جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

John Pittsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Youth Crime Prevention
• Juvenile Justice Systems
• Youth Gang Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Pitts is the Vauxhall Professor of Socio-Legal Studies and Director of the Vauxhall Centre for the Study of Crime at the University of Bedfordshire. He also holds visiting professorships in Criminology at the Universities of Suffolk and Kent, and in Youth Justice at the University of Politics and Law, Shanghai. His career spans roles in publishing, education, youth work, and consultancy on youth crime and justice systems globally. Pitts has authored influential works like Reluctant Gangsters (2008) and contributed to national initiatives on youth gangs, including advising the UK government's Gang Summit in 2011. He was awarded an honorary Doctor of Letters (2011) for his contributions to youth justice research. Education: PhD, Middlesex University, 1988 MA (with Distinction) in Deviance & Social Policy, Middlesex University, 1979 Diploma in Youth Work, University of Manchester, 1971 Diploma in Education, University of Birmingham, 1967 Research Interests: Youth violent offending and gangs Pathways into organized crime Juvenile justice systems and custody Multi-agency responses to gang-related crime His work emphasizes practical applications, such as the Greater Manchester Police's Operation Challenger evaluation and contributions to child sexual exploitation inquiries. Awards: 2011 Honorary D.Litt., University of Bedfordshire Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) Advisory Roles: Member of the Prime Minister's Gang Summit (2011) Deputy Chair, London Gangs Forum (2010–2013) Expert Advisory Group, Home Office Youth Gang Initiative (2011–2012) Labs/Teams: Directs the Vauxhall Centre for the Study of Crime, part of the Institute of Applied Social Research, which focuses on crime prevention and youth justice policy.

• Criminal Law
• Penitentiary Law
• Restorative Justice
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Julián Carlos Ríos Martín is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law (ICADE), Comillas Pontifical University, where he has been teaching since 1996. He is affiliated with the Department of Public Law and is a leading figure in criminal law, penitentiary law, and restorative justice. His academic training includes a Doctor of Law from Comillas Pontifical University and a Specialist Title in Criminology from Complutense University of Madrid. He is also certified by ANECA as a Profesor Titular de Universidad , confirming his academic rank. His research centers on restorative justice, particularly in cases of terrorism, sexual abuse, and immigration detention. He explores legal mechanisms for releasing life-sentenced prisoners, the ethical dimensions of punishment, and victim-offender reconciliation. His work bridges legal theory, human rights, and practical reform. His recent publications reflect a strong focus on restorative justice applications in sensitive contexts, including the Catholic Church abuse cases and ETA-related reconciliation. These works emphasize empathy, dialogue, and institutional accountability. He is affiliated with the Research Group on Criminal Law and Criminology and has contributed to official reports, such as the Ombudsman’s report on abuse in the Church. His legal manuals are widely used in Spain. Ríos Martín has extensive teaching experience, covering criminal litigation, restorative justice, and constitutional rights. He has authored numerous books and articles, and his work appears in journals like InDret , Revista de Derecho Penal y Criminología , and Jueces para la Democracia .

• International Refugee Law
• Human Rights Law
• International Organizations and Treaty Interpretation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yulia Ioffe is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Queen Mary University of London's School of Law, working on the AHRC-funded project 'Rethinking Child Law and Policy'. She holds a DPhil (PhD) in Law from the University of Oxford, an LL.M. in International Human Rights Law from Harvard Law School, and degrees from Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University. Her research focuses on asylum-seeking children's rights, international treaty interpretation, and the role of international organizations in human rights protection. PhD: University of Oxford (Law) LL.M.: Harvard Law School (International Human Rights Law) LLB and LLM: Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University Her work emphasizes legal frameworks for vulnerable populations, particularly children in migration contexts. She has contributed to prominent journals like the American Journal of International Law and EJIL: Talk!, analyzing cases such as Georgia v Russia and Ukraine-Russia treaty disputes. Her writing critiques constitutional changes in Russia and explores nuclear policy implications under international law. Publications highlight themes of refugee status interpretation, state responsibility, and legal responses to geopolitical conflicts. She has clerked at the International Court of Justice and worked with UNHCR in multiple regions, bringing practical experience to her academic contributions.

