جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Stephen Yeagerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval Studies
• Manuscript Studies
• Law & Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen Yeager is a Professor in the Department of English at Concordia University, specializing in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of medieval studies, manuscript culture, and digital humanities. His work spans Indigenous studies, media archaeology, and videogame analysis. Research Interests: Medieval studies, law & literature, Indigenous studies, digital culture, media archaeology Teaching: Courses on Tolkien's Old English, the Viking Age, virtual medieval worlds, medieval literature in translation, and videogames as literature Supervision: Accepts graduate students in English (MA), Individualized Programs (MA/MSc), English Literature (PhD), Humanities (PhD), and Individualized Programs (PhD) Yeager's recent publications explore medievalism in digital media, Indigenous perspectives in medieval studies, and critical editions of pre-modern texts. His work redefines traditional medieval scholarship through contemporary frameworks like media ecologies and digital humanities. He engages in public humanities initiatives and critiques colonial legacies in medievalist scholarship. His teaching emphasizes the relevance of medieval literature to modern digital and cultural practices.

Stephanie Menziesمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Play Based Learning
• First Year Student Experience
• Inclusive Educational Practices
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephanie Menzies serves as an Associate Lecturer and First Year Lead within the School of Education and Tertiary Access at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Her academic profile demonstrates strong commitment to educational innovation through roles spanning primary school teaching, SPELD instruction, and Reading Recovery programs. Her institutional affiliations center on teacher development and student transition support. Her research interests form a cohesive focus on enhancing educational experiences through Play Based Learning across all teaching levels, inclusive pedagogical practices inspired by New Zealand's education system, and the critical balance between academic rigor and student wellbeing. Menzies investigates how teachers mitigate student stress while maintaining performance standards, examines social media's dual role in teacher agency and wellbeing, and explores transformative learning through natural environments. Analysis of her publication timeline reveals increasing focus on systemic educational challenges, particularly teacher-student wellbeing dynamics and institutional pressures. Her collaborative work consistently addresses Australian educational contexts while contributing to international discourse on teacher professionalism. Key recurring themes include the tightrope walk between academic agendas and mental health support, and the philosophical framework of 'respect, rights, and responsibilities' derived from human rights principles. AHE Advanced Higher Education Academy Membership Menzies actively supports first-year student transition through coordinated university activities while maintaining strong connections to classroom teaching realities. Her work with the Teachers of Australia social media campaign demonstrates commitment to elevating the teaching profession's public perception. Current research trajectories indicate growing emphasis on sustainable pedagogical models and teacher resilience strategies within high-pressure educational environments. Her laboratory and team affiliations include the Indigenous and Transcultural Research Centre and collaborative projects with the School of Education, featuring regular partnerships with researchers like Alison Willis and Catherine Thiele on multi-institutional studies examining teacher wellbeing and innovative learning environments.

Jessica O’Bryanمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Arts education
• Music education
• Singing pedagogy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Jessica O’Bryan is an Associate Lecturer in Curriculum and Pedagogy at the University of the Sunshine Coast ’s School of Education and Tertiary Access. A trained opera singer turned educator-researcher, she combines decades of performance and secondary-school teaching experience with scholarly investigation into music education, singing pedagogy, and assessment in higher education. Education PhD – University of Queensland MMus – Monash University GradDipEd – University of Melbourne BMus – University of Melbourne Research Interests Jessica’s research centres on arts education , music education , singing pedagogy , and learning cultures . She employs narrative inquiry and qualitative methods to interrogate how teachers’ and students’ identities are shaped within conservatoire and tertiary settings. Recent work explores the interface between classical vocal technique and musical-theatre training, the emotional dimensions of studio teaching, and the use of audio-visual data to capture nuanced pedagogical interactions. Awards & Fellowships Australian Postgraduate Award (3.5-year stipend, 2009–2012) ANATS Travel Award (2008) Dame Mabel Kent Scholarships (1992–1994) Mona McConaughy Award (1993) Dame Nellie Melba Prize – First place (1992) Musicological Society of Australia Travel Award (2011) Teaching & Grant Landscape At UniSC Jessica coordinates and lectures in secondary-arts curriculum units ranging from junior to senior secondary levels, as well as professional-experience orientation and research-communication subjects. While specific grant amounts are not detailed, her sustained competitive funding through university scholarships and national travel awards underpins a vibrant research agenda that feeds directly into curriculum innovation. Creative & Collaborative Labs Although no formal lab title is provided, Jessica’s collaborative networks span the Indigenous and Transcultural Research Centre at UniSC, the Australian National Association of Teachers of Singing (ANATS) , and the International Society for Music Education (ISME) . She continues to perform jazz and classical music, maintaining an embodied connection to the artistic practices she investigates.

