جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Sound Design
• Audiovisual Art
• Multisensory Experience
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Associate Professor Darrin Verhagen is an award-winning sound designer and composer at RMIT University's School of Design, where he teaches in the Sound Design specialization within the Digital Media Program and directs the Audiokinetic Experiments (AkE) Lab. His academic work bridges creative practice with scientific inquiry into multisensory perception. Verhagen's research centers on the neurobiology of aesthetic experience, particularly exploring how sound interacts with vision, movement, and vibration. His work in the AkE Lab utilizes motion simulators, 4D cinema seating, and light to create installations that investigate the relationship between hearing, vision, movement and vibration. His academic background includes postgraduate research on musical extremes - lowercase sound for his Masters and Noise for his Doctorate. His creative output spans sound design for contemporary dance, theatre, installation, film, television and computer games. Verhagen has released over 20 albums internationally and performs audiovisual live shows globally. He was founder and curator of Dorobo records, which showcased Australian sound art for 15 years. Industry collaborations include work with Melbourne Theatre Company, Malthouse, Chunky Move, Australian Dance Theatre, and others. Notable awards include multiple Green Room Awards for Sound Design, Australian Academy of Cinema & Television Arts award finalist status, APRA Art Music awards finalist for experimental music, RMIT Research Award for technical innovation, and RMIT Teaching Award for excellence in teaching practice. Verhagen's supervision projects reveal a trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated explorations of sound in relation to space, perception, and human experience, with recent work focusing on transdisciplinary design, spatial sound applications, distributed audio systems, and vocal ecology. His work consistently bridges artistic practice with technological innovation and scientific inquiry into perceptual phenomena.

Angela Finnمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Fashion Design
• Sustainable Fashion
• Textile Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Angela Finn is a Senior Lecturer at RMIT University in the Department of Fashion & Textiles , City Campus, Australia. With expertise in sustainable fashion design , fashion manufacturing , and practice-led research , she focuses on design methodology and knowledge transfer in fashion education. Teaching Interests : Fashion Design, Sustainable Fashion & Textiles, Design/Research Methodology Research Emphasis : Sustainable design strategies, technological integration in textiles, historical design adaptation Her 15 most recent publications explore themes like minimization in fashion design , luxury sustainability , and virtual teaching resources . Key subtopics include zero-waste design , regional manufacturing , and UV-protective textiles for health applications. Supervision Availability : Open to mentoring Masters or PhD students in sustainable fashion and textiles research.

Martin Richمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Management Education
• Educational Technology
• Pedagogical Scholarship
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Martin Rich is an Associate Professor in Information Technology at Bayes Business School, part of City St George's, University of London. He holds a BSc from Birkbeck, an MBA and PhD from City University London, and completed the 'Leaders in Learning and Teaching' program (2018–2019). His research focuses on management education innovation, particularly addressing challenges posed by rapid technological and societal changes. He has pioneered approaches to integrate formal and informal learning, leveraging technology to enhance engagement and adaptability in management education. Key research interests include personalized education, millennials' learning needs, and leveraging AI and interactive technologies in post-pandemic teaching. He has supervised students like Richard Jones (PhD in Economics of SAP) and Ibrahim Dawoud (Knowledge Management). Rich has been a Course Director for the BSc Business Management program since 2012 and actively contributes to editorial boards of journals like the Electronic Journal of Business Research Methods . His awards include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2016). Recent work explores generative AI in education and student use of interactive tech in lectures. Rich’s publications span over 25 years, emphasizing pedagogical innovation, simulation-based learning, and reflective practices in business education.

James Newtonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Cinema Studies
• Exploitation Cinema
• Underground Film Culture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. James Newton is a Lecturer in Media and Film Practice at the University of Kent's Arts at Kent school. He specializes in the intersection of film form and content, with a focus on cult/exploitation cinema, anarchist influences in film, and radical politics. His academic work includes The Mad Max Effect (2021) and The Anarchist Cinema (2019). As a filmmaker, he has directed feature films Black Lizard Tales (2020) and Katernica (2022), currently in post-production on When the Sun Stands Still (2024). His podcast Newton Talks explores film culture and features interviews with industry professionals. Teaching responsibilities include modules on digital storytelling, media production, and sound design in cinema. Supervision focuses on cult/exploitation cinema, guerrilla filmmaking, and political aspects of film. His research examines transnational exploitation cycles, anarchist theory applications, and underground film culture preservation. Publications span peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and academic monographs analyzing genre cinema trends, representation politics, and animation's sociopolitical dimensions. His work bridges academic analysis with creative practice, emphasizing micro-budget filmmaking methodologies and subversive storytelling techniques.

• Bullying Prevention
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Public Health History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sally A Kuykendall is a Professor in the Department of Health Sciences at Saint Joseph’s University, where she has served since 2004 (holding roles including Department Chair from 2011–2015). A former critical care nurse with multidisciplinary academic training (PhD in Health Studies from Temple University, MS in Health Education from Saint Joseph’s University, and BSc in Chemistry/Biology from the University of Plymouth), her work spans bullying prevention, scientific misconduct analysis, and trauma-informed care. She led a nine-year bullying prevention study and authored seminal works like Skewed Studies (2020), exposing flaws in health/psychology research. Her research also examines family violence, adverse childhood experiences, and firearm-related youth behavior. Professional experience includes clinical roles at SmithKline Beecham Pharmaceuticals and Abington Hospital, alongside adjunct/visiting professorships at Temple University and Saint Joseph’s University. She has secured over $3 million in grants for initiatives like the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program implementation and Healthy Lessons for Urban Youth. Awards include the Teaching Excellence Award (2003) and Crystal Community Impact Award (1996). Her recent focus includes creative problem-solving research and book projects addressing institutional responses to whistleblowing. Key contributions include evidence-based bullying prevention frameworks, trauma-informed care protocols, and critiques of unethical research practices across health and psychology disciplines.

Adam Pactonمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Composition Theory
• Pedagogy
• Writing Program Administration
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Adam Pacton is an Associate Teaching Professor at Arizona State University's College of Integrative Sciences and Arts, where he serves as the Dean's Fellow for AI Literacy and Integration and the English 105 Course Coordinator in the Writers' Studio. He has been at ASU since January 2016, contributing significantly to online education through MOOCs and innovative writing instruction. Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2015) M.A. in English, East Tennessee State University (2009) B.A. in Philosophy, Marquette University (2001) His research and teaching focus on bridging personalization and scale in writing instruction. Key areas include composition theory, pedagogy, writing program administration, disability studies, and multimodal composition. He is deeply engaged in online, hybrid, and MOOC-based education, emphasizing accessibility and innovation. His recent publications and presentations reflect a strong interest in scalable writing instruction, grammar pedagogy, and inclusive composition practices. Themes across his work include educational access, peer tutoring, and the integration of technology in writing education. ASU President's Award for Innovation (2017, 2021) Society for Disability Studies Tanis Doe Prize (2013) University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Distinguished Graduate Student Fellowship (2013) James A. Sappenfield Fellowship (2012) Dr. Pacton has advised on the development of Study Hall and Crash Course YouTube playlists and has served on multiple university committees related to composition and faculty hiring. He is also active in editorial roles, including as a reviewer for Pedagogy and copyeditor for Queen City Writers . He leads initiatives in writing assessment and curriculum development, particularly in large-scale and online contexts. He has coordinated writing programs at multiple institutions and is involved in the assessment redesign and online composition instruction. His service includes leadership in writing centers, curriculum committees, and faculty development workshops.

