جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Lorenz Narku Laingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Racism Studies
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Discrimination Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Lorenz Narku Laing serves as Professor of Racism Research at the Evangelical University of Rhineland-Westphalia-Lippe (EvH Bochum) and founded the diversity consultancy Vielfaltsprojekte GmbH. He holds advisory roles with the Journal for Diversity in Business and Law and the Bochum Center for Disability Studies, while also serving on the German Federal Government's Expert Council on Anti-Racism and the Protestant Church Congress Presidential Assembly. Education: Doctorate in Political Theory, University of Munich Master's in Politics, Administration, and International Relations, Zeppelin University Bachelor's in Sociology, University of Frankfurt His research pioneers interdisciplinary approaches to systemic racism and discrimination, bridging political theory with practical anti-discrimination frameworks across sports, business, and social institutions. His work critically examines power structures while developing actionable inclusion strategies for commercial and social enterprises through his consultancy. Major recognitions include: German Diversity Award (2023) for consulting excellence Bavarian Innovation Award for Volunteering (2022) Generation Grenzenlos' 30 under 30 distinction Zeppelin University Best Teaching Award Prof. Laing maintains significant international academic engagement as a trusted lecturer for the Hans Böckler Foundation and through invited teaching positions at McGill University and the University of Birmingham. His speaking engagements span elite institutions including Harvard University, Max Planck Society, and Howard University, establishing him as a leading voice in applied diversity research and policy development.

Anna Villarroya Planasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Economics
• Cultural Policy
• Gender Equality in Cultural Sectors
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anna Villarroya Planas is a Professor at the Universitat de Barcelona, serving as Director of the Research Center for Information, Communication and Culture. She holds a law degree and economics degree from the Universitat de Barcelona, and a PhD in Public Sector Economics from the same institution. Affiliated with both the Faculty of Information and Audiovisual Media and the Department of Economics, she has been teaching courses related to cultural economics and cultural policies since 1993. Her research focuses on digital culture and content, with special emphasis on open access to science and economic studies on culture, particularly examining gender perspectives in cultural sectors. She serves as President of the European Association of Cultural Researchers and coordinates the Interuniversity Doctoral Program in Gender Studies: Cultures, Societies and Policies. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2024) reveals a strong focus on gender equality in cultural sectors, particularly examining gender discrimination in the performing arts, LGBTQ perspectives in information studies, and cultural policies with gender perspectives. Her work spans multiple disciplines including cultural economics, gender studies, library science, and policy analysis, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches to understanding cultural production, consumption, and policy implementation. She has participated in numerous research projects funded by public entities including the World Bank, Council of Europe, ERICarts, Organization of Ibero-American States, Spanish Ministry of Culture, Catalan Department of Culture, and Barcelona Provincial Council, as well as private foundations like "la Caixa" Banking Foundation, Carulla Foundation, and Alternativas Foundation. Since 2006, she has authored the report on cultural policy in Spain included in the Compendium of Cultural Policies and Trends, and since 2017 has been a member of the Council of the Association of the Compendium of Cultural Policies and Trends. Her leadership extends to directing research projects focused on gender perspectives in information and media studies, including the GEMPIMS (Gender Perspective Mentoring Program in Information & Media Studies) initiative at the University of Barcelona.

Jesse J. Heltonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Child Maltreatment
• Adverse Childhood Experiences
• Food Insecurity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jesse J. Helton, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Work at Saint Louis University, where he has been since 2014. His research focuses on child maltreatment, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), food insecurity, and disability, with notable work published in JAMA Pediatrics , Child Maltreatment , and Preventative Medicine . He holds editorial roles at the Child Maltreatment journal and serves on the Prevention Committee of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children. Dr. Helton’s community partnerships address child abuse prevention, food security, and family violence mitigation in collaboration with statewide and local organizations. Education: Ph.D. in Social Work, University of Illinois; M.A. in Social Work, University of New Hampshire. Research Interests: Dr. Helton’s work explores intersections between childhood trauma, socioeconomic factors, and health outcomes. Key themes include the impact of food insecurity on caregiver-child dynamics, disparities in ACEs among marginalized groups, and policy interventions to reduce maltreatment. His studies often employ mixed-methods approaches, combining quantitative data analysis with qualitative insights from affected communities. Awards: Recipient of the 2020 Association of Jesuit Colleges Leadership Institute award, 2018 Outstanding Young Alumni from Eureka College, and a 2014 Innovative Teaching Fellowship from SLU’s Reinert Center. Teaching: Courses include Principles of Statistics and Data Analysis , Research Methods for Diverse Societies , and Science of Helping . He emphasizes evidence-based practices and culturally responsive pedagogy. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across universities and NGOs, focusing on translational research to inform child welfare policies and community programs.

