جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Renata Kołodziejczykمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Special education
• Speech therapy
• Cued Speech method
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Renata Kołodziejczyk serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Special Education at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin's Faculty of Social Sciences. Her work focuses on inclusive education, speech therapy for hearing-impaired individuals, and the Cued Speech method (Fonogestów), with particular emphasis on language accessibility and communication support systems. Department of Special Education, Institute of Pedagogy Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin Her research explores: Development of communication skills in deaf individuals Implementation of Cued Speech across educational settings Universal design for learning environments Teacher training for inclusive education Educational accessibility for hearing-impaired students Deaf community integration strategies Recent publications demonstrate trends in: Cued Speech methodology advancements Inclusive curriculum design Assistive communication technologies Life course analysis for hearing-impaired individuals Educational policy implementation Interdisciplinary rehabilitation approaches Scientific contributions recognized through: 4th Degree Team Award (2019) Bronze Cross of Merit (2015) Editorial roles in 'Logopedia' journal Leadership in Polish Cued Speech Association Key projects managed: Cued Speech Europa (EU-funded) Language Creativity of Hearing-Impaired Youth (KUL-funded) Postgraduate Training in Communication Support (Ministry-funded) Integrated Development Program (EU-funded)

Gabriel Sosaمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Art Education
• Illustration
• Public Art
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gabriel Sosa is the Saturday Studios Director in Art Education and a Visiting Lecturer in Illustration at Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt). He is also Deputy Director of Essex Art Center in Lawrence, Massachusetts, demonstrating strong ties to community-based arts education and public engagement. Education: M.F.A., School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University, 2016 B.A., Boston University, 2007 Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain, 2007–2008 His research and creative interests center on public art, language, identity, and community engagement . As a Cuban-American artist and former court interpreter, his work interrogates linguistic accessibility, cultural hybridity, and institutional critique. His projects often involve collaboration with urban communities, museums, and public spaces, reflecting a deep commitment to socially engaged art practices. Themes of visibility, communication, and spatial politics recur across his exhibitions and curatorial work. The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent engagement with socially responsive art , blending curatorial innovation, performance, and public intervention. They span disciplines including public art, disability studies, digital culture, and political aesthetics , demonstrating a transdisciplinary approach rooted in community dialogue and critical theory. Scientific and Artistic Honors: Materia Abierta Residency, Mexico City (2021) Art & Law Program Residency, New York (2021) Urbano Project Residency, Boston (2021) Now + There Accelerator Program, Boston (2020) Lugar a dudas Residency, Colombia (2019) Gabriel Sosa actively mentors youth and emerging artists through programs like Saturday Studios and the Urbano Project. While no formal grants are listed, his residencies and public art projects suggest funding from cultural and community organizations. His curatorial and educational leadership at Essex Art Center and MassArt highlights a sustained commitment to expanding access to the arts. He leads initiatives at Saturday Studios and Essex Art Center , both focused on community-driven art education and exhibition. These labs and teams emphasize inclusivity, youth development, and cross-cultural dialogue, functioning as incubators for socially engaged artistic practice.

Della Goswellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sign Language Interpreting
• Deaf Studies
• Signed Language Translation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Della Goswell is a Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Macquarie University , specializing in sign language interpreting and deaf studies. Her work bridges linguistic theory with practical applications in translation and interpreter training. Institution: Macquarie University Department: Department of Linguistics Her research focuses on sign language interpreting practices, deaf interpreter professionalization, and translation standards. Key areas include signed language translation, phonological variation, and the development of evidence-based guidelines for Auslan translation. Goswell's recent publications examine the complexities of deaf signing diversity, rubric design for interpreter assessment, and the professionalization of deaf interpreters in Australia. She actively collaborates with international researchers in this field. Her work contributes to the advancement of sign language interpreting standards and supports the professional development of deaf interpreters through rigorous academic research and practical frameworks.

