جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Judith McMullenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Family Law
• Child Protection Law
• Divorce Law
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Judith McMullen is a Professor of Law at Marquette University Law School, where she teaches Family Law, Adoption Law, Child Maltreatment, Trusts & Estates, and Lawyers & Mental Health. She holds a JD from Yale Law School and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University, enabling a unique interdisciplinary approach to legal scholarship. Her research centers on family law, child protection, divorce, and spousal support, integrating social science research into legal analysis. She has published widely on topics such as youth criminal records, will contests, child support for professional athletes, and the regulation of homeschooling. Professor McMullen’s recent publications span from 2018 to 1999, showing sustained scholarly engagement, particularly in law reviews like the Marquette Sports Law Review , Wisconsin Journal of Law, Gender & Society , and Loyola University Chicago Law Journal . Her work consistently explores the intersection of law with social norms, psychology, and public policy. She has served on the Wisconsin Board of Bar Examiners, chairing it in 2019, and is a member of the Wisconsin Bar. She previously practiced estate planning at Sidley & Austin in Chicago and was a Teaching Fellow at DePaul College of Law. Advisor, Children & Family Law Society, Marquette Law School Member, Wisconsin Bar She advises students and contributes to legal education through empirical studies and policy analysis, particularly in divorce and pro se representation. Her work reflects a commitment to justice, family stability, and evidence-based legal reform. Professor McMullen has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. She is actively engaged in research, teaching, and professional service with no indication of retirement or part-time status.

Sarah Fergusonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Research Methodology
• STEM Education
• Statistical Analysis
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah Ferguson is an Associate Professor in Educational Research at Rowan University's College of Education. As an applied methodologist, she specializes in advanced research methods and statistical analysis applied to educational contexts. Her research focuses on STEM education pathways, quantitative methodology, and educational technology evaluation. Research interests include STEM career development, educational game design, research synthesis methods, and diversity in quantitative research. Current projects explore virtual reality for STEM career exploration and intelligent tutoring systems for engineering education. Publications demonstrate strong methodological focus with applications in STEM education equity, technology-enhanced learning, and research synthesis. Recent work emphasizes mixed-methods approaches, virtual learning environments, and inclusive STEM pathways.

• Behavioral Genetics
• Developmental Psychology
• Child Mental Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jody Ganiban is a Professor specializing in Clinical/Developmental Psychology, focusing on the interplay between genetic factors and environmental influences on child and family outcomes. Her work examines how temperament, parenting behaviors, and externalizing/internalizing symptoms are shaped by both inherited and contextual factors. She directs undergraduate psychology advising and has extensive involvement in the NIH-funded ECHO program, studying diverse cohorts to understand developmental trajectories in health and behavior. Education: Ph.D., University of Rochester (1993). Research emphasizes behavioral genetics, prenatal exposures, family dynamics, and the role of socioeconomic factors in child development. Key projects include investigating autism etiology, obesity trajectories, and mental health disparities using large-scale longitudinal data. Her studies often employ adoption designs to disentangle genetic and environmental contributions to psychopathology and resilience. Recent publications highlight her expertise in maternal-child health, environmental toxins, and pandemic impacts on youth wellbeing. Dr. Ganiban collaborates widely, contributing to policy-relevant research on asthma, nutrition, and social media effects in pediatric populations.

Bernadette Sánchezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Youth Mentoring
• Urban Adolescents' Development
• Racial/Ethnic Identity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bernadette Sánchez is the President’s Distinguished Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Illinois at Chicago. As a first-generation college student, she focuses on mentoring relationships and the positive development of urban, low-income adolescents of color, particularly Latinx and African-American youth. Her work examines formal/natural mentoring, resilience in marginalized youth, and racial/ethnic identity processes. Education: PhD, MA, BA in Psychology (University of Illinois at Chicago & Fairfield University) Her research bridges racial discrimination, cultural mistrust, and educational outcomes, emphasizing cultural humility training for mentors. Current projects explore STEM mentoring and cultural humility interventions. She has published extensively in developmental psychology and community psychology journals. Recent article trends highlight cross-racial mentoring dynamics, STEM identity formation for youth of color, and systemic barriers in educational systems. She investigates how mentoring mediates racial trauma and supports critical consciousness. Scientific awards include: Distinguished Fellow, William T. Grant Foundation Fellow, Society for Community Research & Action Grants from NIH, NSF, and William T. Grant Foundation fund her mentoring research. She teaches courses on human development and Latinx perspectives, mentored graduate students, and collaborates with the DREAM Research Team.

