جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Modern literature and literary theory
• Literature and legal studies
• Hermeneutical approaches to listening
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ingvild Folkvord is a Professor at NTNU's Department of Language and Literature within the Faculty of Humanities. She leads the NTNU-based research group 'Literature as a Social Resource' and serves on the supervisory board of the International Research Training Group 'Baltic Peripeties'. Her research focuses on modern literary theory, intersections between literature and law, hermeneutical listening approaches, and translation studies. She has authored/co-edited influential works such as Stemmene etter 22. juli (2020) and Ernst Cassirer on Form and Technology (2012). Her work prominently engages with post-2011 Norwegian trauma narratives, analyzing how literature constructs collective memory around events like the July 22 attacks. She explores legal and literary symbolic forms in terrorism response, and has written extensively on authors like Ingeborg Bachmann, Bertolt Brecht, and Kamel Daoud. Her pedagogical research includes studies on academic writing processes and supervisory practices in PhD education. Recent publications analyze ambiguous temporalities in Kathrin Röggla's NSU-trial narratives, migration themes in Jenny Erpenbeck's fiction, and the power of voice in Cassirer/Brechtian theory. She regularly contributes essays to platforms like Prosa and Klassekampen , discussing contemporary literary responses to crises such as the Ukraine war. Folkvord's interdisciplinary approach connects literary analysis with legal discourse, cultural memory, and migration studies. Her research emphasizes how narrative forms mediate collective trauma and societal transformation, particularly through Germanic/Nordic literary traditions.

Max Schleserمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Immersive Media
• Cinematic VR
• Interactive Filmmaking
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Max Schleser is Associate Professor in Film and Television at Swinburne University of Technology, where he also conducts research with the Centre for Transformative Media Technologies (CTMT). He is an Adobe Creative Educator Innovator, Founder of the Mobile Innovation Network & Association (MINA), and Screening Director of the International Mobile Innovation Screening & Festival. His work spans academic, artistic, and community domains, with a focus on innovative screen practices. Max holds a PhD in Creative Arts from the University of Westminster, an MA in Art and Media Practice with Distinction, and a BA Hons. His research centers on immersive media, documentary film, and creative arts 4.0, particularly cinematic VR and interactive filmmaking. He investigates screen production, emerging media, and smartphone filmmaking as tools for community engagement, creative transformation, and transmedia storytelling. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward integrating Generative AI into documentary and city film genres, exploring the 'AI eye' and computational non-fiction. He also investigates novel immersive production methods in VR, HyFlex pedagogies in film education, and collaborative mobile storytelling through workshops. His work consistently bridges creative practice with theoretical inquiry. Best Cinematography, International Cell Phone Cinema - Cannes (2025) Best Mobile Film, Nitiin International Film Festival (2024) Dean's Award for Teaching and Research, Swinburne University (2023) International Visiting Research Scholar, Auckland University of Technology (2024) Early Career Award - Research, Massey University (2012) Max leads multiple research grants focused on health storytelling, intergenerational connection, AI in screen industries, and sustainability education. He supervises creative projects and has conducted digital storytelling workshops for cultural institutes and government bodies worldwide. As founder of MINA and director of major festivals, he leads international networks in mobile media innovation. He also serves on the editorial board of the Media Practice and Education journal and has co-edited several key volumes on mobile media and storytelling.

• Contemporary Hungarian Literature
• 20th Century Hungarian Literature
• Aesthetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Csaba Horvath (born 1967) is an associate professor at the Department of Modern Hungarian Literature and Comparative Literature within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Károli Gáspár Reformed University. He holds a habilitation from ELTE (2017) and earned his PhD from ELTE in 2002 with a dissertation on 'Education and narration in the European novel.' Previously, he worked as a senior research fellow at the Petőfi Literary Museum and as a secondary school teacher at Óbudai Gimnázium. His educational background includes an MA in Hungarian language and literature from ELTE (1993) and a Diploma in advanced studies from Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales in Paris (1994). Horvath's research focuses on contemporary Hungarian literature, 20th century Hungarian literature, aesthetics, literary theory, and popular culture, with particular emphasis on post-postmodern and epimodern literary theory. Horvath has published extensively from 1995 to 2025, with recent work exploring epimodern Hungarian literature, contemporary narrative structures, and the relationship between literature and philosophy. His publications reveal a consistent engagement with Hungarian literary modernity and its evolution through postmodern and epimodern phases, examining how contemporary Hungarian authors navigate historical consciousness, narrative form, and aesthetic innovation. National Research, Development and Innovation Office (NRDIO) Project No. 150051: 'Researches of ERA (Epimodern Research Atelier)' Contemporary Central European Novel Research Group Hungarian Literary History for Foreigners MTA-ELTE Elegy research group Lajos Grendel research group Biofiction Research Group Horvath has served as a doctoral supervisor for Adam Barta (ELTE, 2023) and as an opponent in doctoral defenses for Janos Fejes (2018), Deák Szebeni Imola (2024), and András Pikó (2025). He has held numerous guest professorships across Europe including at Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales in Paris (2006, 2012), Charles University in Prague (2019, 2022), Nouvelle Sorbonne in Paris 3 (2021, 2023), and the University of Warsaw (2023).