• Epidemiology of Birth Defects
• Gene-Environment Interactions in Perinatal Health
• Nutrition and Reproductive Outcomes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gary M. Shaw is the Rosemarie Hess Professor and Professor (Research) at Stanford University , with courtesy appointments in the Department of Epidemiology and Population Health and Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Maternal Fetal Medicine . He serves as Co-PI of the March of Dimes Prematurity Research Center at Stanford and PI of the California Center for Finding Causes and Preventives of Birth Defects . His research focuses on the Epidemiology of birth defects Gene-environment interactions in perinatal outcomes Nutritional factors in reproductive health . He has developed machine learning approaches for precision parenteral nutrition and predictive models for preterm birth, while investigating persistent metabolomic signatures following hypertensive pregnancy disorders. Shaw's recent work explores Climate change impacts on reproductive health Maternal-fetal immune interactions Epigenetic mechanisms in perinatal disease with applications of multiomics to neonatal intensive care units. As a member of Bio-X and the Maternal & Child Health Research Institute , he contributes to translational research networks while serving as Associate Editor for Birth Defects Research and American Journal of Medical Genetics . He supervises Med Scholar Project student Richard Liang Doctoral co-advisor for Saskia Comess and Richard Liang Master's advisor for Lenae Joe while leading the Division of Neonatology as Associate Chair for Clinical Research (2012-2025). His laboratory work integrates Metabolomic profiling Proteomic analysis Computational modeling Machine learning for biomedical data to advance neonatal care through precision medicine approaches.

Emiliya Lazarovaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Coalition Formation
• Matching Theory
• Applied Economics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Emiliya Lazarova is a Professor of Economics and Head of the School of Economics at the University of East Anglia (UEA). She chairs the Royal Economics Society’s Conference of Heads of Departments of Economics. Her research focuses on coalition formation, matching theory, and applied economics, with recent projects analyzing technological innovation via patent data, biodiversity market measurements, and international environmental agreements. She has held academic roles at the University of Birmingham and Queen’s University Belfast, teaching quantitative courses like Applied Econometrics and topics in applied microeconomics. Her research interests include coalition dynamics, social housing allocation, and the political economy of environmental policies. Current projects with Dr. Yuan Gao include developing an ex-ante novelty index for inventions and studying biodiversity valuation mechanisms. Lazarova has secured grants from the Royal Economic Society and British Academy, focusing on property rights and economic development in emerging economies. Her work bridges theoretical models and empirical applications, addressing issues like firm behavior under political pressure, patent innovation cycles, and disability discrimination impacts. Collaborations span institutions globally, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to economic challenges. Advisory roles include supervising PhD students on topics such as status-seeking in matching markets and conflict resolution via coalition theory. Her teaching expertise complements her research, emphasizing quantitative methods and policy analysis.

Masuma Shahidمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• LGBTQ+ Rights
• Artificial Intelligence and Law
• Queer Data
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Masuma Shahid is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer at the Erasmus School of Law, specializing in International and European Union Law, with a dedicated research focus on LGBTQ+ rights, AI and human rights, and privacy law. She is affiliated with the International and European Union Law (IEUR) department and actively contributes to academic and public discourse on equality and digital governance. Assistant Professor, Erasmus School of Law Lecturer, International and European Union Law (IEUR) Co-Coordinator, LGBTQI+ Working Group, Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law Member, Diversity Platform, Erasmus School of Law Her research centers on the intersection of LGBTQ+ rights and artificial intelligence, queer data, equal marriage rights, European internal market law, competition law, and international human rights law. She employs critical legal theory to examine how legal systems address marginalization and digital discrimination. Her recent scholarly work includes a doctoral thesis on equal marriage rights litigation in major courts, publications on AI’s impact on LGBTQ+ communities, and authoritative textbooks on EU law. The articles reflect a strong trend in using comparative legal analysis to advocate for inclusive legal frameworks, particularly in digital and human rights contexts. She has been recognized through invitations to speak at academic forums and contribute to public debates on LGBTQ+ rights and AI ethics. Her media contributions highlight her role as a public intellectual in advancing legal inclusivity. Invited speaker on Queer Legal Theory and AI governance Expert commentator on LGBTQ+ rights in Dutch media Contributor to discussions on constitutional reforms for LGBTQIA+ and disabled persons Masuma Shahid advises on legal research and contributes to collaborative academic initiatives, particularly through her role at the Berkeley Center. While no formal grants are listed, her extensive publication and speaking record indicate active research funding and institutional support. She is involved in shaping policy discourse through academic and public engagement. She is a key figure in the LGBTQI+ Working Group at the Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law, contributing to an international network focused on anti-discrimination law and equality. Her work bridges academia, policy, and social justice advocacy.

