جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Career Development
• Psychology
• Agricultural Workforce
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rebecca Black is a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Southern Queensland, affiliated with the Centre for Health Research. She holds a BSc(Hons), MPsych, and PhD from USQ. Her work focuses on career development in agricultural and mechanical trade sectors, emphasizing regional employment dynamics and vocational education. She has contributed to studies on employability among essential workers and university students, as well as career motivations in agricultural occupations. Education: BSc(Hons) in Psychology, University of Southern Queensland Master of Psychology, University of Southern Queensland PhD in Psychology, University of Southern Queensland Research Interests: Rebecca’s research explores career pathways in agriculture and regional workforce development. Her projects apply theories like Social Cognitive Career Theory to understand motivations and barriers in mechanical trade roles. She advocates for practical career strategies over traditional marketing campaigns to attract talent to agricultural sectors. Recent Outputs: Her work includes empirical studies on agricultural mechanical trade workers (2025), comparative employability analyses (2024), and critiques of agricultural workforce policy (2022). Her 2020 thesis examined motivations of mechanical trade workers in regional Australia. Awards: No scientific awards listed. Advising & Grants: Currently supervising one doctoral student (2024) as an Associate Supervisor on a project about women’s persistence in early career sales roles. No grant details provided. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Centre for Health Research, focusing on interdisciplinary health and workforce studies.

Thomas D Akoensiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Penology
• Organisational Behaviour
• Legitimacy in Criminal Justice
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Thomas D Akoensi is a Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Kent's School of Social Sciences. He holds a PhD and MPhil in Criminology from the University of Cambridge and a BA in Psychology from the University of Ghana. His research focuses on penology, organisational behaviour in criminal justice systems, and legitimacy in corrections, with a regional emphasis on Ghanaian institutions. He currently collaborates with Dr Amy Nivette (Nuffield College, Oxford) on a project examining legitimacy and informal social control in Accra communities. Dr Akoensi teaches on the BA Criminal Justice and Criminology programme, covering modules related to policy, penology, and criminal justice systems. He is a member of the American Society of Criminology and the Global Prisons Research Network. His work explores prison officer well-being, including studies on work-family conflict, job satisfaction, and perceptions of self-legitimacy. He has conducted systematic reviews on drug treatment programmes and juvenile justice interventions across Europe, contributing to evidence-based policy frameworks. Recent research addresses the impact of the pandemic on Ghanaian prisons and the barriers faced by individuals with criminal records in employment. Notable collaborations include studies on Ghanaian correctional systems, police legitimacy in developing nations, and the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs. Dr Akoensi’s interdisciplinary approach combines qualitative and quantitative methods, addressing both theoretical and applied dimensions of criminal justice challenges.

Stephen B. Kaplanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Political Economy
• Comparative Political Economy
• Political Economy of Global Finance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephen B. Kaplan is an Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at Georgetown University, with affiliations to the Institute for International Economic Policy. His research focuses on international political economy, particularly the political economy of global finance, China’s foreign investment strategies, and Latin American political economy. He has authored award-winning books, including *Globalizing Patient Capital* (2021) and *Globalization and Austerity Politics in Latin America* (2013), and has published in leading journals like *The Journal of Politics* and *World Development*. His work has been featured in major media outlets such as *The Atlantic*, *Foreign Policy*, and *The Washington Post*. Education: PhD from Yale University, MS from Georgetown University, and a BA from Tufts University. Prior to academia, he was a senior economic researcher at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, focusing on global finance and emerging markets. His honors include the 2023 Luciano Tomassini Book Award, Wilson Center Fellowship, and APSA Mancur Olson Award. Research interests span China’s state-led finance, international indebtedness, and the political economy of macroeconomic policymaking. Current projects include a book on China’s financial statecraft in Latin America and analysis of the Federal Reserve’s mandate trilemma. He teaches courses like International Political Economy and Political Economy of Latin America. Grants and awards include the Minerva Research Initiative Grant (2015–2021), Smith-Richardson Fellowship (2014–2021), and Princeton University post-doctoral fellowship. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical studies, emphasizing global financial governance and development finance.

