جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Landscape Architecture
• Urban Planning
• Sustainable Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Friedrich Kuhlmann is an extraordinary Professor (part-time) at the Estonian University of Life Sciences' Department of Landscape Architecture, within the Institute of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. His career includes roles such as Extraordinary Associate Professor and Guest Lecturer. He holds a Diplom-Ingenieur in Landscape Architecture from Berlin Institute of Technology. Key research interests include sustainable urban landscapes, cultural landscapes, public space design, and post-industrial regeneration. He has led projects like 'Renewable Energy and Landscape Quality' (2014-2018) and contributed to 'Urban Agriculture Europe' (2012-2016). His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to urban sustainability and participatory design. Publications span topics such as blue-space management, temporary urban uses, and post-dramatic landscape theory. He has supervised 8 master’s theses on themes like urban activism, cultural heritage, and landscape restoration. Awards are not explicitly listed, though his contributions to landscape pedagogy and policy are notable. He actively engages in international collaborations, evidenced by his involvement in conferences like ECLAS and UIA Berlin. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in urban and rural planning.

Leon Rubinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Performance traditions in Southeast Asia
• Shakespeare in performance
• Theatre Direction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Leon Rubin serves as Dean of the Faculty of Performing Arts at LASALLE College of the Arts. Previously, he was Director of East 15 Acting School in London for 13 years, transforming it into an international institution. He holds a PhD from Staffordshire University, an MA in Shakespeare studies from McMaster University, and a BA in English from the University of York. His honors include an honorary degree from the University of Theatre and Film 'I.L. Caragiale' and fellowships from the Royal Society of Arts and Royal Asiatic Society. Research focuses on Southeast Asian performance traditions and Shakespearean performance practices. He has directed over 60 theatre productions globally, including landmark projects in Phuket, Thailand, and Japan. His work emphasizes international partnerships and innovative theatre methodologies. Recent publications explore global Shakespeare adaptations and intercultural performance. Educations: PhD (Staffordshire), MA (McMaster), BA (York) Awards: Honorary degrees from Romania/Russia, Royal Society Fellowships Key Roles: Dean at LASALLE, Former Director of East 15, Artistic Director of major UK theatres Scientific achievements include groundbreaking work on performance theory, with over 50 peer-reviewed publications since 1981. His consultancy work spans theatre projects for international organizations, including collaborations with the former Thai royal family. Current research explores pandemic impacts on performance practices and hybrid theatre formats.

John Knightمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Theatre Arts
• Dramatic Design
• Performance Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

John Knight is a Sessional Lecturer in the Department of Theatre at Ambrose University. He holds an MFA from the University of Calgary and is a Certified Instructor with The Academy of Fight Directors Canada. His work spans violence design, directing, and theatre education, with notable credits including Streetcar Named Desire (Spirit Fire Theatre), Much Ado About Nothing (Shakespeare Company), and original works like In Love & Warcraft . Education: MFA in Theatre from the University of Calgary. Research Interests: Specializing in violence design for stage productions, integrating physical storytelling into dramatic narratives, and exploring classical texts through contemporary lenses. His practice emphasizes collaborative creation and the intersection of movement, conflict, and emotional expression in performance. Professional Affiliations: Active with Calgary Opera, Morpheus Theatre, and Full Circle Theatre, contributing to interdisciplinary theatre projects.

Donna Peberdyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Film Studies
• Gender Studies
• Performance Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Donna Peberdy is an Associate Professor of Performance, Sex, and Gender at Solent University, leading the BA Film and Television and MA Film Production programs. She holds a PhD from the University of Nottingham (2009) and has been a pivotal figure in reshaping pedagogical approaches through experiential learning and research-informed teaching. Her academic leadership includes roles such as University Teaching and Learning Fellow (2010), Research Lead for Media, Culture, and the Arts, and steering member for initiatives like the British Conference for Undergraduate Research. Peberdy’s research focuses on performance, gender, and sexuality in film/TV, including sexual harassment representation and post-#MeToo media. She co-directs the Screening Sex project, fostering global research networks and co-editing the Screening Sex book series with Edinburgh University Press. Awards include the National Teaching Fellowship (2020) and a British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship (2024) for her work on 'Screening Sexual Violence.' Her teaching innovations emphasize authentic assessments, such as industry-relevant projects addressing mental health and community issues. Peberdy’s publications include monographs like Masculinity and Film Performance and edited volumes on sexual perversions in media. She actively contributes to public discourse through jury roles for initiatives like 16Days16Films, addressing gender violence.

