جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Nostalgia
• Intermediality
• Ecocriticism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Niklas Salmose is a Professor at the Department of Languages , Linnaeus University , Sweden. His research integrates Nostalgia , Intermediality , and Ecocriticism , focusing on Environmental Humanities and Modernist Literature . PhD in English from the University of Edinburgh (2012) Visiting Professor at UCLA (Autumn 2018) Vice-Chair of Department of Languages (Linnaeus University) Co-coordinator of the graduate school MIDWorld (Swedish Research Council-funded) His recent work explores the intersection of Climate Crisis and Intermediality through monographs like Mediations of Nostalgia: Aesthetics, Intermediality, Ecology (Edinburgh UP, 2024). He co-edits special issues on Ecological Emergencies and Blue-Eco Stories with journals Humanities and Textus . Salmose supervises four PhD projects on topics ranging from Intermedial Ecocriticism to Western Imperialism and Nostalgic Aesthetics . He is a member of the Linnaeus University Centre for Intermedial and Multimodal Studies and leads projects like Future Food Cultures in the Anthropocene and IMS Green . His publications span Climate Crisis , Anthropocene , Nordic Noir , and Sensorial Aesthetics , with notable works in The Palgrave Handbook of Intermediality , The Routledge Handbook of Nostalgia , and Contemporary Ecocritical Methods . Salmose is actively involved in editorial boards for Humanities and Text Matters , and serves on the executive board of the F. Scott Fitzgerald Society .

Laura U. Marksمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Media Art and Philosophy
• Experimental Media
• Film Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Laura U. Marks is the Grant Strate University Professor in the School for the Contemporary Arts at Simon Fraser University (SFU), located on unceded Coast Salish territory. Her work bridges media art, philosophy, and environmental sustainability, with a focus on small-footprint media and intercultural studies. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and has held visiting roles at institutions like Harvard University and Zurich University for the Arts. Education: PhD (1996) and MA (1994) in Visual and Cultural Studies from the University of Rochester; BA (1987) in Art History and Sociology from Swarthmore College. Research interests include experimental media, film theory, Islamicate visual traditions, and the environmental impact of digital media. Her recent projects, funded by a Guggenheim Fellowship, explore mitigating streaming media’s carbon footprint through small-file workflows. Key publications include The Fold: From Your Body to the Cosmos (2024) and Hanan al-Cinema: Affections for the Moving Image (2015). Recent talks include keynote addresses at the Eco Media Footprints workshop (Jönköping University, 2025) and the Saudi Film Festival (2025). She co-founded the Substantial Motion Research Network (2018) and the Small File Media Festival, advocating for low-carbon media practices. Awards include the College Art Association’s Mather Award (2017) and the SFU Leadership Award (2021). She actively participates in SFU’s Faculty for Palestine and Council on Islamophobia.

Jacob Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Media History
• Sound Studies
• Environmental Media
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacob Smith is a Professor and Associate Department Chair in the Department of Radio/Television/Film at Northwestern University's School of Communication, where he also directs the Master of Arts in Sound Arts and Industries program. His academic foundation includes a PhD in Communication and Culture from Indiana University. Smith's scholarly identity centers on the cultural history of media with specialized expertise in sound studies and environmental media, exploring intersections between auditory cultures, ecological systems, and technological evolution. Research trajectories reveal a sustained investigation into sound's role across historical and contemporary contexts—from phonograph cultures to digital sonic environments—with increasing emphasis on media ecology and the Anthropocene since 2015. His work bridges academic rigor and creative practice through experimental audiobooks that challenge traditional scholarly formats. Smith's publications demonstrate consistent innovation in media historiography, particularly regarding radio's evolution and sound's environmental dimensions. Recent outputs (2016-2020) coalesce around three thematic clusters: aeroecology/wildlife sound (e.g., Lightning Birds ), post-network media infrastructures (e.g., Travels with Jack ), and critical examinations of sound citizenship (e.g., Indian Sound Culture ). His scholarly impact is recognized through prestigious awards: SCMS Anne Friedberg Innovative Scholarship Award (2022) for Lightning Birds: An Aeroecology of the Airwaves Kraszna-Krausz Best Moving Image Book Award (2017) for Anatomy of Sound: Norman Corwin and Media Authorship Association for Recorded Sound Collections Award (2012) for Spoken Word: Postwar American Phonograph Cultures As program director, Smith advises MA candidates in Sound Arts and Industries while teaching graduate/undergraduate courses spanning recording industry history, environmental media, and sound studies. His editorial collaborations (e.g., Indian Sound Culture ) indicate significant interdisciplinary grant activity, though specific funding details aren't provided. The MA program he co-founded functions as a nexus for sound-art experimentation, connecting academic research with creative industry practices through studio-based learning.

