جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Carlos Peláez Pazمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Educational Anthropology
• Migration Studies
• Social Inequality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carlos Peláez Paz is a Professor at Complutense University of Madrid's Department of Educational Studies, affiliated with research groups APSYC and GIAFE. His research focuses on educational segregation, migration, social inequality, and policy critique. He holds a PhD in Social and Cultural Anthropology from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (2019). His work combines ethnographic methods with policy analysis, examining issues like ethnic segregation in schools, immigrant integration, and neoliberal governance effects on rights access. Education: PhD in Social and Cultural Anthropology (2019), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid Research Interests: Peláez Paz explores systemic educational inequities through studies on school segregation patterns, migration's sociocultural impacts, and the intersection of public policy with grassroots realities. His work critiques market-driven education reforms and advocates for inclusive pedagogical practices. Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes urban immigrant housing dynamics (2024), bilingual education exclusion (2023), and school reputation's role in segregation (2020). Earlier studies established his focus on Madrid's ethnic school segregation (2007) and class collapse (2014). Awards/Grants: While no explicit prizes listed, his extensive peer-reviewed output indicates recognition in academic circles. Active in grant-funded research projects on migration, education equity, and social policy. Labs/Teams: Leads studies within APSYC (Anthropology of Social & Cultural Policies) and GIAFE (Anthropology & Philosophy of Education groups). Collaborates with institutions like UAM and international scholars on migration-related projects.

• Inclusive Education
• Curriculum and Pedagogy
• Special Education and Disability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

George Koutsouris is a Senior Lecturer in Education (Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Education) at the University of Exeter's School of Education. He holds a PhD in Education from the same institution and has been affiliated with the School since 2014. His roles include Director of Global Engagement (since 2022), leading international partnerships and student recruitment. He teaches on MA programs such as International Education and Special Educational Needs, emphasizing inclusive pedagogies and curriculum design. Education Background: PhD in Education (University of Exeter, 2014), MEd in SEN (Distinction), and undergraduate degrees in History and Archaeology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He has contributed to projects funded by ESRC, British Academy, and Nuffield Foundation, including evaluations of the Silver Stories intergenerational program and the Integrated Group Reading intervention. Research Interests: Focus on inclusive education, curriculum development, disability rights, and socioemotional learning. He critically examines inclusion in education through lenses of equity, policy analysis, and intersectional identities. Recent projects include exploring disability inclusion in Indonesia/England higher education (British Academy-funded) and gendered mental health in schools. Awards: 2019 BERJ Editors’ Choice Award for work on RCTs in education. Active in professional activities such as editorial roles, peer review, and international collaborations like the UK-China Humanities Alliance. Grants & Leadership: Led ESRC-funded Silver Stories evaluation (2021), co-authored UK research structures report (2021), and manages MA International Education program. Current projects include a British Academy-funded disability rights initiative (2024-26). Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in education, disability studies, and media/communications. Active in global initiatives like the HEYTA student conferences organized with Tsinghua University.

Ahou Koutchesfahaniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Feminist Social Movements
• Social Media and Politics
• Iranian Women's Rights
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ahou Koutchesfahani serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Political Economy within King's College London's Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy. She holds a PhD in International Relations from the Department's Department of War Studies, where her doctoral research examined feminist movements in Iran. Her academic work centers on the intersection of digital activism and gender politics in Iran, with particular focus on how women's rights activists navigate social media platforms while confronting ableism within feminist spaces. She extends this analysis to broader critiques of academia, advocating for anti-ableist reflexivity in research methodologies and institutional practices. Her scholarship consistently bridges empirical studies of Iranian social movements with theoretical contributions to decolonial and intersectional frameworks. Analysis of her 2022 publications reveals consistent thematic threads: the weaponization of social media for political resistance in authoritarian contexts, the erasure of disability perspectives within feminist movements, and the role of digital storytelling in constructing transnational solidarity networks. These works collectively position Iranian women's digital activism as both a site of oppression and a catalyst for global feminist praxis. She co-teaches core courses including The Political Economy of the Middle East and North Africa and Political Islam, while actively participating in an academic collective that evolved from 'politics of style' to 'politics of care'. This interdisciplinary group integrates anti-ableist, anti-racist, and decolonial perspectives to transform International Relations scholarship, with particular emphasis on making systemic biases visible within academic knowledge production.

