جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Katarzyna Celinskaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Corrections
• Incarcerated Women
• Crime Prevention Program Evaluation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Katarzyna Celinska is an Associate Professor at the City University of New York (CUNY), affiliated with John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Her academic roles include teaching in the Criminal Justice MA Program, International Crime and Justice BA & MA Program, and the CUNY Ph.D. Program in Criminal Justice. She holds affiliations in Gender Studies and has conducted research on corrections, incarcerated women, juvenile justice, and international criminal justice, with a focus on Poland and the Ukrainian refugee crisis. Dr. Celinska earned her PhD in Sociology from the University of Utah, with a dissertation on “Individualism and Collectivism in America: The Case of Gun Ownership.” She holds an MA in Law from the University of Warsaw and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Rutgers University’s Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research (IHHCPAR). Her research interests focus on corrections, incarcerated women, crime prevention program evaluation, juvenile justice, international criminal justice, and immigration . She has led a multi-phased project on incarcerated women since 2017 and is currently studying the Ukrainian refugee crisis in Poland. Notable projects include evaluating Functional Family Therapy (2005–2014) and developing typologies of coping strategies among imprisoned mothers. Dr. Celinska has advised students including A. Cheboubi, I. Fanarraga, and others, focusing on topics such as prison conditions and juvenile justice interventions. While specific grants are not detailed, her research has involved collaborative projects with institutions like the Violence Institute at Rutgers University and the University of Warsaw. Her research collaborations include the Violence Institute at Rutgers University and partnerships with the University of Warsaw to study Ukrainian refugees in Poland. She contributes to interdisciplinary teams addressing criminal justice and sociological issues.

Christina Gerkenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Civil Rights and Social Justice
• Women's Studies
• Immigration Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christina Gerken is an Associate Professor in the Women’s and Gender Studies Department at Indiana University South Bend (IUSB), affiliated with the School of Humanities and Social Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences. Her work focuses on civil rights, social justice, and women’s studies, with a particular emphasis on immigration policy, asylum law, and neoliberalism’s impact on public policy. She actively engages in community-based initiatives, including internships and volunteer programs, to bridge academic learning with real-world societal challenges. Her research explores topics like domestic violence-based asylum claims, transnational labor migration, and the effects of U.S. immigration policies. She co-authored a notable book on media framing of immigration issues and their influence on public opinion and policy. Gerken’s mission prioritizes community engagement, emphasizing cultural bridge-building and improving quality of life through collaborative efforts. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though her contributions to engaged scholarship are evident through her teaching and research focus. Her advising record and grant activities are not detailed in the provided texts. She co-directs no named labs but participates in interdisciplinary projects related to social justice and migration studies.

• Gender and Sexuality in Latin America
• U.S.-Mexico Borderlands
• Nineteenth-Century Latin America
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laura Shelton is an Associate Professor of History and Department Chair at Franklin and Marshall College . She holds a Ph.D. in Latin American History (2004) and an M.A. in Latin American History (1996) from the University of Arizona and Temple University, respectively, and a B.A. in Psychology & German (1989) from McPherson College. Ph.D., Latin American History, University of Arizona (2004) M.A., Latin American History, Temple University (1996) B.A., Psychology & German, McPherson College (1989) Her research focuses on gender and sexuality in Latin America , the U.S.-Mexico Borderlands , and Nineteenth-Century Latin America , particularly on how marginalized groups navigated legal and medical systems. Her publications explore medical jurisprudence , reproductive health , and borderlands justice systems . Shelton has received multiple accolades, including the Helen Delpar Award (2020), a Fulbright-García Robles Fellowship (2001-2002), and grants from the Teagle Foundation (2016-2018) and Georgia Southern University (2009-2011). She mentors students such as Milena Tutiven , Yuliana Tamayo , and Guadalupe Razo in research collaborations.

