جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Marta Tiendaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology
• Demography
• Race and Ethnic Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marta Tienda is the Maurice P. During Professor in Demographic Studies and Professor of Sociology and Public Affairs at Princeton University's Princeton School of Public and International Affairs. She holds joint affiliations with the Office of Population Research and previously served as its director from 1997 to 2002. An accomplished scholar, Tienda has authored or co-authored numerous books including The Hispanic Population of the United States and Multiple Origins, Uncertain Destinies , and has published over 200 scholarly papers. Tienda earned her BA in Spanish from Michigan State University and both MA and Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin. Her academic excellence has been recognized with honorary doctorates from The Ohio State University (2002), Lehman College (2003), Bank Street College (2006), and Michigan State University (pending conferral). Her research specializes in race and ethnic disparities across multiple dimensions of social inequality—including poverty, education, employment, and immigration—examining how ascribed attributes shape socioeconomic outcomes. Current work focuses intensively on adolescent romantic relationships using longitudinal methodologies. Research domains include: Demographic analysis of immigration patterns and population diversification Structural determinants of concentrated poverty and opportunity barriers Life course trajectories affecting socioeconomic mobility Quantitative assessment of relationship dynamics among youth Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2017-2024) reveals strong thematic focus on adolescent development, immigrant integration, and demographic methodology. Her work increasingly employs digital tools like mobile diary studies to examine partnership dynamics and emotional health. Cross-national comparative frameworks appear in health disparity research, while U.S.-centric studies emphasize Hispanic populations and educational outcomes. Honors and scientific recognition include: Honorary Doctorate, Ohio State University (2002) Honorary Doctorate, Lehman College (2003) Honorary Doctorate, Bank Street College (2006) Honorary Doctorate, Michigan State University (pending) As former director of Princeton's Office of Population Research, Tienda led institutional initiatives in demographic scholarship. While specific grants and lab affiliations aren't detailed in source materials, her extensive publication record and named professorship reflect sustained research leadership. No student advising relationships were identified in available documentation.

• Sustainability
• Multispecies Relations
• Environmental Anthropology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bastian Thomsen is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Sustainability at the University of Sydney Business School and a member of the Sydney Environment Institute. He holds a DPhil in Anthropology from the University of Oxford and a PhD in Management from Central Queensland University. His interdisciplinary research program focuses on multispecies relations, environmental anthropology, and sustainable entrepreneurship. Current projects examine wildlife rehabilitation ethics in Costa Rica, multispecies justice frameworks, and Indigenous-wildlife coexistence strategies in the Andes. Dr. Thomsen employs ethnographic and participatory methods to develop novel approaches to conservation challenges. He teaches courses on organizational sustainability and entrepreneurship, emphasizing experiential learning approaches. As Emerging Scholar Research Fellow (2025-2026), he leads initiatives on standardized multispecies justice assessment frameworks. His international collaborations include research affiliations with Oxford University's Ethno-ornithology World Atlas Research Group and Oregon State University. Recent publications explore decolonizing conservation knowledge, posthumanist pedagogies, and the role of veterinarians in ethical wildlife tourism. His work has been recognized for integrating anthropological perspectives into sustainability management education.

Paul Larisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Savanna Ecology
• Fire Ecology
• Political Ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Paul Laris is a Professor and Chair of Geography at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). He holds a Ph.D. in Geography from Clark University (2002), an M.S. in Environmental Studies from San Jose State University, and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA. His research focuses on savanna ecology, fire ecology, political ecology, and remote sensing, with fieldwork in Mali, Tierra del Fuego, and California. He leads NSF-funded projects examining human-fire interactions in West African savannas and invasive species dynamics in California ecosystems. His teaching includes courses on environmental issues, biogeography, and landscape restoration. Key research themes include fire regimes in Mali, agricultural transitions in the Sahel, and ecological restoration in California. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating remote sensing, ethnographic methods, and participatory research. Recent work highlights the role of human practices in shaping ecological patterns and the adaptation of smallholder farmers to environmental change. Publications span over two decades, with contributions to journals like Annals of the Association of American Geographers , Journal of Environmental Management , and Land Change Science . Collaborative projects involve graduate students and international partners. He is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Mali, 1987–1990) and actively engages in community-based ecological initiatives.