Sandra Maysonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminal Law
• Constitutional Law
• Legal Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sandra Mayson is a Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Law. Previously, she served on the faculty of the University of Georgia School of Law, where she received the C. Ronald Ellington Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2020. Her research focuses on criminal law, constitutional law, and legal theory, with an emphasis on preventive restraint within the criminal legal system. She has extensive experience as a trial lawyer at Orleans Public Defenders, advocating for indigent clients and training public defenders on immigration-sensitive defense practices. Mayson’s work includes pretrial law reform advocacy, such as serving as Associate Reporter for the Uniform Law Commission’s Pretrial Release & Detention Act. She co-authors amicus briefs challenging money-bail systems and advises stakeholders on reform initiatives. Her clerkships included roles with Judge Dolores K. Sloviter (U.S. Third Circuit) and Judge L. Felipe Restrepo (Eastern District of Pennsylvania). Her articles address topics like constitutional standards for pretrial detention, law and consciousness theory, and systemic failures in court appearances. She has been featured in prominent legal journals including Yale Law Journal, Harvard Law Review, and Stanford Law Review. Awards include recognition for her impactful teaching and scholarly contributions to criminal justice reform.

Benjamin Wangمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Immigration Law
• U.S. Immigration Policy
• Family Immigration Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Wang serves as a Pro Tem Instructor at the University of Oregon School of Law, focusing on legal education while maintaining a private immigration law practice. He holds a JD from the University of Oregon (1998) and BA in English from Seattle University (1991). His career spans over two decades in U.S. immigration law, specializing in asylum, deportation defense, family-based petitions, and business immigration. Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence, University of Oregon School of Law, 1998 Bachelor of Arts in English, Seattle University, 1991 Research Focus: Mr. Wang’s practice emphasizes practical guidance on complex immigration issues such as visa appeals, removal defense, and evolving federal policies. His blog articles address current topics like Biden administration programs, criminal immigration consequences, and family unity strategies. Professional Contributions: Through his firm Benjamin Beijing Wang, P.C., he provides full-service immigration representation, assisting clients nationwide with cases before immigration courts and federal appeals courts. He emphasizes client-centered care, blending legal expertise with cultural sensitivity from his background as a first-generation immigrant. Labs/Teams: Operates a private practice with a dedicated team supporting clients through documentation preparation, court advocacy, and policy navigation.

Randy Nedegaardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Military Mental Health
• Military Cultural Competence
• Intimate Partner Violence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Randy Nedegaard is a Professor in the Department of Social Work Education at California State University, Fresno. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Uniformed Services University, complemented by MSW and MS degrees from the University of Minnesota and Uniformed Services University. His expertise spans military mental health, intimate partner violence, religious trauma, and AI applications in behavioral health. He teaches advanced clinical practice courses including trauma, group work, and interprofessional healthcare. Education: PhD, Clinical Psychology, Uniformed Services University (1998) MS, Medical Psychology, Uniformed Services University (1997) MSW, University of Minnesota (1990) BSW, Bethel University (1987) Research Focus: Dr. Nedegaard’s work emphasizes military cultural competence, addressing stigma in veteran care, faith-based approaches to domestic violence, and innovative educational technologies. His recent projects include pandemic-era online education adaptations and suicide prevention training efficacy. Publications Trends: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters since 1999, with clusters in military behavioral health (2010s), domestic violence intersectionality (2010s–2020s), and pedagogical innovation (2020s). His work bridges clinical practice, cultural competency, and systems-level interventions. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with tribal colleges, defense department consultants, and global health networks on projects addressing human trafficking (Sri Lanka), rural healthcare, and AI-driven mental health tools.