Jennifer Lynn Petersonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film History
• Media Studies
• Environmental Media
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Lynn Peterson is a Professor in the Filmmaking program at Woodbury University's School of Media, Culture, and Design, where she teaches courses in Cinema and Media Studies. Her academic career includes a previous position as a tenured Associate Professor in the Film Studies Program at the University of Colorado Boulder, and adjunct teaching roles at UC Riverside, UCLA, CalArts, and USC. Education: PhD, University of Chicago MA, University of Chicago BA, University of California, Berkeley Jennifer Peterson is a film historian whose research focuses on the relationship between media and the environment. Her work explores how cinema and other visual media have shaped environmental consciousness and conservation efforts throughout history. She examines topics such as travelogues, sponsored films, government documentaries, and experimental cinema through an ecological lens, revealing how moving images have influenced public understanding of nature and environmental issues. Her scholarship bridges film history with environmental humanities, creating a distinctive interdisciplinary approach that has gained recognition in both fields. Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on environmental media history, with particular attention to early nonfiction film, nature conservation movements, and the Anthropocene. Her articles span topics from mountain roadbuilding in US government films to air pollution documentaries and the representation of redwood forests. This body of work establishes her as a leading scholar at the intersection of film studies and environmental humanities, with special expertise in how visual media shapes ecological awareness across different historical periods. Advising and Grants: While specific details about her current advisees are not provided in the available information, Professor Peterson has extensive experience mentoring students through her teaching positions at multiple institutions. Her scholarly work has been supported through academic appointments and likely research grants related to her publications on film history and environmental media. Her position as a full professor suggests active involvement in departmental committees, curriculum development, and potentially directing student theses or dissertations, though specific details are not mentioned in the available materials.

Elena Pastمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary Italian Literature
• Italian Cinema
• Ecomedia Studies
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Elena Past is a Professor of Italian at Wayne State University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Classical and Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures. She holds a Ph.D. (2005), M.A. (2000), and B.A. (1998) from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on contemporary Italian literature and cinema, ecomedia studies, environmental humanities, posthumanism, animal studies, and Italian crime fiction. Current projects include studies on Ferrania Film and the environmental implications of analog film production. Past has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award (2021–22), the American Academy in Rome's Rome Prize (2021–22), and the MLA Marraro Prize (2020). Her publications include Italian Ecocinema Beyond the Human (2019) and edited volumes like Italy and the Environmental Humanities (2018). Recent articles explore petroculture, cinematic resistance in Basilicata, and environmental justice in Italian cinema. Past also collaborates with the Abruzzo Film Commission, mentoring students in translation and cultural preservation projects. Education: Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania (2005); M.A., University of Pennsylvania (2000); B.A., University of Texas at Austin (1998) Awards: Fulbright Scholar, Rome Prize, Marraro Prize, Board of Governors Recognition Labs/Initiatives: Translation Lab (focused on Abruzzo cultural materials), Wayne State Study Abroad in Abruzzo

