جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Samantha Evansمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Human Resource Management
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Social Class and Workplace Inequality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Samantha Evans is a Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management (HRM) at Kent Business School, University of Kent. She also serves as the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Lead for the School and previously held the role of Programme Director for the MSc Human Resource Management. She is a member of the British Academy of Management and holds professional memberships with CIPD and CMI. Education: PhD in Human Resource Management, University of Greenwich Research Interests: Dr. Evans’s research is deeply rooted in HRM, with a strong emphasis on equality, diversity, and inclusion. She explores underexamined dimensions of workplace inequality, particularly focusing on social class as a legally unprotected characteristic. Her work also delves into the role of line managers in shaping employee experiences, the implementation of HR policies, and the intersection of work and life, including women's experiences of menopause in the workplace. Her research has attracted external funding, including a BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grant, and has informed policy discussions, particularly around reforming the UK Equality Act. Scientific Awards: Awarded the Athena Swan Bronze Award in 2020 as EDI Lead for Kent Business School Supervision & Grants: Dr. Evans supervises both current and past PhD students. Her current supervisee, Rebecca Ashley , is exploring the role of accents in workplace inequality. A past supervisee, Tejumade Siyanbola , examined HRM and employee turnover in SMEs. She has received funding from the British Academy/Leverhulme Trust and contributed to policy-oriented reports such as the British Psychological Society’s 2022 report on social class-based inequalities. Professional Roles: Dr. Evans is actively involved in academic service and policy engagement. She sits on the Chartered Association of Business School’s EDI Committee and contributes to peer review for journals and grant bodies.

Lesley McAraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology of Punishment
• Criminology
• Youth Crime
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lesley McAra is a Professor of Penology at the University of Edinburgh’s School of Law and Director of the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH). She has held leadership roles, including Assistant Principal for Community Relations and former Dean of the School of Law. Her research focuses on youth crime, juvenile justice, gender justice, and penal policy. She co-directs the Edinburgh Study of Youth Transitions and Crime, a longitudinal research project influencing youth justice policies in Scotland. McAra has been recognized with awards like the CBE and ESRC Prize for Policy Impact. She is also a co-editor of the Oxford Handbook of Criminology and founder of initiatives like the Leadership Foundation for Women in Law. Education : - Alumna of the University of Edinburgh - Open University Research Interests : - Sociology of punishment and law - Youth crime and juvenile justice - Gender justice and community well-being - Comparative criminal justice systems Awards : - Howard League Research Medal (2013) - Chancellor’s Award for Research Impact (2016) - ESRC Prize for Outstanding Public Policy Impact (2019) - CBE (2018) - Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (2021) Advising & Grants : - Supervised doctoral candidates in criminology - Secured funding from ESRC, Nuffield Foundation, and Scottish Government for the Edinburgh Study - Advises Scottish Government on youth justice and antisocial behavior Labs/Teams : - Edinburgh Study of Youth Transitions and Crime team - Empirical Legal Research Network - Collaboration with interdisciplinary groups at Edinburgh Futures Institute

Robert Laneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• EU Law
• Constitutional Law
• Administrative Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robert Lane is a Senior Lecturer in EU Law at the School of Law, University of Edinburgh. His expertise spans EU constitutional and administrative law, the jurisprudence of the European Court of Justice (ECJ), internal market law, and competition law. He holds a BA, MA, and PhD in Law. **Research Interests**: Dr. Lane's work focuses on the constitutional dynamics of the European Union, particularly the administrative and judicial frameworks governing EU institutions. He examines the methods and reasoning of the ECJ, the evolution of competition law post-Lisbon Treaty, and the interplay between EU law and national legal systems. His research also addresses contemporary issues such as the legal implications of the Scottish Independence Referendum and the impact of crises like the COVID-19 pandemic on EU legal frameworks. **Education**: PhD in Law MA in Law BA in Law **Advising and Grants**: No formal advisees or grants are listed in the provided information. His academic contributions are primarily through research publications and books. **Labs/Teams**: No specific research labs or collaborative teams are mentioned in the profile.