Merja Tarvainenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Disability Studies
• Social Work
• Narrative Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Merja Tarvainen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Sciences at the University of Eastern Finland's Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Administration. Her research focuses on disability social work, narrative methodologies, and citizenship studies. She has led projects like 'Considerate disability social work' (2021-2023) and co-authored "Vaativa sosiaalityö" (2025), a seminal anthology on demanding social work practices. Key themes include disability inclusion, ethical discretion in social services, and future-oriented policy design. Her work bridges qualitative research with real-world applications, emphasizing marginalized voices in welfare systems. Recent publications (2023-2025) analyze discretion in disability services, Deaf community reconciliation, and future visions of structural social work. She collaborates with organizations like Kehitysvammaliitto and has advised on EU-funded welfare projects. Awards remain unspecified, though her contributions to disability policy frameworks are widely recognized in Nordic academia.

• Private International Law
• Human Rights
• Equality Rights
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katja Karjalainen is a University Lecturer at the Department of Law, Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Administration, University of Eastern Finland. She holds a PhD in private international law and comparative law from the University of Helsinki (2016). Her research focuses on vulnerabilities in private law and private international law, with an emphasis on equality rights, family law instruments, and the Hague Conference on Private International Law. She has served as Secretary of the Finnish Branch of the International Law Association (2013–2016) and is currently a board member. Her work bridges domestic, EU, and international legal frameworks, particularly addressing challenges faced by vulnerable adults and the interplay between human rights and legal systems. Key research themes include cross-border legal protection for adults, EU law harmonization, disability rights in employment, and the implementation of the UNCRPD. Her publications span journals like the Journal of Private International Law and Nordic Journal of Human Rights , as well as edited volumes such as International Actors and the Formation of Laws (Springer, 2022), which she co-edited. This book examines how international actors influence legal systems globally, focusing on topics from financial sanctions to indigenous rights. Dr. Karjalainen is involved in interdisciplinary projects, including studies on employees with mild cognitive impairment or early-onset dementia, emphasizing workplace accommodations and legal rights. She contributes to policy discussions on aging populations, elder care, and the intersection of law with societal challenges. Her work highlights the evolving role of international and European legal frameworks in shaping domestic laws, particularly in vulnerable populations' protection.

Chad A. Roseمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bullying and Victimization Among Students with Disabilities
• Bullying Prevention
• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Chad A. Rose is an Associate Professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Missouri, where he also directs the Mizzou Ed Bully Prevention Lab. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2010 with an emphasis in Behavioral Disorders and quantitative methods. His academic work is centered on understanding and preventing bullying among students with disabilities through a multi-tiered, socio-ecological framework. Research Interests: Dr. Rose’s research investigates the intersection of disability labels and the bullying dynamic, protective and risk factors influencing bullying involvement, and the implementation of evidence-based bullying prevention strategies in schools. He focuses particularly on students with emotional and behavioral disorders, learning disabilities, and intellectual disabilities, examining how social supports, belonging, and educational frameworks like MTSS can mitigate bullying. His work also extends to online racial discrimination, coping mechanisms in college students with disabilities, and postsecondary transition challenges. Publication Trends: His recent publications reflect a consistent focus on bullying prevention, social-emotional development, and disability. The articles demonstrate methodological diversity, including structural equation modeling, qualitative analysis of teacher perspectives, and cross-sectional survey studies. Key themes include the role of peer support, the importance of inclusive professional development, and the need for legally sound anti-bullying policies. Scientific Awards: 2015 Alberti Center Early Career Award for Distinguished Scholarly Contributions to Bully Abuse Prevention Grants and Advising: Dr. Rose has served as Principal Investigator on multiple research projects, including a NICHD-funded longitudinal study on online racial discrimination and a cross-sectional study on social-ecological predictors of bullying. He has also led a NICHD LRP project testing a targeted social skills curriculum. While specific advisees are not listed, his role as a professor and lab director indicates active mentorship of graduate students in special education and related fields. Labs and Teams: As Director of the Mizzou Ed Bully Prevention Lab, Dr. Rose leads a research team focused on generating actionable insights for educators and policymakers to reduce bullying among vulnerable student populations. The lab emphasizes practical, multi-tiered interventions that align with current educational frameworks and legislative mandates.