Marie-Christine Michaudمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Italian Americans
• Ethnicity
• Immigration in the United States
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Marie-Christine Michaud is a Professor of American Studies at the University of South Brittany (Université de Bretagne Sud), affiliated with the Heritage and Creation in Text and Image research laboratory (HCTI-EA 4249). She specializes in Italian American studies, ethnicity, and immigration dynamics in the United States, with a focus on transnational identity formation and cultural recognition. Academic Background: Doctorate (1997, Paris-Sorbonne IV) Accreditation to Supervise Research (2010, University of Valenciennes and Hainaut-Cambresis) Her research explores the evolving identity of Italian Americans through literary analysis, urban studies, and historical frameworks, examining themes such as ethnic festivals, culinary adaptation, intergroup relations, and transnational connections. Michaud’s work frequently analyzes how Italian Americans navigate cultural assimilation while maintaining ethnic distinctiveness, particularly in New York City contexts like Little Italy’s transformation and the Verrazzano Bridge symbolism. She has published extensively on Italian American representation in literature and film, including studies of The Courtyard of Dreams , Nuovomondo , and The Wine Cellar , connecting artistic works to broader sociopolitical narratives of migration and identity. Her recent scholarship addresses contemporary issues like ethnicization in U.S. society and the struggle for recognition through cultural festivals such as Marco Polo Day. Leadership: Co-director of HCTI research laboratory (2012–present) Former administrative head for L2 year at UBS (2010–2012) Coordinator of the 'Amériques' research group within HCTI (2009–2012) Michaud teaches North American civilization (L1–M2) and American literature (L3–Master), mentoring students through research projects on ethnicity and transnationalism. Her scholarly activities include organizing international conferences on American studies and participating in collaborative projects like the John Calandra Italian-American Institute’s 'Diaspore italiane' initiative.

Ove Daniel Jakobsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecological Economics
• Sustainable Social Development
• Philosophy of Science
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Ove Daniel Jakobsen is a distinguished academic at Nord University's School of Business specializing in ecological economics and sustainability. He serves as a board member at the Center for Sami and Indigenous Studies and holds leadership positions including Deputy Chairman of NaKUHel Academy. His scholarly work bridges economics, environmental science, and social philosophy, challenging conventional growth paradigms with transformative frameworks for sustainable development. Dr. Jakobsen's educational background includes: Dr. Economics from the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) in 1989 Cand. Philol. from the University of Bergen (UiB) with a philosophy major in 1991 Master of Science in Economics and Administration from the Norwegian School of Economics in 1987 His research focuses on ecological economics as a paradigm shift from traditional economic thinking. He explores circular economy models, ecopreneurship, and dialogue-based approaches to social change, emphasizing the interconnectedness of nature, culture, and health. His scholarship challenges the growth imperative of mainstream economics, advocating for systems that prioritize ecological integrity and social wellbeing. Dr. Jakobsen's recent work examines utopian thinking as a practical methodology for community development and investigates the spiritual dimensions of sustainable business practices. His publications reveal a consistent focus on transforming economic systems through ecological principles, with growing emphasis on community-based solutions and the integration of indigenous knowledge systems. His research demonstrates a progression from theoretical foundations toward practical implementation, with increasing attention to participatory methods and alternative economic indicators that measure wellbeing rather than mere output. The nature-culture-health interplay represents a central theme in his scholarship, recognizing these as interconnected systems rather than separate domains. Dr. Jakobsen actively contributes to public discourse through his board memberships with organizations including Cultura Bank, Public Health Alliance Nordland, and the Norwegian Non-Fiction Writers and Translators Association. His work with the Utopia Workshop methodology provides communities with practical tools for envisioning sustainable futures through collaborative processes. His educational initiatives include developing ecological economics curriculum for Bodø Upper Secondary School and leading the ERASMUS+ 'Applied Ecopreneurship Methodologies' project (2017-2019), demonstrating his commitment to translating academic research into practical applications that benefit communities and students.

