جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Canonical Criminal Law
• Restorative Justice
• Abuses of Power in Ecclesiastical Environments
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Professor Valeska Ferrer Usó is a canon lawyer and theologian at Comillas Pontifical University, specializing in abuse prevention in ecclesiastical environments. She coordinates the UNIJES-funded Jordán research project (since 2021) and teaches subjects including 'Christianity and Social Ethics' and 'State Ecclesiastical Law' since 2022/23. Education: Doctorate in Canon Law (2022), Law Degree (2002), Ecclesiastical Studies (2012), Expert in Neuropsychology (2017), Specialist in Spiritual Exercises (2008). Her research focuses on canonical criminal law, restorative justice, and structural analysis of abuse mechanisms in religious institutions. Recent publications address procedural reforms, memory spaces for reconciliation, and interdisciplinary abuse prevention frameworks. She practices law at Madrid's Ecclesiastical Tribunal in marriage annulment cases and contributes to the Society of Jesus' Safe Environment System team (since 2024). Her work integrates theological, legal, and neuropsychological perspectives.

Gustau Catalánمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Flexoelectricity
• Ferroelectricity
• Domain Wall Physics
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Prof. Gustau Catalán is an ICREA Research Professor and Group Leader of the Oxide Nanophysics Group at the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2). He earned his PhD in Physics from Queen’s University of Belfast (2001) and held postdoctoral positions at IMEDEA (2002–2004), University of Groningen (2004–2005), and University of Cambridge (2005–2009). Since 2009, he has led pioneering research in flexoelectricity, domain wall physics, and strain-engineered oxide materials, supported by an ERC Grant. Education: PhD in Physics, Queen’s University of Belfast (2001) BSc in Physics, Universitat de Barcelona (1997) Research Interests: Gustau Catalán's work focuses on the interplay between ferroelectricity, flexoelectricity, and metal-insulator transitions in oxide materials. His research explores how these properties manifest at reduced dimensions, with applications in nanoelectronics, photovoltaics, and smart mechanical systems. Key areas include polarization dynamics, domain wall engineering, and strain-gradient effects. Recent Publications (2024–2025): The 15 most recent articles highlight advancements in flexoelectricity (e.g., water ice and halide perovskites), domain wall dynamics (e.g., tungsten trioxide), and strain-gradient-induced photovoltaic effects. These studies span materials like PbZrO3, BaTiO3, and BiFeO3, with implications for energy harvesting, memory devices, and nanoscale actuators. Scientific Awards: ERC Grant for flexoelectricity laboratory establishment Advising and Collaborations: While specific students are not listed, Catalán collaborates extensively with researchers across Europe. His group develops novel oxide-based systems and investigates their electromechanical and optoelectronic properties. Laboratory & Team: At ICN2, he established one of the world's first flexoelectricity laboratories, leading a team that explores oxide nanophysics through advanced characterization techniques like AFM, X-ray diffraction, and electrocaloric imaging.

Bryon Aragamمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Causality
• Statistical Machine Learning
• Probabilistic Modeling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Bryon Aragam is an Associate Professor of Econometrics and Statistics and Robert H. Topel Faculty Scholar at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. His research focuses on the intersection of causality, statistical machine learning, and probabilistic modeling, with particular emphasis on applications to artificial intelligence systems including large language models like ChatGPT and generative models like DALL-E. Dr. Aragam completed his PhD in Statistics and a Masters in Applied Mathematics at UCLA, where he was an NSF graduate research fellow. Prior to joining the University of Chicago, he was a project scientist and postdoctoral researcher in the Machine Learning Department at Carnegie Mellon University. Research Focus: Causal structure learning in probabilistic generative models Key Areas: Causal machine learning, deep generative models, latent variable models, statistical learning theory Applications: AI interpretability, ethics, and fairness in artificial intelligence systems Teaching: Business Statistics, Econometrics and Statistics Colloquium His recent publications demonstrate a strong theoretical foundation combined with practical applications, particularly in understanding and improving AI systems. His work spans causal discovery, graphical models, deep learning, and latent variable modeling, with particular attention to the theoretical properties of these methods and their applications to real-world AI challenges. The research shows a progression toward increasingly complex problems in causal representation learning and AI interpretability. Scientific Awards: Robert H. Topel Faculty Scholar NSF Graduate Research Fellow Dr. Aragam's work has been published in top statistics and machine learning venues including the Annals of Statistics, Neural Information Processing Systems (NeurIPS), the International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML), and the Journal of Machine Learning Research (JMLR). His research group publishes broadly across both statistical and machine learning communities, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of his work at the intersection of statistics, machine learning, and causal inference. As a data science consultant for technology and marketing firms, Dr. Aragam has applied his expertise to problems in survey design, customer retention, logistics, and ranking, bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical applications.

