Juliane Mora is an Associate Professor of Communication Studies at Gonzaga University, with 15 years of teaching experience across diverse disciplines including humanities, sciences, engineering, and business at four institutions from California to Florida. She holds a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Utah and advanced degrees in Communication Studies from California State University-Sacramento. Ph.D., Communication, University of Utah M.A., Communication Studies, California State University-Sacramento B.A., Communication Studies, California State University-Sacramento Her research focuses on communication pedagogy for social justice, emphasizing innovative teaching practices that challenge power structures through classroom instruction. She also explores critical/cultural studies, rhetoric, and organizational communication frameworks in educational and business contexts. Her publications address topics spanning pedagogical praxis, social justice communication, correctional system evaluations, and interdisciplinary narratives. Notable themes include critical pedagogy, institutional training programs, and equity-focused communication strategies.
Dr. Asieh Hosseini Tabaghdehi is a Senior Lecturer in Strategy & Business Economy at Brunel Business School, Brunel University of London. She serves as Programme Lead for the BSc International Business Programme and Trade2Grow Executive Education Programme. Additionally, she is Impact Lead at the Brunel Centre for AI: Social and Digital Innovation, where she leads the capability area in the Future of Work. Dr. Tabaghdehi is also an economist and social impact advisor for the independent NGO, Social Innovation Movement. Dr. Tabaghdehi earned her PhD in Economics and Finance (2008) and MSc in International Money, Finance, and Investment (2015), both from Brunel University London. She also holds a BA in Theoretical Economics from University of Mazandaran. She completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Dr. Tabaghdehi is internationally recognized for her research on digital transformation, with particular expertise in the ethical integration of artificial intelligence and digital technologies. Her work focuses on how emerging technologies shape industries, labor markets, and society, with emphasis on enhancing SME growth through technological innovation. She explores applications across critical sectors including social care, supply chain management, and environmental sustainability. A central theme in her research is smart data governance, ensuring ethical, transparent, and responsible use of data in decision-making processes. Her research portfolio demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of technology, ethics, and business strategy. She has developed frameworks like the Digital Business Auditing Framework, which has been adopted internationally for smart city initiatives. Her work connects academic research with practical policy applications, as evidenced by her presentations as oral and written evidence to the House of Commons Select Committee. Her publications span AI ethics, digital footprint implications, fertility economics, and healthcare cost analysis, showing interdisciplinary breadth while maintaining thematic coherence around digital transformation's societal impact. Scientific Awards and Recognition Semi-finalist: Research Impact Award at Brunel University London, 2023 Staff Award: Exceptional in Collegiality and Supportive to Colleagues at Brunel University London, 2022 Exceptional Performance at Regents University London, 2018-19 Staff Award in Teaching, Learning and Assessment at Regents University London, 2016 Best Lecturer Award at London Brunel International College, 2014 Best Lecturer Award at London Brunel International College, 2013 Dr. Tabaghdehi actively supervises PhD students researching areas including Smart Data Governance, Ethical AI Governance, Digital Innovation Impact, Responsible AI Adoption Strategies, Sustainability, and Future of Labour Market. She has secured research funding from multiple sources including the Economic & Social Research Council (ESRC), Brunel University London, and Brunel Business School. Her current projects include research on AI Adoption and Governance, Youth digital addiction, Algorithm Reliability Framework, and SMEs digital footprints. She has also co-designed the "Digital Adoption" module for the UK Government's Help to Grow Management program, demonstrating the practical application of her research. As a member of multiple professional organizations, Dr. Tabaghdehi serves as an associate practitioner at Social Value International, associate member of the Big Innovation Centre, and member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on AI. She is also a member of the ESRC Review College, British Academy of Management Review College, and Energy Institute UK, contributing to the broader academic and policy communities through these roles.
Teemu Malmi is a Professor in the Department of Accounting at the School of Business, Aalto University, Finland. He has been an influential figure in management accounting research, particularly in management control systems and performance measurement. His academic qualifications include a Doctoral degree (1997), Licentiate degree (1994), and Master's degree (1990), all in Business and Economics from the Helsinki School of Economics. His research interests span management control, performance measurement, digitalization in finance, public sector accounting, and organizational behavior. His work often integrates empirical analysis with case studies, including a notable investigation into Nokia’s management control challenges. He has published extensively in top-tier journals and contributed to major handbooks in accounting and information systems. The recent trend in his publications (2020–2025) reflects a growing emphasis on digital transformation, blockchain, data analytics, and the evolving role of finance functions. His research increasingly bridges traditional accounting with technology and public policy, especially in healthcare financing and sustainability. Scientific Awards: “Thirst for knowledge” (“Tiedon Jano”) award by JOKO Executive Education Oy (2001) Teemu Malmi has supervised at least five theses and led externally funded research projects, including the SOTE/Kaks project (2015–2016) on social and healthcare services. He has been actively involved in academic service, such as serving on editorial boards, hosting international scholars, presenting keynote lectures, and participating in funding organization committees. His media appearances demonstrate his engagement in public discourse on welfare policy and regional financing in Finland. There is no indication of part-time status, retirement, or former staff designation; he remains an active academic.