Petra Ahrweilerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology and Society
• Innovation Networks
• Policy Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Petra Ahrweiler is a full professor of Sociology of Technology and Innovation at the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (since 2013), with a focus on social simulation and innovation policy. She previously served as Director of the EA European Academy for Technology Assessment (2013–2017) and held a professorship at University College Dublin. Her research explores technology-society interactions, innovation networks, and AI ethics, emphasizing participatory approaches and policy modeling. She leads initiatives like the TISSS LAB and Sensorithm Digital Transformation Lab, focusing on AI, climate action, and societal impact. A recipient of fellowships from acatech and AcademiaNet, she also served as ESSA President (2020–2022). Education: PhD in Social Sciences from the Free University of Berlin (on AI), Habilitation from the University of Bielefeld (simulation in science studies). Former roles include research at MIT (USA) and leadership at the Innovation Research Unit (IRU), UCD. Research Interests: Her work bridges sociology and computational modeling, addressing topics like participatory AI, innovation dynamics, and policy simulation. Recent foci include culture-sensitive AI, climate action catalysts, and pandemic response modeling. She co-leads major projects such as AI FORA, CECAN, and PEERE, advancing interdisciplinary collaboration. Awards & Leadership: Acatech and AcademiaNet fellowships, ESSA presidency, and leadership in international research consortia. Her work emphasizes ethical AI, societal engagement, and systemic innovation. Labs & Teams: Core leader of TISSS LAB (Technology Innovation & Simulation Science) and the Sensorithm Lab, which develop adaptive sensor systems and participatory AI tools. Collaborates globally on digital transformation and social simulation.

Philipp Therمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of Transformations
• Social and Cultural History of East Central Europe
• Music and History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Philipp Ther is a Professor of Central European History at the University of Vienna, leading the Research Center for the History of Transformations (RECET) and serving as Deputy Head of the Research Platform for the Study of Transformations and Eastern Europe . He previously held the Chair of Comparative European History at the European University Institute in Florence. His research focuses on post-1989 political and social transformations , East Central European cultural and social history , nationalism , and ethnic cleansing . He has authored award-winning books including Europe since 1989: A History (Princeton UP, 2016), recipient of the Leipzig Book Fair non-fiction prize, and The Outsiders: Refugees in Europe since 1492 (Princeton UP, 2019). He leads major projects like Transformations from Below: Shipyards and Labour Relations in the Uljanik (Croatia) and Gdynia (Poland) Shipyards since the 1980s (2016–2019), funded by German and Austrian research councils. He was awarded the prestigious Wittgenstein Prize (2019), Austria’s highest scientific honor. Teaching : Leads seminars on transformation theories, East European globalization history, and music in the Habsburg Empire. Publications : Over 15 books translated into 15 languages, 12 co-edited volumes, and numerous articles. Affiliations : Department of East European History, University of Vienna; Research Platform for Transformations/Eastern Europe.

• Cultural Theory
• Gender Studies
• Digital Humanities
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gerardine Meaney is a Full Professor of Cultural Theory in the School of English, Drama and Film at University College Dublin (UCD). She serves as Director of the UCD Centre for Cultural Analytics and is Principal Investigator on a European Research Council (ERC) funded project on European Migrants in the British Imagination. Her academic leadership includes a previous role as Director of the UCD Humanities Institute (2011–2016). Research Interests: Her scholarship spans gender, migration, national identities, cultural memory, and digital humanities. She integrates critical theory with innovative digital methodologies to analyze literature and culture. Her work emphasizes feminist theory, Irish women’s writing, modernism, and the intersection of technology and humanities. The most recent publications reflect a strong trend toward computational and digital approaches in literary analysis, particularly using word embeddings and semantic networks to study gender in 19th-century fiction. Her research also continues to engage deeply with Irish cultural identity, modernist literature, and feminist literary recovery. Scientific Awards and Honors: Member of the Royal Irish Academy Visiting Fellow, Institute for Advanced Studies, University of Edinburgh (2021–2022) Advising and Grants: She has supervised PhD students as a thesis supervisor and led significant research projects, including ERC and Irish Research Council grants such as 'Contagion, Biopolitics and Migration in European Cultural Memory' and 'Inventing and Re-Inventing the Irish Woman: External Influences on Gender Construction 1760–2005'. Labs and Teams: She leads the UCD Centre for Cultural Analytics, which supports digital humanities research, and has contributed to digital outreach projects including an iPad app on James Joyce’s 'The Dead' and the Irish Virtual Research Library and Archive.

