جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Religious Anthropology
• Post-Secular Studies
• Borderland Communities
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Magdalena Lubańska serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Theory and Research of Contemporary Cultural Practices at the Institute of Ethnology and Cultural Anthropology, University of Warsaw. She is an active member of the teaching council for ethnology and cultural anthropology programs and maintains significant scholarly engagement in anthropological research. Her research focuses on the intersection of religiosity with social life in cultural borderlands, particularly examining Orthodox Christian pilgrimage practices in southwestern Bulgaria and Polish-Ukrainian border regions. Drawing from post-secular theoretical frameworks, she investigates healing rituals, memory landscapes, and religious coexistence in multi-faith communities through emic-sensitive ethnographic approaches that emphasize sensory and material dimensions of religious experience. Lubańska's publication trajectory reveals consistent scholarly output in religious anthropology, with recent works analyzing post-WWII testimonies along the San River borderland, Byzantine-Ottoman iconographic continuities, and therapeutic landscapes in Orthodox shrines. Her research demonstrates methodological innovation through blending oral history with material culture analysis and post-secular theoretical lenses. Among her notable recognitions is the prestigious Foundation for Polish Science Scholarship for Outstanding Young Scientists (2008). Her academic profile reflects deep engagement with both Polish and international scholarly communities through participation in specialized seminars and research projects focused on migration, food studies, and ethnographic methodologies. Foundation for Polish Science Scholarship for Outstanding Young Scientists (2008) As a graduate of the University of Warsaw's Institute of Education and Architecture and the Polish Academy of Sciences' School of Social Sciences, Lubańska contributes to academic governance through her teaching council membership while maintaining active research on religious borderlands that bridges anthropological theory with empirical fieldwork in Bulgaria and southeastern Poland.

• Islamic theology
• Quranic exegesis
• Islamic intellectual history
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Doaa M. Baumi is a postdoctoral researcher and Teach@Tübingen Fellow 2025 at the Center for Islamic Theology, University of Tübingen, where she holds the Professorship for Islamic Doctrine. She teaches courses on Quranic and Islamic engagement with biblical figures at the Zentrum für Islamische Theologie (ZITH). Her educational background includes: PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Birmingham MA from the Divinity School of the University of Chicago BA from al-Azhar University in Cairo Dr. Baumi's research focuses on the reception of biblical narratives and the development of theological concepts in classical Islamic thought. Her expertise spans Islamic theology (Kalām), Quranic exegesis, Islamic intellectual history, the reception of biblical material in Islamic literature, classical Arabic texts, and interreligious thought. She has developed a distinctive approach to examining how Islamic scholars historically engaged with biblical stories and figures, analyzing the theological implications of these interactions across different periods of Islamic intellectual history. Her scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on intertextuality between Islamic and biblical traditions, with particular attention to how scriptural reasoning can foster intercultural understanding in contemporary contexts. Recent publications explore innovative approaches to teaching Islam across cultural boundaries and examining scriptural reasoning in digital environments, including studies on social distancing and online pedagogical tools for empowering women in Muslim societies. Dr. Baumi has taught courses at the University of Birmingham and served as a co-lecturer in the Jewish-Christian-Muslim Relations program offered jointly by the University of Durham and the Scottish Episcopal Institute in fall 2024. Her teaching methodology emphasizes interfaith dialogue and cross-cultural understanding, particularly in the context of scriptural reasoning, with a special focus on how religious texts can be used to build bridges between different faith communities.

Nancy DeCesareمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Social Work
• Trauma and PTSD
• Veterans' Mental Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nancy DeCesare is a Professor of Human Services at Chestnut Hill College, Philadelphia, PA, where she teaches across a wide range of social work and human services courses. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Social Work from New York University's Silver School of Social Work, along with advanced degrees in social work and public administration. Ph.D., Clinical Social Work, New York University M.S., Public Administration, New York University M.S.W., Marywood University B.S.W., Marywood University Her research and practice focus on trauma, veterans' mental health, foster care, street children, and grief counseling. She integrates clinical expertise with policy and leadership, emphasizing strengths-based and culturally sensitive approaches. Her work particularly highlights the needs of marginalized youth and military families. The publications and presentations reflect a strong trend in clinical social work, trauma intervention, and advocacy for underserved populations. Topics span veteran PTSD, military sexual trauma, foster care attachment, and cross-cultural grief. Her work consistently bridges academic research with community-based practice. Her scientific honors include: National Jefferson Award for Public Service Excellence Award from U.S. Army: Army One Source Leaders and Legends Award for advocacy for women veterans Healthy Caregiver Community Foundation Humanitarian Award Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work Nancy DeCesare has served as a grant writer, author, and board member for organizations including Marywood University, Friends of the Poor, and the Governor’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities. She has advised students through fieldwork and capstone courses, though specific names are not listed. Her leadership as former Executive Director of Boys Hope Girls Hope of New York underscores her commitment to youth development and nonprofit management. She is actively involved in multiple professional organizations, including the National Association of Social Workers and the Academy of Certified Social Workers, and is licensed in both New York and Pennsylvania. Her interdisciplinary team collaborations include work with the Soldiers Project PA, Pennsylvania Military and Family Behavioral Health Coalition, and various academic conferences.

