جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Eamonn McKeownمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Equality and diversity in health and education
• Qualitative research methodologies
• Public health
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Professor Eamonn McKeown is a distinguished academic at City St George's, University of London , where he has worked since 2006. Currently serving as Head of the Department of Global, Public & Population Health & Policy (established 2025), he leads strategic academic development for the School of Health & Medical Sciences management team. His career spans roles including Associate Dean for Postgraduate Studies (2021-2025) and Head of Health Services Research & Management Department (2014-2021). Qualifications: PhD in Social Anthropology, Queen's University Belfast BA (Hons) in Social Anthropology, Queen's University Belfast PGDip in Academic Practice, City University London As an interdisciplinary researcher, McKeown specializes in equality and diversity issues across health and education sectors, employing qualitative methodologies . His fieldwork includes studies in Papua New Guinea on literacy patterns and in the United States on migration/ethnic identity. Recent research focuses on educational research aligned with EDI (Equality, Diversity, Inclusion) agendas to improve student experiences. His 15 most recent articles (2024-2006) demonstrate sustained contributions to Mental health interventions in higher education Nursing clinical practice Public health policy Sexual health research Qualitative methodology development Digital health solutions Scientific Recognition: Fellow of Royal Society for Public Health Senior Fellow of Higher Education Academy Fellow of Royal Anthropological Institute Recognised Research Supervisor, UK Council for Graduate Education As an educator, McKeown teaches NM3270 Using Research Knowledge (BSc) HRM020 Foundations in Research Methods (Masters) HRM001 Introduction to Research Methods (Masters) and has mentored 10 PhD/MRes students to completion.

• Social and health inequalities
• Qualitative evidence synthesis
• Minoritised ethnic communities
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Dr. Meena Khatwa is a Lecturer in Social Policy at the UCL Social Research Institute, within the UCL Institute of Education. She is based in the Evidence for Policy and Practice Information (EPPI) Centre and has been working at UCL since 2014. Her academic background includes a PhD in Sociology from Queen Mary University of London and a BA Hons in Sociology from Middlesex University. Research Interests: Dr. Khatwa's expertise centers on qualitative methods, qualitative evidence synthesis, stakeholder engagement, and participatory research. Her portfolio focuses on social and health inequalities among vulnerable and marginalized communities, with particular emphasis on minoritised ethnic populations, gender, migration histories, identity formation, and wellbeing. She employs postcolonial and black feminist theoretical frameworks in her work. Publications Focus: Her recent research output demonstrates a strong emphasis on systematic reviews and evidence synthesis, particularly in areas of public health policy, social services, and qualitative methodologies. Key themes include mental health interventions, trauma-informed care, health equity, and community-based research approaches, often focusing on vulnerable populations. Awards & Recognition: UCL Grand Challenges Mental Health & Wellbeing Network & Community Building funding (2024) UCL Public Policy Fellowship funded by Research England QR SPF (2024) Academic Leadership: Dr. Khatwa serves as Programme Director for MSc Social Policy and Research. She currently supervises PhD students researching Chinese migrant workers and gender identity across diasporas. She holds multiple UCL leadership roles including Co-lead of the UCL Menopause Network, Wellbeing Champion, and Mental Health First Aider. Her grants primarily focus on mental health initiatives and public policy development.

Pauline Phoaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• EU Law
• European Legal Philosophy
• Competition Law
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Pauline Phoa is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's School of Law, specializing in International and European Law. She is affiliated with the RENFORCE research group and Utrecht's 'Governing the Digital Society' initiative, focusing on EU competition law and the challenges posed by Big Tech ('Modern Bigness'). Utrecht University School of Law International and European Law RENFORCE Research Group Governing the Digital Society Her research bridges EU law with philosophical and literary methodologies, particularly through the Hermeneutic Approach inspired by Paul Ricoeur and James Boyd White. She investigates tensions between economic and fundamental rights in EU jurisprudence, as well as regulatory frameworks for digital platforms and sustainable policies (e.g., CRISPR food, circular economy). Recent publications highlight her expertise in EU internal market law , Big Tech regulation , and legal philosophy . Themes include digital governance, forensic culture, and EU citizenship rights. Stichting Praemium Erasmianum Dissertation Prize (2022) Vereniging voor Wijsbegeerte van het Recht Dissertation Prize (2023) Phoa co-organizes the Festival Europa and contributes to EU Law Live and SEW Tijdschrift . She supervised research in the ERC-funded 'Modern Bigness' project and serves on advisory boards for legal and policy initiatives.