Wyatte C. Hallمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Deaf Health Disparities
• Language Acquisition and Deprivation
• Early Childhood Language Experiences
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Wyatte C. Hall, PhD is an Assistant Professor with multiple appointments at the University of Rochester Medical Center's School of Medicine and Dentistry. He holds primary faculty positions in the Department of Public Health Sciences and joint appointments in the Center for Community Health and Prevention, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Hall earned his PhD and MA in Clinical Psychology from Gallaudet University (2014, 2011) and his BS in Psychology from Rochester Institute of Technology (2008). His research focuses on community engagement and reduction of health disparities in deaf populations, with particular emphasis on the relationship between early childhood language experiences and subsequent health, cognitive, educational, and quality of life outcomes across the lifespan, as well as the phenomenon of language deprivation. His scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on deaf health equity, with recent publications addressing signed language acquisition, mental health in deaf populations, language deprivation consequences, and healthcare accessibility for deaf individuals. His research spans clinical, educational, and public health domains, often employing community-based participatory approaches that center deaf perspectives and experiences. Dr. Hall has received several prestigious awards including the Dr. David Satcher Community Health Improvement Award (2025), National Champion Award (2025), and Best Community Engagement Project Award (2025), recognizing his impactful contributions to deaf health research and community engagement. As Principal Investigator of the Visual Language Access & Acquisition (VLAA) Lab, Dr. Hall mentors graduate students like Michelle Koplitz and leads NIH-funded research on language planning for families with deaf or hard of hearing children. His lab receives significant grant support for projects addressing language deprivation and communication access in deaf communities. The VLAA Lab focuses on how early childhood language experiences impact lifelong quality of life outcomes for deaf communities, with particular attention to the social epidemics of language deprivation and communication neglect. The lab works through a multidisciplinary lens incorporating cognition, neuro- and socioemotional development, mental health, education, and public health perspectives.

• Psychological aspects of the functioning of people with disabilities
• Developmental disorders
• Personality development
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michał Gacek is affiliated with the Department of Psychoprophylaxis and Psychotherapy at the Faculty of Philosophy of Jagiellonian University. He holds a PhD in psychology (2013) and specializes in the psychological aspects of disability, developmental disorders, personality development, and the psychology of horror. His research focuses on individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism, including decision-making processes, psychosocial adjustment, and the impact of interventions like neurofeedback training. He has served as a psychologist at a school for youth with intellectual disabilities and currently leads projects such as 'Specific personality traits of students with intellectual disabilities and autism in special and integrated schools' (2024–2025). Additional roles include representing the Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy for education quality evaluation and advising the Ministry of Education on teacher development. His work includes studies on anxiety during the pandemic, learned helplessness in disability contexts, and the validation of psychological instruments like the Self-Perception Profile for Children. He contributes to academic discourse through peer-reviewed journals and maintains offices at Ingardena Street 6.

• Deaf Education
• Bilingual Education
• Immigrant Families with Deaf Children
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christi Batamula is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Gallaudet University, part of the School of Language, Education, and Culture. She has been at the university since 2005, transitioning from early childhood education roles to her current academic position. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in International Education from George Mason University, an M.A. in Deaf Education from Gallaudet, and a B.A. in Elementary Education from Geneva College. Her research focuses on diverse deaf learners, immigrant families, bilingual education, and critical pedagogy. Notable projects include the Family Language Planning Digital Toolkit (funded by NIDCD NIH) and contributions to teacher preparation programs. She has advised numerous students in capstone projects and doctoral dissertations, spanning topics like anti-bias education and Reggio Emilia approaches. Batamula has taught over 30 courses since 2009, including core subjects like Early Childhood Environments and Deaf Learners in Bilingual Contexts . Her work emphasizes culturally responsive teaching and family engagement, reflected in grants such as the SEEDS Project (US Department of Education) aimed at safeguarding deaf children's development. She held leadership roles including Department Chair of Education (2019–2020) and currently serves on the Faculty Senate. Her scholarly contributions span articles on family language policies, bilingual education, and innovative pedagogical frameworks, advocating for inclusive and culturally affirming practices.