• Comparative Political Economy
• Immigration Politics
• Welfare State Policies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gerda Hooijer is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Comparative Political Economy at the Department of Political Science, University College London (UCL). Previously, she was a postdoctoral fellow at Princeton University’s Niehaus Center for Globalization and Governance. She holds a DPhil (PhD) in Politics from the University of Oxford. Her research focuses on comparative political economy, immigration politics, and welfare state policies. Key themes include the impact of immigration on support for welfare systems, racial-ethnic legacies in immigration politics, and global inequalities. Recent work examines how the pandemic exacerbated existing disparities and reshaped border policies. Her publications span journals like Perspectives on Politics , Political Science & Politics , and British Journal of Political Science , with a focus on migration, welfare state dynamics, and global North inequalities. She also contributes to edited volumes such as The Oxford Handbook of Welfare States . Hooijer teaches courses on comparative political economy, redistribution politics, immigration policy, and research design. No academic awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials.

Maria Cristina Moralesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology of Latinxs
• U.S.-Mexico Border Studies
• Structural Inequality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria Cristina Morales is a Professor in the Department of Sociology & Anthropology at the University of Texas at El Paso, College of Liberal Arts . Her research critically examines how Latinx ethnicity intersects with social statuses and institutions, particularly along the U.S.-Mexico border , using quantitative and qualitative methodologies while prioritizing reflexive and theory-driven approaches . Education: PhD in Sociology, Texas A&M University (2004) Research Focus includes structural violence at the U.S.-Mexico border, environmental hazard perceptions near border ports, and gender/sexuality dynamics . Her publications and presentations bridge border studies, immigration, labor rights, and environmental justice . Recent projects include decolonizing survey research and Latinxs on the Margins (forthcoming). Scientific Awards include the Norma Williams Distinguished Service Award (2024), UT Regents Outstanding Teaching Award (2016), and multiple recognitions from the Southwestern Sociological Association and Building Scholars programs. Grants highlight her leadership in National Science Foundation and North American Development Bank funded projects addressing sociological issues, air quality assessment , and data accessibility for vulnerable communities.

• Engineering Education
• Gender Inclusivity in Engineering
• Industry Engagement in Engineering Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sally Male is an Adjunct Professor at The University of Western Australia and holds a position as Professor and Director of the Teaching and Learning Laboratory at The University of Melbourne. Her research focuses on engineering education, gender inclusivity, and industry engagement, with a particular emphasis on curriculum development and student experience improvement. She has led multiple national projects funded by organizations like the Australian Government Office for Learning and Teaching and the National Centre for Student Equity in Higher Education. Her educational background includes a PhD examining industry perceptions of engineering graduate competencies. She has extensive teaching experience, including supervising PhD students, coordinating engineering design projects, and developing workshops on curriculum design. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in fostering inclusive and equitable education systems. Research Interests: Engineering Education, Gender Inclusivity, Threshold Concepts, Work Integrated Learning, Industry-Academia Collaboration Grants: National Centre for Student Equity in Higher Education (2017) Australian Government Office for Learning & Teaching (2015–2013) UWA Education Research Seed Funding (2013) Awards: AAEE Award for Engineering Education Research Design (2021), Best Student Paper (2020) Her contributions extend to editorial roles, including serving as Editor-in-Chief of the Australasian Journal of Engineering Education . She actively promotes STEM education equity and has published over 90 research outputs, emphasizing practical solutions for enhancing student capabilities and societal impact.

Mark Griffinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organizational Behavior
• Workplace Safety
• Leadership
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mark Griffin is a Professor and Director of the Future of Work Institute at Curtin University’s Faculty of Business and Law. His research focuses on organizational performance, leadership, workplace safety, and employee well-being. He holds a PhD from Pennsylvania State University and has held academic positions at institutions including the University of Queensland and the University of Sheffield. Griffin’s research spans multilevel modeling, safety climate, and leadership behaviors. He has managed large-scale projects across industries like healthcare, energy, and construction, emphasizing practical applications of theory. His work has been published in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Applied Psychology and Academy of Management Journal . Key awards include Fellowships from the Australian Academy of Social Sciences and the US Society for Industrial/Organizational Psychology. He has also served as an editor for major journals including the Journal of Management and Organizational Psychology Review . Griffin’s current role at the Future of Work Institute promotes productive and meaningful work in the digital age, addressing societal and economic challenges through collaborative research. His work integrates psychological and systems perspectives to advance organizational practices and workplace well-being.