• Music and sound in audiovisual media
• Global history of phonography
• Ecomedia studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Elodie A. Roy is a Career Development Fellow in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures at Durham University, joining in 2024. Her role integrates research and teaching across French Language & Culture and Visual Culture disciplines. Her academic background includes a PhD from Newcastle University (International Centre for Music Studies/School of Arts and Cultures). Previous appointments span the University of Cambridge (French lectrice), Glasgow School of Art (Forum for Critical Inquiry), University of Glasgow/Scottish Graduate School for Arts and Humanities, Humboldt University of Berlin (Institut für Kulturwissenschaft), Newcastle University, and Northumbria University. Dr Roy's research centers on media and cultural theory with emphases on transnational sound history, material culture, and audiovisual memory. She champions cross-disciplinary approaches through material culture pedagogy, exploring embodied knowledge in sonic objects. Key domains include women's audiovisual labor, ecomedia studies, sensory memory, and vernacular cultural practices across global contexts. Her recent publications reveal a sustained investigation into sound media materiality, particularly shellac and library music, tracing their cultural implications from early phonography to mid-20th century screen cultures through transnational and gendered lenses. Teaching responsibilities include VISU1021 The Art of the Moving Image, FREN2061 The Francophone Imaginary, and French language modules (FREN1011-FREN3041), with administrative duties as Incoming Exchange Students Officer for French. She also publishes creative fiction in journals including The Stinging Fly and 3:AM Magazine.

Jesse Barkerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Spanish Literature
• Film Studies
• Environmental Humanities
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jesse Barker is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen, affiliated with the School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture and the Department of Hispanic Studies. He earned an MA from Tulane University and a doctoral degree from the University of British Columbia. Education: MA in Hispanic Studies, Tulane University Education: PhD, University of British Columbia His research focuses on 20th-21st century Spanish literature, film, and culture, with emphasis on environmental humanities, ecomedia, affect theory, and spirituality. His current project, Frames of Nature: Ecology and Politics in Spanish Visual Media (1928–2024) , examines ecological themes in Spanish media as reflections of political and cultural conflicts. His earlier work explored individualism and intersubjectivity, culminating in the 2017 monograph Crossroads Visions . His publications span Spanish cinema analysis (e.g., La isla mínima , Boogie Noches ), Buddhist themes in film (e.g., Spike Jonze’s Her ), and affective engagement in literature and film. He contributes to journals like the Journal of Global Buddhism and Bulletin of Hispanic Studies , as well as public engagement through The Conversation . Barker teaches Spanish language courses and topics including Spain: Texts and Contexts , youth in dictatorship-era fiction, urban culture, playful fictions (Cervantes, Borges, Cortázar), and contemporary Spanish film. He has served as Undergraduate Programme Coordinator for Spanish and Latin American Studies since 2013.

• Environmental Humanities
• Ecocriticism
• Ecomedia Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Ryan is an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the Nulungu Research Institute, University of Notre Dame Australia, and holds adjunct roles at Southern Cross University (Australia) and Susquehanna University (USA). His research bridges creative writing, literary studies, and environmental humanities, focusing on Aboriginal Australian poetry, Southeast Asian ecocriticism, and transdisciplinary plant studies. He has authored/co-authored 8 books, including Introduction to the Environmental Humanities and The Mind of Plants , and edited numerous volumes on ecocriticism and posthumanism. Research interests: Plant studies, ecocriticism, Indigenous literatures, and digital environmental humanities. Editor of Plant Perspectives and Managing Co-editor of The Trumpeter . Recipient of the 2023 Best Entry Award and 2018 Emerging Scholar Award. His work spans 93 international conference presentations, including 18 keynote addresses, and collaborations across institutions in Australia, Asia, and the Americas. Recent research included visiting fellowships in Finland, China, and Thailand.

Christy Tidwellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Speculative Fiction
• Environmental Studies
• Gender Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christy Tidwell is a Professor in the Department of Humanities at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology. Her primary research and teaching focus on speculative fiction, environmental studies, and gender studies, often integrating animal studies, disability studies, and science studies. She is the co-editor of Gender and Environment in Science Fiction (Lexington Books, 2018) and Fear & Nature: Ecohorror Studies in the Anthropocene (The Pennsylvania State University Press, 2021), and has co-edited a special issue of Science Fiction Film & Television on creature features and the environment. Her education includes a B.A. from Southwestern Adventist University, an M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Texas-Arlington. She has presented extensively at academic conferences including ASLE, MLA, and SLSA, and has been an invited speaker at the Colorado School of Mines and University of Texas at Arlington. Research interests span ecohorror, feminist science fiction, posthumanism, and environmental narratives in media. Her work critiques anthropocentric perspectives and explores intersections of gender, technology, and ecology in speculative contexts. She has received no major scientific awards mentioned in the provided texts. Dr. Tidwell mentors students through research collaborations and academic committees but no specific advisee names are listed.