Jimena Golcher-Benavidesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biodiversity conservation
• Freshwater ecosystems
• Evolutionary ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jimena Golcher-Benavides is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Hope College in Holland, Michigan. Her research focuses on biodiversity conservation, particularly in freshwater fishes, combining approaches from fisheries science, ecology, and evolutionary biology. She teaches courses including Aquatic Ecosystems and mentors undergraduate students in fieldwork and laboratory research. Education: Ph.D. in Ecology (University of Wyoming, 2021), M.Sc. in Biological Sciences (University of Konstanz, Germany, 2015), B.S. in Biological Sciences (UNA, Costa Rica, 2011). Research Interests: Origins of freshwater biodiversity, evolutionary drivers in fish communities, conservation genomics, and molecular ecology. Current projects investigate rapid diversification in African cichlids and invasive carp population dynamics in the Mississippi River Basin. Recent Work: Her lab uses environmental DNA (eDNA), behavioral observations, and comparative anatomy to study species diversity. Collaborations include work in Lake Tanganyika (Tanzania) and Costa Rica, emphasizing field-based research and undergraduate involvement. Professional Experience: Previously served as a fisheries researcher at Iowa State University and conducted postdoctoral research on invasive carp in the Mississippi River Basin. Taught at Lees-McRae College in North Carolina and collaborated on projects with The Nature Conservancy and Tanzanian Fisheries Institute. Teaching Philosophy: Advocates for experience-based learning in science education, integrating fieldwork and lab techniques into undergraduate training. Develops curricula using R programming for data analysis and visualization in ecology.

Pamela Queenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corporate Finance
• Investment Analysis
• Business Ethics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pamela Queen is a Professor of Finance at Morgan State University’s School of Business & Management (SBM), where she teaches core corporate finance and investment courses. She holds a Ph.D. in Finance from George Washington University, an M.S. in Technical Management and Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University, and a B.S. in Mathematics from Tuskegee University. Education: Ph.D. in Finance, George Washington University M.S. in Technical Management and Computer Science, Johns Hopkins University B.S. in Mathematics, Tuskegee University Her research spans business ethics, corporate governance, financial technology, entrepreneurship, and urban economics . Her recent publications focus on gender equity, social responsibility, educational policy, and ethical challenges in corporate and public sectors. Google Scholar lists 15 recent articles from 2025 to 2012, highlighting her work in Business Ethics , Corporate Governance , and Entrepreneurship across subfields like regulatory compliance, stakeholder management, and economic disparity. Dr. Queen is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), integrating practical experience in financial controls and governance into her instruction. She specializes in case-method teaching for MBA programs, both in-person and online.

Donovan Baileyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Systematics
• Evolutionary Biology
• Phylogenomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Donovan Bailey is a Professor in the Department of Biology at New Mexico State University (NMSU), affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on plant systematics, evolutionary biology, and the genetic mechanisms underlying plant hybridization and speciation. He specializes in the mustard (Brassicaceae) and legume (Fabaceae) families, with a particular emphasis on polyploid evolution, phylogenomics, and the integration of molecular, morphological, and fieldwork approaches. His expertise includes the study of homoploid and polyploid hybridization in wild and semi-domesticated plants, as well as the development of genomic resources for crop improvement. Recent work has explored genetic variation in Leucaena species, the phylogenetic relationships within Brassicaceae, and the impact of environmental factors like precipitation on plant diversification. Education: Not explicitly listed in the provided text. Lab Affiliation: Bailey Lab at NMSU, conducting research in molecular biology, phylogenetics, and plant taxonomy. His publications highlight advancements in plant genomics, including the creation of sterile leucaena germplasm and the analysis of genome-wide patterns in Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. Bailey has been recognized for his contributions, including the 2020 Asa Gray Award (Recipient: Jeff J. Doyle, mentioned in a collaborative work). Research activities engage both graduate and undergraduate students in projects spanning fieldwork, laboratory techniques, and computational biology, fostering interdisciplinary training in evolutionary science.

• Sustainability
• Geography Education
• Latin America Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Vanessa Slinger-Friedman is a Professor of Geography at Kennesaw State University (KSU), where she teaches courses in human geography, sustainability, and Latin American studies. She holds a Ph.D. and MA in Geography and Latin American Studies from the University of Florida, graduating as a valedictorian with her BA in Geography. Her research focuses on sustainability education, agroforestry in the Amazon, ecotourism in the Caribbean, and innovative pedagogy. She co-founded the KSU Food Forest project to address social inequities and climate change through sustainable agriculture. She has received prestigious awards, including the 2018 National Council for Geographic Education Distinguished Teaching Award and the 2019 KSU Foundation Outstanding Teaching Award. Her publications span over two decades, addressing topics like online course development, reflective teaching practices, and the intersection of ethnicity and urbanization. She actively mentors students, including Taylor-Fields A. R. on agricultural sustainability projects. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability, emphasizing community engagement and global-local linkages. Awards: 2019 KSU Foundation Outstanding Teaching Award 2018 NCGE Distinguished Teaching Award 2016 Regents’ Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Award Key Projects: KSU Food Forest initiative (sustainable agriculture advocacy) Action research on online course design Her teaching spans both in-person and online formats, including GEOG 1101, 3370 (Latin America/Caribbean), and directed research courses. She has pioneered methods to enhance student engagement and sustainability literacy through active learning and reflective practices.

