جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Nir Halevyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Leadership
• Status and Power Dynamics
• Negotiation and Decision Making
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nir Halevy is the Jagdeep and Roshni Singh Professor of Organizational Behavior and Hank McKinnell-Pfizer Inc. Faculty Fellow at Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB). He holds a PhD in Social Psychology and Management from Hebrew University, alongside MA and BA degrees in related fields. His research focuses on leadership, negotiation dynamics, and social influence within hierarchies and networks. Halevy’s work explores how individuals and groups make decisions, navigate conflict, and form cooperative strategies in organizational and intergroup settings. Education: PhD in Social Psychology and Management, Hebrew University MA in Social and Organizational Psychology, Hebrew University BA in Psychology and International Relations, Hebrew University Research Interests: Leadership and Status Dynamics Negotiation and Decision-Making Social Influence in Hierarchies and Networks Intergroup Conflict and Cooperation Awards: Hank McKinnell-Pfizer Inc. Faculty Fellow (2021–2025) Fletcher Jones Faculty Scholar (2014–2015) Teaching & Executive Programs: Coursework on negotiations, leadership, and intergroup relations Executive programs: Asian Leadership Program, Black Leadership Program, Influence and Negotiation Strategies Key Contributions: Halevy’s research bridges social psychology and organizational behavior, examining conflict resolution frameworks (e.g., Chicken, Prisoner’s Dilemma), the role of humor in negotiations, and the impact of hierarchical structures on social capital. His work has been published in top journals like Psychological Science , Journal of Personality and Social Psychology , and Trends in Cognitive Sciences .

Amitabh Vermaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Design
• Landscape Architecture
• Design Communication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amitabh Verma is an Associate Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture at the University of Georgia's College of Environment and Design. His work bridges design education, urban development, and cultural preservation. He holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture and has over 12 years of professional experience in urban design, architecture, and historic preservation across the U.S. and India. Research interests include Design Communication (focusing on hand graphics and mental health benefits of sketching) and Urban Design (addressing challenges in Indian urban development). He teaches studios emphasizing placemaking and integrates creative expression through visual design. As an artist, he explores drawing, silk dyeing, and UX design, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach. Recent publications explore digitalization’s impact on architectural education, pandemic communication strategies, and traditional design techniques. His work highlights the intersection of technology and human-centered design. Professional outreach includes advocacy for endangered cultural traditions and community-driven projects like the Biodiversity Action Plan for Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Teaching expertise spans BLA programs, where he emphasizes hands-on design processes. He advises students on balancing technology with traditional methods, fostering innovation while preserving critical skills. His service-learning initiatives connect classroom work to real-world challenges like chimpanzee sanctuary design and urban renewal projects.

• Rhetoric
• Writing Studies
• Digital Pedagogies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Scott Sundvall is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Memphis, where he also serves as Director of the Center for Writing and Communication. His work focuses on rhetoric, writing studies, new media, and critical pedagogy. He holds a B.A. from the University of Minnesota (2009), an M.A. from Bowling Green State University (2011), and a Ph.D. from the University of Florida (2016). Education: B.A., University of Minnesota (2009) M.A., Bowling Green State University (2011) Ph.D., University of Florida (2016) Research Interests: Dr. Sundvall explores electracy, rhetorical/critical theory, surveillance studies, activist rhetoric, and critical pedagogy. His scholarship bridges digital humanities, media studies, and educational philosophy, emphasizing the intersection of technology and cultural critique. His publications include Rhetorical Speculations (book editor, 2019) and articles in Convergence , Computers and Composition , and Philosophy and Rhetoric . Recent work examines post-pandemic digital pedagogies and the rhetorical implications of electracy in contemporary politics. Dr. Sundvall’s research also engages with media representation, activist writing practices, and the ethical dimensions of teaching in digital environments. He co-edited a special issue on digital pedagogies post-COVID-19 (2023) and has written on topics ranging from film analysis to post-humanist theory.

