جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Vinit Mukhijaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Planning
• Affordable Housing
• Urban Informality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Vinit Mukhija is a Professor of Urban Planning at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), affiliated with the Luskin School of Public Affairs. He previously chaired the Department of Urban Planning and holds a courtesy appointment in Asian American Studies. His research focuses on housing, urban informality, and the built environment, with a particular emphasis on informal housing in both Global South and Global North contexts. He leads UCLA’s efforts to develop a new graduate program in real estate development, integrating equity, sustainability, and policy analysis. Education: Ph.D. in Urban Development and Planning, MIT MUD (Urban Design), University of Hong Kong M.Arch., University of Texas at Austin B.Arch., School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi Research Interests: His work examines informal housing in Mumbai, unpermitted U.S. housing (e.g., garage apartments, trailer parks), and strategies for equitable urban development. He advocates for urban design approaches that prioritize publicness and spatial justice, as detailed in his books Remaking the American Dream and Just Urban Design . Awards: UCLA Teaching Awards (2007, 2009, 2013) Advising & Community Work: He advises organizations like Pacoima Beautiful and serves on boards of urban nonprofits. His teaching includes courses on physical planning, informal cities, and urban design for justice. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects such as urban informality studies in Los Angeles and Vancouver, emphasizing community-driven solutions.

Michael Nebelingمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Augmented Reality (AR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
• Mixed Reality (XR)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Michael Nebeling is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan's School of Information (UMSI), leading the Information Interaction Lab. His research focuses on Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality (XR) interfaces, emphasizing usability, accessibility, and privacy. He co-directs the HCI seminar series in the Michigan Interactive and Social Computing (MISC) group and teaches AR/VR courses (SI 559/659). Nebeling has held roles such as UIST 2026 General Co-Chair and CHI 2026 Subcommittee Co-Chair. He pioneered the Extended Reality for Everybody Coursera specialization and the XR MOOC series . His work includes projects like XRDirector , MRAT , and 360proto , addressing challenges in XR design and tool development. Awards include the Disney Research Faculty Award, Mozilla Research Award, and Epic MegaGrant. He advises the student-led Alternate Reality Initiative (ARI) and collaborates with industry partners like Meta, Epic, and Disney. Education: PhD in Computer Science from ETH Zurich (2015), Postdoc at Carnegie Mellon University's Human-Computer Interaction Institute (2016). Research Themes: XR toolkits, privacy/security in AR/VR, inclusive design, educational applications, and ethical considerations in mixed reality. Over 90 publications in venues like CHI, UIST, and ACM Transactions on CHI. Awards: Disney Research Faculty Award (2018), Mozilla Research Award (2018), Epic MegaGrant (2019), Meta Reality Labs Gift (2020). Recognized with Best Paper Awards at CHI and UIST.

Benjamin Mako Hillمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Peer Production
• Online Communities
• Collective Action
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Mako Hill is an Associate Professor in the University of Washington Department of Communication and an Adjunct Associate Professor in Human-Centered Design & Engineering , the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering , and the Information School at UW. He is a Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University and a Fellow at the Center for Information Technology Policy at Princeton University during the 2023–2024 academic year. Educational Background : PhD in an interdepartmental program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) , involving the MIT Sloan School of Management and the MIT Media Lab , advised by Eric von Hippel, Yochai Benkler, Tom Malone, and Mitch Resnick. MS in Media Arts and Sciences from MIT. B.A. in Technological and Legal History from Hampshire College . Research Interests span peer production, online communities, collective action, cooperation, learning, and computer-mediated communication. His work explores how communication and information technologies shape social outcomes in collaborative environments like Wikipedia and Linux, focusing on governance, moderation, anonymity, and educational platforms such as Scratch. Article Trends : His publications analyze peer production dynamics, privacy in open collaboration, and computational thinking in youth. Topics include underproduction in open source software, algorithmic fairness, taboo knowledge production, and legitimate peripheral participation in online communities. Methodologies combine big data, quasi-experimental, and comparative analyses. Scientific Awards : Dordick Award for Best Dissertation (2013). CHI '22 Best Paper Honorable Mention (2022). CSCW '18 Best Paper Honorable Mention (2018). CHI '17 Best Paper Honorable Mention (2017). CSCW '13 Best Paper Award (2013). CHI '11 Best Paper Honorable Mention (2011). Advising and Grants : He co-founded the Community Data Science Collective and collaborates with researchers like Aaron Shaw. Grants include multiple National Science Foundation awards for studies on digital knowledge commons, anonymous participation, and collaborative success, as well as a Sloan Foundation grant for modeling underproduction in peer production. Labs and Teams : He leads the Community Data Science Collective , an interdisciplinary research group studying online communities, and contributes to open-source projects like Debian and Ubuntu . He actively edits Wikimedia projects and participates in the Cascadia Wikimedians User Group .

