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Graciela S. Cabanaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Anthropology
• Science and Technology Studies
• Paleogenomics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Graciela S. Cabana serves as Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Anthropology within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She directs the Molecular Anthropology Laboratories (MAL-UTK), a specialized research facility dedicated to DNA analyses of humans with expertise in degraded DNA, ancient DNA, and archaeogenetics. Education: Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor M.A. in Anthropology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor B.A. in Political Science, University of California, Berkeley As an anthropologist, Dr. Cabana studies the human genome within a biosocial context, drawing insights from history, archaeology, philosophy of science, science and technology studies, and human evolutionary studies. Her research focuses on human movements and their consequences for genome evolution and identity formation. She incorporates tools from ancient and modern DNA analysis, ethnography, and historical analysis in her work on paleogenomics, bioarchaeology, and science & technology studies. Her extensive publication record reveals consistent scholarly contributions in population genetics, migration studies, and interdisciplinary approaches to anthropological questions, with particular emphasis on ancient DNA analysis of historical populations in the Americas, community-engaged research with descendant communities, and the social dimensions of genetic research. Dr. Cabana actively mentors numerous graduate students across various research projects related to paleogenomics, bioarchaeology, and science & technology studies. She teaches courses including Theory in Biological Anthropology, Anthropology & the Genome, DNA Methods, and What is Science? Additionally, she serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Yearbook of Biological Anthropology and Associate Editor for Human Biology and Bioarchaeology International. The Molecular Anthropology Laboratories (MAL-UTK), which she directs, consists of both Main Lab facilities for modern DNA studies and Clean Room Labs specifically designed for ancient/paleogenomic DNA studies of degraded samples. The laboratory complex is USDA certified to receive foreign soils and includes specialized facilities for DNA extraction, amplification, and library preparation.

Lumila Paula Menéndezمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human Evolution
• Biocultural Diversity
• Primate Evolution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lumila Paula Menéndez is an Associated Researcher at the Department of Evolutionary Biology within the Faculty of Life Sciences at the University of Vienna. She holds a PhD in Anthropology and Natural Sciences from the National University of La Plata (Argentina) and has conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Tübingen (Germany) and the Konrad Lorenz Institute (Austria). Her work focuses on human evolution, biocultural diversity in the Americas, primate evolution, and theoretical biology. She leads a DFG-funded project examining cranial and ear labyrinth variation in South American human samples to assess evolutionary processes like genetic drift and natural selection. Her interdisciplinary collaborations involve geneticists, biologists, linguists, and archaeologists. Her research interests include morphometric techniques, stable isotope analysis, and virtual anthropology. Notable projects include studying migration patterns leading to the Inka conquest and analyzing craniofacial climatic adaptations across continents. She advocates for inclusive citation practices and open data initiatives in biological anthropology. Recent work includes publications on Holocene human diversity in South America, osteobiographical studies of indigenous remains, and methodological advancements in 3D modeling. She emphasizes integrating genetic, archaeological, and morphological data to address debates about the peopling of the Americas and morphological diversification. Current projects aim to strengthen virtual anthropology's role in quantitative data generation and foster cross-disciplinary dialogue on sustainability and social-ecological systems.

• International Migration
• Migration Policies
• Economic Development
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Simone Bertoli is a Professor at the School of Economics, University of Clermont Auvergne, and Director of CERDI (Centre d'Études et de Recherches sur le Développement International). His work focuses on international migration , economic development , and cultural persistence , with courses on international migration and economic development and microeconomics of development . He is affiliated with IZA (Institute of Labor Economics) and collaborates with institutions like the World Bank and OECD. Research Themes : Migration determinants, self-selection, cultural transmission, remittances, and policy impacts using microeconomic data. Methodology : Employs econometric models, replication studies, and big data (e.g., mobile phone records for refugee mobility). Publications span journals like Journal of Development Economics and Regional Science and Urban Economics , with recent trends exploring epidemiological frameworks in migration analysis, climate-migration links , and cultural change through replication. Labs & Teams : Leads CERDI, collaborating with researchers such as Melchior Clerc, Jordan Loper, and Èric Roca Fernández on migration and development projects.