• Deaf Studies
• Audism
• Sign Language Literature
• +۷ مورد دیگر

H-Dirksen Bauman is a Professor of Deaf Studies at Gallaudet University, affiliated with the Arts and Humanities School. His work centers on Deaf cultural studies, audism, and the intersection of disability studies with broader sociocultural frameworks. He has contributed significantly to redefining academic discourse through concepts like 'Deaf Gain,' emphasizing the value of deafness as a mode of human diversity rather than a deficit. Bauman’s research spans sign language literature, sensory politics, and architectural design for Deaf communities (DeafSpace). He has taught courses such as Language, Culture, and Power and Enforcing Normalcy: Deaf and Disability Studies , reflecting his commitment to critical pedagogy. His scholarly contributions include foundational texts on audism and co-editing Deaf Gain: Raising the Stakes for Human Diversity . He has held leadership roles including Director of ASL Connect and advisor to the Deaf Studies Digital Journal. Awards include the Maryland State Arts Council’s Independent Artist Award and recognition for bilingual literary works. His work bridges academia, artistry, and activism to challenge ableist norms and advocate for deaf-centered frameworks in education, architecture, and policy.

• English Literature
• Deaf Education
• Multicultural Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dolphia Butler is an Assistant Professor in the Language, Education, and Culture school at Gallaudet University. Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as English Language Study , Introduction to Public and Professional Writing , and Intro to African-American Literature . She has served as an Open House Facilitator and MacDougall Creative Writing Contest Judge, and currently holds roles like Associate Editor of Watchung Review and member of the Graduate Student Advisory Committee (GSAC). Her research focuses on intersections of Deaf identity, multicultural education, and literary analysis. Recent work explores Deaf representation in media (e.g., A Quiet Place ), feedback processes for d/Deaf/HoH students, and BIPOC CODA perspectives. Professional affiliations include the National Council of Teachers of English and Popular Culture Association. Advising: Supervised 1 undergraduate advisee (2023) Committee Roles: Peer Evaluator for Review/Promotion/Tenure, Judge for Professional Writing Contests Professional Development: Completed Bilingual Approach Seminar, CITI Program, Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing

• Art Education
• Visual Arts
• Painting
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr hab. Barbara Niścior, currently an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Painting and Drawing within the Faculty of Arts at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University , has dedicated her career to Art Education and Visual Arts . Born in 1995, she graduated from the University's Artistic Education Institute and has worked at the Faculty of Arts since 1998. Specializes in educational art projects and cultural animation Active internationally with 140+ collective exhibitions and 8 solo shows Recipient of 6 international awards and 2 significant medals Her research focuses on creative pedagogy , student-led art projects , and interdisciplinary collaborations with Earth Sciences departments. She has co-authored three collective monographs and published multiple book chapters since 2013, emphasizing practical applications of art education. Scientific Honors: Bronze Medal for Long Service (President of Poland) Lublin 700th Anniversary Medal Multiple international painting competition awards As an artist and educator, she has mentored over 30 student projects in Cultural Animation , including installations for Lublin's Night of Culture events from 2014 to 2022. Her work often intersects with environmental themes, evidenced by projects like 'EKO-MODA' and 'Żywioły w cyklu Ziemi'.

Olga Fotakopoulouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Developmental Psychology
• Socio-Cognitive Development
• Emotional Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Olga Fotakopoulou is an Associate Professor in Developmental Psychology at Birmingham City University (BCU), serving as Academic Lead for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Athena Swan Lead. Her research focuses on human development from infancy to adolescence, with a particular emphasis on socio-cognitive, emotional, and prosocial development. She has over 15 years of experience in developmental psychology research and counseling across clinical and educational settings. Olga teaches modules such as Lifespan Development (online MSc program) and supervises MSc Psychology Dissertations. Her work explores the impact of technology on children, including touchscreen use and digital media's role in education and childhood development. Research interests include technology's influence on early learning, cross-cultural studies in early childhood education, and interdisciplinary approaches to youth mental health. She has contributed to projects analyzing pandemic effects on children’s routines and the digital divide in mathematics education. Olga’s publications span topics like creative arts therapy for adolescent health and rhythmanalysis in cultural contexts. She actively addresses equity in education through her teaching roles and institutional leadership. Advising and grants: While no specific grants are listed, she leads courses and collaborates on projects focusing on inclusive education and technology integration. Her work emphasizes student-centered learning and preparing students for critical thinking and collaboration in diverse settings.