Michael R. Doveمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Anthropology
• Climate Change Anthropology
• Human Ecology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michael R. Dove is the Margaret K. Musser Professor of Social Ecology and Professor of Anthropology at Yale University, where he also serves as Curator of Anthropology at the Peabody Museum and Co-Coordinator of the Combined YSE/Anthropology Doctoral Program. With over forty years of research experience, his work focuses on environmental anthropology, particularly the environmental relations of local communities in South and Southeast Asia. Dove earned his B.A. from Northwestern University and his M.A. and Ph.D. from Stanford University. His academic journey has spanned decades of field research in Asia, including more than a dozen years conducting long-term studies on human ecology in Borneo and Java, developing government research capacity in Indonesia, and advising the Pakistan Forest Service on social forestry policies. Professor Dove's research interests encompass the anthropology of climate change, cultural and political aspects of natural hazards and disasters, indigenous environmental knowledge and practice, environmental institutions and movements, history of environment-related sciences, and multispecies ethnography. His work often examines how local environmental systems interact with national and global markets, politics, and ideologies, with a focus on problematizing orthodox approaches to conservation and development. He has made significant contributions to understanding human-environment relations through both theoretical frameworks and practical applications. Dove's recent scholarly output demonstrates a progression toward more integrated approaches to environmental challenges, blending historical perspectives with contemporary issues. His publications increasingly focus on the intersections of climate change, social justice, and indigenous knowledge systems, while maintaining his longstanding interest in Southeast Asian environmental relations. The work shows a growing emphasis on post-humanist approaches and multispecies ethnography, reflecting broader trends in environmental anthropology while maintaining his distinctive focus on political ecology and institutional analysis. As an educator, Professor Dove has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students, many of whom have gone on to win research awards and secure prestigious positions. He organizes separate research labs for doctoral students from Yale School of the Environment and other departments, as well as for joint YSE/Anthropology doctoral students. His advisees typically conduct international research and have excellent records of obtaining research support both within and beyond Yale. The Dove Lab at Yale School of the Environment serves as a hub for environmental anthropology research, focusing on topics including natural resource management, property rights, power struggles, household energy transitions, and human-wildlife interactions. The lab fosters a collaborative environment with 30-50 students working on related issues each year, characterized by supportive peer dynamics rather than competition. It also contributes to policy and social change through its research and the work of its alumni.

• Speech-Language Pathology
• Pediatric Speech Sound Disorders
• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jennifer C. Dalton serves as Associate Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders within Appalachian State University's Beaver College of Health Sciences. With over 15 years of higher education experience, she provides strategic leadership in curriculum development, program assessment, and student success initiatives across the undergraduate program. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Speech and Hearing Sciences, UNC Chapel Hill (2012) M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Appalachian State University (1999) M.B.A., Appalachian State University B.S. in Speech Pathology and Audiology, Kent State University (1997) Dr. Dalton's research bridges clinical practice and educational innovation, focusing on pediatric speech disorders while advancing scholarship in teaching methodologies. Her work examines how experiential education builds graduate competencies and how employment prospects influence student retention, reflecting her commitment to evidence-based program development. Recent publications demonstrate consistent output in higher education scholarship, with three peer-reviewed articles published between 2023-2024 addressing pandemic-era pedagogy, graduate training, and student retention analytics. These works highlight her dual expertise in clinical communication sciences and educational leadership. Her academic recognition includes: 2021 Beaver College of Health Sciences Outstanding Teaching Award 2023 UNC System Academic Affairs Faculty Fellowship Dr. Dalton actively secures program development grants that enhance student learning outcomes through innovative curriculum design. As program director, she oversees clinical education pathways while maintaining her ASHA clinical certification and Quality Matters online teaching credentials. Her leadership emphasizes inclusive education practices that prepare diverse learners for professional success in dynamic healthcare environments. Though not leading a named laboratory, Dr. Dalton is central to departmental research through her scholarship of teaching and learning, influencing clinical education standards across the discipline.

