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Perry Kellerمشاهده پروفایل

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King’s College LondonUnited Kingdom

Perry Keller is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Media and Information Law at the Dickson Poon School of Law, King’s College London. He specializes in information privacy, data protection, and freedom of expression, with a focus on legal frameworks in Europe, the UK, the US, and China. Previously, he held roles as a lecturer at the University of Manchester and senior lecturer at King’s College London. He completed degrees at the University of British Columbia (BA), Osgoode Hall Law School (LLB), and Harvard Law School (LLM), with additional postgraduate studies at Nanjing University. His research addresses evolving media-state dynamics in the digital age, including biometric surveillance, AI governance, and cross-border data issues. He served as Vice Dean of Education at King’s Law School (2013–2016) and was a PC Woo Research Fellow (2018–2019). Teaching includes courses on Information Privacy & Data Protection and Transparency Law. His work contributes to global debates on data autonomy, regulatory harmonization, and ethical AI deployment. Key awards include the PC Woo Fellowship. Collaborations span interdisciplinary projects like the Centre for Data Futures and King’s Information and Intellectual Property Hub (KiiPH), focusing on privacy, GDPR, and IP regimes. His publications span over three decades, addressing topics from Hong Kong press freedom (1990s) to modern AI accountability (2020s).

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Nora McDonaldمشاهده پروفایل

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George Mason UniversityUnited States

Nora McDonald is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Sciences and Technology at George Mason University. She holds a PhD in Information Science from Drexel University and a BS in English from Cornell University. Her research focuses on digital privacy, ethical technology design, and the societal impacts of emerging technologies like AI. She investigates privacy practices in dynamic surveillance environments, particularly for marginalized populations, and examines how data relations shaped by social media algorithms influence identity and societal norms. Her work has been published in top venues including ACM CHI and CSCW, earning multiple Best Paper awards. She is actively involved in designing curricula addressing AI ethics and generative AI policy in higher education. Currently, she leads a National Science Foundation-funded study on privacy ecosystems and collaborates on projects like equitable community internet access during crises. Research interests span artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and human-centered computing. Notable projects include studies on post-Roe reproductive privacy challenges, neurodivergent identity verification systems, and Gen Z's interaction with AI technologies. She teaches courses on human-computer interaction (HCI) and technology ethics, mentoring students pursuing PhDs in privacy and health informatics. Awards: Best Paper Awards at ACM CHI and CSCW Grants: NSF SaTC grant for privacy ecosystems research Labs/Teams: Leads George Mason's Privacy & Health Informatics Initiative

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David K. Linnanمشاهده پروفایل

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University of South CarolinaUnited States

David K. Linnan is an Associate Professor of Law at the Joseph F. Rice School of Law, University of South Carolina, holding tenure since 1993. He is also affiliated with the University of South Carolina School of the Environment and multiple international institutions including the University of Melbourne’s Asian Law Centre and Gadjah Mada University’s International Undergraduate Program. His expertise spans Asian Law, Legal Development, and International Economic Law. Education includes a J.D. from the University of Chicago (1979) and a B.A. from Emory University (1976). He has conducted extensive research across Indonesia, Australia, and Germany, including a Fulbright fellowship in Jakarta and research at the Max Planck Institute in Germany. His teaching focuses on comparative law, international environmental law, and financial sector regulation. Research interests include legal legitimacy, interfaith relations, and instructional technology integration in legal education. He has pioneered international collaborative courses using videoconferencing, linking students across USC, Indonesian universities, and Australian institutions. Major grants include a $1.2M USAID award (2000–2004) for the Law and Finance Institutional Partnership (LFIP) in Jakarta. Linnan has held visiting professorships at Gadjah Mada University (2015) and University of Washington (2004). His recent work emphasizes Southeast Asian legal infrastructure, judicial recruitment analysis, and transnational economic frameworks like ASEAN Economic Community and the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

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Roman Birkeمشاهده پروفایل

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University of RegensburgGermany