Komal Patel Muraliمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Palliative Care
• Hospice Care
• End-of-Life Decision-Making
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Komal Patel Murali is an Assistant Professor at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, where she advances palliative and hospice care for seriously ill individuals, particularly older adults with dementia and multiple chronic conditions. Her research is supported by the National Institute on Aging and focuses on reducing disparities in end-of-life care through culturally sensitive interventions and improved care transitions. BSN and MSN – University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing PhD – New York University (2020) Her research interests include palliative care integration, end-of-life decision-making, and family-centered support for South Asian older adults with chronic illnesses. She draws on over a decade of clinical experience as an ICU nurse and nurse practitioner to inform her scholarship and teaching. Her recent publications highlight trends in dementia care, hospice transitions, spiritual care in oncology, and the measurement of palliative care knowledge in home healthcare. Her work frequently employs qualitative and integrative review methodologies, with a strong emphasis on health equity, cultural sensitivity, and system-level change. Fellow in Palliative Care Nursing, Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (2025) Nessa Coyle Leadership Lecture and Award (2024) Research Scholar, Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (2023) Emerging Leaders Award, Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation (2022) Distinguished PhD Student Award, NYU Meyers (2020) Dr. Murali is dedicated to mentoring nursing students and clinicians, and she actively teaches in areas related to end-of-life care. She is involved in federally funded research projects, including the development of a care management intervention for diverse persons with advanced dementia (K23AG083125) and family-centered caregiving programs in faith-based settings (P50MD017356). She has no known lab or team name mentioned, but her collaborative work spans multiple institutions and disciplines.

Benjamin Loughمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Innovation
• Nonprofit Management
• International Development Volunteering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Lough is a Professor of Business Administration and Director of Social Innovation at the Gies College of Business, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He holds a PhD from Washington University in St. Louis, and B.A. and MSW degrees from Brigham Young University. Prior to his current role, he served as Senior Researcher at the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) in Bonn, Germany. His research focuses on transnational voluntary organizations, community development, and social innovation, with particular emphasis on gender equity, nonprofit management, and global volunteer practices. Professor Lough teaches courses on nonprofit management, social entrepreneurship, and social enterprise. His work bridges academia and practice, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and systemic approaches to social challenges. Recent research highlights include analyzing funding disparities in startups, the role of international volunteers in fostering gender equality, and the impact of volunteering on community resilience.

Amittia Parkerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Maternal Mental Health
• Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
• Racial Disparities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amittia Parker, PhD, LMSW, MPA, is an Assistant Professor at Georgetown University and Adjunct Faculty at the University of Kansas Edwards Campus. Her expertise spans maternal mental health, infant/early childhood mental health, and racial equity. She focuses on minority mental health, particularly among Black and Latin/x communities, and integrates practice experience from 15 years as a mental health consultant into her academic work. Education: PhD in Social Welfare from the University of Kansas (2021), IMH-E® Level III Endorsement Research Interests: Parker explores Black maternal mental health, mental health in higher education, and community-based participatory research. Her work emphasizes racial disparities and culturally sensitive interventions. Publications (selected): Includes analysis of racial equity in mental health systems and innovative supervision frameworks. Recent work addresses intersectionality in substance use treatment systems. Awards: 2024 JSWE Best Article Award, 2021 Dean Kondrat Award, and funding from Council on Social Work Education Teaching: Focuses on training social workers and infant mental health practitioners, with specialization in recruiting and mentoring students of color. Teaches online, blended, and in-person courses in racial equity, community practice, and qualitative methods. Grants: Participated in workshops on Black/Latinx research (University of Michigan) and intersectional qualitative methods (University of Texas-Austin). Member of professional organizations including Kansas Association of Infant Mental Health and Kansas City Association of Black Social Workers.