Claire Lindsayمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Healthcare Supply Chains
• Operational Improvement
• Sustainable Procurement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Claire Lindsay is an Associate Professor in Supply Chain at Heriot-Watt University, affiliated with the School of Social Sciences and Edinburgh Business School. She serves as Head of Research for the Marketing and Operations Department (on sabbatical 2024-25), focusing on Research Strategy, Governance, and Staff Development. Her expertise spans healthcare supply chains, operational improvement, and sustainable procurement, particularly analyzing how legal/policy initiatives translate into procurement practices. She teaches Global Procurement and Operations Management at post-graduate levels. Education: PhD in healthcare improvement (2016), prior to which she worked in FMCG and retail supply chain roles. Professional activities include roles with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) and former leadership in the British Academy of Management’s Operations, Logistics & Supply Chain Management SIG (2018–2022). Research interests emphasize public sector improvement, sustainability in procurement, and resilient supply chains. Current projects explore diversity integration in procurement. Her work bridges academic research with practitioner engagement, collaborating with NHS Scotland/England, National Services Scotland, and Scottish Courts. Awards include Best Developmental Paper (2018, 2012), Best Development Paper 2020, and Highly Commended Development Paper (2019). She actively participates in workshops/webinars on sustainability, academic-practitioner relations, and editorial activities. Advising: Open to PhD students in public sector improvement, sustainable procurement, and resilient supply chains. Grants and funding details not explicitly listed but implied through research collaboration engagements. Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary research teams addressing healthcare operations, sustainable logistics, and policy-implementation gaps in supply chain management.

• Applied Economics
• Econometrics
• Marketing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Stuart Thomas is affiliated with the Department of Economics Finance & Marketing at RMIT University's City Campus, Australia. His academic role is Associate Professor, focusing on research areas including applied economics, econometrics, marketing strategy, and public policy. His teaching interests encompass derivatives, risk management, and risk in power markets. He supervises projects exploring blockchain in finance, oil price impacts on stock markets, and asset pricing models. Research fields span commercial services, strategy, and organizational behavior, alongside sociology and media studies. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, addressing topics such as policy administration and health psychology. No specific awards or grants are explicitly noted in the provided materials.

Marta Francesconiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Biomarkers and Mental Health Prediction
• Inflammation and Behavioral Outcomes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Marta Francesconi is an Associate Professor at University College London's IOE - Department of Psychology and Human Development. She joined IOE in 2017 as a Research Associate, progressing to Lecturer (2021-2024) before her current role. Her work focuses on identifying biomarkers predictive of mental health issues in children and adolescents, particularly examining the role of inflammation, adverse life events, and the built environment. She teaches modules on the Psychology with Education BSc and contributes to the Child Development MSc and Professional Educational, Child and Adolescent Psychology DEdPsy programs. Dr Francesconi holds a PhD in Clinical-Experimental Neuroscience from Sapienza University of Rome, with postdoctoral training at UC San Diego. Her research integrates clinical psychology, immunology, and environmental science, addressing societal challenges like climate change and urban design impacts. Key themes include stress-inflammation pathways, decision-making in eating disorders, and urban environments' cognitive effects. She has published in high-impact journals such as Brain, Behavior, and Immunity and Psychological Medicine . Her interdisciplinary approach bridges basic science and clinical practice, aiming to improve early interventions for mental health. She emphasizes London's multicultural environment as a critical asset for her work, fostering collaborations across disciplines and institutions.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Accessibility and Inclusive Design
• Assistive Technologies
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Kirsten Ellis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Centred Computing at Monash University's Faculty of Information Technology. Her work bridges creative technology and social impact, focusing on designing accessible systems for people with diverse abilities. She leads research in human-computer interaction, inclusive design, and STEM engagement for marginalized communities. PhD in Information Technology, Monash University (2008) Masters of IT (Research), Monash University (2002) Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Management, Deakin University (1995) Her research centers on inclusive technology , with key themes in accessibility for people with intellectual, sensory, and developmental disabilities , sign language education , early childhood technology interaction , and digital health . She pioneers the use of maker technologies—such as eTextiles, conductive blocks, and modified consumer devices—to create engaging, hands-on STEM experiences for all. Her work emphasizes co-design with communities and real-world impact, particularly through mobile makerspaces like the MakerVan. Recent publications highlight her contributions to accessible gallery experiences, telehealth rehabilitation, WaterHCI, and inclusive education tools. Her research outputs are frequently published in top-tier venues such as CHI, ASSETS, and ICCHP, reflecting strong engagement with the global accessibility and HCI communities. Good Design Award, Social Impact (2024) Eureka Prize for STEM Inclusion (2022) Women in Tech – Social Impact Advocacy Award (2023) 2nd prize, Make: Amazing Maker Awards - Education category (2022) Kirsten has led multiple competitive research grants, including projects on accessible making, online inquiry learning, and digital health. She supervises research students and collaborates widely across disciplines. She also contributes to education as Chief Examiner for FIT3149 Maker Lab and lecturer in website authoring, industry-based learning, and IT professional practice. Her lab initiatives, such as the MakerVan, deliver STEM outreach directly to disability communities across Victoria, emphasizing equity and empowerment.