Matthew Painterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Wealth Inequality
• Social Stratification
• Immigration Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew Painter is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Sociology at the University of North Texas. His research focuses on wealth attainment, social stratification, and the intersection of race/ethnicity, immigration, and socioeconomic inequality. He has served as department chair since 2024 and has published widely in top journals including Demography , Social Forces , and Social Problems . His work explores topics such as skin-tone-based disparities, immigrant economic integration, and white ethnic diversity in rural communities. Office hours are by appointment during summer 2025. Education: Ph.D., Sociology, The Ohio State University, 2010 Research Interests: Wealth inequality and its structural determinants Racial/ethnic stratification in asset accumulation Immigrant integration and labor market outcomes Skin tone and health disparities among new immigrants Community dynamics in rural U.S. settings Recent Scholarly Trends: Recent publications emphasize moving beyond binary frameworks in studying gender expression and LGBQ+ identities, while continuing longstanding investigations into immigrant wage channeling and police resource allocation in municipalities with Hispanic populations. His work consistently highlights how race, skin tone, and gender intersect with socioeconomic outcomes. Advising & Grants: While specific student advisees aren’t listed here, Dr. Painter’s research has been supported by grants focusing on immigrant integration and wealth disparities. He advises students pursuing studies in social stratification, migration, and intersectional inequality. Labs/Teams: Engages collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams studying urban/rural inequality and migration policy at the University of North Texas.

Tiffiany Howardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Security
• Conflict Studies
• Terrorism
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tiffiany Howard is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where she has served on the faculty since 2008. She also serves as Director of the Center for Migration, Demography, and Population Studies, leading research initiatives on migration patterns, demographic shifts, and environmental change. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy applications through collaborations with major institutions including the United Nations, International Criminal Court, Department of Defense, and Department of Homeland Security. Dr. Howard's educational background includes: Ph.D. Joint in Political Science and Public Policy, University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) LL.M. University of London-University College London (Specialization in Human Rights Law) M.A. Political Science, University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) B.A. Political Science, Florida A & M University, with honors Her research spans multiple critical areas in contemporary political science. Dr. Howard specializes in international security, with particular focus on the neuropolitics of terrorism and violent extremism, examining how cognitive processes contribute to radicalization. Her work on migration and refugee policy analyzes demographic shifts and their political implications, especially regarding Latino populations in Nevada. She also conducts significant research on gender and race studies, exploring the intersections of identity, particularly focusing on Afro-Latinos and the Black-Hispanic identity. Her scholarship on the racial wealth gap and Black entrepreneurship provides critical insights into economic disparities and potential pathways for improvement. Analysis of Dr. Howard's publications reveals a consistent trajectory connecting political violence, state failure, and demographic shifts. Her early work established foundations in understanding state failure as a root cause of terrorism, while more recent publications have evolved to examine neurocognitive aspects of radicalization and the specific challenges facing Black communities in business and wealth accumulation. Her research demonstrates interdisciplinary integration, combining political science with neuroscience, economics, and public health perspectives to address complex societal challenges. Dr. Howard has received numerous prestigious awards and fellowships: Council on Foreign Relations-International Affairs Fellowship (2019-2020) Geneva Center for Security Policy-Associate Fellowship (2020) Asser Institute-Visiting Fellowship (2020) Congressional Black Caucus Foundation-Senior Research Fellowship (2019) Marjorie Barrick Scholar Award (2013) Faculty Diversity Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship (2011) Through her role as Director of the Center for Migration, Demography, and Population Studies, Dr. Howard oversees multiple research initiatives examining demographic trends and their policy implications. She has secured significant grant funding from various sources including the Ford Foundation, Department of Defense, and Department of Education. Her community engagement extends beyond academia through volunteer work with the Junior League of Las Vegas, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and her parish, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, demonstrating her commitment to applying scholarly insights to real-world challenges.