Karsten Webelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Machine Learning
• Seasonal Adjustment
• Stochastic Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karsten Webel is a Research Professor at the Deutsche Bundesbank's Research Centre, part of the Directorate General Data and Statistics. His work focuses on seasonal adjustment methodologies, stochastic processes, machine learning applications, and index theory. He contributes to the development and implementation of JDemetra+, the official software for seasonal adjustment in Europe. Webel's research emphasizes infra-monthly time series analysis, including daily and weekly economic indicators, and has published extensively on topics like random forest-based seasonality tests and data-driven model selection. Education and affiliations are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but Webel's professional activities include presentations at conferences such as the International Conference on Establishment Statistics and the Joint Statistical Meetings. His research has been disseminated through peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, and book chapters, with a strong emphasis on methodological advancements in time series analysis and econometrics. Key research interests include seasonal adjustment techniques for non-traditional time frequencies, stochastic processes, and the application of machine learning algorithms to economic data. Webel collaborates with institutions like Insee and the National Bank of Belgium, contributing to the Eurostat-recommended seasonal adjustment software framework. His work bridges theoretical statistical methods with practical applications in central banking and official statistics.

Alan Brelsfordمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Evolutionary Genetics
• Genomics
• Speciation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alan Brelsford is an Assistant Professor of Biology at the University of California, Riverside. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia (2010). His research focuses on evolutionary genetics, particularly hybridization, speciation, and the evolution of sex chromosomes and supergenes. Current projects include population genomics of social behavior in ants, color pattern evolution in birds, sex determination in frogs, and reproductive barriers in related species. His lab integrates field studies, lab experiments, and computational methods. Research interests include understanding genomic regions responsible for evolutionary traits, such as sex determination mechanisms in tree frogs (Hyla arborea) and hybridization dynamics in ants (Formica spp.). His work bridges genetics with ecological and behavioral studies to elucidate evolutionary processes. Publications highlight contributions to ant social supergenes, avian hybrid zones, and sex chromosome evolution. Notable studies include identifying the genomic basis of social organization in ants and analyzing genetic divergence in warbler species. His research emphasizes genomic approaches to uncover mechanisms underlying speciation and adaptation. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Advising and grants sections remain unspecified. His lab’s interdisciplinary approach combines field data collection with advanced genomic techniques, contributing to our understanding of evolutionary processes in diverse taxa.

• Cuban Development
• Latin American Political Economy
• Socialist Political Economy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Helen Yaffe is a Senior Lecturer in Political & International Studies at the University of Glasgow. She specialises in Cuban and Latin American development, with a focus on political economy, socialist systems, and transnational solidarity movements. Previously held positions include Lecturer roles at LSE, UCL, and Birkbeck. Her research explores Cuban medical internationalism, climate resilience (Tarea Vida), post-Soviet survival strategies, and the impact of US sanctions. Key works include We Are Cuba! (2020) and Che Guevara: The Economics of Revolution (2009). Active in documenting anti-apartheid activism through projects like the Non-Stop Picket analysis. Teaches courses on Latin American history and development, with supervision expertise in Cuban history and political economy. Education background includes doctoral research at LSE on Cuban economic history. Research affiliations include collaborative work with Prof. Gavin Brown on transnational solidarity. Current supervision focuses on violence in socialist revolutions and Che Guevara's economic missions. Engages with interdisciplinary methods combining history, geography, and political economy. Her work highlights Cuba's innovative approaches to biotechnology, climate adaptation, and medical diplomacy. Advocates for understanding Cuba's resilience through lenses of scientific advancement and international solidarity. Frequently publishes in journals like International Journal of Cuban Studies and Globalizations .