• Criminal Defense Law
• Immigration Law
• Veterans' Legal Rights
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Kara O'Brien is a faculty member at Southwestern Law School and a Deputy Public Defender at the Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office. She specializes in representing marginalized individuals in criminal proceedings, with expertise in jury trials and complex cases. Her career combines legal practice with advocacy for vulnerable populations, including human trafficking survivors and low-income veterans. Education: B.A. in Political Science, San Francisco State University J.D., Southwestern Law School (2018, Dean's Merit Scholarship) Research & Advocacy Focus: Professor O'Brien's work bridges domestic and international law, emphasizing human rights, criminal justice reform, and ethical legal representation. She has published on international aid workers' challenges in addressing female genital cutting while respecting cultural norms. Her clinical experience includes the Immigration Law Clinic and Appellate Litigation Clinic. Awards: Equal Justice Works Fellowship (supported direct legal aid for veterans) Girl Scouts Gold Award (community service achievement) Grants & Clinical Work: Her public service legacy includes: Public Interest Law Committee involvement Leadership in Teen Court outreach programs Peace Corps service in Burkina Faso (health advocacy and gender equality initiatives) Labs/Teams: Active in Southwestern's clinical programs, including the Immigration Law Clinic and Appellate Litigation Clinic, and collaborates with organizations like the Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking.

• Immigration Law
• Refugee Law
• Solitary Confinement in Detention
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sabrineh Ardalan is a Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Harvard Immigration and Refugee Clinical Program at Harvard Law School. She specializes in immigration and refugee law, focusing on litigation, policy advocacy, and trauma-informed legal practices. Her work addresses solitary confinement in immigration detention, detention conditions, and systemic challenges to asylum seekers' rights. Ardalan oversees cutting-edge litigation and trains law students in deportation defense and district court proceedings. She has authored influential briefs in federal courts and the U.S. Supreme Court on immigration law issues. Education: J.D., Harvard Law School (2002); B.A. in History and International Studies, Yale College (1997). Professional experience includes clerkships at the Third Circuit Court of Appeals and the Eastern District of New York, and roles at The Opportunity Agenda and Dewey Ballantine LLP. Research Interests: Ardalan’s scholarship centers on asylum law, solitary confinement reform, and the intersection of immigration policy with human rights. She emphasizes trauma-sensitive legal advocacy and systemic challenges in immigration enforcement. Her work has been featured in major media outlets like The New York Times and The Atlantic. Publications Overview: Recent articles include critiques of solitary confinement in detention and calls for policy reform, as well as analyses of congressional authority in U visa certifications. Her op-eds in The Hill and Cognoscenti highlight urgent issues in immigration law and due process. Awards: Recognitions include the CLEA Award for Excellence in Clinical Projects (2021), Fulbright Scholarships (2016 and 2018), and the HLS International Women’s Day Honoree (2015). She is a Board Member of The Brave House and Secretary of Global Labor Justice. Advising and Grants: Ardalan’s clinical program involves four components: the Immigration and Refugee Clinic, Crimmigration Clinic, HLS Immigration Project, and Harvard Representation Initiative. These initiatives tackle systemic issues like fast-track removals and detention conditions, collaborating closely with community organizations. She also oversees social work staff integration to support client-centered lawyering. Labs/Teams: Her work is anchored in the Harvard Immigration and Refugee Clinical Program, which combines legal advocacy, policy research, and direct client representation to advance immigrant rights.

Mette Zølnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intercultural Studies
• Cross-Cultural Management
• Qualitative Organizational Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mette Zølner is a Professor of Intercultural Studies at the Department of German and Romance Languages within the School of Communication and Culture at Aarhus University. Her research focuses on cross-cultural management, qualitative organizational methodologies, and the dynamics of intercultural communication in global contexts. She is known for exploring identity work among transnational professionals, expatriate career trajectories, and migrant integration through interpretive and critical research frameworks. Zølner’s work emphasizes empirical rigor across paradigms, particularly in integrating qualitative and critical methodologies to study organizational behavior. She has contributed to the Elgar Encyclopedia of Cross-Cultural Management and organized international conferences on themes such as qualitative research in culturally hybrid settings and diversity management. Her research often bridges academic theory with practical applications in business and policy. She has advised and participated in several Ph.D. defenses and workshops, including the 'Management and Cultures' standing track at the Euram Annual Conference. Her activities reflect a commitment to advancing cross-cultural understanding through interdisciplinary collaboration and applied research.