Kubra Cabukمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Women's Health
• Healthcare Discrimination
• Healthcare Utilization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kubra Cabuk serves as Assistant Professor of Psychology at Central Connecticut State University's Department of Psychological Science within the School of Psychology. Her academic journey includes a BA in Counseling Psychology from Bogazici University (2019), MA in Clinical Psychology from Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University (2021), and PhD in Applied Psychology & Prevention Science from University of Massachusetts Lowell (2025). Her research program spans three interconnected domains: Healthcare Utilization examining medical discrimination and patient-provider relationships among Muslim Americans; Discrimination & Health analyzing longitudinal physical health impacts through SWAN data; and Intersectionality & Wellbeing investigating how intersecting identities affect health outcomes. Methodologically, she employs mixed approaches including latent profile analysis, multilevel modeling, and thematic analysis with strong health equity focus. Her publication portfolio demonstrates rapid scholarly impact across high-impact venues including Ethnicity & Health and Health Affairs Forefront , with multiple manuscripts under review or in progress. Current work emphasizes intersectional discrimination measurement and Muslim women's healthcare navigation. Society for Health Psychology Graduate Student Research Award (2025) Society of Behavioral Medicine’s Leading the Narrative Award (2025) Redford Williams Health Equity Student Research Excellence Award (2025) Janet Hyde Graduate Student Research Award Honorable Mention (2024) UMass Lowell Award for Excellence in Research (2024) She actively mentors undergraduate researchers, guiding mentees through IRB submissions, conference presentations, and co-authored publications. Her work with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab and NYU Langone Health Health Equity Section demonstrates strong collaborative research networks focused on underserved populations.

• LGBTQ+ Health Care
• Gender-Affirming Care
• Healthcare Disparities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dustin Z Nowaskie is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC), affiliated with USC Counseling and Mental Health (CMH). They hold a nonbinary identity and focus on LGBTQ+ healthcare equity, particularly gender-affirming care and systemic disparities. Dr. Nowaskie completed their undergraduate studies in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Biology at USC before attending Indiana University School of Medicine for medical training and residency. As a clinician-educator, they prioritize improving LGBTQ+ health outcomes through OutCare Health, a nonprofit providing education, resources, and mentorship for healthcare providers. Their work includes developing online training programs and national directories of LGBTQ+-competent providers. Research interests encompass healthcare disparities, provider cultural competency, and the intersectionality of race, gender, and sexual orientation in healthcare access. Publications highlight systemic barriers faced by LGBTQ+ communities, including medical gaslighting and lack of gender affirmation. Their articles analyze disparities across specialties like pediatrics, dermatology, and surgery, emphasizing the need for standardized education. Current initiatives include evaluating provider directories and promoting equitable care for nonbinary individuals. Dr. Nowaskie’s efforts extend to pandemic impacts on LGBTQ+ populations and faith-based identity challenges, with a focus on actionable solutions through digital platforms and community engagement. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance person-centered dementia care and LGBTQ+ health equity.

Jennifer Vinces-Cuaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Parental Stress
• Wellness and Resilience
• Clinical Supervision
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer Vinces-Cua is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Counselor Education at Kean University. With nearly 20 years of experience as a counselor, supervisor, and clinical consultant, she specializes in Multisystemic therapy and community mental health program development across domestic and international settings. She currently serves on the ASERVIC Board as Spiritual and Religious Values Committee Chair and Membership Committee Chair for NARACES. Education: Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision (Liberty University), M.A. in Mental Health Counseling (Alliance University), B.A. in Psychology (Hofstra University) Key Roles: Board member of ASERVIC, co-advisor for Chi Sigma Iota Honor Society, WELL Research Team collaborator Key Awards: 2022 Don Dinkmeyer Social Interest Award, 2024 Community Leadership Award, 2025 Distinguished Counselor Educator Her research focuses on father wellness, urban community stress interventions, and clinical supervision frameworks. She has developed over 40 community mental health programs through interprofessional collaboration involving courts, child welfare, and governmental entities. Dr. Vinces-Cua's work emphasizes cultural frameworks in behavioral sciences education and spiritual competency translation for diverse populations. Her publications highlight social justice advocacy strategies, spiritual competency implementation in Spanish-speaking contexts, and post-pandemic academic recovery. She actively contributes to counseling ethics through ASERVIC initiatives and collaborates with global health organizations.