Nancy Marie Mithloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Visual Anthropology
• Indigenous Visual Arts and Curation
• Gender Analysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nancy Marie Mithlo is a Professor in the Department of Gender Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), within the Social Sciences Division. As Core Faculty, her work bridges visual anthropology, Indigenous curation, and critical studies of representation. She is a citizen of the Fort Sill Chiricahua Warm Springs Apache Tribe, and her research critiques colonial institutions like museums and archives while centering Indigenous artists’ perspectives. Education: PhD in Cultural Anthropology from Stanford University (1993). Prior roles include teaching at the University of New Mexico, Institute of American Indian Arts, Smith College, and others. She has curated nine exhibitions at the Venice Biennale, highlighted in her forthcoming book Red Skin Dreams . Research Interests: Mithlo focuses on Indigenous visual arts, museum critique, and gender analysis. Her work employs cognitive science methodologies to study visitor reception and advocates for reciprocal curatorial practices. She challenges colonial frameworks through studies of photographic archives, film, and Indigenous knowledge production. Key Contributions: Co-edited Visualizing Genocide (2022) and authored influential articles on Indigenous cinema, art activism, and decolonial curatorial approaches. Her research emphasizes Indigenous agency in redefining cultural narratives within settler colonial contexts. Grants & Labs: Active in Indigenous archival studies; collaborates with institutions on decolonizing exhibition practices. Mentors emerging Indigenous curators through long-term, community-focused projects.

• cancer immunobiology
• immunotherapy
• nucleotide metabolism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Caius Gabriel Radu is a Professor in the Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology and the Department of Surgery at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine. His research program focuses on understanding fundamental biological processes at the interface between metabolic and signal transduction networks in cancer, immune cells, and stromal cells, with the goal of developing new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Dr. Radu's research expertise spans cancer immunobiology, immunotherapy, nucleotide metabolism, and molecular imaging. His laboratory has established a highly integrated research program that includes state-of-the-art instrumentation for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Mass Spectrometry platforms for metabolomics, proteomics, and phosphoproteomics. His interdisciplinary team collaborates with experts across UCLA and other institutions in molecular imaging, cancer metabolism, immunobiology, signal transduction, structural biology, radiochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and virology. Dr. Radu's research has led to significant discoveries, including uncovering a new role for the nucleoside salvage pathway in hematopoiesis, developing new PET probes for nucleotide metabolism (some of which have been translated to clinical use), and discovering novel small molecule inhibitors of metabolic kinases. One of these inhibitors has entered Phase I clinical trials (NCT05055609) for selected solid tumors and autoimmune disorders. His work also focuses on the immunobiology of pancreatic and prostate cancers, seeking to identify novel immunometabolic checkpoints that could be pharmacologically modulated alone or in combination with other therapies. Challenge Award, Prostate Cancer Foundation, 2017-2019 Challenge Award, Prostate Cancer Foundation, 2019-2021 Dr. Radu is currently Principal Investigator or Multiple Principal Investigator on multiple NIH-funded research projects, including studies on innovative mRNA vaccines for solid tumors, adenosine signaling in pancreatic cancer, PSMA-targeted radiopharmaceutical therapy, and targeting KRAS and adenosine-mediated immunosuppression. In collaboration with Dr. Norbert Pardi at UPenn, he has established a platform for evaluating mRNA lipid nanoparticle platforms for cancer immunotherapy.

Travis Curtrightمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Renaissance Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Thomas More Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Travis Curtright, Ph.D., is a Professor of Humanities and Literature at Ave Maria University, serving as Chair of the Department of Humanities and Liberal Studies and Director of Shakespeare in Performance. He holds a Ph.D. in Literature from the University of Dallas and has professional training in acting and directing. His work bridges scholarship and performance, emphasizing early modern literature, particularly Shakespeare and Thomas More studies. Education: B.A. in Philosophy (University of Dallas), M.A. and Ph.D. in Literature (University of Dallas). Research focuses on Renaissance political thought, Shakespearean drama, and Thomas More’s legacy. He authored The One Thomas More and The Controversial Thomas More , and edits Moreana: Thomas More and Renaissance Studies . His scholarship challenges modern interpretations of More’s unity as a statesman, humanist, and martyr. Recent publications explore More’s prison writings, Shakespeare’s character development, and early modern literary techniques. Awards include recognition as an award-winning teacher and fellow at the Center for Thomas More Studies. He leads the Shakespeare in Performance program, training students in classical performance techniques.

David E. Lowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Literacy
• Teacher Preparation
• Secondary English Language Arts
• +۹ مورد دیگر