Frances Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Psychology
• Social Psychology
• Neuroendocrinology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Frances Chen is a Professor and Area Coordinator in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia (UBC), located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam People. She holds a PhD from Stanford University (2009). Her research integrates health psychology, social psychology, and neuroendocrinology to explore how social experiences influence mental and physical health. Key areas include the physiological impacts of loneliness, social support, and hormonal changes during puberty on adolescent development. Education: PhD, Psychology, Stanford University, 2009 Research Focus: Dr. Chen investigates how social interactions 'get under the skin' through studies on loneliness, stress, conflict negotiation, and hormonal mechanisms. Her work emphasizes interventions to enhance social connection and reduce health disparities. Recent Article Trends: Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, including genetic influences on depression, effects of near-infrared lighting on cognition, and longitudinal studies on adolescent hormonal contraceptive use. Her work bridges basic science and applied health outcomes. Awards & Grants: Michael Smith Health Research BC C2 Award (2022) Killam Faculty Research Fellowship (2019) Teaching & Learning Enhancement Fund Grant (2025) SSHRC Prosociality Project Funding (2023) Lab & Mentorship: Director of the Social Health Lab, she mentors graduate and undergraduate students, prioritizing equity and inclusion. Recent lab achievements include studies on teen health development and interventions to improve student success in psychology programs. Lab Initiatives: UBC Teen Health and Development Study (longitudinal hormonal/mental health tracking) NIR lighting health impact research (collaborative interdisciplinary project) Prosociality 'in the Wild' SSHRC project

Andrea R. Englishمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Philosophy of Education
• Educational Theory
• Anti-Oppressive Pedagogy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrea R. English is a Senior Lecturer in Philosophy of Education at the Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh. She holds significant academic leadership roles, including President-Elect of the John Dewey Society and Editor-in-Chief of IMPACT: Philosophical Perspectives on Education Policy . Her research focuses on productive struggle in learning, dialogic pedagogy, and decolonizing education. She earned her doctorate from Humboldt University Berlin and has taught globally, including at Mount Saint Vincent University and Humboldt University Berlin. Dr. English leads the Productive Struggle Lab and the Listening Study Group, emphasizing anti-oppressive and democratic educational approaches. She coordinates teacher education initiatives and supervises PhD students exploring critical thinking, inclusive education, and decolonization. Her work bridges philosophy and practice, addressing how teachers foster student resilience through pedagogical listening, particularly in STEM education. She actively contributes to Scotland’s anti-racist curriculum project and collaborates internationally on transformative learning and ethical teaching practices. Dr. English’s teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including courses on critical thinking, inclusive pedagogy, and John Dewey’s educational philosophy. Her funded research explores AI tools for identifying student struggle and the role of negativity in transformative learning. She frequently presents at global conferences, advocating for dialogic teaching and moral education reform.

Maud Borieمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Environmental Governance
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maud Borie is a Senior Lecturer in Environment, Science & Society at King’s College London’s Department of Geography, within the School of Global Affairs. Her work bridges Human Geography and Science and Technology Studies (STS), focusing on biodiversity governance, environmental policy, and green finance. She holds a PhD from the University of East Anglia and has held visiting fellowships at Harvard Kennedy School. Borie’s research explores the politics of environmental knowledge and its societal implications, including nature-based solutions and green finance mechanisms. She has contributed to global initiatives like the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) and co-founded the Mediterranean Alliance for Wetlands. Her recent projects include analyzing green finance’s reliance on scientific legitimacy and mapping resilience strategies in cities. She teaches courses on environmental policy, qualitative methods, and geographies of financialization. Borie has been awarded grants for interdisciplinary projects such as ‘deep listening with machines for equitable environmental futures’ and ‘forestscapes’ immersive soundscapes. Her research outputs span over 18 peer-reviewed articles, with topics ranging from climate change framing to urban resilience in the Global South. Awards: Planetary-scale interpretation (2023), Rethinking environmental policy (2022), Forestscapes collaboration (2023) Grants: Creative Collaboration Seed Fund (2023), EU/PEARL disaster resilience projects Labs/Teams: KingsCAT (Social Media Research), Political Ecology, Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services (PEBES) group