• Poverty and Inequality
• Public Economics
• Labor Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James X. Sullivan is a Professor of Economics at the University of Notre Dame and Co-Founder and Director of the Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO), which partners with service providers and policymakers to develop scalable anti-poverty solutions. He serves on the National Poverty Research Center Advisory Board and was recently appointed to the U.S. Commission on Social Impact Partnerships. His educational background includes: B.A. in Economics from the University of Notre Dame (1993) M.A. in Economics from Northwestern University (1997) Ph.D. in Economics from Northwestern University (2002) Sullivan's research centers on poverty measurement, consumption behavior of low-income households, and rigorous evaluation of anti-poverty programs using administrative data and randomized trials. His work addresses critical gaps in understanding real-time poverty dynamics, inequality trends, and program effectiveness. He emphasizes methodological rigor in handling sensitive data while maintaining privacy standards, particularly in evaluating welfare reforms and emergency assistance programs. Recent publications reveal a strong focus on experimental evaluation of interventions targeting homelessness prevention, community college completion, and emergency financial assistance. His work consistently bridges academic research and policy implementation, with increasing emphasis on longitudinal studies of welfare reform impacts and real-time poverty measurement during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the source materials. As an educator, Sullivan teaches Intermediate Microeconomics and Advanced Labor Economics at the undergraduate level and Graduate Public Economics. Through LEO, he mentors students in evidence-based poverty research and provides guidance for economics PhD preparation. LEO's operations involve multiple grant-funded partnerships with community organizations to implement and evaluate poverty-reduction programs. The Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO) serves as Sullivan's primary research hub, coordinating collaborations between economists, service providers, and government agencies. Current LEO initiatives include evaluating comprehensive case management for high school students and studying the employment effects of emergency financial assistance, reflecting Sullivan's commitment to translating research into actionable anti-poverty strategies.

Martin Richمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Management Education
• Educational Technology
• Pedagogical Scholarship
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Martin Rich is an Associate Professor in Information Technology at Bayes Business School, part of City St George's, University of London. He holds a BSc from Birkbeck, an MBA and PhD from City University London, and completed the 'Leaders in Learning and Teaching' program (2018–2019). His research focuses on management education innovation, particularly addressing challenges posed by rapid technological and societal changes. He has pioneered approaches to integrate formal and informal learning, leveraging technology to enhance engagement and adaptability in management education. Key research interests include personalized education, millennials' learning needs, and leveraging AI and interactive technologies in post-pandemic teaching. He has supervised students like Richard Jones (PhD in Economics of SAP) and Ibrahim Dawoud (Knowledge Management). Rich has been a Course Director for the BSc Business Management program since 2012 and actively contributes to editorial boards of journals like the Electronic Journal of Business Research Methods . His awards include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2016). Recent work explores generative AI in education and student use of interactive tech in lectures. Rich’s publications span over 25 years, emphasizing pedagogical innovation, simulation-based learning, and reflective practices in business education.

Rainer K. Silbereisenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Human Development
• Developmental Psychology
• Dynamic Interactionism
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Rainer K. Silbereisen is a Research Professor of Developmental Psychology at Friedrich Schiller University Jena , Director of the Center for Applied Developmental Science , and Adjunct Professor of Human Development at Pennsylvania State University . He has held faculty positions at Technical University Berlin, Justus Liebig University Giessen, and Penn State, alongside leadership roles at the Gesis social science infrastructure company and the University of Haifa Board of Governors. Research Focus: Human development across lifespan, dynamic interactionism, social change impacts, acculturation of immigrants, entrepreneurship, and biobehavioral aspects of adolescence. Applications: Prevention of maladjustment, promotion of positive development, and social policy relevance. International Collaborations: Comparative studies in Germany, Poland, Israel, and post-Soviet states. Funding Sources: German National Science Foundation, W.T. Grant Foundation, Jacobs Foundation, and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. Scientific Recognition: Member of Academia Europaea and Erfurt Academy of Sciences Fellow of American Psychological Association and Association for Psychological Science 2012 ISSBD Distinguished Scientific Award 2014 EARA Lifetime Award Academic Leadership: Past-President of ISSBD, German Psychological Society, and IUPsyS. Editor of European Psychologist and American Psychologist Associate Editor. Directed large-scale networks on immigration and social change.