Dr. Roman Birke is a Research Fellow at the Department for Interdisciplinary and Multiscalar Area Studies (DIMAS) at the University of Regensburg since April 2024. Previously, he held postdoctoral and research positions at institutions such as Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena and the University of Vienna. His affiliations include roles as a Doctoral Fellow and Visiting Scholar at Trinity College Dublin and Columbia University. Roman Birke holds a PhD in History from the University of Vienna (2018), following a Mag. phil. (M.A.) in History (2013) and a bachelor’s degree from the same institution (2007-2013). His research focuses on transnational history of the 19th and 20th centuries , with particular emphasis on History of human rights, global population policies and reproductive rights, history of eugenics and genetics, gender history, persecution of homosexuality under National Socialism, colonialism, and digital methods in humanities. His work bridges social, political, and medical history, exploring intersections of human rights advocacy and global governance. In his recent publications, Birke examines topics such as Nazi-era medical persecution of homosexuals, human rights frameworks in population control movements, and Eleanor Roosevelt’s role in shaping international human rights discourse. His work highlights transnational networks and the interplay between policy, science, and activism in shaping 20th-century global histories. While no specific advising or grant details are provided, Birke’s active teaching and research collaborations suggest engagement with academic mentorship and funding opportunities in his field.

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Emily T. Yehمشاهده پروفایل

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University of ColoradoUnited States

Emily T. Yeh serves as Professor of Geography at the University of Colorado within the College of Arts and Sciences, holding Faculty Affiliate status with the Center for Asian Studies, CNAIS, and C3BC. A 2024 Guggenheim Fellow and past-president of the American Association of Geographers (2021-2022), she is recognized as a College of Arts and Sciences Professor of Distinction for her transformative work in human geography. Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley (2003), establishing her scholarly trajectory in critical geographical inquiry. Professor Yeh's research interrogates power dynamics within nature-society relationships through ethnographic methodologies , with seminal contributions to political ecology and cultural geography . Her work centers on Tibetan Plateau environmental transformations, examining natural resource conflicts, pastoralist livelihoods, and state-led development. Recent expansions address weather modification in anthropogenic climate contexts and decarbonization politics in Indonesia, revealing her evolving engagement with planetary-scale environmental challenges. This trajectory demonstrates consistent methodological rigor while adapting to emergent global ecological crises. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a decisive pivot toward climate intervention technologies and energy transition justice since 2022, while maintaining deep regional expertise in Asian contexts. The geographical scope has broadened from Tibet/China to include Indonesia, reflecting growing attention to Global South climate politics. Her scientific recognition includes: Guggenheim Fellowship (2024) Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar (2023-2024) Professor Yeh actively mentors graduate researchers including Drolma Gadou, Tsering Lhamo, Emma Loizeaux, and Tenzin Yangkey. Her research program is substantially supported by National Science Foundation funding for interdisciplinary projects on Tibetan Plateau rangeland dynamics and climate vulnerability, alongside her foundational CAREER award for transnational environmentalism research. Current work integrates capoeira philosophy with environmental justice frameworks, reflecting embodied scholarly practice. She contributes to interdisciplinary knowledge production through the Center for Asian Studies and C3BC, fostering collaborative approaches to environmental challenges that bridge geographical scales from local Tibetan communities to global climate governance structures.

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Kin Wing (Ray) Chanمشاهده پروفایل

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Royal Agricultural UniversityUnited Kingdom

Kin Wing (Ray) Chan is a Wellcome Research Fellow (2022-2025) at the Royal Agricultural University, specializing in industrial livestock production, digital farming, and antimicrobial resistance. His interdisciplinary research integrates Human Geography, Veterinary Science, and Science and Technology Studies to examine relationships between precision livestock technologies, biopolitics, and animal production. Education PhD Geography and Planning, Cardiff University, UK MA Human Geography, University of Calgary, Canada BA (First Class Honours) Geography, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong Research Focus Chan's work explores how farming technologies and governance structures impact animal health and antimicrobial resistance across UK and Chinese agricultural systems. His research spans: Digital livestock management systems One Health approaches to disease control Farmer decision-making processes Environmental governance in agriculture Research Leadership He leads significant projects including a £197k Wellcome Trust fellowship on digital animal health technologies in China and coordinates international networks on biosecurity and antimicrobial resistance. His publications demonstrate consistent focus on veterinary practices, agricultural governance, and farmer behaviors, with recent work emphasizing diagnostic technologies and regulatory frameworks. Awards and Grants Wellcome Research Fellowship (2022-2025) AWRN Kick-Start Award (2024-2025) Multiple collaborative grants from ESRC, COST-Action, and GW4 Teaching At RAU, Chan leads modules on: Advanced Dairy Chains Global Meat Chains Editorial Contributions Editorial Board: Springer Nature Humanities & Social Sciences (2023-present) Review Editor: Frontiers in Veterinary Science (2018-present) Regular peer reviewer for 15+ journals