• Disinformation Analysis
• Media Studies
• Fact-Checking
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Juan Pedro Molina Cañabate is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. He also serves as Assistant Vice-Chancellor for Institutional Communication and Transparency. His academic affiliations include membership in the Television-Cinema: Memory, Representation and Industry (TECMERIN) research group, the Institute of Culture and Technology, and the University Institute on Gender Studies. His work focuses on disinformation analysis, media literacy, transmedia storytelling, and crisis communication strategies. Research interests span digital disinformation dynamics, institutional communication strategies, gender representation in media, and the intersection of technology with cultural narratives. He has led projects like IBERIFIER, analyzing disinformation patterns in Spain and Portugal, and contributed to initiatives like SMARTVOTE and IRIS_IAMEDIA-CM-UC3M addressing AI-driven media bias analysis. Publications highlight his expertise in fact-checking mechanisms during elections (Uruguay, Argentina), corporate visual identity, and transmedia narratives in Spanish TV series. Recent work includes studies on LinkedIn usage during crisis management and methodologies to combat hate speech-based misinformation. Current Projects: CIRMA-CM (Cybersecurity and Resilient AI), SMARTVOTE (AI-driven electoral analysis), IBERIFIER2 (Digital Media Observatory) Past Projects: GITEP (Television and Childhood Study), Analysis of Women's Representation in Sports Media His teaching spans corporate communication strategies, digital media pedagogy, and institutional transparency frameworks. He is a co-author of influential texts like Corporate Communications: A Survival Guide and Introduction to Institutional Communication via the Internet .

• Civil Defense Engineering
• Technical Specifications
• Flow Time Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pekka Kyrenius serves as a Specialist in the Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering at Aalto University's School of Engineering. With a strong background in engineering and technology, his research spans civil defense systems, lean manufacturing, and aerospace component production. Doctoral Degree in Engineering and Technology (Aalto University, June 2025) Licentiate Degree in Engineering and Technology (Helsinki University of Technology, February 2003) Master's Degree in Engineering and Technology (Helsinki University of Technology, November 1990) His research interests focus on Civil Defense Engineering, Technical Specifications, Flow Time Analysis, and Lean Manufacturing systems. Kyrenius has established himself as a specialist in analyzing how lean transformations impact production scheduling and flow time metrics, with particular expertise in technical specifications for civil defense shelters. His work bridges theoretical engineering principles with practical manufacturing applications. His publication record shows consistent research output since 2004, with significant recent activity including his 2025 doctoral thesis on Finnish Civil Defence shelter systems. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between civil engineering safety systems and industrial manufacturing optimization techniques. With an extensive project portfolio showing dramatic growth from 2015-2025 (290 finished projects and numerous active ones), Kyrenius has established himself as a productive researcher with significant collaborative networks across multiple engineering disciplines.

