جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jamie L. Workmanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Academic Advising
• Living Learning Communities
• Fraternity and Sorority Life
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jamie L. Workman is an Assistant Professor of Higher Education Leadership at Valdosta State University (2016–present), following roles at the University of Northern Iowa (2014–2016) and a 15-year career in residence life and student affairs across multiple states. He holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education from Ohio University (2013), an M.S. from Indiana State University (2001), and a B.S. in Education from Eastern Illinois University (1999). His research focuses on academic advising, living-learning communities, and fraternity/sorority life, with particular attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. Key themes include marginalized student populations (e.g., migrant students, LGBTQ+ individuals, Black males), organizational responses to crises, and open educational resources implementation. Publications highlight trends in student persistence strategies, pandemic adaptations in Greek life, and systemic barriers affecting underrepresented groups. While no formal awards are listed, his work emphasizes practical solutions for institutional challenges like cost reduction through OER and fostering inclusive campus climates. Workman’s career bridges practitioner experience with academic research, contributing to policy development in academic advising and student support systems. His collaborations span faculty, librarians, and community organizations to address real-world educational inequities.

Josef Plonerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• International Education
• Higher Education
• Tourism and Heritage Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Josef Ploner is a Senior Lecturer in International and Comparative Education at the Manchester Institute of Education (MIE), part of the University of Manchester's School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED). He specializes in international education, academic mobilities, and the intersections between education and migration in Europe. His research explores global migration patterns, diaspora communities, and learning through cultural heritage, tourism, and creative industries. He has held leadership roles including Programme Director for BA Management, Leadership and Leisure (2021-2023) and currently leads the innovative BA Education, Leadership and Culture program launching in 2024/25. He holds a PhD in Tourism and Heritage Studies (Leeds Beckett University, 2011), MA in Cultural Anthropology/European Ethnology (University of Vienna, 2003), and PGCert in Academic Practice (University of Hull, 2016). His teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate programs emphasizing international and civic engagement components. Research interests include: international student migration, intercultural learning in diverse societies, tourism as ideological contestation, and heritage as sites of memory formation. He co-edits the Journal of Tourism and Cultural Change and serves as External Examiner for MA Education at the University of Bath. Key achievements include being a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) and contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education and cultural preservation. His work has been cited in over 30 peer-reviewed publications and he actively collaborates across Europe and Asia in higher education research networks. Ploner supervises PhD students focusing on topics like international higher education mobilities, resilience in nursing education, and transnational cultural heritage projects. His lab activities include exploring place-based education through urban cultural initiatives and digital learning spaces.

Timothy Lensmireمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Critical Pedagogy
• Whiteness Studies
• Race and Ethnicity
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Timothy Lensmire is a Professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Minnesota. His work bridges critical pedagogy, whiteness studies, and democracy in education. University of Minnesota (PhD in Literacy Education, Culture and Teaching) His research explores: Antiracist education through critical pedagogies and radical democracy White racial identity formation in rural America using Black intellectual traditions Intersection of literacy, race, and power in classrooms Recent publications analyze whiteness through Bakhtinian dialogism, Black mentorship frameworks, and the reproduction of white supremacy in intra-white relations. He co-edited a special issue on Black Lives Matter and rural education. Scientific recognition: ICQI 2018 Qualitative Book Award Nomination for White Folks He teaches courses on curriculum theory, critical pedagogy, and the politics of race/literacy in education. His work has been featured in media outlets like Brainerd Dispatch and ShepherdExpress.