• Digital Communication
• Media Studies
• Digital Literacy
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Manuela Grünangerl is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Salzburg in the Department of Communication Science . Her career spans over two decades of research and teaching in digital communication and media studies. Active in 8 research projects (2011-2025) Published 12 academic works focusing on digital skills, media democratization, and educational interventions Contributed to EU-wide digital literacy frameworks Research Focus: Driven by the intersection of digital transformation and social equity, her work examines: Digital skills gaps across demographics Media education's role in democracy Technology training effectiveness Policy impact on digital inclusion Austrian-specific digitalization challenges Recent Trends: Recent publications emphasize longitudinal studies of digital skills development (2022-2025), including comparative analyses with EU benchmarks and regional disparities in rural Austria. Public Engagement: Regularly participates in science-to-public lectures, including keynotes on prejudice reduction and digital skills presentations.

• Transport Models
• Mobility Behavior
• Road Planning
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Dr. Oliver Roider is a researcher at the Institute of Transport Studies , part of the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . With a career spanning over two decades, he specializes in transport modeling, mobility behavior analysis, and sustainable transport policy development. Education : PhD from BOKU (2012), Civil Engineering degree from BOKU (1987-1994) Key Affiliations : Institute of Transport Studies (BOKU), University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien (2005-2021) His research focuses on transport models , mobility behavior , and public transport optimization , with particular emphasis on transport economics and rural mobility solutions . He has led numerous projects analyzing the impact of mobility hubs , sustainable transport policies , and autonomous vehicle integration in rural areas. Recent publications examine shared micromobility adoption , mobility hub deployment , and stakeholder governance in transport initiatives . His work has been supported by diverse funders including the European Commission , FFG , and City of Vienna . Scientific Awards : 2012 Anerkennungspreis für Dissertationen from Austrian Road & Rail Research Society As an active member of academic committees, he has served in Austrian Society for Transport Science and contributed to QUALIVERMO quality guidelines . He has organized international conferences like IATBR 2024 and presented at key events in Edinburgh, Brussels, and Washington DC.

Lynne Baillieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Robot Interaction
• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
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Lynne Baillie is a Professor in Computer Science at Heriot-Watt University and leads human-robot interaction, assistive living, and health research at the National Robotarium. She directs the Interactive and Trustworthy Technologies Research Group, focusing on human-robot collaboration, usability, and societal impacts. Affiliation: School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Heriot-Watt University Role: Director of ITT Research Group, National Robotarium Her research spans Human-Robot Interaction , Assistive Technologies , and Equitable Digital Systems , with funding from UK research councils, EU, Microsoft, Siemens, and charities. She has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers and explores collaborative interaction between humans, robots, and environments. Recent publications highlight advancements in: Accessibility-focused robotics (e.g., tour guides for sight-impaired individuals) Bias-aware frameworks for socio-technical AI systems Brain-robot interfaces for rehabilitation Equitable digital service design Haptic feedback applications for elderly cognitive engagement Scientific Awards: Excellent Oral Presentation Award (2025) Spirit of Heriot-Watt Outward Looking Award (2017) As a PhD supervisor, she mentors students in robotics and AI. Her work addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals through technology ethics, digital inclusion, and healthcare innovation.

