جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sheila McIlraithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• AI Safety
• AI Alignment
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Sheila McIlraith is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto, holding the Canada CIFAR AI Chair at the Vector Institute and serving as Associate Director and Research Lead at the Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society. Her research spans AI safety, ethics, reinforcement learning, and knowledge representation, with a focus on human-compatible AI and long-term societal impacts. Her career includes six years as a Research Scientist at Stanford University and a year at Xerox PARC. McIlraith’s work has been recognized through ACM and AAAI fellowships, as well as prestigious awards like the SWSA 10-Year Award (2011) and the CAIAC Lifetime Achievement Award (2024). Research Interests: AI Safety and Alignment Human-Compatible AI Reinforcement Learning with Ethical Constraints Semantic Web Services Cognitive Robotics and Diagnostic Systems Probabilistic and Logical Reasoning Recent Contributions: Her work emphasizes ethical AI integration, such as the Embedded Ethics Education Initiative (E3I), and addresses challenges in long-term AI risks, multi-agent systems, and interpretable decision-making frameworks. Awards and Honors: ACM Fellow AAAI Fellow 2023 IJCAI-JAIR Best Paper Prize 2024 CAIAC Lifetime Achievement Award Labs and Teams: McIlraith leads initiatives at the Schwartz Reisman Institute and contributes to the Vector Institute, focusing on societal and ethical dimensions of AI technology.

José Eduardo Villalobos Grailletمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Spanish Film Studies
• Spanish Medieval Literature
• Latin American and Caribbean Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

José Eduardo Villalobos Graillet is an Assistant Professor of Spanish at Idaho State University , specializing in Modern Peninsular Literature and Culture with a focus on visual culture (film and television) . He previously held a position as Spanish Instructor at Wilfrid Laurier University in the Department of Languages and Literatures. Research Areas : Spanish Film Studies, Spanish Medieval Literature, Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language, Visual Culture, and Critical Pedagogy. His scholarly work examines film and television adaptations of 'La Celestina' , analyzing censorship dynamics across Francoist Spain, the Democratic Transition, and contemporary Spain. He also contributes to Spanish pedagogy , developing technological tools like Lang-8 for written expression and culturally immersive teaching units on topics such as winter festivals and Caribbean music. His publications span both critical academic analysis and methodological innovations for language instruction. Key Themes in Publications : Adaptation fidelity, political censorship, intercultural pedagogy, and the role of digital platforms in language learning.

• 19th-century Visual Culture
• Material Culture Studies
• Art History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrea Korda, PhD (University of California, Santa Barbara), is an Associate Professor of Fine Arts & Humanities and Associate Dean (Research) at the Augustana Campus of the University of Alberta. Her academic career bridges art history, material culture studies, and pedagogical innovation. Educations: BA in Fine Arts, Queen's University MA in Art History, Concordia University PhD in Art History, University of California, Santa Barbara Research Focus: Dr. Korda specializes in 19th-century visual and material culture, with a focus on education's visual dimensions, children's literature, and community-engaged projects like the award-winning Crafting Communities initiative. She co-curated the virtual exhibition Photographies (Bruce Peel Special Collections) and explores hands-on learning through historical crafts. Teaching: Courses include modern art history (AUART 220), photography theory (AUART 225), and special topics in visual culture (AUART 382). She emphasizes experiential learning and digital humanities integration, as seen in her work with the Getty Museum Challenge and OER projects. Collaborations: Leads interdisciplinary teams on projects like Crafting Communities , blending scholarship with public engagement. Her research bridges historical methodologies with contemporary pedagogical practices, fostering connections between academia and communities.

Nathaniel Streetمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rhetorical Theory
• Philosophy of Writing
• Pedagogy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nathaniel Street is Associate Professor and Writing Minor Coordinator in the English Department at Mount Saint Vincent University. He holds a PhD in English (Composition and Rhetoric) from the University of South Carolina. His research examines the intersections of philosophy, rhetoric, and pedagogy, with particular focus on the performative power of writing. Street's scholarly work analyzes persuasion mechanisms and figuration in rhetorical traditions, drawing on thinkers like Deleuze and Guattari. His recent publications explore philosophical approaches to writing practice and pedagogical frameworks. His articles demonstrate consistent engagement with rhetorical theory across historical and contemporary contexts, examining writing as both theoretical concept and practical discipline. No awards listed