Ulrika Persson-Fischier is a University Lecturer at the Department of Women's and Children's Health and the Center for Health and Sustainability at Uppsala University. She is based at Campus Gotland and plays a key role in interdisciplinary research and education focused on sustainability. She leads the international Master’s programme in Implementation, Transformative Learning, and Sustainability and has developed the Master’s in Sustainable Destination Development. Her academic background includes a PhD in Anthropology from the University of Oslo and foundational studies in anthropology, philosophy, and intellectual history at Uppsala University. Her research spans diverse fields including sustainable tourism, entrepreneurship, healthcare innovation, and risk management, unified through an anthropological lens emphasizing culture, complexity, and systemic change. She employs ethnographic methods and transdisciplinary collaboration to address wicked problems in sustainability. Her work is grounded in long-term fieldwork, from Siberia to Sweden, and she actively engages with societal actors to co-create knowledge. Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on sustainable tourism, cruise industry impacts, transformative learning, and innovation implementation. Themes include stakeholder co-creation, responsible governance, educational innovation for the SDGs, and the socio-cultural dimensions of sustainability transitions. Her work bridges theory and practice, particularly in island contexts like Gotland and Rapa Nui. Excellent teacher She supervises PhD and Master’s students, including Marije Poort and Fie Broker-Bulling, and leads multiple research projects on sustainable tourism and entrepreneurship. She has developed innovative educational tools such as the online module 'The Mission' for sustainability education. Her teaching spans anthropology, sustainability, CSR, qualitative methods, and entrepreneurship, and she is deeply committed to pedagogical development and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). Ulrika is actively involved in Erasmus+ projects such as LISTO and VAMOS, promoting global virtual exchange and sustainable entrepreneurship education. Her research projects include 'Sustainable Arctic cruise communities', 'Hållbar turism i det nya normala', 'Cultural Heritage, Regional Development and Innovation', and 'Fishing for sustainability on Gotland'. She emphasizes collaboration between academia, industry, and local communities to foster resilient and regenerative systems.
Bryan Dowd is a Professor in the Division of Health Policy & Management at the University of Minnesota. With a PhD in Public Policy Analysis from the University of Pennsylvania (1982), MS in Urban Administration from Georgia State University (1976), and BA in Architecture from Georgia Institute of Technology (1972), his work focuses on health economics , statistical modeling , and healthcare financing . PhD, Public Policy Analysis, University of Pennsylvania, 1982 MS, Urban Administration, Georgia State University, 1976 BA, Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1972 His research spans health insurance dynamics , payment models , and statistical methodologies in healthcare. Key themes include upcoding practices , instrumental variable applications , and policy implications of risk ratios . Publications often address healthcare access , economic incentives , and data-driven policy evaluation . Recent article trends highlight moral hazard decomposition , odds ratio critiques , and switching cost analysis in Medicare Advantage. These works emphasize causal inference , economic modeling , and policy design challenges . Contact: dowdx001@umn.edu
Martin Prince is a Professor of Epidemiological Psychiatry at King’s College London, where he serves as Director of the King’s Global Health Institute and Assistant Principal (Global Health) . He is a leading figure in global mental health, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) , dementia, and integrated health systems. His career spans over two decades of coordinating the 10/66 Dementia Research Group and contributing to WHO guidelines, including the mhGAP clinical guidelines and Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) . Education: MA, University of Cambridge MD (Epidemiology), University of Cambridge MS (Epidemiology), London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine His research bridges mental and physical health , emphasizing task-shifting care to non-specialists in LMIC. Key projects include the NIHR Global Health Research Unit on Health System Strengthening and the ATHLOS project for measuring healthy ageing. His work has informed the UK National Dementia Strategy and WHO’s World Dementia Report . Recent publications highlight depression detection in Ethiopia , dementia risk prediction , and integrated surgical care . He also explores intrinsic capacity and frailty as predictors of dependence and mortality in ageing populations. Scientific Awards: ADI Award (2014) International Psychogeriatric Association Distinguished Service Award (2011) John Mackey Award for Excellence in Dementia Care (2012) Prince leads teams such as the ASSET consortium and HOPE programme on homelessness and severe mental illness in Africa, while advocating for evidence-based policy and equitable healthcare access .