Emily Ryallsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Feminist Media Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Adolescence in Popular Culture
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Dr. Emily Ryalls is an Assistant Professor in the Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts Department (ISLA) at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), where she has taught since 2017. She specializes in communication, women’s and gender studies, and media criticism. Education Ph.D. Communication Studies, University of South Florida M.A. Communication Studies, University of Alabama B.A. Speech Communication, James Madison University Research Interests Her scholarship interrogates representations of adolescence in popular culture—spanning music, film, television, social media, and journalism—with a feminist lens on race, class, gender, and sexuality. A central concern is how media normalize punitive attitudes toward teens. Her monograph The Culture of Mean: Representing Victims and Bullies in Popular Culture (Peter Lang, 2018) is the first sustained feminist study of contemporary bullying discourse. Publication Trends Across 26 peer-reviewed works (2011-2025), Ryalls has traced evolving depictions of teen girlhood, toxic masculinity, climate activism, and sexual health on platforms such as Netflix and Bravo. Recurring themes include postfeminist sensibilities, viral celebrity, and intersectional feminist critique. Teaching & Service She offers courses in public speaking, media criticism, gender and communication, and cultural studies, infusing feminist pedagogy and digital activism into the curriculum. Contact Email: eryalls@calpoly.edu Phone: 805-756-2909 Office: Faculty Offices North (47) 23L

Anna Maria Paola Totiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Epistemology of social sciences
• History of sociological thought
• Critical social theory
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Anna Maria Paola Toti is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social and Economic Sciences at Sapienza University of Rome, where she teaches "History of Sociology" and "General Sociology" within the Faculty of Political Science, Sociology, and Communication. Her academic work is deeply rooted in theoretical and historical sociology with a strong emphasis on visual methodologies and spatial analysis. Her primary research interests span across several interconnected domains of sociological inquiry: Epistemology of social sciences and visual sociology History of sociological thought from the 18th century to contemporary theories Critical social theory and responsibility sociology Urban sociology, with particular focus on space, marginality, and stigmatization processes Social inclusion/exclusion dynamics in smart cities and post-disaster contexts Gender representations and visual narratives in social research Professor Toti's recent scholarly output demonstrates a clear trajectory connecting historical sociological frameworks with contemporary social challenges. Her work bridges classical theoretical perspectives with pressing issues like digital transformation, climate change impacts, pandemic responses, and urban inequality. A distinctive feature of her research is the integration of visual methodologies with traditional sociological approaches, particularly in examining how spaces are experienced, represented, and transformed by different social groups. She serves as Delegate of the Faculty of Political Science, Sociology, and Communication for Disability Services, Equal Opportunities and Inclusion, and the Third Mission. Additionally, she is Secretary of the "Sociological Theories and Social Transformations" section of the Italian Sociological Association (AIS) for the 2023-2025 term. Professor Toti actively supervises thesis work, requiring students to request thesis supervision at least six months before their intended graduation session. Her office is located on the first floor, room 107, in the Department of Social and Economic Sciences building (Piazzale Aldo Moro 5 - Building CU002).

Marianne Turnerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bilingual Education
• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
• Translanguaging
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Marianne Turner is an Associate Professor in Bilingual Education and TESOL at Monash University's School of Curriculum Teaching & Inclusive Education. Her research focuses on developing socially equitable understandings of language and building capacity for multilingual approaches across educational settings. She has established significant collaborations with Victorian Department of Education and Catholic Education through funded research projects. Her primary research interests include: Translanguaging as a framework addressing social inequity Integration of EAL and content-based learning in English-speaking contexts Language teacher pre-service education and professional development Content and language integrated pedagogies (CLIL) Educating for diversity and inclusion through multilingual strategies Recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward practical implementation of translanguaging in Australian classrooms, with emphasis on teacher development, digital multimodal approaches, and policy frameworks. Her work consistently bridges theoretical concepts like trans-semiotizing with classroom applications through projects involving Home Languages in English Classrooms and Plurilingual Pedagogy initiatives. Turner actively disseminates research through teacher associations (VicTESOL, MLTAV), government resources, and media engagement. Current projects include English as an Additional Language (EAL) pedagogy development for secondary classrooms (2025) and Home Languages in the English Classroom research (2021-2022). She has supervised PhD students focusing on translanguaging approaches but is currently not accepting new candidates. Her research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through advancing educational equity and inclusive language practices.