Anna Beerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Literature
• Cultural History
• Gender Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anna Beer is the Royal Literary Fund Writer in Residence for Kellogg College at the University of Oxford. She is a cross-disciplinary author and researcher with a distinguished career spanning literature, cultural history, and gender studies. Formerly a University Lecturer in Literature at the Department for Continuing Education (2003-2010), she has held various teaching roles including Director and Senior Course Tutor for the MSt in Creative Writing (2013-2020), and graduate supervisor for the MSt in Women's Studies. She is currently a Visiting Fellow at Kellogg College, where she serves as Chamberlain and Dean of Degrees, and is on the Advisory Board of the Kellogg College Centre for Creative Writing. Her educational background includes a PhD from Reading University and an MA from Oxford University. Her academic journey has been marked by significant appointments including her Fulbright Distinguished Scholar fellowship at the Arizona Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies (2009-2010). Anna Beer's research interests focus on recovering forgotten narratives, particularly those of women in history and literature. Her work bridges academic scholarship and public engagement, with a special emphasis on gender studies, literary biography, cultural history, and the recovery of women's contributions to fields like classical music and English literature. She approaches traditional historical narratives with a feminist lens, challenging established canons and bringing marginalized voices to the forefront. Her cross-disciplinary methodology combines literary analysis, historical research, and cultural studies to create accessible yet rigorous scholarship that resonates with both academic and general audiences. Her publications reveal consistent themes of historical recovery and gender analysis across diverse subjects. Rather than focusing on narrow specialties, her work demonstrates remarkable range while maintaining a coherent intellectual project of uncovering overlooked narratives. From early modern literature to classical music history, she applies similar investigative approaches to illuminate connections between cultural production and social context. Royal Philharmonic Society Creative Communications award runner-up (2017) for "Sounds and Sweet Airs: the Forgotten Women of Classical Music" Fulbright Distinguished Scholar (2009-2010) Throughout her career, Beer has been deeply committed to mentoring and teaching. She directed the Foundation Certificate in English Language and Literature, a part-time course equivalent to the first year of Oxford's undergraduate English degree. Her involvement with the MSt in Creative Writing and MSt in Women's Studies demonstrates her dedication to nurturing emerging scholars and writers. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the text, her Fulbright award and ongoing institutional support for her Writer in Residence position indicate successful funding acquisition throughout her career. Beer actively collaborates with creative communities, working with musicians and other creatives to promote neglected musical traditions. She is closely involved with the Oxford Centre for Life-Writing at Wolfson College and participates in various literary festivals and cultural institutions. Her current projects include media adaptations of her work, such as the feature film "Fanny: the Other Mendelssohn" and potential dramatizations of her biographies of Sir Walter Ralegh and his wife Bess.

Anne García-Romeroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Playwriting
• Screenwriting
• Latinx Theatre Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anne García-Romero is a Professor of Film, Television, and Theatre at the University of Notre Dame, with affiliations as a Fellow at the Institute for Latino Studies, Kellogg Institute for International Studies, and Nanovic Institute for European Studies. Her research focuses on playwriting, screenwriting, Latinx/Latin American theatre studies, and the intersection of Spanish and English-speaking cultural narratives. Her creative works include acclaimed plays such as Lorca in New York , Paloma , and Earthquake Chica , produced at institutions like the Public Theatre, Goodman Theatre, and the Eugene O'Neill National Playwrights Conference. She has also translated The Gröholm Method and contributed to The María Irene Fornés Institute through her role in the Latinx Theatre Commons. Recent scholarly contributions include analyzing post-dictatorship Southern Cone theatre and the legacy of María Irene Fornés. Awards include fellowships from the Jerome Foundation and MacDowell Colony. Her work bridges academic critique with theatrical practice, emphasizing gender studies and cultural hybridity.

Tetyana Shlikharمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 20th and 21st Century Russian Literature
• Cinema and Culture
• Memory Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tetyana Shlikhar is a Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies for Slavic and Eurasian Studies at the University of Notre Dame. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh and Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, along with multiple advanced degrees in related fields. Her research focuses on Russian and Ukrainian cinema, memory studies, and the intersection of cultural identity with historical narratives. She is currently working on a book analyzing post-Soviet historical films' ideological construction of national identities. Education: Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh M.A., University of Pittsburgh Ph.D., Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv M.A., Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv B.A., Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv Research Interests: Her work explores cultural memory, ideological discourses in film, and pedagogical approaches to second-language acquisition. Notable projects include analyzing Russian-Ukrainian cinematic representations of shared history and the geopolitical implications of cinematic narratives. She has contributed to interdisciplinary symposia on language and communication, blending literary and sociopolitical perspectives. Publications & Awards: Recipient of the Fulbright Faculty Development Fellowship (2011) Contributions to International Journal of Russian Studies and Cinemasaurus Author of film reviews analyzing contemporary Russian cinema's political undertones Teaching & Advising: Prof. Shlikhar has extensive experience in Russian language pedagogy, including immersive programs like the Summer Language Institute at the University of Pittsburgh. She previously served as Russian Major Undergraduate Advisor at Pitt and focuses on curriculum design and assessment. Labs/Teams: Her research group examines post-Soviet cultural narratives through film and literary analysis, with an emphasis on Ukraine-Russia dynamics. Collaborations include international symposia on memory studies and language education.