Jane Gairمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Medical Education
• Medical Genetics
• Science Outreach
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jane Gair is a tenured Teaching Professor in the Division of Medical Sciences at the University of Victoria, where she teaches first and second-year medical students in the Island Medical Program (IMP). She serves as IMP Site Lead for Case-Based Learning (CBL) and Director for CBL Faculty Development, leading provincial curriculum implementation and faculty training. Her academic credentials include: BSc from McMaster University BSc from University of British Columbia (UBC) PhD from University of British Columbia (UBC) Her research centers on medical education methodologies including Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Case-Based Learning (CBL), with emphasis on small-group pedagogy effectiveness. She maintains active scholarship in medical genetics and personalized medicine, as demonstrated through public lectures on epigenetics and genetic testing. International collaborations extend her work to the University of Newcastle (Australia), Patan Academy of Health Sciences (Nepal), and National University of Defense Technology (China). Dr. Gair directs UVic's branch of the national Let's Talk Science Outreach Program, engaging medical students in K-12 STEM education across Vancouver Island. This initiative serves as a core component of the FLEX course curriculum where she mentors students as Advisor, Assessor, and Supervisor. Her provincial faculty development work indicates ongoing grant-supported activities though specific funding sources aren't detailed. She maintains affiliations with the Centre for Biomedical Research (CBR) at UVic and the Centre for Health Education Scholarship (CHES) at UBC. Her leadership in Let's Talk Science coordinates medical student volunteers and community partners in delivering science literacy programs, with recent activities including 2023-2024 Mini Med School sessions on AI in healthcare, diabetes management, and genetic testing.

• Business Management
• Organizational Studies
• Administrative Leadership
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Kristen Desjarlais-deKlerk is an Associate Professor in the Department of Business and Administration at the University of Winnipeg. She is affiliated with the Buhler Centre, located in office 3BC25. Her work focuses on areas related to business strategy and organizational management, leveraging her academic position to contribute to both teaching and administrative practices within the faculty. No specific educational background, research awards, or publication details are provided in the available text. Her professional activities likely involve curriculum development and student mentorship within the Business and Administration programs at the university.

Jillianne Codeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Learner agency
• Educational technologies
• Technology-enhanced learning
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jillianne Code is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Education, Department of Curriculum & Pedagogy, directing the ALIVE Research Lab. Her work focuses on learner agency, educational technologies, and social media's impact on student success. Specializes in immersive virtual environments for assessment Researches self-regulated learning and formative feedback Investigates health education through digital interventions Her recent publications examine pandemic-era educational transitions, digital literacy in teacher training, and cognitive tools in virtual reality. She has received Outstanding Paper Awards for her work on immersive assessment. Dr. Code leads research projects on learning analytics, student engagement in digital spaces, and technology education sustainability. Her work bridges educational theory with practical interventions through digital badges, mobile health applications, and 3D learning environments.

Furkan Alacaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Security
• User Authentication
• Usable Security
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Furkan Alaca is an Assistant Professor at Queen's University's School of Computing, part of the Faculty of Arts and Science. His research focuses on user authentication systems, addressing security and usability challenges. He holds a Ph.D. (2018) in Computer Science from Carleton University, an M.A.Sc. (2012) in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a B.Eng. (2010) in Communications Engineering, all from Carleton University. His academic career includes teaching roles at Queen's University and the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he taught courses such as Cryptography, Cybersecurity, and Discrete Mathematics. He is affiliated with Queen's Security Research Group and Computer Security Research Lab. Research interests include computer and internet security, usable security, authentication mechanisms, and systems security. He has contributed to advancements in web authentication frameworks, malware analysis, and privacy-preserving technologies. His work spans conferences like IEEE and ACM, with notable publications in cybersecurity, machine learning, and network efficiency. Current teaching includes CISC 447 (Introduction to Cybersecurity) and CISC 468 (Cryptography). He has advised on courses ranging from undergraduate programming to graduate-level security topics.