• Financial Accounting
• Earnings Quality
• Disclosure and Transparency
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ram Venkataraman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Accounting at the College of Business, The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where he has been a faculty member since 2013. Prior to joining UTA, he served as an Assistant Professor at Southern Methodist University (2007–2013) and the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management (2001–2007). He holds a PhD from Pennsylvania State University (2001) and a BS from the University of Madras. PhD, Pennsylvania State University, 2001 BS, University of Madras (RKM Vivekananda College), 1984 Dr. Venkataraman’s research centers on financial accounting, with a focus on earnings quality, disclosure practices, audit quality, goodwill impairment, and analyst forecasting behavior. His work investigates how financial reporting standards and corporate decisions impact information transparency and capital market outcomes. He has published in leading journals such as The Accounting Review , Contemporary Accounting Research , Review of Accounting Studies , and Journal of Accounting, Auditing & Finance . His recent research explores the effects of R&D reporting rules on firm efficiency and the timeliness of analysts’ forecasts. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on financial reporting transparency, regulatory impacts, and information asymmetry. His work spans both empirical archival studies in accounting and interdisciplinary research in pediatric critical care, indicating collaborative engagement beyond his core discipline. The dominant keywords across his articles include financial accounting, disclosure, earnings quality, and audit practices, with sub-fields such as goodwill impairment, R&D reporting, analyst forecast timeliness, and corporate governance. Dr. Venkataraman has received several honors for his teaching and mentorship, including: Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award, College of Business, UTA (May 2024) COB Outstanding PhD Mentor Award, UTA College of Business (April 2023) MBA Outstanding Teaching Award, Southern Methodist University (2010) He has actively advised numerous doctoral and master’s students, serving as dissertation committee chair, co-chair, or member for over 15 graduate students. His service includes leadership as Department Chair of Accounting at UTA (since 2018), editorial roles such as Journal Editor for the Journal of Contemporary Accounting and Economics , and extensive peer-review activities for top accounting journals. He has also secured research funding, including a PwC Inquires Research Grant in 2011. His professional affiliations include the American Accounting Association and Financial Executives International. Dr. Venkataraman is deeply integrated into academic and professional networks, serving on multiple university, college, and departmental committees, including the PhD Committee, Scholarship Committee, and Student Success Task Force. He has organized workshops and contributed to strategic initiatives in tech-mediated education delivery. His public engagement includes serving on the TCC Connect Campus Accounting Program Advisory Council and as a guest speaker at UTA’s CPE day.

Farah Qureshiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social epidemiology
• Cardiovascular epidemiology
• Mental health
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Farah Qureshi , ScD, MHS '10, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health . As a social epidemiologist, she investigates the early life origins of cardiovascular health disparities and the interplay between social environments, mental health, and chronic disease risk. Education: ScD from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2019), MHS from Johns Hopkins (2010), BA from Johns Hopkins University (2008) Her research applies positive youth development theory to examine how psychosocial assets (psychological well-being, family relationships, social capital) influence health trajectories from adolescence to adulthood. She specializes in longitudinal data analysis using cohorts like Add Health, Nurses' Health Study, and Generation R. Recent work connects mental health with physical health outcomes across the lifespan. As a methodological expert, Dr. Qureshi has published 29 peer-reviewed works (including 15 since 2021) on topics spanning body mass index , depressive symptoms , prosocial behavior , and social determinants of cardiometabolic disease . Her 2025 Health Psychology study on Millennium Cohort data demonstrates lifelong impacts of childhood social environments. Scientific Recognition : 2020-2022 NHLBI Loan Repayment Program Recipient 2020 Tulane Telomere Research Network Pilot Award 2020 American Psychosomatic Society Young Investigator Colloquium 2017 Harvard Lee Kum Sheung Center Dissertation Award Dr. Qureshi teaches Life Course Perspectives on Health and Adolescent Health and Development courses, mentoring students in life course epidemiology and psychosocial health modeling . Her work bridges mental health , social capital , and cardiometabolic disease prevention across diverse international cohorts.