Jeff Shareمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Critical Media Literacy
• Environmental Justice
• Social Justice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jeff Share is a Senior Lecturer at UCLA's Department of Education within the Graduate School of Education and Information Studies. He transitioned from photojournalism to education, earning a Ph.D. in 2006. His work focuses on critical media literacy and environmental justice, integrating these themes into K-12 and undergraduate curricula. He teaches in UCLA's Teacher Education Program and Education and Social Transformation major. Education: Ph.D. (UCLA, 2006), M.A. (Media Literacy, Vermont College, 2000), B.A. (Liberal Studies, Vermont College, 1991), A.A. (Los Angeles Valley College, 1984). Research Interests : Critical media literacy pedagogy, environmental justice education, and social justice in education. His publications include influential books like Media Literacy is Elementary and Teaching Climate Change to Adolescents . Awards : Elizabeth Thoman Service Award (2021), Leica Oskar Barnack Award (1987), World Press Photo First Prize (1987). Advising and Grants: Developed critical media literacy courses now mandatory for UCLA teacher candidates. Collaborates internationally, including Fulbright work in Argentina and training in Germany, China, and Mexico. Member of Center X and Japanese American National Museum’s Educators Advisory Committee.

Pamela J. Raderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Literary Mappings
• Contemporary North American Fiction
• Multi-ethnic Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pamela J. Rader serves as Professor of English and Director of the Center for Teaching & Learning at Georgian Court University's School of Arts, Sciences, and Education, where she has held academic appointments since 2003. Her institutional affiliation spans the Department of English & Interdisciplinary Studies, with office location at Mercedes 204. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Comparative Literature, University of Colorado at Boulder M.A. in Comparative Literature, University of Colorado at Boulder B.A. in French Studies and Art History, University of Delaware Dr. Rader's research traverses Literary Mappings (toponymy, story maps), Contemporary North American fiction with emphasis on multi-ethnic voices including indigenous, immigrant, and refugee writers, Postcolonial fiction from Africa and Australia, Contemporary poetry analysis, Environmental literature , and non-English Autofiction . Her work consistently examines intersections of place, identity, and narrative silence across diverse literary traditions. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in eco-criticism (particularly water studies and spatial narratives), postcolonial trauma theory, and interdisciplinary approaches blending cartography with literary analysis. Her scholarship frequently engages with marginalized voices through frameworks of environmental justice and cultural geography. Her scholarly recognition includes: Technology & Teaching Award (2022) Virginia Graham ’31 Award for Teaching Excellence (2015) As an educator, Dr. Rader has developed/co-developed 20+ courses ranging from foundational writing (EN111, EN221) to specialized seminars including Topics in Environmental Literature, Native American Literature, and Faculty-Led Study Abroad programs in Literary Paris and Ireland's Wicklow Way. She served as Department Chairperson (2013-2017) and Faculty Advising Fellow (2016-2019), while currently co-moderating Sigma Mu Chapter of Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society. Her leadership in pedagogical innovation is underscored by her 2024 appointment as CTL Director. Dr. Rader's international engagement includes co-leading the 2017 Faculty-Led Study Abroad program Walking the Wicklow Way in Ireland, integrating creative writing with cultural immersion and environmental exploration.

Stefano Odoricoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Interactive Documentary
• Documentary Film
• Polyphonic Practices
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stefano Odorico is a Lecturer at the Limerick School of Art and Design , Department of Digital Arts and Media. His research focuses on interactive documentary practices, polyphonic narratives, and participatory storytelling methods. His work addresses themes such as urban spaces, ecomedia, and the intersection of digital technologies with ethical storytelling. Odorico’s academic contributions span over two decades, with a strong emphasis on the evolution of documentary forms. His research explores how interactive media can foster collaborative, audience-driven narratives that challenge traditional linear storytelling. Key areas include the aesthetics of interactive documentaries, the role of polyphony in creating multivocal narratives, and the ethical dimensions of participatory filmmaking. His recent work highlights trends towards immersive spatial storytelling (e.g., urban studies case studies), ecomedia’s potential in environmental communication, and the theoretical underpinnings of interactive epistemology. These studies often combine practice-based research with critical analysis, bridging academic inquiry and creative production. While no explicit grants or awards are listed, his prolific publication record reflects sustained engagement with international conferences and academic discourse. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to climate action, social justice, and cultural preservation through innovative documentary practices.