Lauren Myersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Developmental Psychology
• Child Cognitive Development
• Digital Media and Early Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lauren Myers is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Lafayette College, specializing in developmental psychology with a focus on children’s learning through digital media and intergenerational communication. She holds degrees from Furman University (B.A.), Pennsylvania State University (M.S., Ph.D.). Her research explores how young children interact with technology, particularly video chat’s role in connecting families and supporting cognitive development. Myers emphasizes fostering a 'growth mindset' in students and integrates community-engaged learning into her courses. Research & Awards Myers leads NIH-funded research on video chat’s impact on grandparent-grandchild relationships and has been awarded the Carl R. Beidleman Research Award (2021) and Hoff Award for Teaching (2020). Her work appears in journals like Developmental Science and Journal of Children and Media . Teaching & Mentorship She mentors students through Lafayette’s EXCEL Scholars program, guiding them in conference presentations and research. Myers’ classes emphasize collaborative learning, real-world applications, and preparing students for lifelong intellectual growth. Labs & Community Her Lafayette Kids Lab investigates children’s symbolic understanding and media use. Myers actively engages the Easton community, leveraging local resources for educational outreach and family research initiatives.

Heidi Lyonsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sexuality
• Sexual Health
• Family Demography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Heidi Lyons is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Advisor in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work and Criminal Justice at Oakland University. Her research focuses on sexuality, sexual health, family demography, research methods, and intimate relationships. She holds a faculty position in Rochester, MI, and advises students in sociology programs. Her research has been published in journals such as Archives of Sexual Behavior , Sexualities , and Journal of Sex Research . Notable work includes studies on marital sexual quality in older adults, casual sex patterns among young adults, and the sociological implications of nonmarital fertility. Lyons has received the Hugo G Beigel Award (2011) for her contribution to Journal of Sex Research . She teaches courses including Human Sexuality, Social Statistics, and Sociology of the Family. Her work bridges methodological rigor with societal issues, emphasizing both quantitative and qualitative approaches.

Wendi L. Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Criminological theory
• Delinquency
• Health and well-being
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Wendi L. Johnson is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at Oakland University, located in Rochester, Michigan. She is affiliated with the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice. Her research focuses on criminological theory, delinquency, health and well-being, family dynamics, inequality, adolescence, and quantitative methods. She teaches courses such as Introduction to Criminal Justice, Criminological Theory, and Criminal Justice Capstone. Her work explores topics including crime desistance, intimate partner violence, parenting stress, and socioeconomic disparities in education and criminal justice outcomes. She has contributed to understanding the role of family relationships, employment, and institutional factors (e.g., marriage, military service) in shaping criminal behavior and societal well-being. Johnson’s research spans issues like teen dating violence patterns, the role of parents in antisocial behavior trajectories, and the intersection of work and family life among disadvantaged fathers. Her findings highlight the importance of contextual factors in addressing social inequalities and promoting healthy family dynamics. While no specific awards are listed, her publications reflect a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in criminal justice and social policy through rigorous empirical research. She advises students and actively engages in community outreach to support academic programs and student success.

Madeleine Stevensمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Social Care Evaluation
• Mental Health Services
• Child and Adolescent Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Madeleine Stevens is a researcher at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) within the Care Policy and Evaluation Centre (CPEC). Her work focuses on mixed-methods research in social care and mental health, particularly addressing adults, children, and young people’s needs. Key areas include strengths-based approaches, young carers’ support, and community/family support systems. She holds a doctoral degree from the NIHR-funded study on high-risk children’s antisocial behavior prevention, completed in 2017. Her career spans institutions like the Institute of Education and City University, with expertise in evaluating parenting interventions and cost-effectiveness analyses. Collaborations include co-creating the comic Tales from Social Care to disseminate research findings. Current projects explore cognitive health-neighbourhood linkages, policy implementation frameworks, and unmet support needs for young caregivers. Research highlights include pioneering work on strengths-based social care models, policy impact analyses, and participatory methods involving service users. Her doctoral research combined qualitative and quantitative data to understand family responses to interventions, emphasizing societal factors in disadvantage perpetuation. LSE affiliations include CPEC and cross-disciplinary collaborations. She advises on social care policy and has contributed to national reports like the World Alzheimer Report 2019. Her work bridges academic rigor with practical policy implications, aiming to enhance equitable service delivery.