Casey Breenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Formal Demography
• Health and Mortality Disparities
• Social Networks
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Casey Breen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Population Research Center at the University of Texas at Austin . He earned a Ph.D. in Demography and M.A. in Biostatistics from UC Berkeley, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Oxford . His research combines computational demography and network-based methods to address critical questions in population health and mortality disparities , particularly in the United States. Key research areas: Formal Demography , Health and Mortality Disparities , Social Networks , Computational Methods Recent work explores digital inequality , death rate estimation in humanitarian crises , and historical mortality patterns . His publications appear in top journals like Demography , American Journal of Epidemiology , and Population and Development Review . He actively collaborates with institutions including the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research , Berkeley Population Sciences , and Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science , and participates in events such as the Population Association of America (PAA) 2025 conference.

• Sociolinguistics
• Spanish Linguistics
• Language and Identity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jinny K. Choi is an Associate Professor of Spanish and Spanish Linguistics at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where she has served since 1998. She holds a Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics from Georgetown University and an M.A. in Hispanic Linguistics from the University of California, Irvine. Her research focuses on sociolinguistics, bilingualism, language and identity, and Spanish dialectology, with a particular emphasis on transnational communities in South America and the U.S. Dr. Choi’s academic journey includes roles such as Spanish Section Head (2008–2011) and coordinator of language programs at Georgetown University. She has advised numerous graduate students and contributed to curriculum development, including co-authoring an open-access textbook for Spanish heritage learners. Her work explores topics like Korean communities in Paraguay and Argentina, language contact phenomena, and the sociopolitical dimensions of bilingual education. She has received multiple awards, including grants from the Mellon Foundation and UTA’s College of Liberal Arts. Dr. Choi actively participates in academic service, serving on committees for research, curriculum, and faculty governance. She is also involved in community initiatives, such as refugee support and educational outreach. Her teaching spans advanced Spanish language courses, linguistics, and dialectology. She regularly presents at international conferences, addressing themes like language attitudes, diaspora identity, and bilingualism in multilingual societies.

Miguel Zenónمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Jazz
• Latin Jazz
• Music Composition
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Miguel Zenón serves as Associate Professor in the Music Department within MIT's School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, while maintaining an active international career as a Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and composer. His unique position bridges academic scholarship with professional artistry, regularly engaging students through lectures and master classes worldwide while simultaneously pushing creative boundaries through commissioned works and recordings. Zenón's research interests focus on the intersection of jazz with Puerto Rican musical traditions, cultural identity, and historical narratives. His work examines how musical forms like plena and bolero can be adapted into contemporary jazz frameworks while preserving cultural authenticity. He explores themes of migration, social justice, and urban development through ambitious conceptual projects that blend scholarly research with artistic expression, creating what The New York Times has described as "a fine mix between jazz and his many musical influences." His recent publications reveal a consistent pattern of using music as a vehicle for cultural investigation, with albums like Golden City examining San Francisco's demographic history and Música De Las Américas exploring continental musical connections. These works demonstrate his signature approach of conducting intensive historical research before transforming findings into sophisticated musical compositions that address both broad cultural themes and specific historical moments. GRAMMY Award (Best Latin Jazz Album, 2023) Doris Duke Artist Award (2024) MacArthur Fellowship (2008) Guggenheim Fellowship (2008) Honorary Doctorate from La Universidad del Sagrado Corazón (2022) Composer of the Year (Jazz Journalists Association, 2023) Zenón has received major commissions from SFJAZZ, NYO Jazz, The New York State Council on the Arts, Chamber Music America, and MIT, among others. He founded Caravana Cultural in 2011, presenting free jazz concerts in rural Puerto Rico. His academic work frequently intersects with his artistic practice, as seen in projects commissioned by educational institutions that combine scholarly research with performance. Zenón maintains an extensive schedule of lectures and master classes at institutions worldwide, demonstrating his commitment to music education alongside his creative output.

• Climate Change
• Human Mobility
• Biogeochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kelly Knudson is the Associate Dean of Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU) and a Professor in the School of Human Evolution and Social Change. She directs the Center for Bioarchaeological Research and specializes in biogeochemistry, focusing on human responses to climate change and mobility patterns in prehistoric societies. Her research is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), yielding over 110 peer-reviewed publications and two textbooks. Educations: Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Grants: Includes NSF-funded projects on migration, community interaction, and bioarchaeological studies. Courses: Teaches courses like 'Understanding Archaeology' and 'Death & Dying Cross-Cultural Perspectives.' Labs: Leads the Archaeological Chemistry Laboratory and the Center for Bioarchaeological Research. Her work integrates stable isotope and strontium analyses to trace human and animal mobility, with a focus on Andean and pre-Columbian contexts. Key projects include studies on Tiwanaku collapse, Wari Empire social dynamics, and Neandertal ranging behaviors in France. Future research emphasizes climate change impacts on ancient societies, leveraging interdisciplinary methods to explore resilience and adaptation.