Kevin Banksمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Labour Law
• Employment Law
• International Labour Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kevin Banks is an Associate Professor of Law at Queen's University and the Director of the Queen's Centre for Law in the Contemporary Workplace. He holds appointments as Associate Dean (Faculty and Academic Policy) and Editor-in-Chief of the Canadian Labour and Employment Law Journal . His research focuses on labour arbitration efficiency, globalization's impact on workplace law, and the intersection of international trade agreements with labour standards. He is a part-time member of the Ontario Grievance Settlement Board and has served on dispute panels for trade agreements like the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement and Canada-EU CETA. Education: S.J.D., Harvard Law School (2003) LL.B., University of Toronto (1989) B.A. (Economics), University of Toronto (1986) Research Interests: Banks explores constitutional collective bargaining rights, gaps in disability accommodation at work, and the enforcement of employment standards. He critiques trade agreement labour chapters and examines third-party liability for wage violations. His work bridges domestic law with global economic policies, emphasizing equitable labour practices in transnational contexts. Professional Achievements: He chaired the first-ever labour rights dispute arbitration panel under a free trade agreement (US-Central America FTA) and advised Ontario’s Changing Workplaces Review. His edited casebook, Labour and Employment Law , is Canada’s leading text in the field. Labs/Teams: Director of the Centre for Law in the Contemporary Workplace, coordinating interdisciplinary research on modern workplace legal challenges.

Isabel Grantمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminal Law
• Violence Against Women
• Sexual Assault Law
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Isabel Grant is a Professor at the University of British Columbia’s Allard School of Law, specializing in criminal law, with a focus on violence against women, sexual assault, homicide, and mental health law. She holds degrees from the University of Toronto, Dalhousie University, and Yale Law School, and served as a law clerk to Supreme Court Justice Estey. Her research addresses gender-based violence, disability rights, and the impact of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms on legal frameworks. Grant has contributed to over 80 scholarly works and co-leads an SSHRC-funded project on sexual assault law reforms. She teaches courses on criminal law, sentencing, and mental health law. Grant’s work emphasizes feminist and disability justice perspectives, challenging systemic inequalities through litigation interventions in over 20 Supreme Court of Canada cases. Her recent scholarship critiques Bill C-7’s expansion of MAiD eligibility, arguing it entrenches ableism. Awards include the Royal Society of Canada Fellowship, UBC’s Killam Teaching Prize, and the 2025 University Killam Professor designation, UBC’s highest academic honor. Her research interests span criminal justice reform, gender and sexuality law, and the intersection of disability and legal rights. She collaborates with feminist and disability advocacy groups to shape policy and judicial outcomes. Key areas of focus include the ‘rough sex’ defense, consent frameworks, and sentencing disparities in intimate partner violence cases.

Marina Romeo Delgadoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Work and Organizational Psychology
• Employee Well-being
• Organizational Communication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marina Romeo Delgado is a Full Professor at the Department of Social Psychology and Quantitative Psychology, University of Barcelona. She directs the UB-ADECCO Chair for Labour Integration of People with Disabilities and leads the Consolidated Teaching Innovation Group GIDC-CAV. As Internal Coordinator of the Erasmus Mundus Work, Organizational and Personal Psychology (WOP-P) Master's program, she collaborates with universities in Bologna, Coimbra, and Valencia. She also coordinates the Interuniversity Doctorate in Psychology of Communication and Change. Her research focuses on psychosocial risks, organizational communication, and employee well-being with emphasis on disability inclusion in workplaces. She has led projects like 'Implementing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Psychology and Education Programs' (2022-2024) and 'Realizing Potential of EU Staff Mobility' (2016-2019). Awarded EuroPsy Specialist certification in Work and Organisational Psychology, she has authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles on telework motivation, job crafting effects, and disability employment policies. Her work bridges academic research with practical interventions through international collaborations and institutional initiatives.