• Wrongful convictions
• Forensic evidence reform
• Criminal justice system
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Valena Elizabeth Beety serves as the Robert H. McKinney Professor of Law at Indiana University Maurer School of Law, with additional affiliation as a Senior Research Fellow at Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Academy for Justice. She is a leading expert on wrongful convictions and forensic evidence reform, having co-edited The Wrongful Convictions Reader which was reviewed in Cardozo Law Review de novo as offering "new perspectives to seasoned practitioners and scholars" while serving effectively as a course textbook. Professor Beety's research program critically examines systemic flaws leading to wrongful convictions, including false confessions, witness misidentifications, cognitive bias, junk science, police and prosecutorial misconduct, and ineffective assistance of counsel. Her scholarship spans forensic science reform, drug policy, reproductive justice, and the intersection of gender, disability, and criminal justice. She has published extensively on how marginalized populations—particularly women, rural communities, and individuals with substance use disorders—are disproportionately affected by current criminal justice practices. Her work demonstrates how forensic evidence is often misapplied or overvalued in criminal proceedings, contributing to miscarriages of justice. Analysis of Professor Beety's publication history reveals consistent focus on evolving forensic methodologies and their courtroom application. Her scholarship has progressed from examining traditional forensic issues like bite mark evidence and eyewitness identification to addressing contemporary challenges including drug-induced homicide prosecutions, the impact of facial recognition technology, and the legal implications of the Dobbs decision on pregnancy criminalization. Recent work increasingly addresses the intersection of public health crises—including the opioid epidemic and COVID-19 pandemic—with criminal justice system responses, highlighting how vulnerable populations bear disproportionate burdens. Professor Beety actively contributes to practical legal reform efforts, having developed the Drug-Induced Homicide Defense Toolkit and provided expert analysis for forensic evidence reforms in Arizona. Her scholarship is widely cited across legal academia and has directly informed policy discussions at state and national levels regarding criminal justice reform and wrongful conviction prevention.

• Climate Science
• Climate Risks
• Cultural Impacts of Climate Change
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lila Singh-Peterson is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Agriculture and Environmental Science, University of Southern Queensland. With dual PhDs in atmospheric science and socio-cultural anthropology, she specializes in climate change impacts, community resilience, and cultural adaptation strategies across Australia and the South Pacific. BSc (Curtin, 1996) GDipGeoIS&RS (Charles Sturt, 2002) BSc(Hons) (Macquarie, 2003) FndUL&T (USC, 2017) PhD (UNSW, 2007) PhD (University of Queensland, 2025) Her research bridges climate science and social anthropology, focusing on: Community resilience frameworks Climate adaptation policies Rural development strategies Food security and market systems Indigenous knowledge in climate resilience Gender equity in agricultural contexts Dr. Singh-Peterson's recent publications analyze climate resilience typologies, sea level prediction models, and gendered institutional impacts across the Pacific Islands and Australia. She has secured over $3m in research funding from organizations like the Crawford Fund, ACIAR, and National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility. Crawford Fund - International Engagement Award (2022, 2018) UniSQ PhD Completion Grant (2022) ACIAR Grant (2016) UN Food and Agriculture Organisation Consultant (2016) National Climate Change Adaptation Research Grant (2012) She supervises PhD and Masters students in climate adaptation research and is affiliated with multiple interdisciplinary centers including the Institute for Resilient Regions and Centre for Applied Climate Sciences.

• Earth and Environmental Science Education
• Conceptual Change
• Learning Progressions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Reece Mills is an Associate Professor of Education at the Faculty of Creative Industries, Education & Social Justice, School of Education, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, Australia. With a career spanning from secondary school science teaching to leading academic roles, he focuses on creating socially and ecologically sustainable futures through education. His research foci include sustainability, science education, and initial teacher education, supported by two significant Australian Research Council (ARC) grants addressing teacher shortages. PhD in Education, James Cook University Bachelor of Education with Honours, James Cook University Reece's research explores critical areas such as teacher shortages, career change in STEM education, and the impact of policy enactment on educational practices. His work integrates inclusive assessment design, geographical education, and innovative pedagogy to enhance STEM career aspirations among rural students. The 2025-2024 article collection highlights trends in teacher training, policy analysis, and digital tools like slowmation in science education. Recipient of multiple teaching awards including QUT STARS Award (2016), Vice Chancellor's Performance Award (2016), and Faculty Teaching and Learning Award (2017) Actively supervises PhD and Professional Doctorate students on topics like career change teachers and pedagogical approaches As Executive Board Member of Australasian Science Education Research Association (ASERA) and member of Australian Teacher Education Association (ATEA), he contributes to advancing science education. His editorial role at Teaching Science journal since 2017 further underscores his commitment to the discipline.