Alejandro Beltrán Ortegaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Archaeology
• Classical Archaeology
• Landscape Archaeology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alejandro Beltrán Ortega is a researcher and faculty member at Universidad Complutense de Madrid's Department of Art History, with additional affiliation at Universidad Antonio de Nebrija in Madrid. He holds a PhD in Ancient History from Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2016) with a dissertation on epigraphy and territory in southern Asturia and northeastern Lusitania, supervised by Dr. Inés Sastre Prats and Dr. María del Rosario Hernando Sobrino. His research focuses on Roman archaeology with particular emphasis on mining landscapes in the Iberian Peninsula, especially the Pino del Oro region in Zamora, Spain, and northeastern Portugal. His work employs landscape archaeology methodologies to understand territorial organization, social dynamics, and economic structures in Roman provincial areas. His research bridges archaeology, epigraphy, and historical analysis to reconstruct ancient mining operations, settlement patterns, and religious practices in Roman Hispania. Beltrán Ortega's publications reveal consistent research trajectories examining Roman mining techniques, particularly gold extraction, the relationship between mining activities and territorial organization, epigraphic evidence from mining regions, and the integration of mining economies within broader Roman provincial structures. His work demonstrates particular expertise in analyzing bedrock mortars, mining landscapes, and the epigraphic record from mining zones. His research has been instrumental in documenting the unique characteristics of Roman gold mining in northwestern Iberia, including the geoarchaeological evidence from Pino del Oro and the connections between mining operations and administrative structures in the Roman provinces of Lusitania and Asturia.

• Cancer Epidemiology
• Health Disparities
• Social Determinants of Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lihua Liu serves as Associate Professor of Clinical Population and Public Health Sciences and Spatial Sciences at the University of Southern California's Department of Preventive Medicine. She directs the Surveillance Epidemiology End Results (SEER) Program, managing population-based cancer registry data for Los Angeles County. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Demography and Medical Sociology from the University of Southern California. Prior to her faculty appointment in 2008, she worked as a research scientist at the Los Angeles Cancer Surveillance Program where she investigated racial/ethnic and socioeconomic disparities in cancer outcomes. Dr. Liu's research examines how social, economic, cultural, behavioral, and environmental factors influence cancer development, diagnosis, and survival. She specializes in spatial epidemiology and immigrant health, documenting the rapid loss of health advantages among U.S. immigrants. Her work leverages population-based cancer registries to study disparities across racial/ethnic groups, socioeconomic strata, and geographic regions including rural-urban continuums. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on cancer disparities through population-based registry data. Her research demonstrates how air pollution affects cancer survival, how rural-urban differences impact hepatocellular carcinoma outcomes, and how immigrant health trajectories change post-migration. She has pioneered methods for identifying race/ethnicity in cancer registries and developing population estimates for detailed racial/ethnic groups. Scientific recognition includes: USC Collaboration Fund Award for her immigrant health initiative Dr. Liu leads a multidisciplinary team of 12 faculty members from 8 USC schools addressing immigrant health through the USC Collaboration Fund Award. Her SEER Program direction provides critical infrastructure for cancer surveillance research. She has secured funding for initiatives promoting healthy behaviors among immigrants and redefining American lifestyle approaches. Her laboratory operations center on the SEER Program infrastructure, utilizing spatial analysis techniques to examine geographic patterns in cancer outcomes. The immigrant health initiative represents her primary current team effort, designed to attract faculty and students interested in cross-cultural health promotion.