Trudo Lemmensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Law
• Bioethics
• Medical Ethics
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Trudo Lemmens is Professor and Scholl Chair in Health Law and Policy at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. He holds cross-appointments at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, and the Joint Centre for Bioethics, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise in health law, ethics, and policy. He has also held visiting positions at KU Leuven, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, University of Otago, and Oxford, and was a member of the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton. His research focuses on the legal, ethical, and governance challenges in healthcare and biomedical research. Key areas include medical assistance in dying, clinical trial transparency, pharmaceutical regulation, genetic data privacy, and conflict of interest. He has extensively analyzed how legal frameworks interact with ethical norms in contexts such as assisted human reproduction, end-of-life decisions, and public health emergencies. His work emphasizes human rights, equity, and the protection of vulnerable populations. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on the ethical and legal dimensions of medical assistance in dying, particularly regarding mental illness and advance requests. He has also published on vaccine mandates, pandemic triage ethics, and transparency in pharmaceutical data. His scholarship combines doctrinal legal analysis with empirical and policy insights, often addressing urgent public health debates. Fellowship, Royal Flemish Academy of Belgium for Science and the Arts (2006-2007) Membership, School of Social Science, Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton (2003-2004) Law Commission of Canada, Legal Dimensions Initiative Award (with Duff R. Waring) (2003) Graduate Student Paper Award, Association for Politics and the Life Sciences (1996) Doctoral Fellowship, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (1995-1997) Doctoral Fellowship, Fonds pour la formation de chercheurs et l'aide à la recherche du Québec (deferred) (1995-1998) Student Paper Award, Society for Health and Human Values (1995) Chief Justice R.A.E. Greenshields Memorial Scholarship for Graduate Studies in Law (1994) Trudo Lemmens has advised numerous national and international organizations, including the Pan American Health Organization (as a member of its Advisory Committee on Health Research), the World Health Organization, and the Council of Canadian Academies. He has served on expert panels examining access to health data and medical assistance in dying. His policy submissions to Canadian parliamentary committees have shaped national debates on end-of-life legislation. He has also contributed to inquiries into research ethics and institutional governance, including an independent inquiry into the University of Ottawa and its affiliated hospitals. He is actively engaged in public discourse, publishing op-eds in major media outlets and maintaining a presence on social media. His work bridges academia, policy, and public engagement, advocating for transparency, accountability, and ethical integrity in health systems and research.

David Wainwrightمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Work, Health and Wellbeing
• Medicalization of Work Stress
• Medically Unexplained Illnesses
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David Wainwright is a Senior Lecturer in the Department for Health at the University of Bath, where he convenes the cross-faculty Work, Health and Wellbeing Research Group and serves as Director of Studies for Professional Doctorate in Health programmes. University of Bath, Department for Health Former affiliations: University of Kent (School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research), University of Bristol (Social Medicine Department, MRC Collaboration) Research Focus : Intersections of work, health, and wellbeing, emphasizing: Medicalization of occupational stress Extended working life and pension policy Psycho-social drivers of illness behavior Management of medically unexplained illnesses Recent Projects include: Behavior change interventions for extended working life (DWP-funded) Sickness certification for chronic pain Community-based support for intellectual disabilities Health seeking behavior among homeless populations Collaborations span healthcare policy, chronic pain research, and interdisciplinary studies with institutions like Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Trust and MRC Health Services Research Collaboration.

• Geographies of the body
• Feminist theories of embodiment
• Emotions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rachel Colls is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at Durham University and a Fellow of the Institute for Medical Humanities. Her research focuses on geographies of the body, feminist theories of embodiment, obesity critiques, consumption practices, and clothing. She has published extensively on bodily politics, fat activism, and public health discourses. PhD & MA in Geography (University of Sheffield) Her work interrogates the sociomaterialities of fat bodies, bodily governance through BMI metrics, and affective experiences in retail and educational spaces. Recent publications address air travel accessibility and feminist pedagogies. She supervises postgraduate students and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects concerning bodily rights and health policies. Key article trends include critical obesity studies, feminist interventions in human geography, and the politics of bodily representation across spatial contexts. She employs qualitative methodologies informed by Judith Butler, Elisabeth Grosz, and non-representational theory. Supervised: Rosie Haffenden (MRes)