David E. Low is a Professor in the Department of Literacy, Early, Bilingual and Special Education at California State University, Fresno's Kremen School of Education and Human Development. His research examines critical multimodal literacy practices of children and youth in diverse learning spaces, with particular expertise in comics, visual literacy, and critical pedagogy. Dr. Low previously served as Assistant Professor (2015-2020) before advancing to Associate Professor and ultimately Professor. Dr. Low earned his Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, M.A. from New York University, and B.A. from the University of Arizona. His educational background in language, literacy, and culture informs his current research and teaching approaches which center on critical praxis and dismantling educational status quos that harm learners. Dr. Low's research focuses on intersections among multiliteracies, multimodality, racial and cultural identity, antideficit and antiracist pedagogies, popular culture/media, and critical multicultural education. His recent book "Transgressive Humor in Classrooms" (Routledge, 2024) explores humor as a form of social critique in secondary ELA classrooms. He has published extensively in top journals including Journal of Literacy Research, Research in the Teaching of English, Language Arts, and English Education, with over 30 scholarly publications to his name. Dr. Low's scholarly trajectory demonstrates consistent engagement with visual and multimodal literacies, particularly comics and graphic narratives, as tools for critical inquiry, social justice education, and identity exploration. His work spans teacher education, children's literature analysis, and critical examinations of representation across multiple disciplines including mathematics, gender studies, and cultural identity. Dr. Low has received significant recognition for his scholarship: Arthur Applebee Award for Excellence in Research on Literacy (2023) Divergent Publication Award (2023) Keynote speaker at NCTEAR (2025) As an academic leader, Dr. Low chairs the University Personnel Committee at Fresno State (2020-present) and serves on the Executive Committee of ELATE (2023-27). He previously served as the School of Education's Faculty Assembly President (2017-18), co-chaired the Research Committee (2016-19) and Dandoy Committee (2017-23), and convened the César Chávez Education Conference (2017). His teaching focuses on mentoring pre- and in-service teachers to develop frameworks that honor students' cultural and intellectual legacies. He oversees the College's ongoing partnership with the Fresno American Indian Health Project (2015-present). Dr. Low serves on the Editorial Review Boards of Research in the Teaching of English and English Journal. He previously served as Section Editor for Language Arts (vols. 97 and 98, 2019-21) and co-edited a special issue of English Teaching: Practice and Critique. He is past chair and program chair of the AERA Literature SIG (2015-19) and a past member of NCTE's Standing Committee on Research (2018-21).

Monica Calabrittoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Culture
• History of Medicine
• Early Modern Body Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Monica Calabritto is a Professor of Italian and Comparative Literature at Hunter College and the Graduate Center of the City University of New York (CUNY), serving as Chair of the Romance Languages Department at Hunter College. Her research focuses on Early Modern culture, with expertise in History of Medicine, Early Modern Body studies, Classics, Criminal Justice History, and Emblem studies. She has authored and edited books such as Murder and Madness on Trial (2023) and co-edited Emblems of Death in the Early Modern Period (2014). Her work explores intersections between legal, medical, and literary discourses in Renaissance Italy. Key research areas include the diagnosis of madness in early modern legal contexts, the role of chronicles in shaping social memory, and emblem literature's cultural significance. She has published extensively on figures like Torquato Tasso and Girolamo Mercuriale, analyzing medical practices and their societal impacts. Her pedagogical approach integrates literature, art, and emotional expression in language education. Monica has contributed to academic conferences, invited talks, and interdisciplinary collaborations, emphasizing the interplay between emotion, law, and medicine in historical narratives. Her scholarship bridges micro-historical analyses of individual cases with broader macro-historical themes, offering insights into early modern societal structures and intellectual traditions.

• Technical Communication
• World Englishes
• African Literature
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael J. K. Bokor is an Associate Professor of English at Long Island University with expertise in cross-cultural technical communication and African rhetoric. His work bridges global communication practices with African cultural contexts, focusing on how language, technology, and tradition intersect in international settings. Educational background: B.A., University of Cape Coast (Ghana) M.A., Ph.D., Illinois State University Research interests span the cross-cultural dimensions of international technical communication, World Englishes in U.S. education, outsourcing impacts, African traditional proverbs in literature, visual rhetoric as cultural identity, and non-Western rhetoric in African political activism. His scholarship uniquely centers African perspectives within technical communication frameworks, challenging Western-centric models through analyses of Ghanaian media, West African oral traditions, and diaspora narratives. His publications reveal consistent thematic evolution toward decolonizing technical communication through African epistemologies, with recent work examining New Media's role in Ghanaian democratization (2014) and World Englishes' pedagogical implications (2011, 2018). This trajectory demonstrates growing emphasis on applying technical communication to African political and educational contexts while foregrounding indigenous knowledge systems. Scientific Awards: David Newton Award for Excellence in Teaching (2013) Ora Brettal Award for Scholarship, Illinois State University (2008) University Club Award, Illinois State University (2008) International Studies and Programs Office Fellowship Award, Illinois State University (2004 and 2005) Writing Programs Administration Award for facilitating professional development for international graduate teaching assistants (2003) Dr. Bokor has served as Sub-Editor for the Association of Teachers of Technical Writing (2008-2019) and Copy Editor for the Journal of Iranian Studies and Journal of Planning and Changing. His extensive peer review activities for journals like Technical Communication Quarterly and Rhetorica demonstrate deep engagement with global communication scholarship. He maintains active media presence through BBC World Service interviews and New York Times opinion pieces on African political affairs.