Elana Schlenkerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Graphic Design
• Visual Communication
• Typography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Elana Schlenker is a Lecturer in the Image Text Ithaca low-residency MFA program at Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning since 2016. As principal of Studio Elana Schlenker (founded 2011), she leads a medium-agnostic design practice while co-running the cooperative studio Out of Office with Mark Pernice. Her work bridges academia and professional design through initiatives like Gratuitous Type magazine and the gender wage parity project Less Than 100. Schlenker's research centers on graphic design as a vehicle for social commentary, particularly gender equity in creative industries. She explores typographic innovation, visual identity systems for cultural institutions, and the intersection of image/text in digital and print media. Her practice demonstrates how design methodologies can address political and wellness themes through Visual identity , Branding , and Art direction projects. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal a focus on modular design systems for art institutions and publishers, with heavy emphasis on interactive web experiences and context-specific typography . She frequently collaborates with photographers and galleries, translating complex narratives into visual communication frameworks that challenge traditional publishing formats. Awards received: Young Gun by The One Club for Creativity (2015) Print Magazine New Visual Artist (2013) In her academic role, Schlenker mentors MFA students in visual communication and design research. Her studio practice operates as a de facto research lab funded through high-profile client contracts with cultural institutions including Walker Art Center, Carnegie Museum of Art, and The New York Times. These projects serve as live case studies for her pedagogy. Schlenker directs Studio Elana Schlenker as her primary creative laboratory, with Out of Office functioning as a collaborative platform. She maintains long-term partnerships with specialists like Maria Adelaide (interactive design) and Élise Rigollet (editorial design), forming interdisciplinary teams for projects spanning academia, art, and technology sectors.

Anu Kajamaaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Adult Education
• Collective Learning
• Sociocultural Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Anu Kajamaa, PhD, is an Adjunct Professor and Principal Investigator in the Faculty of Educational Sciences at the University of Helsinki, Finland. She also holds positions as an Honorary Professor at the University of Exeter's College of Social Sciences and International Studies (UK) and as a Visiting Associate Professor at Aalto University in both the School of Business (Department of Management Studies) and the School of Arts, Design and Architecture (Department of Media). She serves as Co-Leader of the Learning, Culture and Interventions (LECI) expert group and Vice Director of the Doctoral Program of School, Education, Society and Culture (SEDUCE). Dr. Kajamaa's research focuses on collective learning, creativity, organization and management, continuous learning, and change through interprofessional working and formative interventions. She is an expert in sociocultural- and practice-based theories, qualitative research methods, and participatory intervention techniques, particularly cultural historical activity theory and the Change Laboratory method. Her work spans multiple contexts including primary schools, teacher education, prisons, health and social care, and entrepreneurship hubs. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward educational innovation through makerspaces and the integration of technology in learning environments. The research shows increasing focus on AI-mediated learning processes, relational expertise development, and collaborative innovation practices across educational settings. Her work consistently applies sociocultural theoretical frameworks to examine how learning occurs in complex, real-world contexts. 2023: The Royal Society of Medicine and Center for the Advancement of Interprofessional Education Practitioners Award, UK 2022: Early Career Award, American Educational Research Association (AERA) 2021: The Clinical Teacher Journal Impact Award 2020: Editor's Choice Award (BERA and BJET) 2015: The Adult Educator of the Year, University of Helsinki Dr. Kajamaa has secured significant research funding including an EU HORIZON 2020-MSCA-RISE project on collaborative working between correctional and mental health services, an Erasmus+ KA205 Strategic Partnerships project on media literacy, and an Academy of Finland-funded project on makerspaces. She coordinates the Nordic Research Network on Digitalising Childhoods and is a member of the Playful Learning Center ecosystem. As one of the founders of the European Centre of Excellence in Qualitative Study and Inquiry in Training and Education, she has established herself as a leader in qualitative educational research methodology. Her international research collaborations span institutions including University College London, McGill University, Columbia University, and the University of Oulu. She has been a visiting researcher at numerous institutions worldwide including UC Berkeley, ESSEC Business School, and the University of Exeter. Her work with the Playful Learning Center and the Nordic-Baltic ISCAR network demonstrates her commitment to advancing educational research through international collaboration.