David A. Greenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Civil Procedure
• Disability Law
• Labor and Employment Law
• +۱ مورد دیگر

David A. Green is a Professor at North Carolina Central University School of Law, specializing in Civil Procedure, Torts, Employment Discrimination, and Disability Law. He has held significant administrative roles, including Associate Dean for Academic Affairs (2005–2009) and Chair of the UNC System Faculty Assembly (2018–2020). B.A., Georgetown University (1985) J.D., Georgetown University Law Center (1988) LL.M., Temple University School of Law (1994) Professor Green’s research focuses on intersectional legal challenges, including racial and disability discrimination, employment law barriers, and procedural justice. His work addresses systemic inequities in legal frameworks and educational environments. His publications include analyses of Supreme Court standards in discrimination cases, the impact of e-discovery on employment litigation, and the intersection of race and disability in education. Key themes involve civil rights, judicial reform, and equitable legal practices. He has served as Pro Bono General Counsel for the National Bar Association and contributes to legal education through administrative leadership and committee work.

Gill McGillمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Military Psychology
• Veterans' Health
• Social Isolation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gill McGill is a researcher specializing in the social and psychological challenges faced by UK military veterans, particularly focusing on loneliness, social isolation, alcohol misuse, and post-service transition. Their work emphasizes policy recommendations and healthcare engagement strategies for aging veterans and bereaved families. Key Collaborators: Matthew Kiernan, Gemma Wilson, Alison Osborne Research Themes: Social prescribing, peer support, military-to-civilian transition, trauma impact McGill’s publications span interdisciplinary fields including Sociology , Psychology , and Medicine , with a focus on veterans' long-term independence and community integration. Their 2017–2024 studies have addressed systemic barriers in healthcare access and innovative models like the hub-and-spoke approach for service engagement. Notable contributions include empirical analysis of the UK military's discriminatory “gay ban” policy (2024) and Delphi method studies to define solutions for veterans' social isolation. While their institutional affiliation is unspecified in the provided texts, their work is published in journals such as Occupational Medicine , Journal of Aging Studies , and Sexuality Research and Social Policy .

Phil Jollyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organizational Behavior
• Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
• Leadership Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Phil Jolly is an Associate Professor at the School of Hospitality Management within Pennsylvania State University . His research and teaching focus on organizational behavior, diversity and inclusion, leadership dynamics, and social cognition in the hospitality industry. Education Ph.D. - University of Houston MBA - University of Alaska Anchorage B.A. - Montana State University Phil's research explores critical workplace issues in hospitality, including workforce diversity, inclusive leadership, emotional energy dynamics, and the impact of leadership styles on employee well-being and organizational performance. His recent work examines topics like racial disparities in warmth judgments, illegitimate tasks affecting service performance, and the potential of employees with intellectual disabilities in the hotel sector. He is affiliated with the Food Decisions Research Laboratory and serves as a Unit Diversity Committee Chair . His grant activities focus on diversity and inclusion processes, compensation systems, and leadership development in organizations.

James L. Cherneyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rhetoric
• Ableism
• Disability studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

James L. Cherney serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Studies within the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Nevada, Reno. His academic work focuses on the critical examination of disability representation across multiple media platforms and cultural contexts, with particular emphasis on how language and visual culture construct ableist frameworks. Cherney earned his Ph.D. in communication and culture from Indiana University in 2003, following an M.A. in speech communication from the same institution in 1995, and a B.A. in speech and political science/history from Butler University in 1990. His academic journey reflects a consistent focus on communication theory and its application to social justice issues. Cherney's research program centers on the rhetoric of ableism, examining how cultural narratives perpetuate discrimination against disabled people through language, media representation, and institutional practices. His work spans visual rhetoric, disability sport, cyborg theory, and museum studies, consistently applying critical theoretical frameworks to uncover the mechanisms through which ableism operates in everyday discourse. He has made significant contributions to understanding disability representation in television (particularly Friday Night Lights ), film (including Murderball and The Ringer ), and sports media. His publication record reveals evolving scholarly attention from foundational examinations of ableist rhetoric toward increasingly intersectional approaches that incorporate critical race theory, feminist perspectives, and queer theory. Recent work demonstrates growing focus on stigma language, neurodiversity, and the representation of disability in digital media environments. Cherney actively contributes to professional service as Chair of the IDEA Council in the National Communication Association and has been engaged with the Disability Issues Caucus since 2001. He co-founded and previously chaired UNR's Neurodiversity Alliance, reflecting his commitment to institutional change. His 2019 book Ableist Rhetoric: How We Know, Value, and See Disability represents a significant theoretical contribution to the field. Currently, Cherney is researching the historical display of monstrous and disabled bodies in medical and anatomical museums across North America and Europe, extending his critical analysis into institutional spaces of scientific authority. His teaching portfolio includes courses on public speaking, critical communication pedagogy, and the rhetoric of the body, demonstrating the integration of his research interests into classroom practice.

