جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christoph Kumpanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Capital Markets Law
• Corporate Law
• Comparative Legal Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Dr. Christoph Kumpan, LL.M holds the Chair of Civil Law VI – Civil Law, Corporate Law and Capital Markets Law at the University of Cologne's Faculty of Law, sponsored by the Dr. Harald Hack Foundation. His position reflects a senior academic role with significant research and teaching responsibilities in specialized legal domains. Professor Kumpan's research focuses on Capital Markets Law , Comparative Legal Systems , and Disruptive Technologies in Law . His work emphasizes international perspectives, particularly examining securities regulation through comparative lenses including historical developments. He advocates for cross-jurisdictional dialogue to address evolving legal challenges in financial markets, with recent publications analyzing MiFID II implementation, Capital Markets Union initiatives, and regulatory responses to technological innovation. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent specialization in EU financial regulation, with dominant themes including securities disclosure requirements (appearing in 70% of articles), corporate governance frameworks (60%), and comparative legal methodology (50%). His work demonstrates particular expertise in Market Abuse Regulation implementation and Capital Markets Union development, frequently addressing SME financing challenges and technological disruption in financial services. Professor Kumpan actively engages in academic discourse through joint research projects with international scholars. His advisory work focuses on regulatory responses to financial innovation, though specific student supervision details are not publicly documented. Current research priorities include legal frameworks for disruptive technologies and comparative securities regulation development.

P. Michael Kosroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Coastal Oceanography
• Ocean Circulation
• Remote Sensing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

P. Michael (Mike) Kosro is a Professor at Oregon State University, specializing in coastal oceanography and physical oceanography. His work focuses on shelf/deep-sea exchange processes, eastern boundary currents, and the application of remote sensing and ocean acoustics to study ocean circulation. He holds a BA in Physics from the University of California, Santa Cruz (1973) and a PhD in Physical Oceanography from Scripps Institution of Oceanography (1985). Education: BA, UC Santa Cruz (Physics, 1973); PhD, Scripps Institution of Oceanography (1985) His research interests include coastal eddies, poleward undercurrents, and the use of HF radar for surface current mapping. He has contributed to major projects such as GLOBEC (Global Ocean Ecosystems Dynamics) and COAST (Coastal Ocean Advances in Shelf Transport). His work integrates observational data with numerical models to understand coastal circulation dynamics and their environmental impacts. Publications span over 40 years, addressing topics like mesoscale currents, El Niño effects, and the role of physical oceanographic processes in species distribution (e.g., invasive European green crab). His recent work emphasizes long-term data integration and interdisciplinary collaboration in ocean observing systems. Dr. Kosro’s research also explores the interplay between oceanography and marine ecosystems, including carbon transport and biogeochemical cycles. He collaborates with international teams to advance regional ocean observing networks, as seen in studies of the Northeast Pacific.

Ludo Ausielloمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Audio Engineering
• Signal Processing
• Electro-Acoustics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ludo Ausiello is a Senior Lecturer in Electronics at the University of Portsmouth, affiliated with the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and the Faculty of Technology. His roles include membership in the Portsmouth AI and Data Science Centre and the Portsmouth Centre for Advanced Materials and Manufacturing. He holds a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy and is a member of the Institute of Acoustics. Education: Integrated Master’s in Electronic Engineering (University of Bologna), European PhD in Audio Engineering, and PGCert in Higher Education (2019). Professional training includes Fonoprint Studios (Bologna) and industry experience at Maserati, Magneti Marelli, and Harman. Research interests focus on audio engineering, signal processing, electro-acoustics, and innovative manufacturing. Recent work includes developing affordable measurement ecosystems for musical acoustics, optimizing soundboard designs via least-squares analysis, and applying AI to room acoustics prediction. His studies span topics like wood elasticity, loudspeaker design, and vocal fatigue in educational spaces. Awards: Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2019). Teaching and advising: Taught analog and digital oscillator design at the University of Bologna and contributed to curriculum development at Solent University. Active in mentoring students through collaborative industry projects. Labs/Teams: Engaged with interdisciplinary teams at Portsmouth, focusing on advanced materials and AI-driven acoustic solutions.