• Rural Development
• Agricultural Economics
• Poverty Assessment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Manfred Zeller is a Professor in the Department of Rural Development Theory and Policy at the University of Hohenheim. He leads research focused on rural development, poverty assessment, and sustainable agricultural policies. His work bridges ecological, economic, and social dimensions of land use in marginalized regions, particularly in Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Key research themes include microfinance, food security, and the impacts of climate change on smallholder farming. Prof. Zeller’s academic contributions span over 150 peer-reviewed articles and edited volumes, emphasizing empirical analyses of policy interventions and their socio-economic outcomes. He has collaborated on projects funded by the German Climate Research Programme (DEKLIM) and the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). His research often involves participatory methods and interdisciplinary approaches to address development challenges. Recent studies examine the adoption of biofortified crops, the effects of agricultural subsidies, and gender dynamics in decision-making. He advises doctoral students and oversees teams investigating topics like payments for ecosystem services and the food-energy-water nexus in Malawi. Prof. Zeller’s work is characterized by a strong policy orientation, aiming to enhance resilience among rural populations through evidence-based strategies.

Sean Carrollمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Physics
• Complex Systems
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Sean Carroll is Distinguished University Professor, Andrew and Mary Balo and Nicholas and Susan Simon Endowed Chair at University of Maryland, and Vice President for Science Education at Howard Hughes Medical Institute. His research examines evolutionary mechanisms behind biological novelty. His research investigates origins of novelty in biological systems, studying contributions of gene co-option, duplication, and regulatory changes to trait evolution. Current work includes snake venom evolution and cuticular hydrocarbon diversification in Drosophila. Carroll's publications span venom evolution, enzyme innovation, and science education. Recent work integrates molecular evolution with educational research on creative thinking in STEM. Executive producer of documentary films and author of scientific books including 'The Serengeti Rules' and 'Brave Genius'.

• Economic Growth
• Regional Development
• Innovation Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dorota Ciołek is a Professor at the University of Gdańsk, affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and the Department of International Economics and Economic Development. Her research focuses on economic growth, regional development, innovation systems, territorial cohesion, and public policy analysis. She holds a habilitation degree and is actively involved in academic consultations and institutional roles. Her research interests span institutional factors influencing economic growth in Central and Eastern Europe, the effectiveness of EU Cohesion Policy, and the spatial dimensions of economic disparities. She has extensively studied regional innovation systems, urbanization impacts on innovation, and the role of territorial capital in regional competitiveness. Her recent publications analyze the legal frameworks governing property expropriation in Poland and the interplay between regional embeddedness and firm innovation. She has also explored labor market dynamics during the pandemic, emphasizing spatial interactions in Poland. No scientific awards are explicitly listed. Her advising and grants section remains underdeveloped in the provided data. She contributes to academic governance through her role in the Faculty of Economics and maintains an active research agenda with over 50 publications since 2002.

Maria João Thompsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Economic Growth Theory
• Macroeconomics
• Innovation Economics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Maria João Thompson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Minho and a researcher at NIPE (Research Center on Economic Policies). Education: BA in Economics, NOVA School of Business and Economics MA in Economics, University of Warwick PhD in Economics, University of Warwick Her research focuses on Economic Growth Theory, specifically developing analytical models to identify additional sources of national economic growth. Key areas include innovation economics, international trade dynamics, institutional frameworks, social capital effects, and skill premium impacts on development trajectories. Thompson's publication trend reveals sustained engagement with growth modeling since 2008, emphasizing technological change, investment complementarities, and international trade dimensions. Her recent 2024 work extends into institutional theory applications within public administration education, indicating research diversification while maintaining core growth theory foundations. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Student advising details and research grant information were not specified in the provided text. As a NIPE researcher, she contributes to economic policy analysis initiatives. Her teaching portfolio spans undergraduate courses like Macroeconomics I and Political Economy, alongside graduate instruction in Economic Growth and Methodology for Economics Research.

• Regional Economics
• Innovation Policy
• Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Francesco Perugini is a Researcher at the Department of Information Engineering of the Polytechnic University of Marche. His research focuses on regional development, innovation policy, and entrepreneurial ecosystems. He has contributed to studies on the impact of universities on innovation, regional disparities in Italy, and the effects of disasters like the 2016 Central Italy earthquake on local economies. His work integrates spatial economics analysis with policy evaluation, addressing topics such as government efficiency, EU funding allocation, and digitalization gaps. He has published extensively on entrepreneurial ecosystems' temporal dynamics and their role in economic resilience. His research also explores university-industry collaboration and the effectiveness of smart specialization strategies in regional development. Prof. Perugini's publications span from 2001 to 2025, reflecting a sustained focus on regional economic challenges. He advises on structural funds utilization and contributes to regional reports on entrepreneurship in the Marche region. Office hours are held weekly on Tuesdays from 11:00-13:00 at the Department of Information Engineering.