• Social Developmental Psychology
• Intergroup Relations
• Prejudice Reduction in Children
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lindsey Cameron is a Reader in Psychology and Director of Undergraduate Student Experience and Student Success at the University of Kent 's School of Psychology . Her research focuses on social developmental psychology , particularly how children develop social knowledge and intergroup attitudes. Her research interests include the development of intergroup attitudes, the role of social norms and cognitive development in shaping these attitudes, and the creation of school-based interventions to reduce prejudice. She investigates the impact of intergroup contact (direct and indirect), cultural awareness, and acculturation processes in childhood. Recent publications highlight trends in intergroup relations, bullying dynamics in schoolchildren, and interventions for social inclusion. Notable areas include intergenerational contact , malocclusion and peer relationships , and gender stereotypes in children’s media . Scientific awards include her appointment to the British Journal of Developmental Psychology Editorial Advisory Panel. She has supervised PhD students such as Dr. Caitlin Baker (2020) and Dr. Lauren Spinner (2017), focusing on topics like strategic color blindness and gender socialization . Her grants span projects like "Growing up with diversity" (British Psychological Society, 2014) and "Tackling racism amongst adolescents" (Big Lottery Research Programme, 2008–09). Collaborations involve charities and diversity organizations across Europe, including One Globe Kids and Office of the Children’s Commissioner .

Lauren Riveraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hiring Discrimination
• Workplace Inequality
• Social Class
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lauren Rivera is the Peter G. Peterson Chair in Corporate Ethics and Professor of Management & Organizations at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management , with a courtesy appointment as Professor of Sociology at the Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences . Her research focuses on how merit definitions in organizations perpetuate social inequalities, including studies on hiring bias, gender disparities, and elite labor markets. PhD, Sociology (Harvard University, 2009) AM, Sociology (Harvard University, 2006) BA, Sociology and Psychology (Yale University, 2000) Her work spans disciplines such as hiring discrimination , gender equity , and disability studies , often employing qualitative and mixed methods . Recent articles examine racial bias mitigation , disability exclusion in education, and gendered promotion regimes in law firms. She has authored the best-selling book Pedigree: How Elite Students Get Elite Jobs and contributed to media outlets like the New York Times and Harvard Business Review . Scientific awards include the Granovetter Award , Max Weber Book Prize , and multiple Kellogg Teaching Awards . Her editorial roles include positions at the American Sociological Review and Princeton University Press Series in Cultural Sociology.

Valdas Noreikaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sleep and dreaming
• Consciousness
• Inter-brain synchronisation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Valdas Noreika is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences, Queen Mary University of London. He serves as Head of The Centre for Brain and Behaviour and leads the Sleep and Cognition Lab. His work bridges cognitive neuroscience, psychology, and clinical applications, with a focus on understanding consciousness and its disorders. Dr Noreika's educational background includes: BA in Philosophy from Vilnius University, Lithuania MSc in Neurobiology from Vilnius University, Lithuania PhD in Psychology from the University of Turku, Finland, focusing on altered states of consciousness and temporal distortions Dr Noreika's research explores the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying sleep, dreaming, and consciousness. Using techniques including electroencephalography (EEG), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and psychophysics, his work investigates both basic mechanisms of consciousness and their applications to neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions. His research spans multiple domains including time processing, inter-brain synchronization across species, and environmental decision-making. A key aspect of his work involves translational research focusing on sleep, subjective experiences, and well-being in conditions such as learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, and depression. Analysis of Dr Noreika's recent publications reveals a strong focus on consciousness studies, neural mechanisms of sleep and dreaming, and applications to neurodevelopmental conditions. His work frequently employs EEG and other neuroimaging techniques to study brain activity during various states of consciousness. Recent trends show increasing emphasis on inter-brain synchronization, particularly in infant-parent interactions and cross-species communication, as well as growing interest in environmental psychology and climate change-related decision making. Dr Noreika has secured significant research funding including: The neural basis of inter-species communication - £155,098 from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (2024-2026) Sleep and circadian interactions with sensory sensitivity in adults with intellectual disabilities - £103,229 from the Baily Thomas Charitable Fund (2023-2025) As a supervisor, Dr Noreika advises multiple PhD students working on diverse topics including Alzheimer's disease diagnosis using information theory, emotion recognition, thermal sensation in Parkinson's disease, cultural differences in cognitive processes, and time processing. His Sleep and Cognition Lab serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research bridging neuroscience, psychology, and clinical applications. Dr Noreika leads the Sleep and Cognition Lab at Queen Mary University of London, which focuses on investigating the neural mechanisms of sleep, dreaming, and consciousness. The lab brings together researchers from diverse backgrounds to study both fundamental aspects of consciousness and their applications to clinical populations. Current projects include investigations of sleep and sensory sensitivity in adults with learning disabilities and human-dog interaction studies.