Walid A. Salehمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Qur’ān
• History of Quranic Commentaries (Tafsir)
• Muslim-Jewish Interactions
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Walid A. Saleh is a Professor of Islamic Studies at the University of Toronto , holding appointments in both the Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations department and the Department for the Study of Religion . His scholarship focuses on the Qur’an , Quranic exegesis (Tafsir), Islamic apocalyptic literature , and Biblical reception in Islam . PhD from Yale University (2001) Recipient of Mellon New Directions Fellowship (2014) and Konrad Adenauer Fellow (2017) Editor of the Routledge Qur’an Series His research analyzes Quranic chronology , manuscript traditions , and Islamic intellectual history . Recent publications examine periodization in Sunni tafsir, late Ottoman book culture, and the reception of al-Bayḍāwī's Anwar al-tanzīl . Articles explore topics from Quranic death narratives to medieval Islamic cosmology . Key article themes: Quranic identity formation , Islamic manuscript studies , exegetical methodology He has edited critical texts like al-Biqa`i's Bible treatise and serves on editorial boards for the Journal of the American Academy of Religion and Journal of Qur'anic Studies . His teaching includes advanced courses in Arabic paleography and Quranic hermeneutics .

• Gender-Based Violence Prevention
• Social Policy and Legislation
• Systems Change and Organizational Culture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lana Wells is an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Social Work and holds the Brenda Strafford Chair in the Prevention of Domestic Violence. As Founder/Director of Shift: Primary Prevention Research Hub and Research Fellow at the School of Public Policy, she specializes in preventing gender-based violence through systems change, policy innovation, and community engagement. Key research areas: Gender equity, Indigenous sovereignty, AI ethics for social work, and male allyship in violence prevention Led over $11M in research funding and 22.5M+ in prevention initiatives 2023 Killam Professor Award recipient Recent publications focus on AI applications for violence prevention, gamification in male engagement, and rural/small-town violence reduction strategies. Her work spans interdisciplinary collaborations with public health agencies, Indigenous communities, and international organizations. Major projects: Alberta's Primary Prevention Playbook, Strong Women's Circle with Indigenous communities, ConnectED Parents virtual intervention Active in policy advisory roles for governments and NGOs Scientific awards include: 2023 Killam Annual Professor Award 2022 Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal 2019 Alberta Inspiration Award 2015 & 2013 Carthy Foundation Leadership Awards 2012 School of Public Policy Fellowship As a graduate supervisor in Social Work and Public Policy, she develops prevention workforce capacity through Shifttolearn.com. Current initiatives include data-driven dashboards for real-time violence prevention and cultural transformation in male-dominated institutions.

Jennifer Katzمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Inclusive Education
• Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Mental Health in K-12
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer Katz serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Special Education (ECPS) at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Education. She joined UBC in July 2016 after previously holding an Associate Professor position in Inclusive Education at the University of Manitoba. Renowned for creating the Three Block Model of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), her framework is now implemented across Canadian school divisions to advance inclusive educational practices. Dr. Katz's research centers on inclusive education K-12 , social and emotional learning (SEL) , and mental health promotion in schools . Her work integrates the Three Block Model of UDL to address diverse student needs while emphasizing indigenous perspectives through extensive collaboration with First Nation elders and communities in Manitoba, Alberta, and Quebec. This intersectional approach reimagines inclusive education through reconciliation frameworks and culturally responsive practices. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on mental health literacy programs for students with developmental disabilities, UDL's impact on academic achievement and teacher efficacy, and the integration of Indigenous knowledge systems. Her research bridges theory and practice through classroom-based interventions, cluster-randomized trials, and transformative learning frameworks that prioritize student well-being and social inclusion. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards were documented in the provided sources. Advising and Grants: While specific graduate students and research grants aren't detailed in the text, Dr. Katz's extensive publication record and community partnerships indicate active research leadership. Her work with school divisions across Canada suggests significant program implementation funding, though grant specifics remain unreported. Labs and Teams: Dr. Katz maintains critical partnerships with First Nation communities, embedding Indigenous knowledge into educational frameworks. Her Three Block Model implementation involves multi-school division collaborations nationwide, creating practitioner-researcher networks focused on inclusive classroom transformation.

Ning Nanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital business strategy
• Evolvable IT infrastructure
• Online community
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ning Nan is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia's Sauder School of Business, specifically within the Department of Accounting and Information Systems. With a BA from Peking University, an MA from the University of Minnesota, and a PhD from the University of Michigan, Dr. Nan focuses on digital business strategy, evolvable IT infrastructure, and complex adaptive systems. His research explores blockchain applications, agent-based modeling, and the intersection of AI with societal challenges like sustainability. Education: PhD in Information Systems, University of Michigan MA in Information Systems, University of Minnesota BA in Computer Science, Peking University Research Interests: Dr. Nan investigates how technology shapes organizational and societal systems, with a focus on AI ethics, sustainability through personalized recommendations, and blockchain's role in decentralized supply chains. He employs agent-based modeling to simulate complex phenomena like innovation diffusion and online community dynamics. Recent work addresses explainable AI in smart cities and carbon-reduction gamification strategies. Teaching: In 2024-2025, he teaches Data Management for Business Analytics , emphasizing practical applications of data-driven decision-making. Key Research Themes: His articles highlight trends in AI sustainability (e.g., carbon footprint impacts of recommendation systems), digital business strategy (blockchain governance, app update strategies), and foundational IS theory (hyperturbulence and IS strategy).