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Karen Soldaticمشاهده پروفایل

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Western Sydney UniversityAustralia

Professor Karen Soldatic is a leading academic in the School of Social Sciences at Western Sydney University, specializing in disability studies, social justice, and intersectional analysis. Her work critically examines the intersections of disability, migration, Indigenous rights, and digital technology within Global South contexts. Her research interests focus on Disability Studies , Social Justice , Artificial Intelligence and Disability , Indigenous Rights , and Migration Studies . Through participatory methodologies, she investigates how digital systems, welfare policies, and social structures create barriers for marginalized communities, particularly women with disabilities in low-income countries and Indigenous populations in Australia. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on technology-facilitated violence against women with disabilities , digital inclusion frameworks , and intersectional resistance strategies . Her work consistently bridges academic theory with community action, focusing on practical interventions for systemic change. Professor Soldatic has secured significant research funding through projects including Walking my path: NSW Indigenous LGBTIQ+ peoples' experiences & aspirations (2023-2027) and Environmental Stewardship Resurgence in Walbanga Land . Her community engagement includes membership in the Australian Sociological Association and Diversty Arts Australia. Her academic contributions include 181 research outputs, 14 major projects, and active supervision of HDR candidates. She holds a PhD from the University of Western Australia and maintains strong connections with disability advocacy organizations including the Australian Federation of Disability Organisations.

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Christina Hainzlمشاهده پروفایل

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University for Continuing Education KremsAustria

Christina Hainzl is the Head of the Platform for Sustainable Development (SDGs) and the Research Lab Democracy and Society in Transition at the University for Continuing Education Krems. She serves as an affiliated researcher at the University Ca' Foscari, Venice, and represents the university in the European Science Diplomacy Alliance. Her work focuses on contemporary challenges in democracy, sustainable development, cultural heritage, and science diplomacy. Dr. Hainzl holds a degree in contemporary history, art history, and political communication. She previously worked as a curator and research assistant at institutions like Lentos and Landesmuseum OÖ, alongside roles at the Institute for Art after 1945 in Linz. Her professional experience includes research stays in Florence, Rome, New York, and Washington DC, as well as internships at the Embassy of the Arab League and the American Anti-Discrimination Committee. Her research interests span socio-ecological transitions in urban contexts, democracy backsliding in Europe, material culture studies, and science diplomacy's role in cultural heritage protection. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects such as 'European Un/Orders,' examining Europe's global challenges, and has co-edited volumes on antisemitism post-1945 and pandemic-era healthcare policies. Christina Hainzl has received grants from the Rockefeller Foundation Archive Centre and the Emmanuel and Sophie Fohn Foundation for Visual Arts. Her work integrates academic research with practical applications, emphasizing societal transformations and evidence-based policy solutions. She collaborates across disciplines, leading initiatives on federalism and democratic resilience while maintaining a focus on art's role in societal discourse.

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Theo Spekمشاهده پروفایل

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University of GroningenNetherlands

Theo Spek is a Professor of History of Landscape at the Faculty of Arts, University of Groningen . His work combines historical, geographical, pedological, archaeological, ecological, and onomastic methodologies to study cultural landscapes, focusing on their evolution and application in modern policy, spatial planning, and heritage preservation. Research Interests Spek's research emphasizes interdisciplinary landscape history, particularly in Northern Netherlands . He pioneered the Landscape Biography approach, analyzing long-term interactions between humans, nature, and soil. His studies cover medieval open-field systems, peat exploitation, water management, and sandy landscapes, with applications in landscape policy and spatial planning . Publications & Projects He has contributed extensively to academic journals and edited volumes, including Landschappen van Nederland: Handboek voor de geschiedenis van onze leefomgeving . Spek heads the Landscape Knowledge Centre at Groningen, which promotes academic training and societal knowledge transfer. He previously coordinated the European network PECSRL (2000-2007) and co-developed a new landscape map of the Netherlands in 2024.