Yolande Boukaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Gender and security
• African politics
• African security
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Yolande Bouka is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Studies at Queen’s University in Kingston, Canada, where her research and teaching bridge International Relations, gender studies, and African security. Holding a Ph.D. in International Relations from American University and an M.A. from Seton Hall University, she previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, and as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the University of Denver. Education Ph.D., International Relations – American University M.A. – Seton Hall University Research Interests Dr Bouka’s scholarship interrogates the intersections of gender, political violence, and security in Africa. Her current multi-sited historical and political analysis examines female combatants in Southern Africa, while her forthcoming book manuscript In the Shadow of Prison explores power, identity, and transitional justice in post-genocide Rwanda. She is particularly interested in decolonial approaches to fieldwork ethics, non-state armed groups, and the gendered dimensions of conflict and peacebuilding. Across her publications—ranging from high-impact journals to policy briefs—three thematic strands are evident: (1) gendered political participation and violence in Kenya’s devolved system, (2) continental and international mediation efforts in the African Great Lakes region, and (3) critical reflections on race, positionality, and methodology in the study of African politics. Awards & Fellowships Fulbright Scholar Program Fellowship American Association of University Women Fellowship Grants, Advisory Roles & Field Experience Bouka’s research has been supported by competitive international grants and underpinned by extensive fieldwork. She currently sits on the Research Advisory Council of the RESOLVE Network, a global consortium dedicated to empirically grounded research on violent extremism. Between 2014 and 2016 she led the Conflict Prevention and Risk Analysis Division of the Institute for Security Studies in Nairobi, managing multi-country projects on peace and security in the Great Lakes Region. She has provided technical expertise and research support to USAID, the UK Department for International Development, the United Nations, the African Union, the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and the United States Institute of Peace. Labs & Research Teams While no formal laboratory is listed, Dr Bouka collaborates with a transnational network of scholars and policy institutes through the RESOLVE Network and maintains active partnerships with research centres across Africa, Europe, and North America.

• Public Administration
• Local Governments
• Local Government Finance
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Çiğdem AKMAN is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Mehmet Akif Ersoy University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. With a doctorate in Finance from Suleyman Demirel University (2015), she maintains active scholarly engagement evidenced by publications extending to 2025 and an H-index of 11 with 430 citations on Google Scholar. Her research focuses on Public Administration, Local Governments, Local Government Finance, and Institutional Trust , with recent work increasingly examining digital transformation in governance. Key thematic areas include smart city applications, AI in public services, and municipal digitalization strategies, reflecting evolving research interests toward technology-driven governance solutions. AKMAN's publication portfolio demonstrates strong output in both Turkish national journals (TR DİZİN indexed) and international venues (SCI-Expanded, Q2 journals). Her collaborative work spans comparative studies of local governments across Middle Eastern and European contexts, with particular attention to Turkey's municipal systems and international affiliations. Recent publications reveal a pronounced shift toward digital governance topics since 2020, aligning with global trends in public administration research. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, her extensive publication record across books, journal articles, and conference proceedings suggests substantial research activity. Her editorial work includes co-editing "Local Governments and Their Financial Structures in the World" (2021), indicating leadership in scholarly communication within her field.

• Austerity and Welfare Reform
• Labour Market Inclusion
• Devolution Policies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor David Etherington is a leading academic at the University of Staffordshire specializing in socio-economic policy, labour market inclusion, and welfare systems. His career spans over four decades with extensive research into austerity impacts, devolution initiatives, and the Danish welfare model. He has collaborated with institutions like UCL, Sheffield Hallam, and the London Borough of Islington on projects addressing work-based harms, unionization, and economic regeneration in former industrial areas. Education includes a PhD from the Open University (2004), MBA from Sheffield Polytechnic (1990), and earlier qualifications in town planning and Scandinavian studies. His research often bridges academic inquiry with policy engagement, evidenced by CAPE-funded work and submissions to parliamentary inquiries. Key focus areas include analyzing precarious work conditions, evaluating devolution outcomes for disadvantaged groups, and exploring 'just transition' frameworks for coalfield regions. Recent projects highlight Islington's employment challenges and Stoke-on-Trent's post-austerity poverty. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and contributes to the Social Security Consortium. Awards & Recognition Whatuni Student Choice Awards (2023) Research Excellence Framework 2021: 'World Leading' research ratings Times/Sunday Times Guide: Outstanding research impact Grants & Collaborations CAPE-funded Islington Employment Study (2024) EU-funded Danish welfare policy comparisons Multi-university coalfield austerity assessment (ongoing) His book Austerity, Welfare and Work (2020) remains a seminal text in socio-economic policy studies.