Kin Wai Michael Siuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Design
• Inclusive Design
• Participatory Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kin Wai Michael Siu is the Eric C. Yim Professor in Inclusive Design and Chair Professor of Public Design at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) . He founded the Public Design Lab and directs two joint research centers: the PolyU-HIT Inclusive Environment Center and the PolyU-WUT Ship/Marine Aesthetic Design Lab . His roles include PhD/postdoc supervision, coordination of design research methods, and extensive editorial/advisory board memberships. PhD, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University PhD, University of Bath MSc, City University of Hong Kong MA, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University MEd, The University of Hong Kong BA(Hons), Loughborough University of Technology A leading figure in inclusive design, Siu integrates Vygotsky's ZPD and Bruner's scaffolding theory into his 'Scaffolding Innovation' framework. His work balances creative design with technological application, focusing on inclusive public spaces (playgrounds, country parks, recycling facilities) and pandemic prevention strategies (e.g., COVID-19/NID mitigation through design ). Recent projects explore AI-enhanced recycling , bioinspired wearables , and cultural heritage semiotics . His publications span design education , participatory design , and cross-cultural heritage preservation , with a fingerprint highlighting 'Public Design', 'Inclusive Design', 'Visually Impaired', 'Cultural Semantics', and 'Spatial Practice'. Key collaborators include researchers from Hong Kong, China, and international institutions. Scientific Awards : 2024 G Cross Award for Excellent Guidance (Instructor) 2024 Hong Kong Contemporary Design Awards for Exceptional Advisor Multiple international design/invention awards (over 100 total) 2008 Romanian Ministry Invention Awards for Rapid Demountable Platform (RDP) Awarded over 50 patents, Siu has secured numerous external grants for public design innovations. His Public Design Lab collaborates with institutions like Tsinghua University, MIT, and Cambridge, while his editorial roles span design, engineering, and education journals.