Dr. Kelly Fagan Robinson is an Assistant Professor in Medical Anthropology at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with Clare Hall and the Department of Social Anthropology. Her research examines how social relations, communication practices, and institutional structures create epistemic dissonances that marginalize individuals categorized as disabled, autistic, or migrants. University of Cambridge Clare Hall Department of Social Anthropology Early Cancer Research Institute Her work spans medical anthropology, disability studies, and policy analysis, focusing on the material ecologies of policy failures, communication inequalities in cancer research, and multimodal methodologies rooted in Deaf values. She lectures on non-normal ways of being, multimodal attention techniques, and communication differences. Research Projects: Elusive Risks, Communication Faultlines, Shared Risk - ACED Teaching: Multimodal Communication, Epistemic Justice, Deaf-Centered Methodologies Dr. Robinson holds an NVQ 6 in British Sign Language, emphasizing practical engagement with Deaf communities. Her publications analyze Deaf epistemologies, translanguaging in performance, and institutional barriers to inclusivity.
Nidhi Singal serves as Professor of Disability and Inclusive Education at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Education and holds the position of Vice President at Hughes Hall. Her academic leadership extends to roles as Trustee of the Cambridge Trust and UKFIET, alongside significant contributions to global education initiatives through the World Bank, UNESCO, and UNPRPD. Her educational background includes a PhD and MPhil from the University of Cambridge, complemented by an M.A. and B.A. (Honours) in Applied Psychology from the University of Delhi. This clinical psychology foundation informs her distinctive approach to educational research. Singal's research centers on educational equity for marginalized groups in Southern contexts, with particular emphasis on children with disabilities in South Asia and Africa. She pioneers culturally-sensitive methodological frameworks that challenge power imbalances in North-South research partnerships and prioritize ethical knowledge dissemination. Her work critically examines classroom teaching quality, schooling impacts, and the complex interplay between disability, poverty, and development. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on inclusive education measurement (2024), pandemic impacts on disabled learners (2021-2022), and Southern perspectives on disability-inclusive schooling. Her scholarship bridges rigorous academic research with actionable policy development, evident in her leadership of the Global Disability Summit's International Statement of Action. Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2022) President of the British Association for International and Comparative Education Technical Advisory Council member for World Bank's Inclusive Education Initiative Contributor to UNESCO's Foundations of Disability-Inclusive Education Sector Planning Course Singal mentors a vibrant cohort of postgraduate researchers through the Cambridge Network for Disability and Education Research (CaNDER) and South Asian Approaches to Researching Education (SaareNetwork). Her grant portfolio demonstrates exceptional partnership with international agencies including the World Bank, UNESCO, and MasterCard Foundation, focusing on projects like the Girls Education Challenge Fund evaluation and Ethiopia's Inclusive Education Resource Centres. Current initiatives explore teacher effectiveness in African secondary schools and disability-inclusive education during humanitarian crises. Her research infrastructure includes CaNDER, which connects Global South stakeholders to advance disability-inclusive education scholarship, and active collaboration with international networks like UKFIET and UNPRPD to shape policy frameworks that center lived experiences of disabled learners.