Stephan Packardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Media Control
• Censorship
• Surveillance
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Stephan Packard is a Professor for Cultures and Theories of Popularity at the Institute for Media Culture and Theatre at the University of Cologne, where he has held a full professorship since 2017. Previously, he served as Junior Professor for Media Cultural Studies at Albert Ludwig University of Freiburg (2010-2017) and was repeatedly an acting professor for Cultures and Theories of Popularity at the University of Cologne (2015-2017). His research focuses on media control (including censorship, surveillance, and propaganda), popular visual cultures with particular emphasis on comics research, and the complex relationships between factuality, fictionality, and virtuality. As a media semiotician and discourse analyst, Packard examines how meaning is constructed across different media forms and how power operates through media systems. Packard's scholarly output shows a clear trend toward examining the intersections of comics studies with broader media theory, political philosophy, and critical social analysis. His recent publications increasingly address digital sovereignty, algorithmic control, and the transformation of media landscapes in the digital age, while maintaining his foundational work in comics theory and media semiotics. His research connects historical analysis of media forms with contemporary concerns about digital media power structures. Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Prize of the German Research Foundation (2015) Packard leads several significant research projects including the OER-Verbundprojekt 'Comicforschung.nrw,' 'The Adventure as a Popular Nomad: Transformations of Adventure Narratives in Comics,' and the 'Glossary of Digital Sovereignty.' He is actively involved in multiple academic networks including the Global South Studies Center (since 2025), the Key Profile Area Skills and Structures in Language and Cognition (since 2024), and was the first chairman of the Society for Comics Research (ComFor) from 2013-2019. His work bridges theoretical media studies with practical concerns about digital citizenship and media literacy in contemporary society.

Rebecca Walkerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• 20th/21st Century Women's Writing
• Italian Literature
• Theological Dimensions in Literature
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Rebecca Walker is a Research Associate at the School of Divinity, University of St Andrews, and a Modern Humanities Research Association Postdoctoral Scholar in the School of Modern Languages. She holds a PhD in Italian (2021), an MLitt in Italian Studies (2017), and an MA in French and Italian (2016), all from St Andrews. Her research focuses on 20th/21st-century women's writing, particularly Italian authors like Elena Ferrante and Goliarda Sapienza, with recent work exploring theological dimensions in modern Italian literature. She teaches courses on Italian language, culture, and literature, including specialized modules on Elena Ferrante and modernist drama. Her awards include the Society for Italian Studies Postgraduate Prize (2018) and the Contemporary Women's Writing Essay Prize (2018). Current projects involve preparing her doctoral thesis for publication and investigating responses to Roman Catholicism in women's writing. She has published widely in journals like Annali d'Italianistica and Textual Practice , focusing on themes of fragmentation, trauma, and subjectivity in literature. Teaching responsibilities include foundational Italian language courses (IT1001-IT2002), cultural modules (IT1013-IT1014), and advanced topics like Elena Ferrante (IT4033) and Literary Theory (ML5020). She contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives such as the St Andrews Encyclopaedia of Theology and the Modern Humanities Research Association fellowship program.

