels, cruise ships, and tourism enterprises. Her scholarly contributions have been recognized through: Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy Fellowship of the Institute of Professional Development As an academic supervisor, she has guided six PhD candidates to completion on topics ranging from hotel information systems to tourist transport experiences. Her department drives innovation through the Digital & Technology Solutions degree apprenticeship and applied research initiatives that help businesses adapt to technological disruption. She actively serves on the Chartered Association of Business Schools' Learning, Teaching and Student Experience Committee and as a Senator for the Institute of Professional Development. The department operates as a dynamic hub for industry-engaged scholarship, with faculty from diverse nationalities developing curricula that integrate digital fluency, data analytics, and creative problem-solving. Their research directly informs sector practices while addressing critical challenges like student award gaps and workplace inclusion through the Race Equality Charter framework.