• White Collar Crime
• Corporate Crime
• Scottish Criminal Justice
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hazel Croall is a Lecturer in Criminology at Northumbria University , contributing to teaching, research, and selected projects. Her work focuses on white collar and corporate crime , Scottish criminal justice , race and policing , and social exclusion . She also provides guest lectures and serves as an external examiner/reviewer for multiple universities. Research and Publications: Hazel's research explores corporate crime sentencing, victimization, and social exclusion. Notable works include journal articles on economic crime , victimization , and devolution in Scotland , alongside book chapters addressing business crime , food crime , and social policy . She is updating her textbook Crime and Society in Britain and co-editing Crime and Criminal Justice in Scotland . External Academic Contributions: Hazel has acted as an external examiner and reviewer for universities, reflecting her expertise in criminological standards and curriculum development.

Olayinka Lewisمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Immigration Law
• Nationality Law
• Asylum Law
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Olayinka Lewis is a Senior Lecturer at Essex Law School, University of Essex. He holds a PhD in Law from the University of Aberdeen, specializing in legal pluralism and land/mineral ownership, alongside an LLM in Oil and Gas Law and an LLB (Hons). A Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and English-qualified solicitor, he specializes in UK Immigration Law, legal pluralism, customary law, and energy law. His current roles include Director of Community and Outreach at Essex Law School and Immigration Lead at the Essex Law Clinic. Education: PhD in Law, University of Aberdeen LLM in Oil & Gas Law, University of Aberdeen LLB (Hons) Research Interests: Lewis focuses on immigration, nationality, and asylum law, with interdisciplinary work on legal pluralism in land ownership and mineral rights. He explores customary law’s role in legal systems and energy law’s intersection with resource governance. Recent studies also address the UK’s migration policies and post-Brexit legal frameworks. Publications: His work spans legal critiques of migration policies, land rights in Nigeria, and interdisciplinary analyses (e.g., machine learning in mental health). Key themes include human rights implications of immigration laws and the tensions between legal systems. Awards & Grants: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Young Universities for the Future of Europe grant (2022) for Refugee Rights Awareness Professional Roles: Member of the Law Society of Scotland’s Immigration & Asylum Sub-committee, academic reviewer for Routledge, and External Examiner for Universities of Bradford and Wolverhampton. Active in societies like the Society of Legal Scholars and Law Society of England and Wales. Teaching & Outreach: Previously Academic Director of the Law Clinic at Robert Gordon University and Visiting Professor at ESC Clermont (2016–2019). Leads efforts to address access-to-justice gaps through clinical legal education.

• Sociology
• Social Policy
• Community Participation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Warren Smith is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Wolverhampton, contributing to the BA and MA Social Work Programmes. His teaching focuses on sociology, social policy, communities in context, and children & families law and practice. Areas of Expertise: Sociology, Social Policy, Community Participation, Sub-regional Governance, Children & Families Social Work Current doctoral research explores governance networks at the sub-regional level and their role in community engagement and health & wellbeing prioritization. Professional Memberships: Social Work England, Social Policy Association, Higher Education Academy (Fellowship) Contact: Warren.Smith@wlv.ac.uk | 01902 518417 | Room MC309, City Campus, WV1 1LY His research emphasizes devolution and governance networks' impact on community decision-making. He has presented at the Social Policy Association Conference (University of York, 2018) and maintains collaborations with Dr. Clare Williams and Dr. Michael Cunningham.