Caroline Klineمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mormonism
• Women in Religion
• Feminist Theology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Caroline Kline is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion at Claremont Graduate University (CGU), where she also serves as Assistant Director of the Center for Global Mormon Studies. She is the director of two major oral history initiatives: the Claremont Mormon Women Oral History Project and the Claremont Global Mormon Oral History Project. Her educational background includes a PhD in Religion from CGU, an MA in Classics (Latin Emphasis) from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a BA in Classical Languages from Scripps College. Caroline Kline's research centers on feminist theology and ethics, with a specialized focus on Mormonism, gender, and women’s lived experiences globally. Her work explores how Mormon women in diverse cultural contexts—including Botswana, Mexico, and the United States—navigate faith, identity, and community. She employs oral history as a methodological cornerstone, centering women’s voices in theological discourse. Her recent publications reveal a consistent engagement with themes of gender roles, familial structures, and doctrinal reinterpretation in global Mormon communities. The articles reflect interdisciplinary scholarship at the intersection of religious studies, gender theory, and cultural anthropology, with increasing attention to transnational religious experiences and racial diversity within the LDS Church. Co-editor, Mormon Women Have Their Say: Essays from the Claremont Oral History Collection (Kofford, 2013) Book under contract with University of Illinois Press on Mormon women’s communities She has contributed to significant edited volumes such as The Palgrave Handbook of Global Mormonism , Routledge Handbook on Mormonism and Gender Studies , and Out of Obscurity: Mormonism Since 1945 . Her scholarly impact is evident in her editorial collaborations and sustained publication in high-profile academic collections. Kline leads funded oral history projects, indicating active grant involvement, and mentors emerging scholarship in global Mormon studies. She collaborates with scholars like Rachel Hunt Steenblik and Claudia Bushman, contributing to a growing feminist dialogue within Mormon academic circles. She is actively involved in building research infrastructure through her leadership in oral history programs and her role in advancing the Center for Global Mormon Studies as a hub for inclusive, gender-sensitive religious scholarship.

• Counselor Education and Supervision
• Suicide Prevention and Intervention
• Clinical Supervision
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gregg Elliott is an Associate Professor of Counseling at Colorado Christian University, affiliated with the College of Adult and Graduate Studies - School of Counseling. He was recognized as the 2021 Outstanding Faculty of the Year for the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences. Dr. Elliott has held leadership roles including Chair of the American Counseling Association Western Region (2023–24) and past President and current Treasurer of the Colorado Counseling Association. Education: Ph.D., Counselor Education & Supervision, Adams State University M.A., Education, University of Texas, San Antonio B.A., Communication and Sociology, William Jewell College Dr. Elliott's research focuses on suicide prevention pedagogy, online counselor education, and clinical supervision. His work emphasizes the integration of faith and counseling, advocating for biblically informed, culturally sensitive, and ethically sound clinical practice. He has extensive clinical experience in university counseling centers, inpatient and partial hospitalization settings, and with at-risk youth and families. His scholarly contributions include over 50 publications and presentations, primarily centered on suicide intervention training, online education efficacy, and counselor licensure portability. The publications reflect a strong trend in improving counselor preparedness through innovative teaching methods and policy development, especially in high-risk areas like suicidality and campus behavioral intervention. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: 2021 Outstanding Faculty of the Year, School of Behavioral and Social Sciences 2023–24 Chair, American Counseling Association Western Region Past President and Treasurer, Colorado Counseling Association Dr. Elliott is actively engaged in legislative advocacy for the Interstate Compact for counselor licensure and maintains a clinical supervision practice for post-graduate counselors. He has contributed significantly to the development of standards in counselor education and is a member of key professional organizations including the American Counseling Association, American Association of Suicidology, Chi Sigma Iota, and Association for Counselor Education and Supervision. While no formal lab or research team is mentioned, his collaborative publications suggest active involvement in research teams focused on counseling education and suicide prevention.