Eduardo Flores Sandovalمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Plant Genetics
• Evolutionary Developmental Biology (Evo-Devo)
• Bryophyte Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eduardo Flores Sandoval is a Research Fellow at the School of Biological Sciences, Monash University, specializing in Plant Genetics, Evolutionary Developmental Biology (Evo-Devo), and Bryophyte Biology. His work focuses on understanding developmental processes and hormonal regulation in liverworts, particularly Marchantia polymorpha. He collaborates internationally on projects related to plant evolution and molecular mechanisms underlying morphogenesis. His research interests include the genetic control of pluripotency, phototropism/gravitropism mechanisms, and the evolution of reproductive systems in bryophytes. He contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals by advancing knowledge in plant biology that may inform ecological and agricultural practices. Key recent articles explore hormonal regulation in bryophytes, PIN-FORMED gene functions, and the renaissance of Marchantia as a model organism. His work has been widely cited and shared across platforms like Mendeley and Wikipedia, highlighting its impact in plant science communities. Eduardo actively mentors PhD students and maintains an open-door policy for collaborative research. His lab’s current projects include investigating auxin signaling evolution and cell wall architecture in early land plants.

• Food Sociology
• Sustainable Diets
• Emerging Technologies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mariana Hase Ueta is a Research Fellow at Wageningen University & Research, focusing on interdisciplinary studies at the intersection of food sociology, sustainable diets, and emerging technologies. She currently contributes to the Animal-free Milk Consortium, examining societal integration of novel protein technologies. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Social Sciences from the University of Campinas (Brazil), a Master’s in Chinese Society from Fudan University (China), and a Bachelor’s in Social Sciences (Anthropology) from UNICAMP. She has held visiting positions at institutions in Germany, China, and Brazil, supported by prestigious fellowships like Fulbright and DAAD. Her research explores food systems transformation through sociological lenses, including cultured meat innovations, intergenerational food consumption patterns, and Sino-Brazilian socio-environmental dynamics. Key themes include environmental justice, technological ethics, and global South perspectives on sustainability. She has published widely on topics like food security, cultural exchanges between China and Brazil, and policy frameworks for novel food technologies. Mariana received the 2021 Emerging Scholar Award from Aarhus University’s Food Studies Network. Her work bridges academic inquiry with practical societal impact, emphasizing equitable transitions toward sustainable food systems. Current projects include analyzing socio-technical challenges in cellular agriculture and evaluating the socio-environmental implications of Chinese investments in Brazilian infrastructure.

Mary Campمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geriatric Psychiatry
• Cognitive Disorders
• Medical Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mary Camp, M.D. serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Southwestern Medical Center, specializing in geriatric mental health and cognitive disorders. She directs the Neurocognitive and Geriatric Psychiatry Program within the Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic and holds leadership roles as Associate Program Director for the combined Psychiatry and Neurology Residency Program. Education : M.D. from University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Psychiatry Residency at Baylor College of Medicine and UT Southwestern Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship at UT Southwestern Certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatry Dr. Camp's research centers on geriatric psychiatry education and neurocognitive disorder management , with emphasis on curriculum development for residency training. Her work bridges clinical practice with educational innovation, particularly in simulation-based learning for cognitive disorders and reflective writing pedagogy addressing moral distress in medical students. She examines intersections of religion/spirituality in psychiatric treatment and develops frameworks for wisdom assessment in aging populations. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on medical education (68% of articles), particularly residency training innovations for geriatric psychiatry and neurocognitive disorders. Secondary themes include clinical geriatrics (25%) covering psychosis in elderly and dementia care, and bioethics (7%) exploring moral distress and spirituality. Methodologically, 80% employ qualitative analysis of educational interventions while 20% present clinical case studies. Scientific Awards : Geriatric Psychiatry Educator of the Year (2023, American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry) Faculty Innovation in Education Award (2020-21, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) Outstanding Clinical Educator (2016, UTSW Southwestern Academy of Teachers) Early Career Development Award (2014, Association for Academic Psychiatry) Dr. Camp actively shapes national psychiatry education through service on the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry's teaching committee and the American Association of Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training's Curriculum Task Force. Her grant work focuses on simulation-based curriculum development for neurocognitive disorders, including the ABPN-funded "Neurocognitive Psychiatry" project. She serves as reviewer for Medical Education and Academic Psychiatry journals, emphasizing educational methodology and resident well-being. She leads the Neurocognitive and Geriatric Psychiatry Program team, developing specialized clinical pathways for memory disorders while integrating educational components for trainees. Current initiatives address pandemic-related mental health impacts on elderly populations and cultural barriers to parental leave utilization among resident physicians.