Edward N. Okekeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Economics
• Global Health
• Economic Development
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Edward N. Okeke is a Senior Economist and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy, RAND. He is an applied microeconomist and physician with public health training, conducting research at the intersection of health and development. His work spans sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and Latin America, with a strong focus on Nigeria. University: RAND School: RAND School of Public Policy Academic Rank: Professor Email: Edward_Okeke@rand.org Education: M.B.B.S. (M.D.), Nnamdi Azikiwe University M.A. in Applied Economics, University of Michigan Master's in Public Health, University of Michigan Ph.D. in Health Policy (Economics), University of Michigan Edward Okeke's research centers on health economics and global development, with a strong emphasis on maternal and infant health, preventive health technologies, human capital investment, and healthcare access. His work explores how economic incentives, policy interventions, and health system design affect health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries. He frequently employs randomized controlled trials and field experiments to evaluate the impact of health programs. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on maternal and child health, cash transfer programs, health workforce dynamics, and pandemic impacts. Key themes include the effectiveness of financial incentives in improving healthcare utilization, the role of skilled birth attendants, and the unintended consequences of health policies. His studies often use natural experiments and administrative data to assess real-world outcomes, particularly in Nigeria and India. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Research funded by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Supported by the National Cancer Institute Funding from the International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie) Support from the Russell Sage Foundation Currently leading two NIH-funded multi-site RCTs in Nigeria Okeke has served as Principal Investigator on numerous studies, demonstrating leadership in large-scale research projects. His grants reflect strong institutional support and recognition of his expertise in health policy and economics. He previously held a faculty position as Assistant Professor of Health Economics and Policy at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine before joining RAND. Labs and Research Teams: Edward Okeke is affiliated with RAND, where he leads research initiatives in global health and policy analysis. His work is conducted within interdisciplinary teams focused on health systems, economic development, and policy evaluation. He collaborates with public health experts, economists, and policymakers, particularly in Nigeria and other developing regions.

Dominic Villeneuveمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Mobility
• Transportation Planning
• Land Use Planning
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dominic Villeneuve is a Professor at the School of Planning and Regional Development (ÉSAD) at Université Laval, where he conducts research and teaches in the fields of sustainable mobility, land use planning, and transportation policy. His work focuses on understanding car dependency, modal shift, and the social dimensions of mobility, particularly in urban, peri-urban, and rural contexts. He leads and co-leads multiple externally funded research projects involving interdisciplinary collaborations with universities, government agencies, and NGOs. His primary research areas include: Sustainable and active transportation Mobility as a Service (MaaS) Behavioral aspects of transport choice Transport policy and governance Social exclusion and mobility equity Planning for aging populations His recent research projects, such as "Carrots and Sticks" (NSERC), "PASA-GES" (FRQNT), and "PeFaDA" (SSHRC), examine the effectiveness of interventions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, model the impacts of new transit infrastructure like the Quebec City tramway, and review literature on car dependency. His publications and expert commentary span academic research, public policy, and media engagement, including documentaries and podcasts on future mobility. Dr. Villeneuve's research has been featured in media outlets such as Radio-Canada, TV5 Monde, and Noovo. He actively supervises master’s and PhD students and teaches graduate courses including Transport and Territorial Dynamics and Implementing Sustainable Transport. He also participates in public engagement through advisory committees on sustainable mobility for Quebec City and the Quebec Metropolitan Community. His work is characterized by a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research, community involvement, and translating academic findings into practical policy solutions for more equitable and sustainable mobility systems.

• Marriage and Family Therapy
• Medical Family Therapy
• Biopsychosocial Aspects of Illness and Disability
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kelly Kennedy is a Part-Time Lecturer and Core Faculty member in the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy at Converse University. She is actively involved in teaching, clinical practice, and research, with a strong focus on medical family therapy and the biopsychosocial dimensions of illness, particularly in marginalized populations. Education: Ph.D. in Child and Family Development, The University of Georgia M.S. in Child and Family Development, The University of Georgia B.A. in Psychology, Clemson University Her research interests center on medical family therapy , illness and disability in marginalized communities , and the biopsychosocial model of health. Clinically, she specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, anxiety disorders, and intimacy issues. Her interdisciplinary approach is evident in her work bridging family therapy with Islamic studies and feminist theory. The trend in her scholarly work reflects a consistent focus on breast cancer and family dynamics , cross-cultural mental health , and therapeutic interventions that integrate systemic, feminist, and medical perspectives. Her publications span journals and conferences in family therapy, oncology, and cultural psychology, emphasizing qualitative insights and collaborative models of care. Professional Affiliations and Service: Board Member, SCAMFT Division – Member at Large (2014–Present) Delta Kappa Faculty Advisor SC Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) AAMFT Approved Supervisor Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor Clinical Member, American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) Dr. Kennedy also owns and operates Modern Wellness Family Counseling, LLC , a group practice in Spartanburg and Greenville, SC, demonstrating her entrepreneurial engagement in mental health. Her teaching portfolio includes core courses such as Systems of Family Therapy, Brief Models, Sexual Dysfunction, and Supervised Practicum, indicating her role in training future clinicians. While no formal grants are listed, her service and clinical leadership suggest active professional engagement beyond the classroom. Labs & Teams: Dr. Kennedy is associated with interdisciplinary teams focused on medical family therapy and cross-cultural mental health initiatives. Her collaboration with scholars in Islamic studies and oncology reflects a commitment to team-based, integrative approaches to family therapy.