Professor Isabel Dziobek is a distinguished academic at Humboldt University of Berlin, holding a W3 Professorship in Clinical Psychology of Social Interaction within the Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Life Sciences. She serves as Head of the University Outpatient Clinic for Psychotherapy and Psychodiagnostics and leads the Special Outpatient Clinic for Social Interaction. As Academic Director of the Center for Psychotherapy at Humboldt University and Principal Investigator at the German Center for Mental Health, she plays a pivotal role in shaping mental health research and clinical practice in Germany. Her educational background includes a Diploma in Psychology from Ruhr University Bochum (2000), a Dr. rer. nat. summa cum laude from University of Bielefeld (2006), and Habilitation in Psychology from Free University of Berlin (2014). She obtained her license to practice as a psychological psychotherapist in 2015. Professor Dziobek's research focuses on bio-psycho-social mechanisms of social interaction disorders across autism spectrum disorders, social anxiety disorders, and personality disorders. Her work integrates neurobiological approaches (fMRI, EEG, psychophysiology, eye-tracking, neuromodulation) with the development of diagnostic and intervention procedures including cognitive behavioral therapy, e-mental health, and social robotics. She has pioneered research on therapeutic mechanisms through focused short-term programs involving movement synchronization, social competence training, and brain stimulation augmentation. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on empathy assessment in autism and personality disorders, development of innovative assessment tools like the Simulated Interaction Task for Children (Kids-SIT), and exploration of novel therapeutic approaches including psychedelic-assisted therapy. Her work increasingly incorporates participatory research methods and cross-cultural validation of assessment tools, reflecting a commitment to making research clinically relevant and accessible. 2016: Teaching Award of the Faculty of Life Sciences, Humboldt University of Berlin 2016: Antistigma-Preis der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie 2014: Charlotte- und Karl-Bühler-Preis, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Psychologie 2011: 2nd Place in Brain-Art Competition 2011 2007: Dissertation Award of University of Bielefeld 2007: 1st Prize at Canadian Film Festival "Picture This" Professor Dziobek serves in numerous leadership roles including Spokesperson for Charité Mental Health, Fellow of the Max Planck School of Cognition, and Board Member of Charité Mental Health. She directs the DZPG-funded research group and participates in the Cluster of Excellence Neurocure III. Her lab, the Dziobek Lab (dziobek-lab.org), focuses on developing and evaluating interventions for social interaction disorders while maintaining strong clinical connections through the University Outpatient Clinic.
Ismene Petrakis is a Professor of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and Director of the Mental Health Service Line at VA Connecticut Healthcare System since 2010. She also leads the ACGME-accredited Addiction Psychiatry Residency program at Yale and serves as Principal Investigator for NIAAA- and NIDA-funded training grants . Her clinical and research focus bridges alcohol dependence , comorbid psychiatric disorders , and veterans' health . Research Pillars : Pharmacotherapies for dually diagnosed patients Neurobiological mechanisms of alcoholism PTSD-alcohol comorbidity Genetic risk in substance use Methodological Expertise : Multicenter clinical trials Neurotransmitter system analysis Population-based epidemiology Translational neuroscience Key Publications (2024-2025) : Investigations into GLP1R gene expression in kidney disease Dexmedetomidine for comorbid alcohol-PTSD Cognitive training combinations for alcohol use disorder PTSD treatment effects on neurobiological markers Chronic pain-alcohol use syndemic Collaborative Networks : Yale-Drug use, Addiction, and HIV prevention Research Scholars Neuroscience Research Training Program Collaboration with Department of Anesthesiology
Elisa Maarit Lähde serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture at Aalto University, where she advances sustainable urban design through interdisciplinary research at the intersection of landscape architecture, ecology, and planning. Her work focuses on transforming urban environments through biodiversity integration and socio-ecological innovation. Dr. Lähde's research centers on urban biodiversity mainstreaming, regenerative design frameworks, and landscape architectural storytelling. She pioneers approaches for integrating ecosystem services into urban planning, with particular emphasis on climate adaptation, green-blue infrastructure, and human-nature connection building. Her methodologies frequently employ co-creative processes with stakeholders to develop context-specific socio-ecological solutions. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a cohesive research trajectory examining practical applications of biodiversity principles across diverse urban contexts. Key thematic clusters include: (1) ecological assessment frameworks for built environments; (2) regenerative design strategies for Anthropocene challenges; (3) maritime spatial planning innovations; and (4) narrative techniques for enhancing ecological literacy. Her work bridges theoretical rigor with Finnish and international case studies, reflecting strong commitment to both scholarly contribution and real-world implementation. Dr. Lähde's scholarly contributions have been recognized through significant professional accolades: First prize in the Elielinaukio architectural competition (December 2021) for Helsinki Central Railway Station surroundings renewal Finalist in Ericsson Innovation Awards for FoodGrid project (June 2017) addressing Future of Food challenges First prize in International Stormwater Innovation Competition (November 2014) for urban furniture with water detention Honorary mention in Hiedanranta ideas competition (January 2017) for "There’s a New Town in the City" proposal While specific advising relationships and grant funding details aren't documented in available materials, her research portfolio demonstrates substantial collaborative engagement through multi-institutional publications and competition participations that likely involve student mentorship and research team leadership.