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Paolo Ruffinoمشاهده پروفایل

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King’s College LondonUnited Kingdom

Paolo Ruffino is a Senior Lecturer in Digital Curation and Computational Creativity at the Department of Digital Humanities, King's College London, and currently serves as Postgraduate Research Lead. His work bridges academia and artistic practice through collaborations with the artist group IOCOSE, which explores future narratives in technology and society. He previously held positions at the University of Liverpool, University of Lincoln, and others. Education background includes prior academic roles rather than explicit degree details Research focuses on videogames’ role in the Anthropocene, posthumanism, media philosophy, and labor dynamics in the games industry. Current projects include a monograph on post-Anthropocene imaginaries in games and studies on game engines’ impact on visual culture. His work intersects cultural studies, semiotics, and media theory. Publications span critical analyses of game mechanics, labor practices, and independent game development. He contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Digital Humanities Game Lab and the Centre for Digital Culture at King’s. Teaching includes modules on digital culture, media studies, and game studies at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Active in fostering collaborative research between academics and game developers.

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Ritika Tiwariمشاهده پروفایل

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York St John UniversityUnited Kingdom

Dr Ritika Tiwari is a Senior Lecturer in Public Health at the York St John University London Campus. She holds over 14 years of experience in public health across South Asia, Africa, and Europe, with prior affiliations to India’s National Health Mission, South Africa’s Stellenbosch University, and the UK’s University of Greenwich. At York St John, she serves as Semester Lead for the MSc Public Health program, leading modules on Health Economics and Public Health for an Ageing Population. Her research focuses on Human Resources for Health (HRH), emphasizing equitable health workforce distribution and universal health coverage. Key areas include geo-spatial inequities in healthcare access, workforce planning models, and policy interventions. Her work has contributed to South Africa’s 2030 HRH Strategy and analyses of dentist shortages, nephrologist deficits, and health workforce trends in India and South Africa. Publications span journals, policy reports (e.g., South African Health Reforms, 2022), and media features on oral health crises and health worker shortages. Dr Tiwari’s academic contributions bridge policy, education, and practice, aiming to strengthen health systems through evidence-based strategies.

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Colin Conradمشاهده پروفایل

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Dalhousie UniversityCanada

Colin Conrad is an Associate Professor of Digital Innovation at Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Management. He also serves as Co-Director of the College of Digital Transformation and Principal of the Cognition and Organizations Research Group. His research focuses on interdisciplinary projects spanning information systems, computer science, and cognitive neuroscience, with particular emphasis on human factors in educational technology and artificial intelligence. His work is supported by NSERC, CFI, and Mitacs. Research interests include mind wandering measurement via EEG, AI ethics, human-AI interaction, and neurophysiological impacts of digital technologies. He explores topics such as virtual teacher perception, privacy calculus in AI systems, and cognitive state awareness in human-AI collaboration. His recent studies address challenges in remote work ergonomics, digital transformation during crises, and legal/ethical aspects of brain-computer interfaces. His publications analyze behavioral responses to cybersecurity notifications, virtual influencer trust dynamics, and adaptive online learning systems. Current projects investigate the cognitive effects of AI-generated media and the neurophysiological foundations of attention in digital environments. Colin’s research is funded through grants emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation and societal impact. He collaborates with industry partners to translate neuroscientific insights into practical applications in education and workplace design.