Marc Collinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Electoral phenomena
• Political parties
• Policymaking
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Marc Collinson is a Teaching Associate in the School of History, Law and Social Sciences at Bangor University, where he serves as Program Lead for BA Politics. An active political historian specializing in post-war Britain, his research examines electoral phenomena, political parties, and policymaking processes with particular attention to the interplay between local communities and national political forces. Dr Collinson completed his PhD on 'Commonwealth Immigration, Policymaking, and the Labour party, c. 1960-1980' at Bangor University (2013-2019) followed by a PGCertHE (2014-2018). He was appointed to his current position in 2020 after several years as a part-time Tutor in the School. His scholarly interests focus on three interconnected themes: locality and representative politics, power dynamics in institutional policymaking, and national policy responses at the local level. Much of his recent work examines electoral contests like Smethwick (1964), nuclear power development in North Wales, and local government reform following the 1972 Act. His research demonstrates how national political narratives are shaped and reshaped through local experiences and interpretations. Dr Collinson's publications span political history journals, local history transactions, and biographical dictionaries, with notable recent contributions to Journal of Liberal History, Southern History, and British Journal of Educational Studies. His work frequently bridges academic research with public engagement through media contributions and community lectures. Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2018-present) Associate Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (2022-present) Duncan Tanner Bursary recipient (2015, 2016) History Workshop Research Support Grant (2016) IHR Friends Bursary (2016) Midland History Travel Bursary (2019) As an educator, Dr Collinson teaches modules including 'Britain: Blitz to Brexit,' 'Twentieth Century Dictatorships,' and 'Europe, 1945-1992.' His pedagogical research focuses on enhancing employability through history education, with publications in Innovative Practice in Higher Education (2021) and Journal of Teaching and Learning for Graduate Employability (2024). He has supervised undergraduate research projects through the university's internship program and serves on editorial boards including Transactions of the Historic Society of Lancashire and Cheshire. Dr Collinson actively collaborates with researchers at Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Manchester, and local heritage organizations in North Wales. His current projects include completing a monograph on Smethwick under contract with Routledge, researching nuclear policy impacts in North Wales with Dr Mari Wiliam, and examining Manchester politics following the 1972 Local Government Act with Dr Bertie Dockerill and Prof. Peter Shapely.

Richard A. Settersten, Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Life Course Studies
• Aging and Gerontology
• Transitions to Adulthood
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Richard A. Settersten, Jr., is a University Distinguished Professor of Life Course and Human Development at Oregon State University, where he has held leadership roles including Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, Interim Dean of the College of Health, and founding Director of the Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children & Families. A graduate of Northwestern University, he previously served as Professor of Sociology at Case Western Reserve University. His work focuses on life-course studies, aging, and transitions across adulthood, informed by interdisciplinary research and policy collaboration. Key affiliations include the School of Human Development and Family Sciences, the Center for Healthy Aging Research, and the MacArthur Foundation’s Research Network on Transitions to Adulthood. His research has been supported by NIH divisions and foundations like MacArthur and Bill & Melinda Gates. He co-led Oregon’s Family Impact Seminars, influencing state policies such as expanded EITC for young families and rent control. He holds fellowships at institutions like the Max Planck Institute for Human Development and received an honorary doctorate from the University of Lausanne (2022). Research interests span life-course transitions, longitudinal studies, social policy, and generational dynamics. Notable books include *Living on the Edge* (2021) and *Not Quite Adults* (2010). Awards include the Matilda White Riley Distinguished Scholar Award and OSU’s Impact Award for Outstanding Scholarship. Current activities include a Stanford University fellowship on 'Education and Learning for Longer Lives.' His work bridges academic rigor with policy impact, emphasizing social norms, intergenerational connections, and resilience in the face of societal change.