Pedro Sangro Colónمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Theory
• Cinematic Montage
• Spanish Cinema History
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Pedro Sangro Colón serves as both Vice-Rector of Research and Degrees and Titular Professor of Language and Audiovisual Narrative at the Pontifical University of Salamanca's Faculty of Communication since 2008. His academic home is firmly rooted in the Audiovisual Communication and Advertising department where he has established himself as a leading scholar in film theory and audiovisual narrative. Dr. Sangro Colón earned his doctorate from Universidad Complutense de Madrid with his thesis "El concepto de 'montaje cinematográfico': una revisión de su formulación teórica" (2000), supervised by Dr. Manuel Alonso Erausquin. His research interests span cinematic montage theory, Spanish cinema history (particularly during the Francoist period and democratic transition), audiovisual narrative structures, documentary film analysis, and the intersection of cinema with psychoanalysis. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on how film constructs meaning through editing techniques and narrative frameworks. An analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a scholarly trajectory deeply engaged with Spanish cinematic history and theoretical film studies. His work frequently examines how film represents historical memory, particularly regarding Spain's transition from dictatorship to democracy, with special attention to montage techniques as tools for constructing historical narratives. More recently, he has expanded his scope to include contemporary media phenomena like the Marvel Cinematic Universe, analyzing how superhero films represent national security apparatuses and historical trauma. His extensive publication record includes numerous books, articles, and book chapters, with notable works such as "Escenas de cine, Guión y análisis" (2017), "La estética televisiva en las series contemporáneas" (2018), and "El clasicismo en el cine Una mirada Intergeneracional" (2015). His research demonstrates both theoretical sophistication and practical application to screenwriting and television production. As Vice-Rector of Research and Degrees, Dr. Sangro Colón oversees academic programs and research initiatives at the university. His leadership role complements his scholarly work by providing institutional perspective on academic innovation and research management. His recent publication "Introducción: la innovación en la Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca" (2021) reflects his engagement with contemporary challenges in higher education. His academic collaborations are extensive, with frequent co-authorship with colleagues like Juan Medina-Contreras and Miguel Ángel Huerta. His work appears in both Spanish and international journals, demonstrating his ability to engage with global film scholarship while maintaining a strong focus on Spanish and Latin American cinematic traditions.

Katarzyna Paszkiewiczمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Film Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Environmental Humanities
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Dr. Katarzyna Paszkiewicz is Associate Professor in English and Film Studies at the University of the Balearic Islands and a researcher with ADHUC – Research Center for Theory, Gender, and Sexuality at the University of Barcelona. Her work bridges film theory, cultural studies, and the environmental humanities, with a focus on ecologically oriented film analysis, videographic ecocriticism, and affect theory. She has held visiting positions at the University of Pennsylvania, University of Melbourne, University College Dublin, and Harvard University. Her research explores intersections of gender, genre, and ecology in cinema. Key projects include Cinema and Environment: Affective Ecologies in the Anthropocene and Female Filmmakers and Feminism in the Media (FEMME) , an international initiative funded by the French National Research Agency. She has contributed extensively to debates on the Final Girl trope, eco-road movies, and gender dynamics in crime fiction and horror cinema. Dr. Paszkiewicz’s recent publications interrogate petrocultural aesthetics, queer temporalities, and the ethics of care in films like Titane , The Florida Project , and American Honey . As a member of teaching innovation groups such as Lletra de Dona , she develops interdisciplinary tools for literary criticism in virtual environments. Her work emphasizes dialogue between academia and industry to advance gender equality in media.