• British Politics
• Scottish Nationalism
• Devolution and Constitutional Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Coree Brown Swan is a Lecturer in Politics at the University of Stirling and Director of the Scottish Political Archive. Her research focuses on UK constitutional dynamics, particularly Scottish independence and union politics, post-Brexit governance, and devolution. She previously held roles at Queen's University Belfast and the Edinburgh-based Centre on Constitutional Change, and holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh. Her work explores intergovernmental relations, constitutional crises, and comparative nationalism. Recent projects include an ESRC-funded study on devolution at 25. She teaches Scottish/UK politics and qualitative methods, and regularly engages in parliamentary evidence and media commentary on constitutional issues. Key research themes include post-Brexit economic union challenges, Conservative Party strategies in Scotland/Wales, and narratives of Scottish nationalism. Over 28 scholarly outputs span constitutional law, crisis governance, and comparative multinational state analysis. Her advisory work includes contributions to UK/Scottish parliamentary inquiries and media analysis. Current focus areas include the UK Internal Market Act's implications for devolution and pandemic-era constitutional stress-testing.

• Political Theory
• Public Policy
• Labour Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr James Hickson serves as a Research Associate at the Heseltine Institute for Public Policy, Practice and Place, University of Liverpool, a role he assumed in 2021 after completing his PhD. His expertise lies at the intersection of political theory, philosophy, and economics, with a focus on urban and local policy challenges. Previously, he contributed to long-term economic strategy as a Research Officer for the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and gained international perspective through visiting positions at Harvard University, Humboldt University of Berlin, and the Royal Society of Arts. Hickson's educational foundation includes advanced degrees in political theory and international relations: PhD in Politics, University of York MA in Legal and Political Theory, University College London (UCL) BA in Politics and International Relations, Royal Holloway, University of London His research program critically examines three interwoven themes: (1) the future of work and labour market regulation through the lens of republican freedom (non-domination), particularly addressing insecure employment in the gig economy; (2) spatial inequality and local economic development, with attention to 'left behind' communities; and (3) local governance and democracy, analyzing the trajectory of English devolution. This work aims to bridge normative political theory with empirical policy analysis to advance concepts of freedom, equality, and justice in contemporary governance. Hickson's recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a consistent application of political theory to pressing policy issues. Key trends include rigorous critiques of 'levelling up' rhetoric, exploration of freedom in precarious work arrangements, and development of a local political theory framework. His interdisciplinary output—spanning academic journals, policy reports, and public commentary—engages with labour economics, urban studies, and democratic theory to inform both scholarly discourse and practical governance solutions. As a member of the Heseltine Institute, Hickson collaborates within a multidisciplinary research environment focused on place-based policy innovation. The institute serves as a hub for analyzing public policy challenges through the lens of geography, governance, and economic development, providing a platform for his research on localism and devolution.

Scott Greerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Policy
• European Union Policy
• Federalism and Social Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Scott L. Greer is a Professor of Health Management and Policy, Global Public Health, and Political Science (by courtesy) at the University of Michigan's School of Public Health. He also serves as a senior expert advisor on health governance for the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies. His research focuses on the politics of health policies, particularly the European Union's policies, federalism's impact on healthcare, and pandemic response strategies. Prior to joining the University of Michigan, he taught at University College London. He has authored numerous books, including European Union Public Health Policies (2013), Civil Society and Health (2017), and Federalism and Social Policy (2018). Greer holds a PhD in Political Science from Northwestern University (2003) and a BA from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1996). His research interests include the political dynamics of public health decisions, EU integration, disaster resilience, and the myth of aging societies' healthcare costs. He has led comparative studies on pandemic responses across 30+ countries and is currently investigating the political dimensions of healthy aging. Greer is affiliated with the Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia as a faculty member. Key publications emphasize EU health policy analysis, post-Brexit UK health challenges, and the role of science in policymaking. His work highlights governance structures, federalism's role in health systems, and the interplay between political systems and health outcomes. Greer teaches courses on comparative health policy, public health politics, and qualitative research methods.