Jean Koh Petersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Child Law
• Immigration Law
• Clinical Legal Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jean Koh Peters is the Sol Goldman Clinical Professor Emeritus of Law at Yale Law School. She specializes in child law, immigration law, and clinical legal education, with a focus on cross-cultural lawyering, ethics, and systemic advocacy. Her career spans over three decades, including roles as a supervising attorney for Yale’s Jerome N. Frank Legal Services Organization and leadership in child advocacy and immigration clinics. Education: B.A. magna cum laude from Radcliffe College (1979), J.D. from Harvard Law School (1982). Prior to Yale, she served as an associate director at Columbia’s Child Advocacy Clinic and a staff attorney at the Legal Aid Society’s Juvenile Rights Division. Research interests include child representation in protective proceedings, cross-cultural competency in legal practice, and lawyer well-being. She co-authored Representing Children in Child Protective Proceedings: Ethical and Practical Dimensions and co-created the Habits of Cross-Cultural Lawyering curriculum. Her work on race in legal education and asylum law has been widely recognized. Awards: Society of American Law Teachers Great Teacher Award (2016) Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund Justice in Action Award (2012) Yale Law Women Lifetime Excellence Award (2018) She trained U.S. asylum officers (1995–2018) and advised over 300 students in child advocacy and immigration clinics. Her legacy includes advancing equitable legal representation for vulnerable populations.

Michael Wildesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Immigration Law
• National Security Policy
• Legal Ethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Wildes is the Managing Partner of Wildes & Weinberg, a premier immigration law firm, and currently serves as Mayor of Englewood, New Jersey. He holds an adjunct professorship at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he teaches Business Immigration Law and an Externship Seminar focusing on legal professionalism. A former Federal Prosecutor (1989–1993), Wildes has testified on Capitol Hill regarding anti-terrorism legislation and frequently appears as a legal analyst on network television discussing immigration policy and national security. Wildes authored Safe Haven in America: Battles to Open the Golden Door (2018), examining immigration controversies through case studies involving defectors, asylum seekers, and high-profile clients. His legal practice includes representing celebrities, athletes, and corporate clients, while maintaining a commitment to multilingual services and ethical standards. He holds a J.D. from Cardozo School of Law and a B.A. from Queens College. Beyond academia, Wildes has served on the District Appeals Board of the Selective Service System, the New Jersey Governor’s Blue Panel on Immigration, and as a guest lecturer at Yale, NYU, and Brooklyn Law School. His work bridges immigration law, public policy, and international security, with a focus on balancing humanitarian principles with national interests.

• Health Psychology
• Women's Health
• Human Sexuality
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hannah Holmes serves as Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Director of the Psychology Clinic within the Department of Psychology at Appalachian State University's College of Arts and Sciences. Her dual role bridges clinical practice, research, and teaching in clinical psychology. Her academic credentials include: Clinical Psychology Pre-Doctoral Internship (2018-2019) at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (2019) from Wayne State University M.A. in Clinical Psychology (2016) from Wayne State University B.A. in Psychology (2013) from Cedarville University Dr. Holmes' research program centers on health psychology with specialized focus in women's health , human sexuality , and emotion-focused interventions for chronic pain . Her work uniquely examines Arab American women's psychological health through cultural and religious lenses, investigating how bicultural identity, social constraints, and disclosure impact health outcomes following sexual victimization. She develops and tests evidence-based interventions including emotional awareness training for irritable bowel syndrome and chronic urogenital pain, while also evaluating rape prevention programs like Rape Aggression Defense courses. Analysis of her 2014-2023 publications reveals consistent methodological rigor through randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses across psychology, women's health, and pain management disciplines. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between clinical psychology, cultural psychology, and psychosomatic medicine, with particular emphasis on minority health disparities and emotion regulation mechanisms in chronic conditions. Dr. Holmes maintains active clinical supervision through her Psychology Clinic role while teaching advanced courses in personality assessment, health psychology, and human sexuality. Although not accepting doctoral students for Fall 2026, she mentors undergraduate researchers and teaches multiple sections annually. Her collaborative research network spans Wayne State University, The Ohio State University, and international institutions, with publications appearing in top-tier journals including Psychology of Violence and Archives of Sexual Behavior. Current research directions include expanding cultural adaptations of emotion-focused therapies and investigating long-term outcomes of sexual health interventions for minority women.