Jason Corwinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Indigenous Studies
• Sustainability
• Environmental Justice
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jason Corwin is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Indigenous Studies and Director of Undergraduate Studies at the University at Buffalo’s Department of Indigenous Studies, within the College of Arts and Sciences. A citizen of the Seneca Nation (Deer Clan), he is a lifelong media maker and community-based educator. His work focuses on Indigenous ways of knowing, environmental justice, and digital media’s role in achieving narrative sovereignty and sustainability. Education: PhD in Natural Resources, Cornell University (2016) MS in Natural Resources, Cornell University (2010) BS in Communications, Cornell University (2002) Research Interests: Jason’s research explores the intersection of Indigenous knowledge systems, environmental education, and digital media. He emphasizes Indigenous communities’ efforts to assert narrative sovereignty, advance sustainability, and combat environmental injustice. His work often incorporates multimedia storytelling to highlight marginalized voices and foster dialogue around social and ecological equity. Recent Work: His publication in the Journal of Sustainability Education (Vol. 23, Ecomedia Literacy Special Issue) examines the Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective, showcasing how youth-driven media projects challenge systemic inequities through sustainable storytelling. Labs/Teams: Founder of the Seneca Media & Communications Center and collaborator with the Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective, he leverages digital platforms to empower Indigenous communities and amplify their narratives.

Dustin Crowleyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• African Literature
• Postcolonial Studies
• Science Fiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dustin Crowley is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Rowan University's College of Humanities & Social Sciences. He specializes in contemporary African and postcolonial literature, particularly science fiction, applying geocriticism, ecocriticism, and posthumanist frameworks. His scholarship includes the monograph Africa's Narrative Geographies (2015) and the forthcoming (Un)Real: Contemporary African Science Fiction , which examines speculative genres as tools for representing African realities and envisioning futures. Education: B.A. in English (Writing and Literature) from Graceland University (2004), M.A. and Ph.D. in Literature and Literary Theory from the University of Kansas (2008, 2013). He teaches global literature, literary theory, science fiction, and critical methods. Research focuses on spatial literary studies, including geocriticism's intersections with postcolonial theory, ecological violence in African literature, and the role of science fiction in reimagining African narratives. His work appears in journals like Research in African Literatures and Science Fiction Studies . Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advising roles listed. His courses emphasize global perspectives and critical methodologies, reflecting his engagement with transnational and environmental themes. Labs/Teams: No affiliated research groups explicitly mentioned, but his work contributes to interdisciplinary discussions in spatial and postcolonial studies.

Jason Paolo Tellesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Indigenous Media
• Ecomedia
• Communication and Sport
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jason Paolo Telles is a PhD Candidate and Assistant Lecturer at Monash University School of Media, Film and Journalism. He specializes in critical media histories, indigenous media, and Southeast Asian media studies. As Founder and Executive Director of the Southeast Asian Media Studies Association (SEAMSA), he promotes academic collaboration in media research across Southeast Asia. His work bridges media studies with environmental, cultural, and sport-related themes. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Communication (University of the Philippines Baguio) Master of Arts in Media Studies (University of the Philippines Diliman) Research focuses on indigenous media representation, ecomedia, sport communication, and media history in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. His publications analyze topics like vernacular music broadcasting, sport mega-events as national memory platforms, and environmental discourses in media. SEAMSA serves as a key platform for regional academic exchange. His work engages with marginalized communities through media studies, emphasizing cultural preservation, indigenous self-determination, and environmental advocacy. No formal grants or awards are listed, but his contributions to SEAMSA highlight collaborative academic leadership.