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Child Welfare and Social Care
• Social Work Staff Well-being
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah Thompson is a Researcher at the Children's Social Care Research and Development Center (CASCADE) within Cardiff University's School of Social Sciences. Her work focuses on improving outcomes for autistic children in care, social work staff well-being, and evaluating social care interventions. Since 2019, she has led projects including evaluations of trauma-informed domestic abuse services, Schwartz Rounds for staff mental health, and devolved budget models in children's social care. Education PhD in Psychology, Cardiff University (2013–2017) MSc in Psychology, University of Essex (2011–2012) BA in Geography, University of Sheffield (2001–2005) Research Focus Her research addresses challenges in child welfare systems, including autism support, social worker resilience, and evidence-based policy. Key projects include a Health and Care Research Wales fellowship (2021–present) investigating autistic children's care experiences and a randomized trial of Schwartz Rounds to reduce staff psychological distress. Grants & Projects Evaluated Action for Children's Serious Organized Crime Early Intervention Service Contributed to What Works for Children's Social Care initiatives on school-based social workers and budget devolution Authored rapid reviews on pandemic impacts during 2020 Affiliations Previously held research roles at Durham University (2018–2019) and Estyn (Wales education regulator), focusing on education policy and parent support programs for autistic children.

• Medical Law
• Bioethics
• Health Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Seamus Burns is a Senior Lecturer in Law at the Sheffield Institute of Law and Justice, part of Sheffield Hallam University's College of Social Sciences and Arts. He specializes in Medical Law and Ethics, with roles as Module Leader for Law and Medicine, Course Leader for Medical Ethics and Law for Specialist Registrars, and Lecturer in Public Law and Human Rights. His qualifications include LLB (Hons) from Queen's University Belfast (QUB), MA, PG Dip F&HEd, and CPLS (QUB). Education background: LLB (Hons) (QUB), MA, PG Dip F&HEd, CPLS (QUB). Teaching focuses on intersections between law, medicine, and ethics, including consent, medical negligence, euthanasia, and evidence law. He has organized the Annual Law and Medicine Guest Lecture Series since 1993 and leads the Law of Evidence Guest Lecture Series. Research interests span assisted reproduction law, abortion law, organ transplantation ethics, human rights in healthcare, and evidence corroboration standards. He has published extensively on topics like the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 2008 and legislative reforms affecting regulatory frameworks. Professional Activities: President of South Yorkshire Medico-Legal Society (2012–2013), External Examiner at University of Cumbria, and UK reviewer for the Journal of Medical Law and Ethics. Supervision: Currently guiding 1 PhD student on assisted reproduction and 3 LLB dissertations in law and medicine. He pioneered the Medical Ethics and Law Course for Specialist Registrars in 2000, now delivered to 5 groups annually, and maintains active roles in medico-legal professional networks.

Penelope Tuckمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Accounting
• Public Finance
• Taxation Policy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Penelope Tuck is a Professor of Accounting, Public Finance and Policy at the Department of Accounting, Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. She previously held academic positions at Warwick Business School, the University of Southampton, and the University of Buckingham, and has professional experience as a Senior Tax Manager at Coopers & Lybrand (PwC). She is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (FCA) and a Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA). Her research lies at the intersection of accounting and organisation studies, with a focus on taxation policy and practice, public finance, governance, and the interplay of identity, knowledge, and power in public policy contexts. She has contributed extensively to scholarly discourse through publications in journals such as Critical Perspectives on Accounting , The British Accounting Review , and Public Money & Management , as well as book chapters on tax history and transparency. Her recent work explores themes including tax devolution, corporate tax avoidance, transparency in ownership, and the sociological dimensions of accounting in public institutions. She teaches modules on International Business Taxation and Accounting Theory and welcomes PhD applicants interested in qualitative research on taxation and public sector management. She holds leadership roles in professional communities, including membership on the Research Advisory Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales, the Research Committee of the Chartered Association of Business Schools, and the Executive and Steering Group of the UK Tax Research Network. Her publications reflect a consistent trajectory in critical accounting, public policy, and institutional analysis, with a strong qualitative and interpretive methodological approach. She has served as Head of the Department of Accounting and Director of Research for the Business School, demonstrating her commitment to academic leadership and research excellence. Her research group and collaborations span interdisciplinary teams focusing on public accountability, tax governance, and organisational dynamics in the public sector.