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Jean-Thomas Tremblayمشاهده پروفایل

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York UniversityCanada

Jean-Thomas Tremblay is an Associate Professor of Environmental Humanities and Director of the Graduate Program in Social & Political Thought at York University’s Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. He holds appointments in the Department of Humanities, English, and interdisciplinary programs like Science & Technology Studies. His research bridges environmental humanities, sexuality studies, and film studies, focusing on the interplay between embodiment, environment, and biopolitical forces since the 1970s. Education : PhD in English Language and Literature from the University of Chicago, with a Graduate Certificate in Gender and Sexuality Studies. Previously an Assistant Professor of English at New Mexico State University. Research & Publications : Authored Breathing Aesthetics (2022) and Negative Life: The Cinema of Extinction (2024, co-authored). Current projects explore critiques of environmentalism funded by SSHRC grants. His work interrogates ecocritical assumptions about aesthetics’ role in socialization. Awards : Finalist for the 2025 Ecocritical Book Award (ASLE). His scholarship has been reviewed in ISLE , Cultural Geographies , and Representations . Engagement : Advisory Board member for differences: A Journal of Feminist Cultural Studies , Contributing Editor to Discourse: Journal for Theoretical Studies in Media and Culture . Active in conferences and media discussions on environmental humanities and film. Grants & Labs : SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2024) for “Eco-subtraction: Downsizing the Environmental Humanities.” Directs a graduate program fostering interdisciplinary social/political thought.

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Didier Fassinمشاهده پروفایل

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Graz University of TechnologyAustria

Didier Fassin is the James D. Wolfensohn Professor of Social Science at the Institute for Advanced Study (Princeton) and holds a permanent chair in Moral Questions and Social Issues at the Collège de France. His roles include Director of Studies at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) in Paris since 1999. He previously served as Visiting Professor at Princeton University and the University of Hong Kong, and held the Annual Chair in Public Health at the Collège de France (2019–2020). Education includes a Doctorate in Medicine (1982), Master in Public Health (1986), PhD in Social Science (1988), and accreditations in Public Health and Social Sciences. His research focuses on political anthropology, public health, humanitarianism, migration, and the intersection of ethics with social institutions. Key research programs include studies on undocumented immigrants, AIDS in South Africa, and the biopolitics of crises. He coordinates global inquiries like the Nomis Foundation’s Crisis project (2018–2023). His awards include the Nomis Distinguished Scientist Award (2018), Gold Medal in Anthropology (2016), and Victor Turner Prize (2019). He frequently engages in public discourse through media and institutions, advocating for the social sciences’ role in addressing contemporary societal challenges. Advising and grants highlight his leadership in interdisciplinary projects, including the ERC-funded ‘Critical Moral Anthropology’ (2009–2012) and Mellon-funded asylum studies in South Africa. His work spans academic and applied spheres, influencing policy and public understanding of inequality, justice, and human rights.

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Courtney J. Fungمشاهده پروفایل

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Macquarie UniversityAustralia

Courtney J. Fung is an Associate Professor in the Department of Security Studies & Criminology at Macquarie University. She holds concurrent roles as a Non-Resident Fellow at Harvard University’s Fairbank Center, Asia Society Australia, LSE IDEAS, and the Lowy Institute. Her research focuses on rising powers’ engagement with global governance and international security, particularly China’s evolving role in institutions like the UN Security Council and cyber policy frameworks. Education: Courtney earned a PhD in International Relations from The Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy, Tufts University. She is a Fulbright Scholar at Georgetown University (2024) and serves on The Fletcher School Board of Advisors. Research Interests: Her work examines China’s influence on international norms, cyber sovereignty, UN peacekeeping, and the Responsibility to Protect (R2P). Key contributions include her 2019 Oxford University Press book China and Intervention at the UN Security Council: Reconciling Status , which explores how China navigates intervention and regime change debates at the UN. Awards: Courtney has received the HKU Research Output Prize (2019–2020), Early Career Teaching Award (2016), and Fulbright Award (2023). Her research has been featured in journals like Contemporary Security Policy and International Affairs . Grants & Projects: She led the 2023 project Japan for Strategy: Bringing Japan into Australia’s Defence and Intelligence Strategy . Her work is supported by grants such as the Early Career Scheme Research Grant (2014) and Government Research Fund Award (2020). Media Engagement: Courtney frequently comments on Chinese foreign policy for outlets like The Wire China , analyzing cyber governance, UN diplomacy, and geopolitical rivalry.

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