Jordi Roca Gironaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Anthropology
• Gender Studies
• Migration Studies
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Jordi Roca Girona is a Professor at the Universitat Rovira i Virgili, specializing in Anthropology, Gender Studies, and Migration. His research focuses on binational couples, migration for love, and intercultural dynamics. He has led multiple qualitative research projects under Spain’s National Plan for R+D+i, analyzing how gender systems and global mobility shape cross-cultural relationships. His work bridges ethnography with critical theory, exploring themes like marriage migration policies, digital matchmaking platforms, and the intersection of love and globalization. He has co-authored books and articles on topics such as transnational families, gender roles in binational unions, and methodological challenges in longitudinal studies. Key projects include a 12-year investigation (2006–2018) on binational couples, examining gender relations and cultural adaptation. His methodologies emphasize fieldwork in contexts like Eastern European matchmaking agencies and virtual dating spaces, highlighting the commodification of intimacy in globalized societies. He collaborates with institutions like the Arxiu d'Etnografia de Catalunya and has advised on grants exploring maternal experiences in advanced modernity. His contributions reflect a commitment to critical cosmopolitanism, demonstrating how intimate relationships enact broader socio-cultural transformations.

Luo Maiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Systems
• Machine Learning Systems
• Data Management
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Luo Mai is an Assistant Professor at the University of Edinburgh's School of Informatics , with an upcoming promotion to Associate Professor (UK Reader) in August 2025. He leads the Large-Scale Machine Learning Systems Group and co-leads the UK EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Machine Learning Systems and an ARIA Project on Scaling AI Compute by 1000X . PhD in Computer Science (Imperial College London, 2018) MRes in Advanced Computing (Imperial College London, 2012) His research focuses on the intersection of computer systems , machine learning , and data management . Key contributions include award-winning systems like WaferLLM (wafer-scale LLM inference), Tenplex (elastic ML), and ServerlessLLM (serverless LLM serving), published at top venues (OSDI, SOSP, ICML, NeurIPS, JMLR). Recent publications demonstrate trends in GPU-based distributed systems , LLM optimization , and adaptive machine learning . His team has developed groundbreaking open-source projects including TensorLayer , TorchOpt , and ServerlessLLM . Awarded Microsoft Research StarTrack Scholar (2024) , secured ARIA grant (2024) with Imperial College & Cambridge University, and received Google Fellowship during PhD (2012-2016). As an educator, he designed Edinburgh's popular Machine Learning Systems course (150+ students). His group supervises multiple PhD students including Yao Fu (recognized as 2024 Rising Star in ML & Systems) and Leyang Xue .

Juan Medina Contrerasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Studies
• Communication
• Political Communication
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Juan Medina Contreras is a faculty member at the Faculty of Communication, University of Salamanca . He holds a Doctorate in Communication , a Degree in Journalism , an Expert in Gender and Communication , and a Master in Screenwriting and Political Image Consulting . His career spans academic research, teaching, and professional training in communication. His research focuses on film studies , political communication , gender representation , and visual rhetoric . Notable contributions include analyzing female archetypes in the [REC] saga, the portrayal of defense organizations in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the role of cinematic editing in shaping political and cultural narratives. His 15 most recent publications span 2014–2021 , with recurring themes in Spanish cinema , gender dynamics , political advertising , and historical memory . He has also explored digital photography ethics and citizen journalism challenges. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, his work includes a research study on quality of life for disabled women in Palencia (2014). He has supervised theses and contributed to books like Género negro sin límites (2019) and La estética televisiva en las series contemporáneas (2018).

• Robotics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Rehabilitation Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Dolores Blanco Rojas is a Full Professor and Deputy Director of the Systems and Automatic Engineering Department at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M). Her research focuses on robotics and biomedical engineering, particularly in the development of soft robotic exoskeletons, shape memory alloy (SMA) actuators, and rehabilitation technologies. She leads the Robotics Lab and has contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed articles. Affiliations : UC3M, Robotics Lab, Systems Engineering and Automation Department Education : Not explicitly stated in text Her research interests include: Soft Robotics : Design of wearable exoskeletons for pediatric and post-stroke patients Materials Science : SMA-based actuators for medical and robotic applications Control Systems : Adaptive control algorithms for rehabilitation devices Biomedical Engineering : Integration of sEMG signals for gesture classification in assistive technologies Recent articles explore topics like hyperparameter optimization for machine learning models, SMA actuator efficiency, and eye-hand coordination assessment systems. Projects include the development of pediatric rehabilitation robots (Discover2Walk) and soft exoskeletons for ankle and wrist mobility. Grants/Projects : SRAR (2024–2027): Soft robotics for ankle rehabilitation STRIDE-UC3M (2022–2024): Pediatric exoskeleton validation Advising : Supervised theses on SMA actuators, soft exoskeletons, and rehabilitation systems Her lab develops novel sensors and actuators, including a silver-coated polyamide sensor and multi-wire SMA actuators for high-displacement applications. Collaborations include Airbus and TechnoFusión facilities.