• Policing
• Criminal Justice
• Police Reform
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Nick Fyfe is Vice-Principal (Research and Regional Engagement) at Robert Gordon University, where he oversees research strategy, library services, and institutional partnerships. Internationally recognized for his expertise in policing and criminal justice, he previously served as Dean of the School of Social Sciences at the University of Dundee and founded the Scottish Institute for Policing Research (2006–2018). His work bridges academia, policy, and practice, with a focus on police reform, preventive strategies, and inclusive law enforcement. He holds an MA and PhD in Geography from the University of Cambridge, with doctoral research on the political geography of policing. His scholarly contributions emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, evidence-based policy, and the evolving role of police organizations in Western Europe. His research spans policing reform, preventive strategies, and the integration of technology in law enforcement. Recent work explores abstract policing models, accessibility for deaf citizens, and organizational culture in academic institutions. Publications highlight structural reorganization, community engagement, and global-local dynamics in security systems. Key trends in his 2016–2025 articles include the digitalization of policing, inclusive practices for marginalized groups, and the evaluation of institutional reforms. His studies often employ comparative frameworks (e.g., Scotland vs. Netherlands) and emphasize evidence-based decision-making in law enforcement. Fellowship of the UK’s Academy of Social Sciences (2020) Distinguished Achievement Award, George Mason University (2014) ESRC Outstanding Impact on Society Award (2015) Scottish Policing Awards (2012, 2013) Nick Fyfe has secured funding from UK research councils for projects on police reform, missing persons, and security governance. He co-founded the European Society of Criminology’s Policing Working Group (2008–2018) and chaired review panels for international policing research initiatives.

• Foreign Language Teaching
• Spanish Language Pedagogy
• Portuguese Language Teaching
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ivone Pinto Ribeiro serves as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the School of Education of Viseu, Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, Portugal, teaching French, English, and Spanish through annual appointments from 2019 to 2025. Her educational qualifications include: Master's Degree in Teaching English and Spanish (University of Porto, Faculty of Arts, 2013) Bachelor's Degree in French English (Catholic University of Portugal, Viseu Regional Center, 2002) Degree in Applied Foreign Languages (Université Sorbonne Nouvelle-Paris 3, France, 1997) Her research focuses on communicative language teaching methodologies with particular emphasis on developing oral competence in Spanish as a foreign language through visual aids, as demonstrated in her 2013 master's thesis. She actively investigates linguistic diversity challenges in language education, including Portuguese Sign Language's role in Deaf cultural identity and specialized pedagogy for Chinese speakers learning Portuguese as a foreign language. She contributed to the May 2025 International Congress "FOREIGN LANGUAGES – LINGUISTIC AND CULTURAL HERITAGE: VITALITY AND THREATS" as both organizing committee member and presenter, delivering papers on Portuguese Sign Language and linguistic diversity in Portuguese language instruction.

Rosamund Oatesمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Early Modern History
• Disability History
• Deafness History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Rosamund Oates is a Reader at Manchester Metropolitan University, specializing in Early Modern and Disability History. She leads the 'Cultures of Disability' research cluster and advises over 70 PhD students in History, Politics, and Philosophy. Her work bridges academia and public engagement, collaborating with museums and heritage organizations to promote inclusive disability narratives. She holds a PhD from the University of York and MA/BA from the University of Oxford, and is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society with Level 3 British Sign Language qualification. Her research focuses on deafness in Early Modern England, Reformation history, and book cultures. Notable works include Deafness in Early Modern England (forthcoming 2026, CUP) and edited volumes like Communities of Print (2021). Education: PhD, University of York MA/BA (Hons), University of Oxford Research Interests: Early Modern England, disability history, book history, Reformation studies, and cultural heritage. Awards: British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship, Leverhulme Research Fellowship, Canterbury Erskine Fellowship. Her projects include co-curating exhibitions at the John Rylands Library and National Trust sites, and public initiatives like the BSL Poetry and Heritage event. She advises on inclusive disability history for institutions like the Royal Armouries and Manchester City Council. Teaching emphasizes early modern Europe, disability history, and paleography. She supervises doctoral research in disability studies, Reformation history, and Tudor/Stuart politics.