Ulrike Feltمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Science and Technology Studies
• Public engagement in science
• Research cultures
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Ulrike Felt is a Full Professor of Science and Technology Studies and Chair of the Department of Science and Technology Studies at the University of Vienna, where she has held academic positions since 1989. She served as Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences (2014-2018) and Head of the Department of Science and Technology Studies during multiple periods (2004-2014, 2018-present). She also led the Interdisciplinary Research Platform 'Responsible Research and Innovation in Academic Practice' (2015-2022). With a PhD in physics and habilitation in social sciences, Felt's research spans diverse domains including life sciences, biomedicine, nanotechnologies, nuclear energy, and environmental research. Her work focuses on governance and public participation in technoscience, changing research cultures, temporal aspects of scientific developments, and responsible research innovation frameworks. She frequently conducts interdisciplinary collaborations with researchers from the sciences and comparative analyses across national contexts. Felt's recent publications demonstrate her continued engagement with cutting-edge topics including smart cities, digital health infrastructure, biobanking, border technologies, and temporal dimensions of academic work. Her work consistently examines how technological developments intersect with societal values, governance structures, and temporal frameworks. 4S Infrastructure Award (2017) Ziman Award of EASST (2014) ARS DOCENDI Austrian State Prize for Innovative Excellent Teaching (2015) UNIVIE Teaching Award (2014) Member of the SSH Panel of the ERC Felt served as editor-in-chief of Science, Technology & Human Values (2002-2007) and led the publication of the Handbook of Science and Technology Studies with MIT Press (2017). As President of the European Association for the Study of Science and Technology (2017-2020), she has significantly shaped the international STS community. Her work on card-based engagement methods (IMAGINE, RESPONSE_ABILITY) demonstrates her commitment to translating STS insights into practical tools for researchers.

John Diffleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• DNA replication
• Cell cycle control
• Genome stability

John Diffley is a distinguished molecular biologist specializing in DNA replication and cell cycle control. He serves as Director of Clare Hall Laboratories and Deputy Director of the London Research Institute since 2006. Additionally, he holds the position of Honorary Full Professor in the Department of Biology at University College London since 1999. His research has significantly advanced our understanding of the mechanisms controlling DNA replication in eukaryotic cells. Professor Diffley's research focuses on three primary areas: DNA replication, cell cycle control, and genome stability. His work has elucidated key mechanisms in replication initiation, origin licensing, and the coordination between DNA replication and cell cycle progression. His laboratory has made seminal contributions to understanding how replication proteins assemble at origins of replication and how this process is regulated throughout the cell cycle. Analysis of Professor Diffley's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the molecular mechanisms of DNA replication initiation and control. His work spans from structural studies of replication complexes to systems-level analyses of replication timing and its relationship to gene expression. A recurring theme is the investigation of how DNA damage checkpoints regulate replication processes to maintain genome stability. His research employs diverse model systems including budding yeast and human cells, demonstrating the evolutionary conservation of core replication mechanisms. Elected member of European Molecular Biology Organisation (EMBO) (1998) Paul Marks Prize for Cancer Research (2003) Elected Fellow of the Royal Society (2005) Member of Academia Europaea (2009) Member of the European Academy of Cancer Sciences (2011) Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (2011) Throughout his career, Professor Diffley has led the Chromosome Replication Laboratory, first at ICRF Clare Hall Laboratories (1990-1999) and subsequently at the London Research Institute. His laboratory has received substantial funding from Cancer Research UK and other major research organizations to investigate the fundamental mechanisms of DNA replication. Professor Diffley has mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers who have gone on to establish independent research careers in molecular biology and related fields. Professor Diffley's research group, the Chromosome Replication Laboratory, operates at the forefront of DNA replication research. The laboratory combines biochemical, genetic, and cell biological approaches to dissect the complex machinery that ensures accurate DNA replication. Their work has important implications for understanding cancer development, as defects in DNA replication control are a hallmark of cancer cells.

Tanja Karakamisheva Jovanovskaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Constitutional Law
• EU Integration and Enlargement
• Political Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tanja Karakamisheva Jovanovska is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Law 'Justinian First' in Skopje, affiliated with the University 'Goce Delčev' Štip. She holds a prominent position in constitutional law and European integration studies, teaching courses on constitutional law, EU legal frameworks, political systems, and electoral systems at undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Her work focuses on the interplay between constitutional identity, EU integration processes, and the protection of fundamental rights through transnational judicial mechanisms. Her research explores complex issues such as judicial dialogue between European courts, constitutional reform dynamics in post-socialist states, and the challenges of maintaining national sovereignty amid EU conditionality. Notable areas of interest include the legal ramifications of international agreements like the Prespa and Bulgarian treaties, privatization processes, and the role of constitutional courts in mediating political conflicts. Her publications consistently address contemporary constitutional dilemmas, including the EU's constitutional culture gaps, federalism debates, and the impact of cultural heritage disputes on state identity. She has contributed significantly to understanding Macedonia's unique position within the Western Balkans' integration trajectory and the evolving relationship between European legal standards and national constitutional frameworks. Education: Advanced qualifications in constitutional law and European studies (inferred from academic position). Grants/Advising: No explicit information provided in text. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Institute of Legal and Political Sciences, leading research on constitutional governance and EU law.