Scott Andrew Brownمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• User Experience (UX) Design
• Inclusive Design
• Co-Design
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Dr Scott Andrew Brown is a Lecturer at UNSW Arts, Design and Architecture (ADA), specializing in inclusive design practices that center neurodiverse communities. Based in the School of Art & Design, he employs user experience (UX) and interaction design methods to co-create adaptive technologies and multisensory environments with marginalized groups, particularly autistic individuals and their families. Education: PhD in Art, Design and Media (UNSW Sydney) Bachelor of Digital Media with First Class Honors (UNSW Sydney) His research focuses on redefining assistive technology through strengths-based approaches, emphasizing co-production and community-led design. He leads the assistive technology research focus in the Creative Robotics Lab, where he develops responsive sensory spaces and explores social robots for therapeutic applications. Recent projects include evaluating the effectiveness of 'quiet rooms' for autistic children at sporting events and creating adaptive technologies for social engagement. He also founded the Neurodiversity + Embodiment research group and organized the inaugural Autism MeetUp at UNSW Art & Design. While no scientific awards are documented in the provided texts, his work intersects health, disability, and design to advocate for systemic change in technology and service development.

Sarah Peitzmeierمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Gender-based violence
• Sexual health epidemiology
• Transgender health
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Sarah Peitzmeier is an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan School of Nursing and Department of Health Behavior and Health Equity. As a mixed-methods social epidemiologist, her research focuses on gender-based violence and sexual health disparities in marginalized populations including LGBTQ communities and sex workers. PhD in Public Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School (2017) MSPH in Public Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School (2012) BS/BA in Biology and Psychology, University of Maryland (2010) Her NIH-funded work addresses intimate partner violence (IPV) in transgender populations through tool development for healthcare screening, and she's pioneering campus-based interventions to reduce sexual assault against cisgender women and transgender undergraduates. She leads community-engaged research on chest binding health impacts and violence-related drivers of HIV/HPV transmission. Recent publications demonstrate methodological diversity spanning: Transphobia-driven IPV measurement Transmasculine cervical cancer screening Gender-affirming body modification safety STI/HIV risk assessment tools Economic vulnerability interventions Pandemic-era violence dynamics Peitzmeier's research bridges clinical epidemiology and policy analysis, with particular emphasis on trans-specific health interventions and trauma-informed service delivery systems. Contact: Email: speitzme@umich.edu Phone: 734-764-4176 Address: University of Michigan School of Nursing, 400 North Ingalls Building

• Educational Technology
• Social Media in Education
• STEM Education
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Wilson Ofotsu Otchie is a PhD-holding Research Fellow in Educational Technology at the Institute of Education, University of Tartu. His career spans 25 years in education, including roles as Principal, Head of Science Department, and Senior Examiner for the West African Examinations Council. PhD in Educational Sciences (2022), University of Tartu MPhil in Educational Innovations and Leadership Science (2016), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana BSc in Botany and Zoology with Education Diploma (1997), University of Cape Coast His research focuses on integrating social media into pedagogical frameworks, examining affordances for contextualized learning. Recent work explores YouTube's role in STEM education and the use of virtual labs to enhance practical learning experiences. Key projects include the Virtual Science Lab at North Legon Little Campus and advising the UNRWA education program digitalization. Awards include the 2017 Cambridge IGCSE Best Teacher Award and 1991 Best National Service Personnel (Education Category) in Ghana.