Maritza Conchaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Program Evaluation
• Public Health
• Immigration Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maritza Concha, Ph.D., is a Lecturer in the School of Public Administration at the University of Central Florida's College of Community Innovation and Education. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Affairs from UCF, a master’s in Latin American Studies from the University of Miami, and a bachelor’s in International Relations from Florida International University. Her work focuses on program evaluation for non-profits serving Latino/a immigrant communities and at-risk populations like human trafficking victims and refugees. Dr. Concha’s research explores acculturation stress, community-based interventions, and collaboration among service organizations. She has published in journals such as the Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health and Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences , with recent studies addressing AI applications in participatory research and Venezuelan return migration in Peru. She is affiliated with the Advancing Collaborative Evaluation (ACE) Network and the American Evaluation Association. Her professional service includes evaluating projects for South Florida non-profits, emphasizing culturally responsive approaches. Key themes in her work include Latino health equity, fatherhood programs, and the impact of religious coping mechanisms among immigrants.

Krista M. Perreiraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Equity
• Immigration and Health
• Public Health Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Krista M. Perreira, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Social Medicine at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and a Faculty Fellow at the Carolina Population Center. Her research focuses on the intersections of migration, family dynamics, and social policy, with an emphasis on reducing health disparities and improving health equity for immigrant populations. She holds adjunct roles in the Department of Maternal and Child Health and the Department of Health Behavior. Her work is highly interdisciplinary, involving collaborations across public health, medicine, psychology, and sociology. Key areas include the health impacts of immigration policies, acculturation processes, and socioeconomic disparities. She has led major studies such as the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL) and the Southern Immigrant Academic Adaptation Study (SIAA). Dr. Perreira has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Edward Kidder Graham Faculty Service Award and the Hettleman Prize. Her courses address topics like migration and health, medical ethics, and the social dimensions of illness. She also serves on administrative committees, including the Diversity and Inclusion Liaison for the Department of Social Medicine. Her research has informed policies on healthcare access, particularly for immigrant families, and she has published extensively on topics ranging from food security to substance use among Hispanic/Latino populations. Her commitment to community partnerships ensures her work addresses real-world challenges in underserved communities.

• Spanish Language
• Latin American Studies
• Hispanic Linguistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Caroline DaCosta serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Spanish and Latino Studies within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Montclair State University. Her research spans critical domains of Hispanic scholarship, with emphasis on linguistic, cultural, and socio-historical dimensions. Key focus areas include: Spanish Language Evolution and Dialectology Colonial and Contemporary Latin American Societies Migration Patterns in Latino Communities Indigenous and Afro-Hispanic Cultural Expressions Gender Studies in Iberian and Latin American Contexts Diaspora Literature and Identity Formation

B. Lindsay Lowellمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Immigration Policy
• Labor Force
• Economic Development
• +۷ مورد دیگر

B. Lindsay Lowell is a Visiting Researcher at the School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University, where he contributes to research on international policy and migration. His academic and professional career spans multiple prestigious institutions, including Princeton University, the University of Texas at Austin, the Pew Hispanic Center at the University of Southern California, and the U.S. Department of Labor. His primary research interests include: Immigration policy and reform Labor force dynamics and workforce analysis Economic development linked to migration Global mobility of highly skilled professionals Demographic studies of migration and remittances Dr. Lowell's work has significantly influenced policy discussions on U.S.-Mexico migration and immigration reform. He has authored or co-authored over 100 articles and reports, contributing extensively to both academic and policy-oriented literature. His research often bridges sociology, economics, and public policy. He co-edited the influential volume Sending Money Home: Hispanic Remittances and Community Development , highlighting the socioeconomic impact of diaspora contributions. While no specific recent publications are listed, his body of work consistently engages with migration, labor markets, and binational studies. Dr. Lowell has held key leadership roles in major research initiatives: Director of Policy Studies, ISIM Director of Research, Commission on Immigration Reform Assistant Director, Mexico/U.S. Binational Study on Migration Research Director, Pew Hispanic Center Labor Analyst, U.S. Department of Labor He has also taught at Princeton University and the University of Texas at Austin, demonstrating a strong commitment to academic instruction alongside research. There is no mention of current grants or advising activities in the provided text. Dr. Lowell is affiliated with research teams focused on immigration and policy analysis, particularly through his work with the Commission on Immigration Reform and the Pew Hispanic Center. These collaborations have produced foundational studies on migration patterns and policy impacts.