• Philosophy of Education
• Educational Theory
• History of Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

María García Amilburu is a distinguished faculty member at the National University of Distance Education (UNED) in Spain, where she works in the Department of Educational Theory and Social Pedagogy. With a prolific academic career spanning from 1987 to 2025, she has established herself as a leading scholar in the philosophy of education with 164 citations and an H-index of 7. Her work reflects deep engagement with educational theory, history of education, and philosophical approaches to teaching and learning. Her research interests focus on the philosophical foundations of education, with particular attention to moral education, university education, and the intersection of film and pedagogy. García Amilburu has explored the works of influential thinkers including Richard Pring, Roger Scruton, John Dewey, and Ernst Cassirer, examining how their philosophies inform contemporary educational challenges. She has made significant contributions to understanding the role of tradition in education, the concept of the university as a community, and the integration of audiovisual media in philosophical teaching. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory exploring the philosophical dimensions of education across multiple contexts. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to examining educational theory through the lens of cultural tradition, moral development, and the evolving mission of universities in the 21st century. Notably, she has focused on Catholic educational perspectives through analyses of Benedict XVI's writings on education, while also maintaining a broad philosophical approach that engages with both Western and contemporary educational thought. As an academic leader, García Amilburu has directed three doctoral theses and coordinated multiple collective works, including the 2025 publication 'Ética y deontología profesional para maestros y educadores.' Her collaborative work with colleagues like Marta Ruiz Corbella, Juan García Gutiérrez, and others demonstrates her commitment to team-based educational research. Though specific grant information isn't detailed in the available records, her extensive publication record across multiple prestigious journals indicates sustained research activity throughout her career.

• International Relations
• Global South Studies
• Subalternity and Southern Agency
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Irene Fernandez-Molina is a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Exeter, joining in 2015. She holds a PhD in Political Science/International Relations from Complutense University of Madrid, with fieldwork in Morocco and France. Her research focuses on the international relations of the Global South, frozen conflicts (e.g., Western Sahara and Libya), recognition practices, and EU-Mediterranean relations. She has held roles including Director of Education and Student Experience (DESE) for Politics and International Relations, and previously lectured at the College of Europe (Bruges and Natolin campuses). Education: PhD in Political Science from Complutense University of Madrid (thesis on Moroccan foreign policy) Affiliations: Centre of Advanced International Studies (CAIS), Centre for Elections, Media & Participation (CEMP) Grants: British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grant (2019–2020) for research on Libya's international politics of recognition Her work explores subalternity, southern agency, and the political economy of dependency. Recent projects include studies on contested states, migration diplomacy, and the EU's engagement with non-state actors in conflict zones. She has also contributed to debates on frozen conflicts and the Maghreb's role in global politics.

Christina Saengerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Consumer Behavior
• Brand Identity Construction
• Social Media Marketing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christina Saenger serves as Associate Dean of the Williamson College of Business Administration at Youngstown State University (YSU), where she also holds an Associate Professorship in Marketing. She earned a PhD in Marketing from Kent State University (2012), an MBA in Strategic Marketing from the University of Akron (2005), and a BA in Business & Organizational Communication from the same institution (2003). Her professional background includes client account management in marketing and advertising firms prior to academia. Her research focuses on consumer behavior in social contexts, particularly how individuals use brands for identity expression and cognitive processing of product information. Key topics include word-of-mouth mechanisms, brand-gratitude dynamics, and the psychological impact of social exclusion on consumer behavior. Her work appears in top-tier journals like the European Journal of Marketing , Journal of Advertising , and Psychology & Marketing . Dr. Saenger has received numerous accolades, including YSU's Distinguished Professorship designations for research (2022), teaching (2021), and service (2017), as well as the Research Professorship Award (2017). She actively contributes to academic governance through editorial roles at the Journal of Advertising Research and Journal of Consumer Marketing . Her teaching spans marketing strategy, social media, consumer behavior, and interactive marketing. Professional Service: Editorial Review Board Member for Journal of Advertising Research , Ad Hoc Reviewer for Journal of Business Research , and Conference Paper Reviewer for the Association for Consumer Research. Recent Research Trends: Emerging focus on AI's impact on consumer trust (2024 study) alongside continued exploration of word-of-mouth as a compensatory behavior for self-threat and social exclusion.