• Organizational Behavior
• Strategic Human Resource Management
• Career Development Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

JUNG, Yuhee is Professor at Waseda University’s School of Social Sciences (Faculty of Social Sciences) where he has taught since April 2020. Holding a Doctorate in Business Administration, he previously served as Associate Professor at Ritsumeikan University and Professor at Gakushuin University. He is an editorial board member of the Asia Pacific Journal of Management and has chaired the Association of Japanese Business Studies annual conference. Education: Doctor of Business Administration (Ph.D.) Research Interests: Jung’s work integrates micro-organizational behavior with strategic HRM, emphasizing career development, newcomer socialization, top-management diversity, and cross-cultural comparisons between Japan and Korea. Recent projects examine how HR attributions shape older-worker engagement, how “reading the air” ( kuuki-wo-yomu ) affects Japanese workplaces, and what triggers the first appointments of women executives in Japanese firms. Publication Trends: Across 15 recent articles (2009-2025) his scholarship tracks three dominant streams: (1) employee career self-management and organizational support across the lifespan, (2) diversity attributes of top-management teams (age, tenure, gender) and their performance outcomes, and (3) nuanced social-exchange mechanisms linking HR practices (training, family-friendly policies) to attitudinal and behavioral outcomes in Japanese and Korean samples. Scientific Awards: Conference Excellence Award, Japan Association of Administrative Science (2023) JAIOP 3rd Best Paper Award (2023) EURAM OB SIG Best Paper Runner-up (2019) AJBS / Palgrave Macmillan Best Paper Awards (2017, 2019 runner-up) Emerald Literati Network Awards for Excellence (2017) Multiple best-paper awards from AJBS, Academy of Management OB Division, and Japanese academic societies (2007-2016) Grants & Projects: JSPS KAKENHI (B) “Integrative research on gig-work careers” (2025-29, Principal Investigator) JSPS KAKENHI (B) “Sustainability paradigm HRM” (2023-27, Co-I) JSPS KAKENHI (B) “Organizational attractiveness and recruitment” (2021-25, PI) JSPS KAKENHI (B) “Minority executives and firm performance” (2020-25, Co-I) Internal Special Research Projects on older-worker engagement, learning orientation, and COVID-19 career shifts (2020-24) Labs & Teams: Jung leads an active OB/HRM lab at Waseda that collaborates with a cross-university network (Takeuchi at Gakushuin, Tanikawa at Seikei, Kim at KUBS) on JSPS-funded projects; the group hosts international workshops and doctoral seminars each semester.

• Serious Games
• Digital Cultural Heritage
• Extended Reality (XR)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Vedad Hulusic serves as Associate Professor and Deputy Head of the Creative Technology Department within Bournemouth University's Faculty of Science and Technology. He previously held positions as Assistant Professor at University Sarajevo School of Science and Technology and Post-doctoral Researcher at Télécom ParisTech, and acted as REF 2021 Output Champion for Computer Science and Informatics (UoA11). His academic credentials include: PhD in Engineering, University of Warwick, UK BSc in Computer Science, University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Hulusic's research spans serious games, digital cultural heritage, XR technologies, assistive technology, and cross-modal interaction. His work bridges computer graphics with real-world applications in education, healthcare, and cultural preservation, emphasizing user-centered design and accessibility. Recent projects focus on multi-user XR for cultural heritage and haptic interfaces for children with disabilities. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent innovation in XR applications for cultural heritage, with growing emphasis on accessibility and user experience. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration with museums, industry partners, and healthcare institutions, while maintaining technical rigor in image quality assessment and perceptual modeling. His scientific recognition includes: Four international best paper awards (CGVC 2023, EG GCH 2021, EG GCH 2018, ACM SCCG 2008) Innovative Value Award (Kingston University London, 2023) Vice Chancellor Scholarship (University of Warwick, 2007) Hulusic actively mentors PhD candidates including Zhenhao Tian, Ethan Southall, Nicholas Lindfield, and Wenjun Liu, focusing on XR and serious games applications. His funded projects include the HEIF-supported 'Feeling the UNfelt (FUN)' assistive technology initiative and current industry collaboration with Noho Ltd on multi-user XR. He has participated in EU frameworks including V-MusT.net and HDRi projects, demonstrating sustained success in securing competitive research funding. As core member of Bournemouth's Centre for Computer Graphics (CCG) and Studio for Games and Animation Technology (SGAT), he drives collaborative research with cultural institutions and industry partners to advance digital heritage preservation and accessible technology design.