• Consumer Behaviour
• Decision Making
• Food and Drink Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Juliet Memery holds a Professorship in Marketing at Bournemouth University’s Department of Marketing, Strategy and Innovation (Faculty of Management). Prior to this role, she was Associate Professor and Marketing & Entrepreneurship Group Leader at Plymouth University. Her research focuses on consumer behavior, decision-making processes, and food systems, with emphasis on sustainable food, food waste, and regional produce. Memery has secured grants from Defra, The Crown Estate, and the British Academy/Leverhulme Trust. Education: PhD in Consumer Behaviour/Marketing (University of Plymouth, 2005) BSc (Hons) in Business & Accounting (Brunel University, 1998) Research Interests: Memery’s work explores ethical grocery shopping, local/seasonal food consumption, food waste reduction, and seafood consumption habits. Recent projects include investigating dairy consumption patterns among young adults and regional food destination attractiveness. She co-edited books on humor in business (2018) and food stakeholder management (2016), and serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of International Food & Agribusiness Marketing. Grants & Projects: Horizon Europe MSCA-funded FoodMAPP (2023) British Academy/Leverhulme Grant on food waste packaging (2023) Defra-funded studies on local food impacts (2007-2009) PhD Supervision: Currently guiding five doctoral researchers across consumer behavior, food systems, and digital marketing. Completed students include Robert Angell (2010), Sevil Yesiloglu (2018), and Samreen Ashraf. External Roles: Editor-in-Chief, Journal of International Food & Agribusiness Marketing (2019–) External Examiner, Portsmouth Business School (2017–) Academy of Marketing Doctoral Colloquium Chair (2013–2014) Outreach: Engages in public talks like the 2017 Festival of Learning session on trust in brands. Research has been disseminated via over 60 journal articles and conference presentations, focusing on topics like trust repair mechanisms and food-related lifestyles.

• infant mental health
• social development
• early childhood education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Belinda Friezer serves as an Adjunct Research Fellow in the School of Education at Charles Sturt University, Australia. A registered psychologist and art therapist, she brings 25 years of specialized experience in infant mental health (birth to five years) to her academic role. Her professional affiliations include co-founding Secure Beginnings, a private practice providing consultancy, training, and clinical supervision for early childhood professionals. Her educational background comprises a Doctor of Philosophy from Charles Sturt University (awarded 2022), Master of Arts in Psychology (Family Therapy) from University of Western Sydney (1999), Master of Arts in Art Therapy from University of Western Sydney (1997), and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Macquarie University (1988). Prior academic appointments include Guest Lecturer at NSW Institute of Psychiatry and Associate Lecturer in Art Therapy at University of Western Sydney. Friezer's research centers on infant social development within peer groups in early childhood settings, examining how infants build sociality and group-related sensitivity. Her methodological approach combines laboratory-based observation with real-world childcare environments, utilizing video recording and psychoanalytic observation frameworks. Current work focuses on educators' roles in facilitating infant-peer interactions and supporting transition rituals in center-based care. Her 20 most recent publications (2013-2024) reveal consistent focus on infant group dynamics, with increasing emphasis on practical applications for educators. Key trends include the development of 'group-related sensitivity' concepts, analysis of transition rituals, and exploration of nonverbal communication in infant triads and peer groups. Her work bridges developmental psychology and early childhood education practice. Charles Sturt Excellence Awards: Research (2023) Early Childhood Australia Doctoral Thesis Award (2023) Charles Sturt University Higher Degree by Research University Medal (2022) Beth Southwell Award for Outstanding Thesis, NSW Institute for Educational Research (2022) Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship (Domestic Part Time) (2018) Friezer actively contributes to professional development through workshops like 'Big Fat Smiles - Networking Evening' and 'Safe and Secure: Group Based Transitions'. Her research directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) through evidence-based approaches to early childhood care. Current activities include presenting 'The Peer Relationships of Infants and Toddlers' workshop (2024) and serving as reviewer for Frontiers in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