Karen Schrammمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Literature
• American Literature
• Wilderness Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Karen Schramm serves as Professor in the Department of English at Delaware Valley University, where she has taught 23 distinct courses since joining this teaching-focused institution. Her academic journey spans appointments at Rutgers University, the University of Delaware, Rowan University, and community colleges, with her current role emphasizing innovative pedagogy and environmental advocacy. As a Partner in Conservation with the World Wildlife Fund, she actively supports global wilderness protection initiatives across the Amazon and American Prairie. Education: Ph.D. in English (American Literature), University of Delaware M.A. in English, Rutgers University B.A. in English, Rutgers University Dr. Schramm's research centers on environmental literature's role in American cultural identity, particularly examining wilderness narratives from the American Renaissance period. Her scholarship bridges literary analysis with conservation ethics through courses like Environmental Literature and Introduction to Literature: Creature Comforts, which explores animal representations in fiction and creative non-fiction. This interdisciplinary approach extends to her personal commitment to nature, demonstrated by her lifelong documentation of cicada emergences since childhood. Her 30+ publications reveal consistent thematic evolution from early pedagogical innovations to current environmental scholarship, featuring definitive contributions in Oxford and Cambridge University Press volumes. While haiku poetry reflects her nature-focused aesthetic, her academic work demonstrates sophisticated analysis of wilderness discourse in American literature and practical applications in educational technology. The publications collectively showcase her dual commitment to advancing literary scholarship and transforming classroom practice through creative methodology. Scientific Awards: $300 award for best article in Teaching for Success (1997) Dr. Schramm has mentored student writers through 15 consecutive years (1998-2013) as advisor and copy-editor for The Gleaner , the university's literary magazine, while developing innovative teaching methodologies like the 'Angered Porcupine' approach. Her scholarly productivity includes six biographical entries for the American National Biography and multiple book chapters addressing technology integration in education, though specific research grants aren't documented in available materials. Her conservation partnership with WWF represents significant professional engagement beyond traditional academic boundaries. No dedicated research laboratories or formal research teams are referenced in her professional documentation, with scholarly activities primarily conducted through individual publication and institutional teaching roles.

Harri Laaksoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Photography
• Artistic Research
• Contemporary Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Harri Laakso is an Associate Professor of Photography Research and Head of the Department of Art and Media at Aalto University. An artist-researcher and curator, his work explores photographic images and theory, artistic research, and the relations between images, words, and performative actions within contemporary visual culture. His educational background includes: BFA in Film, Photography and Visual Arts from Ithaca College, New York (1991) MA in Photography from University of Art and Design Helsinki (1996) Graduate Certificate in Art History, Theory and Criticism from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (1999) Doctoral degree from the University of Art and Design Helsinki (2003) Laakso's research centers on the theoretical and practical dimensions of photography, examining how images interact with language and performance. He investigates artistic research methodologies and the role of photography in contemporary art, with a focus on meaning construction and performative aspects of image-making. His recent publications (2021-2025) focus on artistic research, photographic theory, and narrative structures, exploring themes such as parafiction, divination, and mythological metaphors. This body of work bridges academic discourse with artistic practice, emphasizing temporal and relational aspects of photography. His notable scientific awards include: Aalto University Annual Excellence Award in Teaching (2017) for contributions to the University-Wide Art Studies program, which fostered transdisciplinary education across Aalto's schools. Laakso has supervised 14 completed doctoral students in photography, contemporary art, and visual culture. He has led significant research projects including "Figures of Touch" (2009-2012) and "Floating Peripheries" (2017-2021), and curated major exhibitions such as the Backlight Photography Triennials and the Finnish Pavilion at the 2013 Venice Biennale. His leadership roles encompass: Chair of the Editorial Board of RUUKKU Journal of Artistic Research (since 2014) Member and Chair of the Academic Board of The Artistic Research Doctoral School (AREA) Co-chair of the Art of Research Conference 2023 Organizing chair for the Helsinki Photomedia Conference 2024 Through his roles in the Department of Art and Media and AREA, Laakso fosters interdisciplinary collaboration. His work with RUUKKU and conference organization creates dynamic platforms for artistic research, connecting artists, researchers, and curators in exploring the evolving landscape of visual culture.

Gavin James Bowerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Creative Writing
• Journalism
• Digital Literature
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gavin James Bower is a Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University’s School of Writing, Publishing and the Humanities. A Lancashire-born author of two novels and one non-fiction work, he combines academic practice with journalism, having contributed to major publications like The Guardian and The Sunday Telegraph , and served as a scriptwriter for EastEnders since 2014. Education : PhD in Creative Writing from Bath Spa University; BA in History from the University of Sheffield. His research explores intersections between grief, creative methodology, and digital writing. Notably, his 2024 article examines grief as a narrative framework, while his 2017 work with collaborators investigates digital storytelling’s theoretical and performative dimensions. Key creative outputs include the 2019 book chapter Living without , reflecting his focus on existential and biographical narratives, and the 2022 PhD thesis Writing through , which synthesizes his exploration of absence and personal transformation in literature. Professional Recognition : Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).