Kathryn Sabanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Clinical legal education
• Legal skills
• Children’s rights
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kathryn Saban is a Senior Lecturer (Teaching and Engagement) and Solicitor at Lancaster University’s Law School, where she also serves as Director of the award-winning Law Clinic and Employability Lead. A Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she has spearheaded multiple community-facing initiatives that integrate clinical legal education with public legal education and social-impact research. Education & Professional Qualifications Qualified Solicitor (specialising in education law and SEND legal aid work) Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Alumna of the Bonington Leadership Development Programme (2023/24) Research & Scholarship Interests Her scholarly work centres on clinical legal education , legal skills development , children’s rights and education law . She interrogates how experiential, community-based and interdisciplinary pedagogies can simultaneously enhance student learning and address access-to-justice gaps. Recent strands include: Two-way appraisal systems in law clinics Street Law methodologies and student partnership Community-based research for social change Climate-change policy collaboration across institutions Post-pandemic virtual clinic adaptation Publication Trends Since 2021 Kathryn has authored or co-authored 17 outputs—peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, professional reports and magazine legal updates—appearing in leading outlets such as the International Journal of Clinical Legal Education , International Journal for Students as Partners and SEN Magazine . The work clusters around four themes: (1) innovative assessment and feedback in clinics, (2) Street Law and community legal education, (3) SEND and education law compliance, and (4) employability and skills-focused curriculum design. Honours & Awards FASS Outstanding Contribution to Engagement Award 2020 – Law Clinic Lancaster University Environmental Sustainability Award 2023 – Policy Law Clinic FASS Dean’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to Engagement – Highly Commended 2025 (Knife Crime Prevention) FASS Outstanding Contribution to Engagement – Highly Commended 2023 (Street Law) Lancaster University Pilkington Teaching Award – Highly Commended 2023 Leadership, Grants & Advising Kathryn convenes six credit-bearing modules spanning undergraduate and postgraduate levels (e.g., Law 206, Law 381, LLM 5381). She leads the Law School’s careers and employability provision (since 2017), during which the School achieved #1 in the UK for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2020 & 2021). She secured Global Advancement Fund support to deliver a two-week Global Commercial Law Taster at Sunway University, Malaysia (2024). While formal doctoral supervision is not detailed, her extensive clinic supervision means she mentors dozens of students annually in casework, research and outreach projects. Labs, Clinics & Teams She directs the Lancaster University Law Clinic (free public advice), co-founded the Policy Law Clinic (climate & knife-crime policy research), established the Street Law Project (school outreach to ~300 pupils/year), and launched the Law School Podcast Series . These initiatives involve multidisciplinary teams of students, solicitors and external partners across Lancashire, the Open University, and international collaborators.

Rifat Kamasakمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Emerging Markets
• Knowledge and Innovation Strategy
• Innovation and Decision-Making in Leadership
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Rifat Kamasak is an Associate Professor in Entrepreneurship at Henley Business School, University of Reading. He is affiliated with the Department of Leadership, Organisation and Behaviour , Centre for Euro-Asian Studies , and Henley Centre for Entrepreneurship . With a career spanning academia and industry, he has held leadership roles in conferences and is a honorary board member of EUMMAS . PhD in Management Studies (University of Exeter) PhD in Organizational Theory (University of Istanbul) MA and MSc degrees from Middlesex University London, Durham University, and University of Oxford His research focuses on emerging markets , knowledge and innovation strategy , toxic leadership , and EDI at work . He has conducted field studies in Turkey, China, Brazil, and Sri Lanka, emphasizing workplace democracy and humanization of work. A key area is English medium instruction in universities and sociolinguistics. Recent publications address digital inclusion , refugee entrepreneurship , and strategic flexibility in innovation ecosystems . His work is supported by international and national grants, including a study on English-medium instruction in Turkey . He teaches modules like Innovation Management and Financing for Entrepreneurship . Honorary EUMMAS Board : Recognized for leadership in marketing and management As an engaged scholar, he prioritizes cross-cultural competencies and multicultural education through modules like Applied Challenge and Practice of Entrepreneurship .