Sandy J. Wayneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Leadership
• Organizational Behavior
• Diversity and Inclusion
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sandy J. Wayne serves as Dean of the College of Business Administration and Professor of Management at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), where she leads academic initiatives while maintaining an active research program. An internationally recognized expert in workplace leadership, her work focuses on developing high-performing employees through effective team leadership and organizational practices that enhance motivation and performance. She also investigates systemic barriers affecting the upward mobility of women and people of color in corporate environments. Dr. Wayne earned her academic credentials from: PhD in Management, Texas A&M University MBA, Illinois State University BS in Business Administration, Illinois State University Her research program spans leadership dynamics, organizational behavior, and diversity science. She examines how manager-employee relationships impact engagement and performance, with particular emphasis on work-family balance and career trajectory barriers for underrepresented groups. Her work bridges theoretical rigor with practical applications for organizations seeking to build inclusive, high-performance cultures through evidence-based leadership development. Analysis of her recent publications (2014-2024) reveals three dominant research streams: leader-member exchange theory (particularly LMX differentiation effects), servant leadership measurement and outcomes, and diversity dynamics in advancement pathways. Her work consistently appears in top-tier journals like Journal of Applied Psychology and Academy of Management Journal , demonstrating methodological sophistication through multi-level analyses and cross-cultural investigations. Dr. Wayne's scientific contributions have earned significant recognition: Decennial Influential Article Award for 2015 publication (2025) University Scholar, University of Illinois System (2020-2023) Faculty Impact Award, UIC Business (2019) Fellow, Academy of Management (2019) Decennial Influential Article Award for 2008 publication (2018) As Director of the Institute for Leadership Excellence and Development since 1996, she has cultivated a robust research ecosystem while leading institutional initiatives like the UIC Business Cohort Program and Business Scholars Program. Her administrative leadership extends to faculty development through her former role as Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs (2014-2022), demonstrating sustained commitment to academic excellence and organizational growth.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Textile User Interfaces
• Soft Robotics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jan Oliver Borchers is a full professor of computer science and head of the Media Computing Group at RWTH Aachen University, where he holds the endowed Chair in Media Informatics and Human-Computer Interaction (Computer Science 10). He established his research group in 2003 and pioneered modern HCI academic research and teaching in Germany, becoming a leading lab in terms of archival publications at CHI, the top international conference in HCI. Before joining RWTH, he held faculty positions at Stanford University and ETH Zurich. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction with particular interest in new user interfaces for soft robotics, textile user interfaces, 3D printing and personal fabrication, augmented reality, wearable and tangible computing, interfaces for software development, deceptive patterns, and interactive guides and exhibits. He opened Germany's first Fab Lab in 2009 and has been instrumental in advancing digital fabrication and maker culture in academia. His work bridges theoretical HCI research with practical applications, as evidenced by his consulting for major companies including AirBus, Apple, ARD, Bayer, Children's Museum Boston, Daimler, Handelsblatt, OTIS, Scout24, TEDx, and Deutsche Telekom. His recent publications show a strong focus on deceptive patterns in UI design, textile interfaces, and the intersection of AI with human interaction. The research demonstrates consistent innovation in tactile interaction techniques, with numerous honorable mentions at top conferences like CHI. His lab has produced significant contributions to eyes-free interaction, textile computing, and the ethical implications of dark patterns, particularly regarding children's experiences with deceptive designs. IDC 2025 Best Work in Progress for research on children's assessment of deceptive designs CHI'25 Student Games Competition Winner for The Deceptive Dungeon RWTH-Wissenschaftsnacht 2024 Best Science Slam for Usability: 4 Prinzipien guter User Interfaces Multiple CHI Honorable Mentions spanning from 2008-2021 Best Note and Best Demo awards at ITS and UIST conferences Borchers has served in numerous leadership roles including heading the Computer Science Department's Examination Board (2015-2025), coordinating the department's public relations since 2010, and organizing the weekly Faculty Lunch since 2003. He is an active member of the ACM, SIGCHI, SIGCHI Germany, and GI, and introduced the Interactivity format to the CHI conference in 2005. His PhD thesis, A Pattern Approach to Interaction Design, became the first book to bring design patterns to HCI. The Media Computing Group under his leadership has developed significant expertise in physical computing, textile interfaces, and fabrication technologies, with a strong emphasis on both theoretical contributions and practical applications. His lab continues to push boundaries in interactive technologies while maintaining a strong ethical stance on user experience, particularly regarding deceptive design patterns.

Jay David Bolterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Augmented Reality
• Digital Culture
• History of Media
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jay David Bolter holds the Wesley Chair of New Media and serves as Professor and Director of Computational Media at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he is affiliated with the School of Literature, Media, and Communication within the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts. A foundational figure in digital media studies, he is renowned for his influential theoretical works and practical contributions to new media forms. His research spans Augmented Reality , Virtual Reality , Digital Culture , and the History of Media , with particular emphasis on remediation theory (developed with Richard Grusin) and the evolution of digital writing. As an active member of the Augmented Environments Lab, Bolter creates narrative-driven AR applications for cultural heritage sites and educational contexts, blending theoretical rigor with experimental design. His work consistently examines how new media technologies reshape human perception and cultural practices. Recent publications reveal a concentrated exploration of reality media (AR/VR) as narrative spaces, with articles addressing biofeedback integration in VR fitness, agency-driven interactive storytelling, and theoretical frameworks for understanding immersive experiences. His scholarship bridges historical media analysis with cutting-edge technical implementation, demonstrating how remediation processes continue to evolve in mixed reality environments. This trajectory reflects his lifelong investigation into the interplay between technological capabilities and human expression. Bolter maintains significant collaborative partnerships, including co-authoring seminal texts like Remediation and developing the Storyspace hypertext system with Michael Joyce. His leadership in the Augmented Environments Lab drives interdisciplinary projects that merge humanities perspectives with technological innovation, particularly in creating culturally resonant AR experiences. Teaching responsibilities include advanced courses in mixed reality design, computational media, and digital media theory, shaping the next generation of media scholars and practitioners.