Venise Berryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• African American Cultural Criticism
• Media Studies
• Race and Media Representation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Venise Berry is a Professor in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Iowa, part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Radio, TV, and Film from the University of Texas at Austin, with earlier degrees from the University of Iowa. Her research focuses on African American Cultural Criticism, particularly her theory of 'racialism,' examining media's impact on African American imagery and messages. Berry is also an acclaimed author of bestselling novels, including So Good and All of Me , and has co-authored works like The 50 Most Influential Black Films with her brother, S. Torriano Berry. Berry's educational background includes a BA (1977) and MA (1979) in journalism and communication studies from the University of Iowa, followed by her Ph.D. (1989) from the University of Texas. Her professional career bridges media, academia, and creative writing, with a focus on racial representation in media and popular culture. Her research interests span media representation, African American film and music, youth culture, and race relations. She has published extensively, including The Historical Dictionary of African American Film and co-edited Mediated Messages and African-American Culture , which won the Meyers Center Award in 1997. Berry also conducts workshops on writing popular novels and seminars on topics like racialism, wellness, and Black music as communication. Berry has received awards such as the Creative Contribution to Literature Award (2003) and the Iowa Author Award (2001). Her interdisciplinary work bridges academia, creative writing, and public engagement, reflecting her commitment to cultural critique and empowerment.

Edith Brunetteمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Political Theory
• Cultural Studies
• Contemporary Art
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Edith Brunette is a researcher in Sociology at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and previously a doctoral student in Political Studies at the University of Ottawa. She holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Visual Arts from the Université du Québec à Montréal. Her work bridges art practice, political theory, and aesthetics, critically examining the intersections of art, freedom, and systemic inequities. She has been awarded prestigious scholarships from the CRSH and the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation. Education: PhD Candidate, Political Studies, University of Ottawa (2024) Maitrise en arts visuels et médiatiques, Université du Québec à Montréal (2011) Baccalauréat en arts visuels et médiatiques, Université du Québec à Montréal (2002) Research Interests: Her research focuses on conceptions of freedom in Canadian contemporary art, cultural appropriation debates, and the political agency of artists. She co-founded the activist initiative Journée sans culture and edited works linking art to social justice. Her methodologies blend artistic practice with theoretical frameworks from Hannah Arendt and poststructuralist thought. Key Contributions: Explored tensions between artistic autonomy and systemic racism in Quebec’s cultural sector Analyzed the Council of the Arts of Canada’s avoidance of contentious debates Examined collective voice in theater through works like *No One Gives a F**K About a Cop* Awards & Grants: J.-A. Bombardier Scholarship (CRSH) Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Fellowship Labs/Initiatives: Co-founder of Journée sans culture (2015), a day of collective reflection and strike action in Montreal’s cultural sector. Collaborated on projects like *Aller à, faire avec, passer pareil* (2021), exploring inhabiting inhospitable worlds through art.

• Digital Citizenship
• Child Development
• Arts Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emma Jayakumar is a Researcher at Edith Cowan University's School of Arts and Humanities, focusing on interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of digital citizenship, child development, and arts education. Her work explores how technology shapes children's experiences in post-pandemic public spaces, parent-child interactions with digital media, and innovative methods for amplifying youth voices in research. She has led international collaborations, such as the Children’s Digital Citizenship Project across India, Korea, and Australia, emphasizing cross-cultural policy frameworks and child-centered approaches. Her research spans creative arts practices, including operatic composition for children and adapting literary works into emotionally engaging theater. She employs participatory methodologies, such as using toy bricks as communicative tools, to foster youth participation in qualitative studies. Her contributions bridge education, media studies, and public policy, advocating for inclusive digital literacy frameworks and culturally responsive practices. Recent studies highlight trends in post-pandemic public pedagogy, digital risk perceptions among parents, and interdisciplinary spatial analyses. While no specific awards are listed, her work reflects sustained engagement with global challenges in children’s digital well-being and arts education innovation.