• Space Systems Engineering
• Computer Architecture
• Embedded Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pablo Parra Espada is an Associate Professor at the Department of Automática, University of Alcalá (Spain), affiliated with the Space Research Group (SRG-UAH). He holds a PhD from the University of Alcalá (2012) titled Integración de tecnologías de desarrollo y análisis basadas en componentes bajo un enfoque multi-plataforma , supervised by Dr. Sebastián Sánchez Prieto and Dr. Óscar Rodríguez Polo. His research focuses on space systems engineering , particularly in RISC-V processor design , embedded systems , and model-driven engineering . Key areas include hardware-software co-design for satellite systems, real-time computing, and fault-tolerant architectures. He has contributed to the Solar Orbiter mission through work on the Energetic Particle Detector (EPD) and its on-board software validation. His recent work emphasizes virtualization techniques for LEON processors, FPGA-based digital beamforming , and spaceborne phased array systems . He also explores model-driven approaches for automated configuration of ground support equipment. His interdisciplinary contributions bridge computer architecture with aerospace applications. Prof. Parra Espada has published extensively on topics such as hardware performance monitoring, memory management units for satellites, and system-level verification of space software. His work combines rigorous engineering methodologies with cutting-edge technologies to address challenges in space instrumentation and embedded systems.

Francisco Pérez Fernándezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of Psychology
• Criminal Psychology
• Cultural Anthropology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Francisco Pérez Fernández is a Professor at Camilo José Cela University (UCJC) in both Psychology and Criminology & Security departments, and holds a PhD in Philosophy & Education Sciences from Complutense University of Madrid (1997). He serves as coordinator of Criminology Degrees (2018-present), former Criminology Department Coordinator (2008-2013), and has been Academic Mentor Accreditation holder since 2008. His international collaborations include Evidentia University (Florida, USA) since 2022. PhD in Philosophy & Education Sciences (UCM, 1997) Postgraduate in Cognitive Sciences, Emotion & Stress (UCM) Accredited Academic Mentor (Spanish Mentoring Network) Civil & Commercial Mediator (UCJC) His research focuses on intersections between History of Psychology , Criminal Psychology , and Cultural Criminology , particularly examining: Crime-cultural system interactions Penitentiary system evolution Popular culture's role in criminal narratives Forensic science historical development Collective psychological phenomena Scientific contributions include establishing the Psychological Autopsy as investigative technology and developing the Method VERA behavioral analysis framework. His publications span: 15+ peer-reviewed articles (2019-2024) 6 book chapters on cultural anthropology 2 edited volumes on violence phenomena 1 book on vampire psychology 1 book on Batman's cultural origins Scientific recognition includes: 2015 In Memoriam Prof. Orozco Acquaviva Award 2016 Real Colegio de Médicos de Sevilla Award 2023 SECCIF Gold Insignia As academic leader, he has: Directed 60+ academic committees Mentored numerous doctoral candidates Coordinated postgraduate programs (2015-2016) Co-edited EduPsykhé journal Reviewed for 10+ international publications Current affiliations: Secretary of Spanish Society for the History of Psychology (SEHP, 2016-present) Member of American Psychological Association (APA) Full member of Spanish Society of Criminology and Forensic Sciences (SECCIF) Editor-in-Chief of EduPsykhé. Journal of Psychology and Education

James B Lewisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Korean-Japanese Relations
• Economic History of Korea
• Premodern Korean and Japanese Social Histories
• +۲ مورد دیگر