Julie Ellisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medication Self-Management
• Geriatric Nursing
• Community Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Julie Ellis serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where her research focuses on geriatric nursing, community health, and self-management interventions. She maintains an active clinical research profile through faculty appointments in Geriatric Health, Local to Global Community Health, and Self-Management research groups, conducting community-engaged studies primarily with vulnerable older adult populations in Milwaukee. Education: PhD in Nursing, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Dr. Ellis's research program centers on medication self-management behaviors among African American older women, examining intersections of medical mistrust, caregiver strain, and chronic disease management. Her work extends to dementia care, pain management in long-term settings, and church-based community health initiatives, consistently addressing health disparities through qualitative and mixed-methods approaches. Recent scholarship demonstrates growing emphasis on digital health tools for self-care support and social determinants of health. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: 1) Application of self-management theory to chronic conditions in aging populations, 2) Investigation of social isolation's physical and cognitive impacts using NHATS data, and 3) Development of culturally tailored digital interventions for dementia and pain management. Her methodological approach increasingly incorporates systematic reviews and secondary data analysis alongside primary qualitative work. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in available information Dr. Ellis leads community-based research projects including a current study of 120 low-income African American women with chronic diseases, examining medication adherence mediators like self-efficacy and goal congruence. She collaborates extensively with Christine Kovach on secondary analyses of community nursing center data and with Murad Taani on qualitative investigations of medication self-management experiences. Her church-based partnerships for senior health support represent a distinctive community-engagement model. She contributes to UWM's Geriatric Health research collective through multi-site interventions addressing falls prevention and nonpharmacologic pain management, utilizing technology-enhanced approaches like tablet-based systems in hospital settings. Her work with community nursing centers demonstrates practical translation of research into clinical practice for underserved populations.

Luci Ramos Hoppeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Field Education
• Social Work Education
• Diversity Sensitive Practice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Luci Ramos Hoppe is a Clinical Associate Professor and the BSW Program Director at the Garland School of Social Work, Baylor University. She holds a BA in Social Work and Spanish (2002) and an MSW (2005), both from Baylor University. Her professional background includes school social work, child welfare in faith-based organizations, and developing marital education ministries. She currently leads the BSW program and participates in the School’s Diversity Initiative. Her research and practice interests focus on field education, social work pedagogy, culturally responsive practice with Spanish-speaking populations, and integrating ethical faith perspectives into social work. She emphasizes generalist and advanced clinical work with families and children, reflecting her experience in private-sector and congregational settings. Luci is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and resides in Waco, Texas with her husband Brian and their two daughters. While no specific grants or awards are listed, her contributions to curriculum development and diversity initiatives highlight her commitment to advancing social work education and practice.

Christie Epplerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Systemic Resilience
• Equity and Justice in Systemic Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Christie Eppler, PhD, LMFT, is a Professor and Program Director in the Couples and Family Therapy Program at Seattle University’s College of Arts & Sciences. Her work focuses on systemic resilience, equity-centered clinical practices, and narrative therapy integration. She supervises students through a growth mindset framework emphasizing collaborative learning and strength-based approaches. Research priorities include: Systemic interventions for marginalized communities Spirituality and cultural competency in therapy Therapist self-care and professional resilience Anti-racist program leadership strategies Eppler has published extensively on teletherapy adaptation during crises, pandemic clinical training challenges, and intersectional cultural competence. Her creative methods include cinematherapy and multifaith practice integration. She holds AAMFT Clinical Fellow and Approved Supervisor credentials.

• Religious Studies
• Political Science
• Criminology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Greg Barton is a prominent academic at Deakin University, holding the Chair in Global Islamic Politics within the Faculty of Arts and Education and the Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation. With expertise in Religious Studies, Political Science, and Criminology, his research focuses on countering violent extremism, religious populism, and the intersection of technology with Islamic education. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, Monash University Bachelor of Arts, Monash University Research Interests: Professor Barton's work spans multiple domains including Violent Extremism , Religious Populism , Counter-terrorism Policy , Gender Dynamics in CVE , Southeast Asian Security , and Technology in Islamic Education . He explores how digital media influences radicalization, the role of civil society in countering extremism, and the sociopolitical implications of religious diversity. Grants and Contracts: His career is funded by numerous grants from the Australian Research Council, Department of Home Affairs, and international bodies like Plan International. Key projects include SEAN-CSO initiatives, Religious Populism and Emotions , and Development Interventions to Violent Extremism . Supervision: He actively supervises doctoral students in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, focusing on topics like gender in radicalization, Australian CVE policy, and community-based extremism prevention. Key Publications: Recent work includes analyses of Salafi jihadi terrorism, LGBTQIA+ youth perspectives in Indonesia, and systematic reviews of CVE programming. His research is frequently cited in policy documents and academic discourse.