Jeffery Talbertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pharmaceutical Policy
• Health Policy
• Medicaid Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jeffery Talbert, PhD is a Professor and Division Chief for Biomedical Informatics in the UK College of Medicine and a Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science at the UK College of Pharmacy. He holds additional leadership roles as Director of the Institute for Biomedical Informatics, Associate Director of the UK Center for Clinical and Translational Science, and Deputy Director of the Rural and Underserved Health Research Center. His research focuses on pharmaceutical policy, Medicaid policy, and biomedical informatics with a strong emphasis on addressing the opioid epidemic through data-driven interventions. Dr. Talbert earned his B.S., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees from Texas A&M University. His academic contributions span policy analysis, health informatics, and translational research. He leads the HEALing Communities Study, a large-scale initiative to reduce opioid overdose deaths through community-based interventions. His work integrates machine learning, predictive analytics, and healthcare data systems to improve treatment adherence, reduce disparities in opioid use disorder care, and monitor public health trends during crises like the pandemic. Key innovations include automated clinical systems (e.g., SmartState), secure large language model platforms, and overdose forecasting tools like RADOR-KY. His research frequently examines policy impacts on medication access, such as buprenorphine utilization trends and cannabis legalization effects. Collaborations across institutions and states enable multi-state data networks for evaluating Medicaid programs and healthcare disparities in Appalachia. Grants and awards support his work in opioid response, health equity, and informatics infrastructure development. He actively contributes to translational science through the MODRN (Medicaid Outcomes Distributed Research Network) and O2-Net (Opioid Overdose Network), advancing data-driven solutions for complex health challenges.

Ann Gervasoniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematics Education
• Early Childhood Mathematics Learning
• Primary Mathematics Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ann Gervasoni is an Associate Professor in Numeracy at Monash University's Clayton Campus. She previously worked as a primary school teacher, administrator, and mathematics consultant, and held roles at Australian Catholic University. Her research focuses on early mathematics learning, particularly for vulnerable students, and she has developed the Extending Mathematical Understanding Intervention Program. She leads projects like Let's Count and Numeracy@Home, funded by organizations such as The Smith Family and Australian Council of Research. Education Background: Extensive experience in primary education and mathematics consulting, with a PhD in enhancing mathematics learning for vulnerable children. Research Interests: Mathematics intervention strategies, early childhood numeracy development, educational equity, and community engagement programs. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and reducing inequalities. Projects: Current projects include collaborative initiatives to reform mathematics teaching in primary schools and interventions targeting low socioeconomic communities. Past projects include the Early Numeracy Research Project and Bridging the Numeracy Gap in Indigenous Communities. Awards: Includes an Australian Learning and Teaching Council Citation (2009), Australian Catholic University Vice-Chancellor's Award (2008), and Mathematics Education Group of Australasia's Research Award (2011). Grants and Advising: Led multiple research projects funded by government and non-profit organizations. Advised on system-wide mathematics reforms and teacher training programs. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with institutions like Aarhus University and Bielefeld University, and actively engages with communities through programs like Ballarat Clemente and Maths Clubs.

• Public Health
• Gender Studies
• Social Determinants of Health
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Catherine Mac Phail is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean (Research) at the School of Health and Society, University of Wollongong. She holds a PhD from the University of the Witwatersrand and has extensive academic appointments, including roles at the Centre for Social Research in Health and the MRC/Wits Rural Public Health and Health Transitions Research Unit. Her research focuses on social determinants of health, with special attention to gender, poverty, and education. She is internationally recognized for studies on adolescent health in South Africa and Australia, including HIV prevention, gender violence, and migrant health. Teaching & Supervision: Mac Phail supervises doctoral students on topics such as mHealth interventions for HIV prevention, intimate partner violence, and compassionate communities approaches to end-of-life care. She has led projects like a cross-faculty initiative to support international students and a food pedagogy framework for urban health. Leadership: She serves on committees like the PRISM Partnership for HIV prevention and chairs the Postgraduate Public Health program at UOW. Her research outputs span over 197 publications, emphasizing gender equity, HIV/AIDS, and social policy. Funding: Grants include studies on PrEP access for Australian women and community mobilization for gender equality. Her work bridges global and local health challenges, combining qualitative and quantitative methods to address systemic inequities.