Alan Zarychta is an Associate Professor at the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice , where he focuses on the politics of social services in Central and South America, particularly in public health policy and environmental policy . He investigates how institutional reforms can improve local service delivery and strengthen governance systems toward equity and sustainability . His work has been supported by grants from the National Science Foundation , Social Science Research Council , and Spencer Foundation . Education PhD in Political Science, University of Colorado Boulder MA in Public Policy, University of Colorado Boulder BS in Education and Social Policy, Northwestern University His research spans decentralization in public service delivery, street-level bureaucracy in developing countries, and local governance networks in Honduras. Recent projects include analyzing water scarcity and procedural justice in Honduras and studying policy implementation for refugee populations in Turkey. He has published extensively in journals like Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory , Policy Studies Journal , and Public Administration . Scientific Awards Junior Faculty Research Award (2020) Professor Zarychta collaborates with the Honduran Ministry of Health and organizations like Hombro a Hombro and COCEPRADII . He co-organized the Inaugural Latin American Conference on Subnational Governance (LACSUG) in 2025, highlighting his commitment to advancing governance research and international collaboration in public administration.
Mikael Johansson is a Professor at Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan (KTH), specializing in Control Technology . He teaches and coordinates courses such as Distributed Optimization (FEL3311) and various advanced-level degree projects in computer science, electrical engineering, and systems engineering. His research spans Control Systems , Machine Learning , and Optimization , with a focus on asynchronous algorithms, federated learning, and applications in energy systems and construction. His work includes 15 recent publications on topics like neural networks, distributed optimization, and battery technology. Notable areas of contribution are in asynchronous learning, federated learning with privacy constraints, and quasi-Newton methods for optimization. His research bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in urban design, healthcare, and autonomous systems.
Prof. Dr. Ulrike Berendt is a University Professor for Practice-Oriented Social Sciences, specializing in Family and Housing, at the University of Duisburg-Essen's Faculty of Social Sciences. She has held this position since the Summer Semester of 2002, following her appointment at Gerhard-Mercator-University Duisburg (which later became the University of Duisburg-Essen). From SS 2008 to WS 2009/10, she served as Vice Dean for Studies and Teaching at the Department of Social Sciences. Her educational background includes studying social sciences, journalism and communication studies, and law at Ruhr University Bochum from 1989-1995, where she graduated with a degree in applied social research with a specialization in sociology. She received her doctorate in Social Sciences (Dr. rer. soc) from Ruhr University Bochum in 1998, supported by a doctoral scholarship from 1995-1997. Berendt's research focuses on family sociology and social change, urban and housing sociology, policy analysis, and governance. Her work examines generational relations, gender equality policy in Europe, welfare state models, urban development, migration in cities, and civil society. She analyzes policy fields, theoretical foundations, policy processes, actor networks, governance theories, and decision-making mechanisms. Her research consistently bridges academic theory with practical social policy applications. Her publication history reveals a strong emphasis on practical social science applications, particularly in housing policy, social welfare, and urban development. The most recent works show increasing focus on gender-sensitive housing solutions, neighborhood stabilization through cross-sectoral cooperation, and adapting urban environments to demographic changes like aging populations. Her research demonstrates consistent engagement with practical policy challenges faced by municipalities and social service providers. Berendt has held significant administrative roles including Chair of the Examination Board for BA Political Science, Equal Opportunities Officer for the Department of Social Sciences, and membership on the Faculty Council, Tuition Fees Steering Group, and Senate Commission for Teaching, Studies and Continuing Education. She has led numerous research projects funded by government ministries, particularly the Ministry for Health, Social Affairs, Women and Family of North Rhine-Westphalia. Her team includes scientific assistants Martin Krybus and Till Behmenburg, along with secretariat support from Stefanie Schuylen-Matuschek. Her work bridges academic research with practical social policy implementation, focusing on real-world social challenges in urban environments.
John M. Pettifor is a Professor at the University of the Witwatersrand , Faculty of Health Sciences, Johannesburg, South Africa. His work focuses on pediatric health, nutrition, and bone metabolism , particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Research on vitamin D, calcium, and nutritional deficiencies Key affiliations: Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Wits School of Public Health, National Osteoporosis Foundation His recent publications (2023) address: Vitamin D biomarkers in South African women Adolescent growth and body composition Access to research in developing countries Mortality in infants with hypernatraemia Supported by organizations including the Medical Research Council , NIH , and Wellcome Trust , his work underpins the VITALITY and BONE: CARE trials. Collaborations span institutions in South Africa, Uganda, and Nigeria, emphasizing global health equity.