James B Lewis is an Associate Professor of Korean History at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Wolfson College and the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies. His research focuses on Korean-Japanese relations before 1850, economic and social histories of premodern Korea and Japan, global history, and environmental/epidemiological dynamics in East Asia. He has held leadership roles as past President of the Association for Korean Studies in Europe and the British Association for Korean Studies. His grants include an ERC Horizon 2020 project (grant 758347). Current projects involve co-authoring An Economic History of Korea, 1400 to 1900 and translating Amenomori Hôshû's Kôrin Teisei . Courses taught include Korean-Japanese history surveys, research methodologies, and classical texts analysis. His publications span monographs, edited volumes, and peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing quantitative methods, archival analysis, and cross-disciplinary approaches. Notable works include Frontier contact between Chosŏn Korea and Tokugawa Japan (2003), The East Asian War, 1592-1598 (2015), and studies on Korean economic indicators across centuries. Public lectures and media engagements include talks at the Ricci Institute and the Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation.

• Human Geography
• Landscape Studies
• Environmental Planning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joan Nogue i Font is a Professor at the Department of Geography of the University of Girona , and founder-director of the Cátedra del Bosque since 2022. He served as Dean of the Faculty of Arts (1996-2004) and former director of the Catalan Landscape Observatory (2005-2017). A specialist in Landscape and Human Geography , he has authored and edited numerous influential works, including Nacionalismo y territorio (1998) and Geopolítica, identidad y globalización (2001). Education: PhD in Geography (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona), studies at University of Wisconsin-Madison under Yi-Fu Tuan Advisory roles: Member of Advisory Council for Sustainable Development (CADS), full member of Institute of Catalan Studies (IEC) Editorial work: Co-editor of Documents d'Anàlisi Geogràfica , co-director of Paisaje y Teoría book series International experience: Adjunct Professor at Western University (Canada), visiting scholar at Harvard University (2022) His research integrates Landscape Analysis with Societal and Environmental Studies , focusing on territorial identity, sustainability, and the interplay between culture and geography. He has pioneered methodologies for landscape cataloging and participatory management, emphasizing intangible values and citizen engagement. His work bridges European landscape policies with Catalan rural transformations. Recent publications like The other rural world (2022) and Paesaggio, territorio, società civile (2017) reflect his focus on civil society and contemporary spatial dynamics. His scientific awards include: 2009 Rei Jaume I Award for Urbanism, Landscape, and Sustainability 2010 Joan Fuster Essay Award 2022 Sylvester Baxter Lecturer at Harvard University He has served on editorial boards for journals such as Bolletino della Società Geografia Italiana and Punto Sur , and collaborates with La Vanguardia and Ara media supplements.

Maria Dolors Molas Fontمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ancient History
• Gender Studies
• Mediterranean Protohistory
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Maria Dolors Molas Font is an Associate Professor of Ancient History at the University of Barcelona and a researcher at the ADHUC-Research Center of Theory, Gender and Sexuality . She co-founded and coordinates the Tàcita Muta research group on women and gender in antiquity since 1998. Her work bridges Mediterranean protohistory and gender studies in antiquity. University of Barcelona (since 1998) ADHUC Research Center (since 2016) Her research spans various subfields, including: Archaeology of Childhood Feminist Archaeology Gender Dynamics in Antiquity Iberian World Studies Classical Reception of Women Violence in Ancient Societies Article themes reveal expertise in: Homeric and Euripidean textual analysis Roman Republican settlement archaeology Slavery and power structures in antiquity Transgressive practices in classical myth Perinatal archaeology in Iberian contexts Gendered interpretations of oratory

• Irish Literature
• Gender Studies
• Postcolonial Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

María Soledad Morales Ladrón es Catedrático/a de Universidad en el Departamento de Filología Moderna de la Universidad de Alcalá. Su trabajo académico se centra en literatura irlandesa contemporánea, estudios de género, teoría postcolonial y literatura comparada. Coordinadora del Grupo de Investigación en Estudios Irlandeses Participa en el grupo Literaturas y Culturas en Lengua Inglesa Investigadora principal en múltiples proyectos sobre Irlanda Áreas de investigación incluyen: Diaspora irlandesa y multiculturalismo Estudios de género en contexto irlandés Memoria histórica en literatura Traducción y recepción literaria Relaciones entre literatura irlandesa y española Estética joyceana en literatura hispánica Publicaciones recientes abordan temas como: Ética en ficción histórica británica e irlandesa Vulnerabilidad en obras de Anna Burns Resistencia femenina en reinterpretaciones bíblicas Impacto de la crisis ecológica en narrativa irlandesa