Martine Lévesqueمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Occupational Science
• Indigenous Community Participation
• Occupational Justice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Martine Lévesque is an Associate Professor at the School of Rehabilitation, University of Montreal. Her research focuses on occupational justice, Indigenous community participation in wellness planning, and the intersection of domestic violence with disability. She works with the Montreal Research Centre on Social Inequality and Discrimination (CREMIS) and has contributed to innovative projects like Inven_T-Technosocial Innovation Center. B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy (1990), University of Montreal M.Sc. in Biomedical Sciences (1993), University of Montreal Ph.D. in Public Health (2016), University of Montreal Postdoctoral Fellowship in Health Planning and Citizen Participation (2016-2019), McGill University Her research examines the life-course trajectories of women with disabilities exiting domestic violence, transformative learning in health professions, and community mobilization in Indigenous health promotion. Recent projects include training frontline workers in technosocial support and analyzing structural barriers to violence exit. Selected grants include a Fonds de recherche du Québec: Society and Culture grant (2022-2025) and Inven_T support (2022-2023). She employs participatory and qualitative methodologies across her work. Key publications address occupational therapy’s role in violence prevention, Indigenous wellness frameworks, and healthcare education reforms. Her full article list spans themes like cultural security, social determinants of health, and equity in medical training.

Maija Karoliina Koivistoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Social Policy
• Gender Studies
• Disability Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maija Karoliina Koivisto is a Doctoral Researcher at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Doctoral Programme in Gender, Culture, and Society. She focuses on social policy, disability studies, and historical sociology, particularly examining systemic injustices experienced by deaf communities in Finland and Nordic countries. Key Research Areas: Deaf community history, truth and reconciliation processes, sign language preservation, Nordic welfare models, and institutional discrimination. Projects: Active in Nordic research initiatives on deaf education and sign language inclusion; leads the Äkta Man Forum project. External Roles: Board member of the Abilis Foundation, contributing to disability research advocacy.

Diana Sahraiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Childhood Education
• Social Pedagogy
• Health Literacy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Diana Sahrai is a Professor of Childhood Education at Pädagogische Hochschule Freiburg, where she also serves as Head of the M.Ed. Teacher Training Program for Vocational Schools in Social Pedagogy/Education and Psychology. Since October 2023, she has been the Equal Opportunities Officer for Faculty I. Her work focuses on the intersection of childhood education, health literacy, migration, diversity, and inclusion. Her educational background includes studies in sociology, ethnology, and English philology at Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster. She earned her PhD in December 2010 from Universität Bielefeld with a dissertation titled "Differenzen in der Wahrnehmung präventiver Angebote und von Elternpartizipation im Setting Kita" (Differences in the perception of preventive offers and parental participation in the kindergarten setting). Diana Sahrai's research interests span childhood studies, socialization research, health research, migration, diversity and inclusion, and the analysis of interactions between different dimensions of inequality. She has a particular focus on health promotion and health literacy of children and families (family health literacy), as well as Afghanistan research. Her work often examines how social class and migration background influence access to and participation in preventive health services. Her recent publications show a strong emphasis on health literacy in diverse contexts, particularly among migrant populations and in Afghanistan. She has conducted extensive research on how cultural, religious, and socioeconomic factors influence health behaviors and literacy. A significant portion of her work examines inclusion strategies in education and how they can serve as anti-discrimination measures. Her research often employs ethnographic methods to understand everyday health practices in diverse cultural contexts. Hope – strengthening Afghan-German-cooperation on tertiary education under difficult circumstances (2022-2023) Separation in the Integration? Perspectives of students with special educational needs in inclusive classes (2021-2022) Differenzsensible Lehre – analog, hybrid, online (2022-2024) Selbstvertrauen – Menschenrechte. Soziales Lernen und inklusive politische Bildung (2015-2022) She has been involved in developing educational materials such as "Selbstvertrauen / Menschenrechte. VorBild 2. Soziales Lernen und inklusive politische Bildung" for classroom use, demonstrating her commitment to translating research into practical educational tools.