Nan Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Art Education
• Chinese Brush Painting
• Cross-Cultural Art Expression
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nan Liu is a Professor at Florida A&M University (FAMU) since 2020, with prior academic ranks including Associate Professor (2014-2020), Assistant Professor (2010-2014), and Visiting Assistant Professor (2007-2010). He holds a Ph.D. and MFA from Florida State University , MA in Art Education from University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Capital Normal University , and BFA in Chinese Painting from Nan Kai University . Research Interests focus on cross-cultural art education, Chinese brush painting adaptation in the US, and figurative/landscape art pedagogy. His work bridges Eastern traditional techniques with Western contemporary practices, emphasizing natural expression and cultural synthesis. Exhibitions include 21 solo shows and 128 group exhibitions across the US and China, with awards from Sumi-e Society of America, St. Augustine Art Association, and Gadsden Arts Center. Scientific Awards include: Best of Show Calligraphy, Sumi-e Society (2023) Teacher of the Year, FAMU (2021-2022) Founder’s Award for Painting, Sumi-e Society (2022) Multiple regional competition awards Publications encompass translated textbooks and original research on US-China art education comparison. Grants include FAMU Faculty Research Awards and travel grants for academic presentations.

• Healthcare Education
• Vocational Pedagogy
• Learning Effectiveness
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Bettina Glunde is a faculty member at the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences , Department 4: Social Work & Health. She specializes in healthcare education, vocational pedagogy, and aging-related care innovations. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, qualitative research, and technology integration in nursing education. Current research focuses on interdisciplinary housing counseling (ProWoB project) and robot-assisted elder care (Pepper robot study). She leads international educational initiatives like the Erasmus Winterschool and Summerschool programs. Her publications span topics including project management in PhD research , interprofessional curricula , and media competency for migrants . She is affiliated with academic organizations such as the German Society for Nursing Science and the German Society for Pedagogy .

Ysamur Flores-Penaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• African-based Religions in the New World
• Cultural Anthropology
• Religious Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ysamur Flores-Pena is an Associate Professor at Otis College of Art and Design, affiliated with the Creative Action department under Liberal Arts and Sciences. He specializes in African-based religions in the New World, with a focus on Lucumí (Santería) traditions, identity politics, and intercultural communication. Education: Ph.D., Folklore and Mythology, University of California, Los Angeles (1998) M.A., Folklore and Mythology, UCLA (1991) M.A., Education, Catholic University of Puerto Rico B.A., Hispanic Studies, University of Puerto Rico His research explores Afro-Caribbean ritual arts, sacred narratives, and the intersection of religion, aesthetics, and identity. He has published extensively on topics like Ifá divination, Yemaya altars, and Puerto Rican Spiritism, while his teaching spans courses on religious anthropology, cultural communication, and urban violence. Scientific Awards: UCLA Wayland D. Hand Award (1998) Arnold Rubin Award (1993) Project 88 Scholarship (1990-1994) Graduate Opportunity Fellowship (1989-1990) Otis Faculty Development Grants (multiple years) He has received recognition for his scholarship and teaching, including a certificate from the City of Venice and honors from UCLA and the American Folklore Society. His publications and exhibitions at institutions like the Fowler Museum and St. Louis Museum highlight his interdisciplinary approach to African diasporic cultures.