Joy Morganمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Agricultural Education
• Diverse Learners
• Assessments in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joy Morgan is an Associate Professor and Director of the North Carolina Agricultural Leadership Development Program at North Carolina State University's Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences. She holds a BS, MA, and EdD in Agricultural Education from NC State. Her career spans teaching at middle/high school levels, university instruction, and leadership program direction. Education Background: BS in Agricultural Education (NC State), MA in Agricultural Education (NC State), EdD in Agricultural and Extension Education (NC State). Research Interests: Focus on diverse learners in agricultural education, assessment methodologies, STEM curriculum development, and leadership training. She emphasizes inclusive instructional strategies and the impact of international experiences on educators. Publications Trends: Recent work examines study abroad program impacts, diversity strategies in education, and curriculum alignment with extension competencies. Her research bridges classroom innovation with real-world agricultural challenges. Honors: Recipient of NACTA Educator Award (2022), USDA Early Career Teacher Award (2020), and multiple leadership recognition awards. Her teaching excellence is highlighted in CALS publications and peer-reviewed journals. Advising/Grants: Leads grant-funded initiatives like the NC CASE Institute (enhancing STEM curriculum) and leadership development programs. Notable grants include the NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission's support for leadership coaching and alumni engagement. Labs/Teams: Oversees the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Leadership Program and coordinates the REAL and MLA initiatives fostering agricultural leadership across demographics.

Noel Kuriakosمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Social Justice in Education
• Educational Equity
• Critical Data Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Noel Kuriakos is a 3rd-year PhD candidate at the University of Maryland's College of Education, Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership (TLPL), specializing in the Tech, Learning (Sciences), Leadership program. He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and an M.A. from Emmanuel College (Boston), alongside undergraduate degrees from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on social justice in education, addressing opportunity gaps, and leveraging critical data science and game-based learning (GBL) to restructure non-STEM disciplines like civics, arts, and social sciences for grades 5-8. With three years of teaching experience in urban Boston and rural Rwandan classrooms, Kuriakos emphasizes improving educational equity for marginalized groups, particularly girls from African American, Latinx, and Indigenous backgrounds. He advocates for increasing women's participation in STEM through technology-driven pedagogy. Previously, he worked in enterprise software and analytical applications management. His work bridges computational thinking, digital learning platforms, and critical gender theory to design engaging educational experiences. He has presented at conferences such as AERA, HCIL, and Anthro+, focusing on decolonizing education, peacebuilding through games, and innovative frameworks for middle school learning. Noel teaches courses on leadership, including HESI 215 (Introduction to Leadership), HESI 221 (Leadership, Power, & Privilege), and HESI 418E (Strengths-Based Leadership).

Nicole E. Warrenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Reproductive Health
• Respectful Maternity Care
• Maternal Health Disparities
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicole E. Warren is an Associate Professor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing , certified nurse midwife, and Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing. Her work focuses on reproductive health, respectful maternity care, and eliminating disparities in maternal health through global and community initiatives. Affiliated with: Center for Global Women’s Health and Gender Equity, JHU Institute for Planetary Health Specialties: Global Maternal Health, Social Determinants of Health, Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C), Service-Learning Pedagogy Research Interests center on addressing maternal health disparities in Maryland and Mali, evaluating educational interventions for FGM/C care, and implementing group antenatal care models. Her work bridges public health nursing, clinical midwifery, and policy advocacy. Publication Trends highlight her expertise in global maternal health equity, with recent studies spanning FGM/C management , pandemic-era nursing education , perinatal mental health integration , and obstetric pharmacology . She employs mixed-methods approaches across clinical, educational, and cultural contexts. Scientific Awards include multiple Teaching Excellence Awards , the Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (2018), and NIH grant support for pre-doctoral research (2001-2004). Her accolades reflect dual excellence in clinical practice, education, and global health leadership. Teaching & Collaboration : Specialized in service-learning pedagogy, she has partnered with the World Health Organization, CDC, and HHS Office of Women’s Health. Her work emphasizes community-academic partnerships and health equity.