Paula Staceyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Auditory Perception
• Hearing Impairment
• Perceptual Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Paula Stacey is a Principal Lecturer in Psychology at the School of Social Sciences, Nottingham Trent University (NTU). Her research focuses on auditory perception, hearing impairment, and perceptual learning, with a particular emphasis on improving speech perception for cochlear implant users through auditory training. She teaches research methods and supervises final-year projects. Previously, she worked at the MRC Institute of Hearing Research and completed her PhD at the University of York. Her work explores audiovisual speech perception in noise, forensic voice identification, and the impact of aging and hearing loss on perceptual integration. She collaborates with institutions like the MRC Institute of Hearing Research and the NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Unit in Hearing, supported by grants from Deafness Research UK and the Medical Research Council. Dr. Stacey reviews for journals such as the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied and Ear and Hearing, and evaluates grants for organizations like the Medical Research Council. Her research bridges cognitive psychology, audiology, and forensic science, addressing practical challenges in hearing rehabilitation and legal applications of voice recognition. Her lab work involves developing training approaches for cochlear implant users, optimizing voice parade procedures, and studying eye movements linked to the McGurk effect. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to advance both theoretical understanding and real-world interventions in hearing science.

Sari Altschulerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• American Literature and Culture (pre-1865)
• Literature and Medicine
• Disability Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sari Altschuler is an Associate Professor of English and Founding Director of the Health, Humanities, and Society Program at Northeastern University's College of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her work bridges American literature (pre-1865), medical humanities, disability studies, and health humanities. She holds a PhD from the City University of New York (2012). Her research focuses on intersections of medicine, disability, and literary culture in early America. Key publications include The Medical Imagination: Literature and Health in the Early United States (2018) and co-edited Keywords for Health Humanities (2023). Awards include recognition from the Society of Early Americanists, Disability History Association, and grants from Mellon Foundation and McNeil Center for Early American Studies. Altschuler previously taught at Emory University and served as a faculty fellow at Wellesley College and invited professor at Université de Paris. She directs the Touch This Page! exhibition exploring multisensory reading experiences and chairs Harvard's Critical Health Humanities seminar. Her articles address topics like AI scribes in healthcare (2024), post-pandemic pain narratives (2024), and antebellum disability representation (2023). Grants include long-term support from American Antiquarian Society and Wellesley's Newhouse Center for the Humanities. Professional roles include editorial/advisory boards for American Quarterly , Early American Literature , and American Literature . Current projects involve multisensory humanities initiatives and health equity research.

Donna Chambersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Heritage Tourism
• Gender Intersectionality
• Black Feminism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Donna Chambers is a leading scholar at Northumbria University's School of Design Arts and Creative Industries, specializing in critical tourism studies. She joined Northumbria in September 2022 after establishing the Interdisciplinary Research Network on Race, Class and Ethnicity (RaCE) at the University of Sunderland, with prior academic appointments at the Universities of Surrey and Edinburgh Napier. Her research centers on cultural heritage representations , gender-race intersectionality through Black feminist frameworks, and postcolonial/decolonial theorizing in tourism contexts. Chambers employs innovative visual and qualitative methodologies to examine power dynamics in tourism discourse, with particular focus on marginalized communities and epistemological decolonization. Chambers' recent publications reveal evolving research trajectories: from foundational work on heritage discourse construction (2021) to cutting-edge studies on neurodivergent travelers (2024) and migration-hospitality intersections (2025). Her scholarship consistently bridges critical theory with practical advocacy , addressing gender-based violence in academia, deaf tourism accessibility, and sustainable tourism through intersectional lenses. As Associate Editor for Annals of Tourism Research and former Managing Editor for Leisure Studies , she shapes scholarly discourse while serving as external ethics committee member for the University of Oxford (2013-2021). Chambers actively advocates for equity, anti-racism, and anti-discrimination across academic and tourism sectors. Passionate advocate for equity and anti-discrimination in academia External member, Oxford University Research Ethics Committee (2013-2021) Associate Editor, Annals of Tourism Research Former Managing Editor, Leisure Studies Established RaCE interdisciplinary research network at Sunderland Her leadership extends to PhD supervision on Black feminism, decolonial theory, and heritage representation. Chambers' work contributes significantly to UN Sustainable Development Goals through critical examinations of cultural equity and inclusive tourism development.