Hazel Rose Markusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Psychology
• Self and Identity
• Social Class and Culture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hazel Rose Markus is the Davis-Brack Professor in the Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University's Department of Psychology within the School of Humanities and Sciences. With a distinguished career spanning decades, she has made significant contributions to cultural psychology and the understanding of how social contexts shape self and behavior. Her work bridges academic research and practical application through her role as Faculty Director of Stanford SPARQ. Markus received her B.A. from California State University at San Diego and her Ph.D. from the University of Michigan in Psychology. Her educational background laid the foundation for her groundbreaking work in cultural psychology. Her research focuses on the role of self in regulating behavior and how the social world shapes the self. She investigates people as culturally-shaped shapers of their cultures, examining how nation or region of origin, gender, social class, race, ethnicity, religion, and occupation shape thought, feeling, and action. Her work spans multiple domains including education, healthcare, workplace environments, and social policy. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on cultural frameworks, particularly examining independence-interdependence cultural models. Her research increasingly addresses social inequality, educational disparities, and systemic bias through empirical studies and intervention development. She has pioneered the Culture Cycle Framework for understanding and changing cultural patterns that perpetuate inequality. Member of the National Academy of Sciences Member of the British Academy Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences American Psychological Association's Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award Donald T. Campbell Award from SPSP APS William James Award for lifetime achievement Markus actively mentors doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars, with current advisees including Leslie Remache, Enna Chen, Ayo Dada, and Efrain Garcia Sanchez. She teaches courses including Graduate Seminar in Social Psychology Research, Intergroup Communication Facilitation, and Mind, Culture, and Society. As Faculty Director of Stanford SPARQ, she leads initiatives that partner with industry leaders to tackle disparities and inspire culture change in criminal justice, economic mobility, education, and health. Her laboratory work focuses on cultural psychology, examining how cultural contexts shape cognition, emotion, and behavior across diverse populations. Through SPARQ, she connects academic research with real-world applications to address societal challenges.

Zaire Dinzey-Floresمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Sociology
• Social Inequality
• Race and Ethnicity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Zaire Dinzey-Flores is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Rutgers University. Her work examines how urban spaces shape community life and inequality through interdisciplinary frameworks in sociology, urban planning, and public policy, often comparing Caribbean and U.S. contexts. Education: PhD, University of Michigan (2005) Her research focuses on housing design, racial and class segregation, and the role of the built environment in perpetuating inequality. She explores topics such as real estate practices in Brooklyn, transatlantic housing policy, and mobile data analysis of racial segregation. Her publications span urban sociology, criminology, and postcolonial studies, highlighting intersections of race, housing, and policy. Recent work includes a 2023 study on Latina/o/x criminologies and a 2021 photographic exploration of American inequality. Scientific Awards: 2014 Robert E. Park Award (American Sociological Association) 2014 Honorable Mention, Frank Bonilla Book Award (Puerto Rican Studies Association) She serves as Vice Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, actively mentoring students and collaborating on interdisciplinary projects related to urban inequality.

Jennifer Katzمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Inclusive Education
• Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Mental Health in K-12
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer Katz serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Special Education (ECPS) at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Education. She joined UBC in July 2016 after previously holding an Associate Professor position in Inclusive Education at the University of Manitoba. Renowned for creating the Three Block Model of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), her framework is now implemented across Canadian school divisions to advance inclusive educational practices. Dr. Katz's research centers on inclusive education K-12 , social and emotional learning (SEL) , and mental health promotion in schools . Her work integrates the Three Block Model of UDL to address diverse student needs while emphasizing indigenous perspectives through extensive collaboration with First Nation elders and communities in Manitoba, Alberta, and Quebec. This intersectional approach reimagines inclusive education through reconciliation frameworks and culturally responsive practices. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on mental health literacy programs for students with developmental disabilities, UDL's impact on academic achievement and teacher efficacy, and the integration of Indigenous knowledge systems. Her research bridges theory and practice through classroom-based interventions, cluster-randomized trials, and transformative learning frameworks that prioritize student well-being and social inclusion. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards were documented in the provided sources. Advising and Grants: While specific graduate students and research grants aren't detailed in the text, Dr. Katz's extensive publication record and community partnerships indicate active research leadership. Her work with school divisions across Canada suggests significant program implementation funding, though grant specifics remain unreported. Labs and Teams: Dr. Katz maintains critical partnerships with First Nation communities, embedding Indigenous knowledge into educational frameworks. Her Three Block Model implementation involves multi-school division collaborations nationwide, creating practitioner-researcher networks focused on inclusive classroom transformation.