Peter Catalanottoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

• Children's Literature
• Creative Writing
• Illustration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peter Catalanotto is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Writing at Pratt Institute's School of Liberal Arts & Sciences. He holds a BFA from Pratt Institute and is a renowned creator of children's literature, having written and illustrated over 50 books. His works include the Monkey & Robot series and Emily's Art , which received a starred review from School Library Journal. He has presented creatively in 40+ states and teaches Columbia University's first children's book writing course. Education: B.F.A. in Art and Design from Pratt Institute Research & Interests: Catalanotto focuses on blending humor, friendship, and emotional depth in children's stories, often addressing themes like creativity, social dynamics, and moral lessons. His work emphasizes visual storytelling through graphic novels and illustrated narratives. Publications Trends: His books span early readers, graphic novels, and illustrated educational stories, with recurring themes of friendship (e.g., Monkey & Robot ), artistic expression ( Emily's Art ), and problem-solving. Recent works like Flights of Fancy (2022) explore adventure and innovation in storytelling formats. Awards: ALA Notable Children's Book Parents' Choice Silver Medal NCSS/CBC Notable Trade Book Kirkus Best Book of the Year Teaching & Outreach: Teaches at Columbia University, presents at conferences, and advocates for creative writing education. His collaborations include illustrating the White House holiday brochure (2008) and Drexel University's recognition of his contributions to children's literature. Labs/Teams: Works independently as an author-illustrator but collaborates with educators and publishers to develop innovative children's content.

Kali Jo Wackerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Multimodal Composition
• Digital Media
• Rhetoric and Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kali Jo Wacker is an Assistant Professor of English at Northwestern College. She holds a Ph.D. in rhetoric and composition from the University of Kansas, alongside a Museum Studies Graduate Certificate. Her research focuses on intersections of writing, design, digital media, and material/popular culture. She has taught courses in writing, communications, and art, emphasizing multimodal composition and technology integration. Education: Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, University of Kansas Museum Studies Graduate Certificate, University of Kansas B.A. in Journalism and Graphic Design, Northwestern College (2016) Research Interests: Dr. Wacker explores how digital tools and material practices shape communication. Her work spans museum technologies, Disney studies, emoji linguistics, and student autonomy in creative projects. She uses virtual reality, fairy tale adaptations, and social media to innovate teaching methods. Key Publications & Presentations: Recent work includes analyzing Disney's urban narratives, emoji semiotics, and VR-based storytelling. Her 2025 paper on 3D storytelling in virtual reality exemplifies her focus on cutting-edge educational technologies. Awards: 2023 Peter Collins Travel Grant 2022 Argersinger Dissertation Award Finalist Multiple teaching awards from the University of Kansas (2018-2021) Professional Experience: Prior to Northwestern, she served as a Communications & Design Fellow at the University of Kansas' Center for Teaching Excellence (2017–2021). Her grants include the Selden L. Whitcomb Fellowship and Stephen F. Evans Award for course development.

January Gill O’Neilمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Creative Writing
• Poetry
• Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

January Gill O’Neil is an award-winning poet and Associate Professor of English at Salem State University. She has authored four poetry collections: Glitter Road (2024), Rewilding (2018), Misery Islands (2014), and Underlife (2009). Her work examines intersections of race, gender, and motherhood in contemporary America. Educated at Old Dominion University (BA) and New York University (MFA) 2019–2020 John and Renée Grisham Writer-in-Residence at University of Mississippi Current board chair of Association of Writers and Writing Programs (2022–23) Her poetry explores ecopoetry , racial identity , and domestic narratives , often blending personal experience with social commentary . Recent works examine environmental degradation in New England and intersectional Black womanhood . O’Neil has received recognition including the Paterson Award for Literary Excellence , Cave Canem fellowships , and Massachusetts Cultural Council grants . Her work appears in prestigious venues like The New York Times Magazine, American Poetry Review, and Poem-A-Day. As former executive director of the Massachusetts Poetry Festival (2012–2018), she championed literary community-building. Currently residing in Beverly, Massachusetts, her academic and creative work bridges pedagogy , contemporary poetry , and cultural preservation .