• Sustainability
• Human-Computer Interaction
• ICT for Sustainability
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Elina Eriksson is an Associate Professor at the Department of Media Technology and Interaction Design (MID) within the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. She holds additional affiliations with Green Leap, Digital Futures, and the KTH Climate Action Center. Dr. Eriksson co-leads the Sustainable Futures Lab research group and serves as programme responsible for the new Sustainable Digitalisation master's programme launching in autumn 2024. Dr. Eriksson earned her PhD from KTH with the thesis 'Situated Reflexive Change - User-centred Design in(to) Practice' in 2013, while also working at Uppsala University during her doctoral studies. Her academic journey demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of technology and sustainability. Her research centers on sustainability and human-computer interaction (S-HCI), specifically exploring how computing can facilitate the transition to a more sustainable world. She investigates change processes and practices across multiple domains, with particular emphasis on energy transitions, academic travel emissions, sustainable behavior change, and futures thinking for sustainability. Dr. Eriksson approaches these challenges through both theoretical frameworks and practical interventions. Analysis of Dr. Eriksson's publication record reveals a strong trajectory in sustainable computing, with increasing focus on climate action and systemic change in recent years. Her work bridges technical computing research with social science perspectives, emphasizing practical applications for sustainability challenges across academic, organizational, and everyday contexts. Dr. Eriksson currently manages the project 'Beyond the event horizon: tools to explore local energy transformations' and contributes to 'Decreased CO2-emissions in flight-intensive organisations' and 'HabitWise - Creating Sustainable Everyday Habits.' She teaches courses including 'ICT and Sustainability,' 'Leading Complex Change Processes,' and 'Sustainable ICT in Practice,' while examining various degree projects across computing disciplines. As co-leader of the Sustainable Futures Lab, Dr. Eriksson fosters interdisciplinary research that examines how digital technologies can support sustainable practices and transitions. The lab serves as a hub for innovative approaches to sustainability challenges through human-centered computing research.

Janet Harbordمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Studies
• Cinema Philosophy
• Film Archaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Janet Harbord is a Professor of Film Studies within the School of Languages, Linguistics and Film at Queen Mary University of London, where she serves as Principal Investigator for the Wellcome Trust-funded 'Autism through Cinema' project and contributes to the Centre for Film and Ethics. Her academic leadership spans research, teaching of core courses including Film Archaeology and Modern/Postmodern Cinema, and supervision of doctoral candidates. Her research interrogates cinema's relationship with embodiment, environments, and philosophical frameworks—particularly through Giorgio Agamben's theories—while pioneering intersections between autism studies, neurodiversity, and film representation. Key trajectories include film archaeology's exploration of sensory discipline, public space media's transformation of urban environments, and avant-garde practices challenging conventional narrative structures. This intellectual breadth manifests in analyses of medical film, entertainment cinema, and artists like Chris Marker and Apichatpong Weerasethakul. Recent publications demonstrate sustained engagement with film philosophy and archaeology, evolving from historical analyses of cinematic institutions toward contemporary concerns about attention, distraction, and neurodiverse embodiment. Her work consistently bridges theoretical rigor with empirical investigations of film festivals, autism representation, and the ethical dimensions of screen-based media across public and private spheres. Her major research awards include: Wellcome Trust Award for 'Autism through Cinema' (2018-2022, £657,000) AHRC International Network Grant for 'Bazaar Cinema' (2012-2014, £45,000) AHRC Researcher in Residence Scheme (2013, £40,000) EPSRC and AHRC Grant for 'MediaCity' (2009-2010) Leverhulme Trust Grant for 'Spaces of the Media' (2008-2012) Professor Harbord currently supervises three PhD candidates: Songyan Du (Chinese subtitling of English-language films), Cathy Lomax (screen makeup and female identity), and Tashi Petter (Lotte Reiniger's silhouette films). Her grant portfolio reflects strategic focus on cinema's evolving relationship with public space, philosophical inquiry, and neurodiversity, securing over £1 million in competitive funding from major UK research councils. As an active member of Queen Mary's Centre for Film and Ethics, she contributes to interdisciplinary dialogues examining cinema's ethical dimensions, while her 'Autism through Cinema' project fosters collaboration between medical researchers, filmmakers, and neurodiverse communities to reimagine cinematic representation.