Diana Inkpenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Linguistics
• Natural Language Processing
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Diana Inkpen is a faculty member at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Ottawa. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto's Department of Computer Science and degrees from the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania (M.Sc. and B.Eng.). Her research focuses on computational linguistics, natural language processing (NLP), and artificial intelligence, with specialties in natural language understanding/generation, lexical semantics, and semantic web agents. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, University of Toronto M.Sc., Computer Science and Engineering, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca B.Eng., Computer Science and Engineering, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca Affiliations: Director, NLP Lab Editor-in-Chief, Computational Intelligence journal Associate Editor, Natural Language Engineering journal Her research has led to roles such as program co-chair for AI 2012 and leadership in organizing international workshops. She has received funding from NSERC, SSHRC, and OCE, and was honored with a Visiting Professor title at the University of Wolverhampton, UK. Her teaching spans courses like Information Retrieval, Natural Language Processing, and Prolog programming. Professor Inkpen's work bridges NLP innovations with societal challenges, including mental health surveillance via social media analysis and bias mitigation in AI systems. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects, such as detecting hate speech and legal text entailment, while maintaining a global research network through collaborations and international conference involvement.

• Reading Acquisition
• Reader Identity
• Teacher Knowledge
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrea Fraser is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education at Mount Saint Vincent University. She holds a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Saskatchewan. Her research focuses on reading acquisition, reader identity development, and the knowledge and beliefs of pre-service and in-service teachers regarding literacy pedagogy. Dr. Fraser's work bridges theoretical understandings of literacy with practical applications in classroom settings. Education: PhD in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Saskatchewan Professional Affiliations: Member of the Faculty of Education at MSVU, contributing to teacher education programs. Contact: Office Seton 427 | Tel: (902) 457-6187 | Email: Andrea.Fraser10@msvu.ca Her research explores how teachers' professional beliefs influence instructional practices, particularly in fostering student reader identities. While no specific grants or awards are listed, her work aligns with contemporary educational priorities in literacy education.

Jennifer Jensonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Games
• Digital Literacies
• Multiliteracy and Multimodality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer Jenson serves as Professor of Digital Languages, Literacies, and Cultures within the Department of Language and Literacy Education at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Education. She joined UBC in January 2019 after 18 years at York University, where she directed the Institute for Research on Digital Learning. Her academic leadership extends to co-editing Loading: The Journal of the Canadian Game Studies Association and past presidency of the Canadian Game Studies Association. Dr. Jenson holds a Ph.D. from Simon Fraser University. Her research program critically examines digital games, literacies, and pedagogical practices through lenses of gender, equity, and decolonization. She has conducted longitudinal studies on gender and digital gameplay, developed educational games through the Play:CES lab, and authored influential reports for the Ontario Ministry of Education including “21st Century Skills, Technologies and Learning”. Her publication trajectory (2015-2023) reveals consistent focus on regendering game cultures, multimodal learning frameworks, and computational literacy in youth media engagement. Work spans critical analysis of “The Entrepreneurial Gamer” concept to contemporary digital literacies in multimodal contexts, emphasizing how game-based learning can disrupt exclusionary practices while advancing inclusive education. No scientific awards were explicitly documented in the source materials. Dr. Jenson maintains active graduate supervision, currently advising doctoral candidates like Laura Brass researching immigrant women language teachers’ identities. Her sustained research funding includes leadership of the international SSHRC Partnership Grant “Re-Figuring Innovation in Games” (2015-2021) and SSHRC Insight Grant “Think, Design, Play” (2014-2020), with collaborations spanning school boards, technology companies, and global institutions like SRI International and Nottingham University. She co-founded the CFI-funded Play:CES lab where teams developed educational games including “Contagion” and “Epidemic: Self-Care for Crisis”, and currently leads the Re-Figuring Innovation in Games (ReFiG) collective – an international consortium of scholars, community organizers, and industry partners dedicated to transforming game culture through equity-centered innovation.