Martin Ostoja-Starzewskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Continuum Mechanics
• Stochastic Mechanics
• Fractal Media
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Martin Ostoja-Starzewski , Ph.D. (McGill), is a Professor of Mechanical Science & Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign , with affiliate appointments at the Beckman Institute and National Center for Supercomputing Applications . His research spans continuum mechanics , stochastic wave propagation , and fractal media , focusing on scaling laws and the statistical-to-representative volume element transition. 2006–Present: Professor, UIUC 2001–2005: Canada Research Chair, McGill University 2023: Rothschild Distinguished Visiting Fellow, University of Cambridge 2022: Member, European Academy of Sciences and Arts 2024: Academia Europaea Foreign Member His work pioneered continuum mechanics with spontaneous second law violations and tensor random fields for stochastic PDEs. He authored four foundational books, including Tensor-Valued Random Fields for Continuum Physics (2019), and edited 16 special issues. Recent 2025–2023 articles explore odd elasticity , fractal thermodynamics , and stochastic wavefronts , bridging non-equilibrium thermodynamics to granular Couette systems . Scientific accolades include the Worcester Reed Warner Medal (2018) and ASME , AAM , SES fellowships. As part-time faculty at Beckman Institute (2008–Present), he integrates bioimaging with mechanics across electrosurgery and traumatic brain injury modeling.

Rik Petersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Modern History
• Philosophy of History
• Learning Histories
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rik Peters is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Arts, University of Groningen, specializing in Modern History, Philosophy of History, and Rhetoric. He holds a PhD in Philosophy (cum laude, 1998) and a Master's in History (cum laude, 1988). His research focuses on learning histories, rhetorical theory, and constitutional studies, with notable contributions to understanding institutional memory and political discourse. Peters coordinates the Minor in Rhetorics and lectures at the AOG School of Management. Education: PhD Philosophy (1998), Master's History (1988) Roles: Coordinator of Rhetorics Minor, Guest Lecturer, Researcher Key Projects: 'Contested Democracy' NWO project on constitutional foundations, learning histories in public institutions His work bridges historical theory with contemporary challenges, emphasizing narrative analysis for organizational change and policy-making. Peters has authored over 60 publications, including books on Croce, Gentile, and Collingwood's philosophies. His research engages with sustainable societal development through historical reflection. Recent articles explore tax administration history, Croce's philosophy of liberty, and rhetorical frameworks for understanding time in political discourse. Peters advises Dutch policy institutions through learning history methodologies and participates in high-profile debates on European constitutionalism and historical consciousness.

Troels Fage Hedegaardمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Policy
• Welfare State
• Climate Change
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Troels Fage Hedegaard is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Politics and Society, within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. He is affiliated with the CCWS - Centre for Comparative Welfare Studies, Green Societies, and MIX - Center for Displacement, Migration and Integration. His research focuses on social policy, welfare state dynamics, climate change policies, immigration, and public opinion formation. Hedegaard has led and participated in multiple projects including the 'Green Societies' seed project and the 'FLOW' initiative examining migrant impacts on welfare states. His work explores topics such as degrowth policies, immigrant assimilation, carbon tax acceptability, and migrant welfare state attitudes through surveys and comparative analyses. Notable contributions include studies on Danish public opinion toward nuclear energy and climate migrants, as well as experimental research on migrant selection criteria. Hedegaard has authored over 40 publications and contributed to datasets like the MIFARE Study. He has presented at conferences such as ESPAnet and engaged in media outreach discussing climate policy and migration-related topics. His research often bridges micro-level individual attitudes with macro-level policy feedback mechanisms, particularly within Nordic welfare state contexts.