Andreea Onigaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Digital Marketing
• Digital Consumer Behaviour
• Social Media Marketing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andreea Oniga is an Assistant Professor in Digital Marketing at Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University, UK, a position she has held since January 2024. She is affiliated with the School of Social Sciences and actively contributes to teaching, research, and academic leadership. She currently serves as Programme Director for the MSc Digital Marketing and MSc Digital Marketing with Advanced Practice programs. Her educational background includes a PhD and an MLitt in Marketing from the University of St Andrews. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and holds a PGCert in Higher Education Teaching, underscoring her commitment to academic excellence. Her research centers on digital marketing , digital consumer behaviour , social media message strategies , online communities , and sustainable behaviour . She explores how digital platforms influence consumer decisions and how marketing can promote environmentally responsible actions. Her work bridges academic theory and industry practice, particularly in digital strategy and customer experience. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on digital research infrastructure, crowdfunding for social sciences, sustainable consumption, and marketing communications. Her work spans interdisciplinary themes including behavioral science, education, and digital innovation, often employing qualitative and user-centered research methods. Her scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy She has supervised academic projects and received funding through a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP), demonstrating strong industry collaboration. She is currently accepting PhD students and continues to lead impactful research aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Her teaching includes digital marketing, analytics, and customer experience courses. She is actively involved in research networks and has contributed to initiatives such as the TRIPLE project, focusing on open science and researcher needs across Europe.

• Psychological Contracts
• Role Identities
• Self-Concepts
• +۵ مورد دیگر

LOW Chin Heng is a Senior Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University. He holds a Ph.D. in Business and Management from the University of South Australia and is a full-time faculty member with a focus on psychological contracts, career transitions, and experiential learning. Education: 2013: Ph.D. in Business and Management, University of South Australia Research Interests: LOW’s work explores psychological contracts, role identities, self-concepts, and career stage transitions. He emphasizes experiential learning methodologies, such as game-based training and improvisational theatre, to enhance business education and organizational well-being. His research bridges theory and practice, addressing contemporary challenges in human resources and organizational dynamics. Awards & Recognition: Singapore Management University Teaching Excellence (Outstanding Adjunct) Award (2024, 2021) Dean’s Teaching Honour List (2018–2024) National Day Awards: Commendation Medal (2015) University of South Australia Doctoral Scholars Awards (2009, 2011) Publications: His recent work includes innovative pedagogical tools like HeroClix® for human capital management and shared leadership through improvisational theatre. Earlier research focuses on psychological contracts across career stages, emphasizing employee expectations and organizational obligations. Advising & Grants: No formal advisees listed. No grant details provided. Labs/Teams: No specific labs or research teams mentioned, though his work aligns with broader initiatives in organizational behaviour and business education at LKCSB.

• Public Policy
• Public Management
• Public Sector Innovation
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Ivy Liu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Policy Leadership at the University of Mississippi, where she contributes to research and teaching in public policy and management. Her work focuses on public sector innovation, policy learning, and crisis response across state and local governments. Her research interests include: Public sector innovation and economic development Policy diffusion and intergovernmental learning Disaster and public health emergency response Executive leadership in policy-making Advanced quantitative methods in public administration Dr. Liu's recent research employs synthetic control methods, network analysis, and spatial econometrics to evaluate policy impacts. Her publications span topics such as mask policy termination during the pandemic, disaster relief allocation, and corporate tax policy effects on employment, reflecting a strong trend toward rigorous empirical analysis of timely and complex public policy challenges. She has received research support from the CDC’s Public Health Extreme Events Research (PHEER) initiative. Dr. Liu is actively engaged in the academic community, serving on the American Political Science Association’s Section on Public Policy committee and reviewing for top journals in the field. She teaches undergraduate courses in policy research methods and policy design. Her professional affiliations include: American Political Science Association American Society for Public Administration Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management Public Health Extreme Events Research Center Public Management Research Association Dr. Liu holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Management from The Ohio State University, with graduate minors in economics and statistics.