Kathleen Brisenoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Special Education
• Teacher Preparation
• Special Education Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kathleen Briseno serves as Professor of Special Education and Program Leader for Special Education at Concordia University Chicago's College of Education. With over twenty years of professional experience spanning special/general education teaching, school administration, behavioral specialization, and educational consulting for schools, agencies, and law firms, she provides expert guidance to the Illinois State Board of Education and State of Illinois on special education policy. Her academic credentials include: EdD in Teaching & Learning from Northern Illinois University MSEd in Curriculum & Supervision from Northern Illinois University BAEd in Special Education & Elementary Education from Northeastern Illinois University AA in Educational Studies (Minor in Humanities) from Wright College Post Graduate Work & Administrative Internship from Loyola University Dr. Briseno's research centers on improving educational outcomes through teacher preparation, special education law, early intervention, behavior management, and data-driven instructional practices. Her expertise in creating instructional coherence bridges theoretical frameworks with classroom implementation, particularly emphasizing the 'whole child' approach to education. She actively develops strategies for integrating social-emotional learning with academic standards while addressing systemic challenges in special education. Her publication portfolio reveals consistent focus on critical special education issues including twice-exceptional learners, Response to Intervention frameworks, teacher well-being, and family-school collaboration. The works demonstrate evolving emphasis on holistic educational models that balance state standards with individual student needs, while addressing contemporary challenges like bullying prevention and college transition support for students with disabilities. Notable honors include: Volunteer of the Year from Oak-Leyden Developmental Services (2020) ILASCD's Whole Child Award (2019) Three-time Part-Time Faculty of the Year from College of DuPage (1997, 2008, 2009) ISBE's Those Who Excel Award (2011) Multiple recognitions including Who's Who listings and Rotary International Education Honor As Golden Apple Scholar Liaison, IRB Committee Member, and Council of Exceptional Children Faculty Advisor, Dr. Briseno mentors future educators while serving as dissertation reader and administrator mentor. Her community engagement spans DuPage County Regional Office of Education, DuPage Family Disability Network, and Special Olympics, reflecting commitment to translating research into practical support for families navigating educational systems.

Mona Abo-Zenaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Religion and Spirituality in Child Development
• Cultural Funds of Knowledge
• Family Engagement
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mona Abo-Zena serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction within the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Her work integrates research, theory, and practice to support children and families from diverse backgrounds through an asset-based lens while addressing contextual challenges. Her educational foundation includes a PhD in Applied Child Development from Tufts University, an EdM in Administration, Planning, and Social Policy from Harvard University, and a BA in Sociology from the University of Chicago. Professor Abo-Zena's research centers on religion and spirituality as intersectional dimensions of identity within child development, examining how these function as cultural funds of knowledge affecting learning. She investigates home-to-school connections, culturally responsive teacher preparation, and the experiences of minoritized communities—particularly Muslim youth navigating religious and gender identities. Her work balances critical analysis of structural challenges with affirmation of community strengths. Her publication record reveals consistent focus on decolonizing academic frameworks, spiritual development in early childhood, and Islamophobia's impact on Muslim children. These works span psychology, education, and social work disciplines, demonstrating interdisciplinary rigor through qualitative case studies and sociocultural analyses of religious identity formation. With over two decades of P-16 educational experience encompassing teaching, administration, and board service, Professor Abo-Zena bridges academic scholarship with practical application in teacher development and family engagement initiatives.

Serra Acarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Childhood Education
• Special Education
• Bilingual/Dual Language Learners
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Serra Acar is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Her work focuses on culturally responsive early childhood education, particularly for linguistically diverse and marginalized populations. She holds expertise in early intervention, bilingual/dual language learning, and executive function development in young children. Dr. Acar has contributed to international research on autism education in low-resource settings and refugee child development programs. Her research emphasizes family-centered approaches, including parental involvement in special education and assessment practices for diverse populations. She has investigated pandemic impacts on families of children with disabilities and innovative teaching strategies in remote learning environments. Dr. Acar’s work bridges theory and practice through collaborative solutions for infants with substance exposure, migrant Head Start programs, and urban early intervention training. Notable areas include translanguaging pedagogy in inclusive classrooms, longitudinal studies on preterm birth impacts, and global perspectives on early childhood intervention systems. Her publications address policy gaps in refugee education, linguistic assessment validity, and cross-cultural autism interventions.