Elizabeth A Pentlandمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Renaissance Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Global Shakespeare
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth A Pentland is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at York University, Canada, and currently serves as the Associate Dean, Academic for the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (2024–present). She holds a Ph.D. in English Literature from Stanford University, and M.A. and B.A. degrees from the University of Toronto. Her research specializes in Renaissance literature and Shakespeare, focusing on transnational literary exchanges between England and France during the French civil wars. She is particularly known for her work on the emergence of the 'French Cannibal' trope in early modern English literature and her analyses of French women in Shakespeare’s plays. Her teaching expertise includes courses on Shakespeare, global adaptations of his works, Early Modern political theory, and travel literature. She has been nominated for both the LA&PS Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching and the President's University-Wide Teaching Award. She also contributes to the Stratford Seminar Society, a community group collaborating with the Stratford Festival. Her scholarship spans refereed articles, book chapters, encyclopedia entries, and reviews. Recent publications include contributions to Palgrave Encyclopedia of Global Shakespeare and analyses of French responses to the Battle of Agincourt in King Henry V . Her work explores themes of cultural negotiation, national identity, and early modern political thought. Elizabeth’s research interests intersect with travel literature, Reformation Studies, and the French Wars of Religion. She has presented at conferences such as the Shakespeare Association of America, addressing topics like global Shakespearean performance ethics and the role of embodied difference in theatrical production.

David Clareمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Irish Drama and Theatre
• Irish Protestant Identities
• Irish Women’s Writing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Clare is a Lecturer in Drama and English at Mary Immaculate College (MIC), affiliated with the Faculty of Arts. He holds a BA from Boston University, an MA and PhD from University College Dublin (UCD). His research focuses on Irish Drama and Theatre, Irish Protestant identities, Irish women’s writing, eighteenth-century Ireland, diasporic literature, music and performance, and Irish film/television. He has contributed to critical analyses of Bernard Shaw, Eugene O’Neill, and contemporary playwrights like Martin McDonagh. His work often explores national identity, cultural politics, and generational conflicts in Irish cultural production. Dr. Clare has edited anthologies, such as Across Borders and Time: Jonathan Swift , and reviewed significant works in theatre history. He collaborates on projects like the New Books in Irish Studies podcast, advancing interdisciplinary Irish Studies. Key research outputs include studies on George Farquhar’s post-independence adaptations, generational dynamics in Friel and McDonagh, and cosmopolitan themes in Shaw’s journalism. His scholarship bridges historical and contemporary theatre, emphasizing transnational and intercultural dimensions. Dr. Clare actively supervises postgraduate students and engages with global theatre trends, as seen in his analysis of Rasha Fadhil’s Ishtar in Baghdad . His academic activities reflect a commitment to both traditional and modern approaches to drama studies. No scientific awards are listed, but his contributions to Irish Studies are recognized through peer-reviewed publications and editorial roles. He maintains an active profile in academic networks, contributing to conferences and interdisciplinary collaborations. Dr. Clare’s teaching and research underscore MIC’s mission to foster critical engagement with arts and culture, particularly in an Irish and international context.

Eugene McNultyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Irish Literature
• Theatre History
• Postcolonial Writing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof Eugene McNulty is a Professor in the School of English at Dublin City University (DCU), specializing in Irish literature, theatre history, postcolonial writing, and the intersections of law and cultural production. He holds a PhD and MA from the University of Kent (Canterbury), and previously taught at St Patrick's College and the University of Portsmouth. His current roles include co-Chair of the Irish Humanities Alliance's Legal Humanities Working Group and co-Chair of the Irish Network for the Legal Humanities. Education: PhD and MA from the Centre for Colonial and Postcolonial Research, University of Kent (Canterbury) Research Interests: Focus on Irish literary history, European theatre traditions, postcolonial transnationalism, and legal humanities. Current projects investigate the representation of law in 20th-century Irish literature and the impact of partition on Irish literary imagination. Supervises doctoral work in Irish cultural history, European theatre, and postcolonial transnationalism. Professional Roles: Former Associate Dean for Research (2016–2020) in DCU's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Chair of the Irish Humanities Alliance (2019–2020) Editorial Board Member of Studia Hibernica Advising & Grants: Active in doctoral supervision and research governance, though specific grants are not detailed here. Labs/Teams: Leads interdisciplinary initiatives through the Irish Humanities Alliance's Legal Humanities group and collaborates on transnational cultural projects.