Christi A. Merrillمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Translation Theory
• Postcolonial Literature
• South Asian Literature
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Christi A. Merrill is a Professor of South Asian Literature and Postcolonial Theory at the University of Michigan , with a secondary appointment as Associate Professor of Comparative Literature . Her work bridges translation theory, postcolonial studies, and human rights discourse, focusing on contemporary Indian literature and Dalit narratives. Education: Ph.D. in Comparative Literature (University of Iowa, 1999), M.F.A. in Translation (University of Iowa, 1993), M.F.A. in Nonfiction Writing (University of Iowa, 1999) Professor Merrill's research interrogates translation's role in negotiating cultural possession, gendered discrimination, and human rights through South Asian literature. She has pioneered courses integrating digital pedagogy, including virtual workshops and online tools for analyzing translated texts and museum collections. Her scholarship spans translation ethics, caste studies, and intercultural representation, with publications in Blackwell’s Companion , Rutgers University Press , and World Literature Today . She has served as a keynote speaker at international conferences including the International Hindi Conference and Jaipur Literature Festival . Awards: A.K. Ramanujan Award for Translation (2012) NEA Literature Fellowship NEH/AIIS Senior Fellowship University of Michigan Human Rights Fellowship Merrill has advised graduate students across disciplines including Anthropology, English, and South Asian Studies, while developing innovative approaches to teaching translation ethics and intercultural communication.

Jorge Braga Rieraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Literary Translation
• Drama Translation
• Translation History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jorge Braga Riera is a Professor in the Department of English Studies at the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM), where he teaches in the Bachelor's Degree in English Studies, the Master's Degree in Literary Translation, and at the Institute of Languages and Translators. He holds a PhD in English Philology from the University of Oviedo and is accredited as a full university professor. His academic career includes teaching positions at CES Felipe II-UCM (Translation and Interpreting, 2001-2014), the Faculty of Translation of the University of Malaga (2010-2012), and the University of Central Lancashire in Madrid (2011-2014). As a professional translator, he has worked with major Spanish publishing houses including Gredos, Alianza Editorial, and the Spanish University Foundation, with his recent translation of Ezra Pound's The Spirit of Romance published in 2025. Professor Braga Riera's research focuses primarily on translation studies, particularly literary translation (especially drama) and contrastive studies (Spanish-English, English-Spanish). His scholarly output demonstrates a strong trajectory in theatrical translation, with increasing attention to retranslation phenomena, gender representation in translated theatre, and the historical reception of Spanish Golden Age drama in English-speaking contexts. His publications reveal sophisticated analysis of how theatrical texts navigate cultural transitions through the translation process, with particular attention to non-verbal elements, paratextual components, and the evolving portrayal of women's roles across different translations of the same dramatic works. His significant publications include The English Translation of the Comedies of the Golden Age (2009), Classical Spanish Drama in Restoration English (1660-1700) (2009), Tools and Techniques for English-Spanish Translation: Literary Texts (2015, with JP Rica), and Theatre is Different: The Translation of the Dramatic Experience (2024). He has also edited important reference works including the Dictionary of Theatrical Reception in Spain (2020). Professor Braga Riera currently serves as editor of Estudios de Traducción and is an active member of both the Madrid Theatre Institute (ITEM) and the University Institute of Modern Languages and Translators (IULMYT). His research has been supported through participation in significant projects including the INTRAL Literary Translation Research Group and the CARTEMAD-CM and CONSTEMAD-CM projects (funded by CAM/EU). He actively supervises PhD candidates working on translation topics, particularly welcoming proposals related to paratranslation, literary translation, ideology and theatre translation, children's literature in translation, retranslation, and translation history. His supervision approach integrates theoretical frameworks with practical translation concerns, emphasizing the cultural dimensions of translation.

Carla MacLeanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Occupational Health Psychology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carla MacLean is a Professor at Kwantlen Polytechnic University 's Department of Psychology, holding a PhD in Experimental Psychology from the University of Victoria and a Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship from Simon Fraser University. Her research merges Forensic Psychology and Occupational Health Psychology , focusing on cognitive bias in professional decision-making during workplace investigations and eyewitness recall. Key research areas: Cognitive bias, Investigative decision-making, Eyewitness memory, Contextual contamination Teaches courses: Introduction to Psychology, Social Psychology, Psychology and Law, Cognitive Ergonomics She supervises Honours students who have won multiple Canadian Psychology Association Research Awards . Her work includes developing the Self-Administered Witness Interview Tool (SAW-IT) to enhance witness recall and studying bias mechanisms in workplace safety inspections. Recent publications examine confirmation bias in organizational justice, expectation congruency effects, and hindsight bias in legal contexts. Collaborations with Dr. Itiel Dror and Dr. Gary Wells highlight her interdisciplinary approach. Contact: carla.maclean@kpu.ca