• Deaf Studies
• Sign Language
• Multimodality
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Hilde Haualand is a Professor at the Institute for International Studies and Interpreter Education, Faculty of Teacher Education and International Studies, Oslo Metropolitan University. Her research focuses on sign language interpreting, Deaf Studies, language ideologies, and disability rights, with a particular emphasis on Nordic socialization spaces and institutional practices. Key Projects: COIL modules in sign language with Gallaudet University; Erasmus Mundus Master in Applied Deaf Studies. Research Themes: Access to sign language socialization, interpreter professionalization, language policy, and systemic barriers in public institutions. Publications: 15+ works spanning sign language education, interpreting ethics, Nordic language ideologies, and disability inclusion policies. Collaborations: Nordisk tegnspråknettverk, NTNU, World Federation of the Deaf, Fafo Institute. Her advocacy includes making Norwegian Sign Language an official language and addressing accessibility in legal, healthcare, and educational systems.

Jessica Scottمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Deaf Education
• Language and Literacy Education
• Bilingualism in Deaf Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jessica Scott is an Associate Professor in Deaf Education at the Georgia State University Department of Learning Sciences. She holds a B.A. in Deaf Education from Flagler College, an Ed.M. in Language and Literacy (with Reading Specialist licensure) from Harvard Graduate School of Education, and an Ed.D. in Human Development and Education from Harvard. Her research focuses on bilingualism in deaf education, academic English development, and the role of American Sign Language (ASL) in deaf students' literacy. She chairs the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Special Interest Group of the International Literacy Association. Education highlights include her work at the Alaska School for the Deaf and The Learning Center for the Deaf. Her award-winning dissertation explored ASL and academic English's impact on deaf students' reading comprehension. Current interests include deaf education in developing countries and translanguaging practices in STEM education. She has published extensively on deaf learners' literacy, bilingualism, and inclusive pedagogy. Scientific Awards: Recipient of Harvard University’s Jeanne S. Chall student research award (2016). Publications span topics like deaf education program efficacy, multicultural literacy strategies, and STEAM accessibility for deaf learners. Advising/Grants: While specific grants aren’t detailed, her work implies leadership in curriculum development and cross-cultural educational initiatives. She collaborates internationally, including research in Mexico and Jamaica. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Georgia State’s research centers focusing on language development and inclusive education. Her work aligns with the Center for Research on Atypical Development and Learning (CRADL).

• Deaf Studies
• Sign Language Variation
• Black ASL
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joseph Hill is a Professor of Deaf Studies and Linguistics at Gallaudet University, directing the Center for Black Deaf Studies. His work focuses on sign language variation, Black ASL, and sociopolitical issues affecting Deaf communities. He teaches courses like Black ASL, Black Deaf Literature, and Deaf Community Studies. Recent publications include Sign Languages: Structures and Contexts (2025) and articles on language policy, pandemic communication access, and historical dialect development. His research emphasizes intersectionality, documenting marginalized sign language varieties and advocating for equitable linguistic practices. Hill advises students in honors programs and interdisciplinary studies. He actively contributes to Gallaudet's initiatives on bilingual education and accessibility. His work bridges linguistics with community advocacy, particularly addressing systemic barriers faced by Black Deaf individuals in academia and social services.