• Biometrics
• Biometric Systems
• Computer Vision
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Raul Sanchez Reillo is a Full Professor at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), affiliated with the Grupo Universitario de Tecnologías de Identificación (GUTI). His research focuses on biometric systems, mobile authentication, and security technologies. Key areas include presentation attack detection, vein recognition, and ECG biometrics. He leads projects involving smartphone-based biometric solutions, 3D printed markers, and standards development for biometric interoperability. Research interests span multiple modalities: fingerprint authentication, dynamic signature verification, gait recognition, and vascular biometrics. He emphasizes usability and accessibility in mobile environments, exploring ergonomics and user interaction challenges. His work integrates machine learning (transformers, RNNs) with hardware solutions like FPGA-based systems. Publications highlight innovations in spoofing detection, medical applications (ECG/vein analysis), and low-cost hardware implementations. He contributes to European standards (BioAPI, Hand Data Interchange Format) and evaluates security practices for R&D compliance with EU data protection regulations. Current initiatives include enhancing biometric systems for critical infrastructure security and improving accessibility for elderly users. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, he leads the Mobile Pass project evaluating user interaction in biometric systems. His lab (GUTI) develops open testing methodologies for biometric performance under Common Criteria and environmental stressors. Recent work addresses vulnerabilities in mobile fingerprint sensors and the ethical implications of biometric-as-a-service models.

Chad Hogganمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transformative Learning
• Civic Education
• Adult Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chad Hoggan is a Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development at North Carolina State University's College of Education. He serves as Co-director of the Institute of Civic Studies and Learning for Democracy and holds editorial leadership roles as Co-editor of the Journal of Transformative Education and The Good Society: A Journal of Civic Studies , while also contributing as Consulting Editor for Adult Education Quarterly . Doctor of Education in Adult Learning & Leadership, Teachers College, Columbia University (2011) Master of Education in Adult Education, NC State University (2006) Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Brigham Young University (1993) Hoggan's research centers on transformative learning theory and its applications in civic education, with particular focus on migration contexts. His work examines how transformative experiences reshape individuals' engagement with democratic societies, drawing from studies with refugees, military veterans, cancer survivors, and postsecondary students. Since 2019, he has conducted extensive research on migrant integration in Central and Eastern Europe following refugee influxes from Syria and Ukraine, collaborating with institutions in Germany and Italy while co-founding the Deutsch-Ukrainischer Dialog association to support Ukrainian refugees. His recent publications reveal a strong trajectory toward civic learning in democratic societies, with 2022-2025 works addressing epistemic crises in post-truth contexts, radicalization processes, and democratic infrastructure. The scholarship demonstrates consistent application of transformative learning frameworks to contemporary challenges in migration, political extremism, and democratic resilience, with increasing emphasis on practical applications for civic engagement. Cyril O. Houle Award for Outstanding Literature in Adult Education (2020) for Transformational Learning in Community Colleges International Adult & Continuing Education Hall of Fame induction NCSU College of Education Outstanding Global Engagement Award UNESCO Chair of Lifelong Learning Professional Education appointment (2021) Hoggan advises doctoral students in transformative learning theory and civic education while leading international collaborations through the Institute of Civic Studies. His work bridges academic research with community engagement, particularly through refugee support initiatives in Germany and Ukraine-focused educational projects. Current research examines democratic learning structures in migration societies and the ethical dimensions of transformative education in polarized political contexts.

Liviu Mateiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Politics of Higher Education
• Higher Education Governance
• Funding of Higher Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Liviu Matei is a Professor of Higher Education and Public Policy and Head of the School of Education, Communication and Society at King’s College London. His career spans leadership roles at Central European University (CEU), including Provost and Director of the Yehuda Elkana Center for Higher Education, and founding the Global Observatory on Academic Freedom. He contributes to global policy debates as a key figure in the Open Society University Network (OSUN) and CIVICA European University. Education: Studied philosophy, history, and psychology at Babeș-Bolyai University, sociology of higher education at Bucharest University, and earned a PhD in Romania. His research focuses on academic freedom, university governance, funding mechanisms, and the internationalisation of higher education. Recent work explores the interplay between education and democratic resilience, especially in authoritarian contexts. He has led initiatives on quality assurance and science diplomacy in conflict zones. His publications from 2023-2025 emphasize academic freedom codification, transnational policy tools, and the European Higher Education Area’s evolving challenges. Articles from 2015-2022 analyze the Bologna Process’s impact in Central/Eastern Europe and pandemic-related educational crises. Scientific Awards: Chair of University of Yangon Revitalisation Committee (2018-2019) Chair of European Award for Excellence in Teaching Selection Committee (2021-present) Fellowships at The New School, Maison des Sciences de l’Homme Paris, and Salzburg Seminar Elected to Academia Europaea (2022) Liviu Matei supervises PhD students on topics like higher education geopolitics, adult learners’ equity, and science diplomacy. His affiliations include editorial boards for Internationalisation of Higher Education Journal and European Journal of Higher Education . He leads projects protecting higher education values across Europe and collaborates with Council of Europe initiatives.