• Anthropology
• Sociology
• Latvian Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. PhD Klāvs Sedlenieks serves as a PartTime Lecturer at the Faculty of Social Sciences , Rīga Stradiņš University . His research bridges anthropology, sociology, and political science, focusing on kinship structures, state implementation processes, and social dynamics in the Baltic region. Email: klavs.sedlenieks@rsu.lv In his 2024 monograph Radniecība un valsts īstenošana mūsdienu Latvijā , he examines how kinship networks influence bureaucratic processes and national identity formation. Earlier work like Pluralism Anxiety. Acting Socially in Latvia (2018) analyzes multicultural challenges in post-Soviet societies, while his 2020 studies on Montenegrin villages explore state performativity through rural governance metaphors. His Google Scholar publications reveal a trajectory exploring: Social media aggression patterns (2024) Hybrid warfare troll identification (2017) Corruption as discursive practice (2017) Material statehood through infrastructure (2020) Contact details: Phone: +37167409183 Office: 9c Kuldīgas iela, Riga

Xiaobei Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology of Childhood and Youth
• Anti-Asian Racism
• Colonialism and Postcolonialism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Xiaobei Chen is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at Carleton University since 2005. She holds a B.A. from Guizhou University, M.Phil. from the University of Hong Kong, and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on anti-Asian racism, Sinophobia, and the Chinese diaspora. She has held visiting professorships at Zhejiang Normal University, Shanghai Normal University, and Central China Normal University. Her academic contributions include landmark works like Tending the Gardens of Citizenship: Child Saving in Toronto, 1880s-1920s (2005) and co-edited volumes on anti-Asian racism (2025). She received the 2023 CSA Outstanding Contribution Award. Her recent work addresses systemic racism in Canada and globalized Sinophobia. Professional roles: Past-President of the Canadian Sociological Association (2020-2022) Community engagement: Organized Ottawa’s Vigil for Atlanta Shooting Victims (2021) and advises on multiculturalism policies Media engagements: Regular contributor to The Conversation , Hill Times , and Science|Business on China-Canada relations and academic freedom Her teaching spans critical race studies, colonialism, and transnational feminism. She actively advocates for academic freedom and challenges racial profiling in academia through speaking engagements and policy consultations.

Naomi Tyrrellمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Population Geography
• Family Migration Processes
• Children's Geographies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Naomi Tyrrell is a Visiting Research Fellow at the Doctoral College, University of Plymouth, and a Social Research Consultant focusing on family migration processes and children's geographies. Her work explores migrant family dynamics, Brexit impacts on Central and Eastern European (CEE) youth, and armed forces family mobility. She advises parents on successful home moves and provides workshops for organizations globally, combining academic expertise with practical coaching. Affiliations: University of Plymouth (Visiting Research Fellow), ResearchYourWay Consultancy, NaomityrrellPhD Authorship Research Interests: CEE migrant youth identities, transnational family migration, language practices, and child mobility Her research highlights marginalized groups' experiences, including migrant children's voices in Ireland, spatial identities of Greek-Cypriot families, and policy implications of Brexit. She has published widely on youth belonging, xenophobia, and intergenerational relationships. Recent projects include analyzing post-Brexit CEE youth futures and military family citizenship. Publications span academic journals and accessible books like "Moving to Oaktown" and "Gracie and Mouse Moving House," which use evidence-based strategies to support children during relocations. Her workshops address global practitioner needs, emphasizing child perspectives in migration studies.