Minahil Asimمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Educational Policy
• Education Reform
• Learning Outcomes
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Minahil Asim is an Assistant Professor of Education Leadership, Policy, and Program Evaluation at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Education. Her research focuses on educational reforms and policies aimed at improving learning outcomes and educational trajectories for disadvantaged students across multiple international contexts including Pakistan, Ghana, and the United States. Dr. Asim completed her PhD in Educational Policy at the University of California, Davis, her MA in Comparative International Education at Stanford University, and her BSc and MSc in Economics at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS). Prior to her current position, she held a postdoctoral fellowship at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto starting in January 2020. Her research examines how management and leadership practices within the education delivery chain influence student outcomes, and how direct support to students—whether at home or at school—can enhance engagement and learning. She employs diverse research methodologies including process reenactment, field experiments, and quasi-experimental strategies to investigate these questions across different educational contexts. Dr. Asim's publication record demonstrates a strong focus on educational equity, policy implementation, and learning outcomes in both developed and developing contexts. Her work spans topics from mobile technology's impact on education in Pakistan to food insecurity's effects on parenting and child development, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to educational research. Her research has received significant funding from organizations including the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Canada (SSHRC), J-PAL Post-Primary Education Initiative, Research on Improving Systems of Education (RISE), the World Bank Group, Sir Ernest Cassel Foundation, and the American Institute of Pakistan Studies. Outside her academic work, Dr. Asim maintains a presence on social media where she shares insights about her research, and she has been featured in media outlets including VoxDev and International Education News for her expertise on educational reform.

• Addiction Medicine
• Substance Use Disorders
• Opioid Use Disorder
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Melissa Weimer, DO, is an Associate Professor of Medicine (General Medicine) and of Epidemiology (Chronic Diseases) at Yale University School of Medicine. She holds dual appointments in the Department of General Internal Medicine and the Department of Chronic Disease Epidemiology. Dr. Weimer serves as the Medical Director of the Addiction Medicine Consult Service (YAMCS), a multidisciplinary hospital-based program she founded in 2018 to address substance use disorder needs of patients admitted to Yale New Haven Hospital. Additionally, she is the Associate Program Director of the Yale Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program and the Medical Director and lead trainer of the Providers Clinical Support System-Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder. Dr. Weimer's research and clinical interests focus on expanding access to substance use disorder treatment, particularly in hospital settings. Her expertise spans clinical care, healthcare innovation, public health, research, and medical education. She has worked to transform the care of individuals with substance use disorders at local, state, and national levels. Her work began at Oregon Health & Science University, where she helped create one of the nation's first hospital-based models to initiate addiction treatment for hospitalized patients with substance use complications. Recent publications highlight Dr. Weimer's focus on hospital-initiated treatments for alcohol and opioid use disorders, pain management in patients with substance use disorders, and innovative approaches to improving care for people who use drugs. Her work demonstrates a strong emphasis on implementation science, health equity, and bridging the gap between evidence-based practices and real-world clinical settings, with particular attention to diverse patient populations and systemic barriers to care. Yale Second Century of Women Emerging Leaders in Internal Medicine Award (2024) Multiple 'Top Addiction Medicine Doc' recognitions from Portland Monthly Magazine (2015-2017) Paper of the Month: A Chronic Opioid Therapy Dose Reduction Policy in Primary Care (2016) As an experienced educator, Dr. Weimer teaches healthcare students and professionals about substance use disorders and their treatment to expand the addiction medicine workforce. She has served on numerous committees including the Opioid Stewardship Committee at Yale New Haven Hospital and the Recognizing and Eliminating disparities in Addiction through Culturally-Informed Healthcare (REACH) initiative. Her work with the American Society of Addiction Medicine has contributed to clinical practice guidelines and methodology development.

• Library Science
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Community Engagement
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Janis Shearer is an Assistant Professor and Public Services & Engagement Librarian at the University Library of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Based at the Funk ACES Library, she serves as the liaison to University of Illinois Extension and Agricultural Communications. Her role encompasses advancing library services through community outreach and academic collaboration. Her research explores critical areas in library science, including: Diversity and Inclusion : Auditing library exhibits and workforce representation to promote equity. Community Engagement : Developing strategies to connect BIPOC communities with STEMM resources. Library Assessment : Evaluating service efficacy during disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic. Agricultural Communication : Studying user interactions with agricultural information systems. Recent publications highlight a focus on crisis adaptation in libraries, diversity initiatives, and evolving professional roles. Her work frequently employs methodologies such as scoping reviews, autoethnography, and case studies to address systemic challenges in librarianship.