Lauren Hardingمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Anthropology
• Socio-Cultural Anthropology
• Settler-Colonial Studies
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Lauren Harding is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), where she is affiliated with the programs in Conservation Science and Practice, Outdoor Recreation Tourism Management, and graduate studies in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies (MNRES, MA NRES, MSc NRES). She is based on the Prince George campus and is actively engaged in teaching, research, and graduate supervision. PhD, University of British Columbia MA, York University BA, University of Alberta Her research lies at the intersection of environmental anthropology, critical tourism studies, and settler-colonial theory, with a regional focus on western and northern Canada. She employs qualitative and ethnographic methods to investigate how conservation, outdoor recreation, and colonial histories shape human relationships with nature and wildlife, particularly in the context of human-bear coexistence and community livelihoods. Her recent publications explore decolonial narratives in tourism and the societal values attributed to wildlife, reflecting a strong commitment to socio-ecological justice and community-centered research. These works indicate consistent engagement with cultural, ethical, and political dimensions of environmental management. Dr. Harding is a recognized expert in her fields and is available for media consultation. She supervises graduate students and requires a research prospectus and writing sample from prospective applicants. ‘This isn't Canada, it’s Home’: Re-claiming Colonized Space through the Host-Guest Relationship (2019) What good is a bear to society? (2014) She is actively involved in graduate education and research mentorship across multiple programs. While no specific grants are listed, her supervisory role suggests involvement in funded research projects. She is also engaged with community and Indigenous relations through her academic work and personal acknowledgment of living and working on Lheidli T’enneh territories. Dr. Harding is a settler-Canadian from Treaty 6 territories (Edmonton, AB) and integrates personal and academic commitments to place, family, and the environment. Her work is supported by field-based qualitative research and contributes to broader conversations on decolonizing conservation and recreation practices in northern landscapes.

• Indigenous Health Education
• Public Health
• Curriculum Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Danielle Manton is a Lecturer and Director of Indigenous Health Education at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Faculty of Health. Her role focuses on curriculum design to embed Indigenous Graduate Attributes into health programs, emphasizing community consultation and collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. She holds a PhD in Indigenous Health (current candidate) alongside degrees in Arts/Communication Management and Education. Research & Projects: Danielle leads and collaborates on initiatives like the Bunya Project (curriculum development), the Grog Survey App (digital health intervention), and the Aboriginal Allied Health Workforce Pathways project. She has secured funding from UTS, NSW Health, and other organizations, totaling over $200K across multiple grants since 2018. Key Contributions: Developed culturally responsive teaching methods and health curricula. Advocated for Indigenous health equity through policy and education. Collaborates with organizations like Baabayn Aboriginal Corporation and First Peoples Disability Network. Teaching & Service: Teaches courses including Indigenous Health and Wellbeing and Health Promotion in Aboriginal Contexts . Served on committees for accreditation (Australian Physiotherapy Council), research governance (UTS Research Committee), and equity initiatives within UTS. Actively peer reviews for journals like Health Sociology Review and Nurse Education Today . Expertise: Indigenous health education, cultural safety, digital health tools, and community-driven research methodologies.

• History of Science
• Philosophy of Science
• Epistemology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Robert Hudson is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Arts and Science, specializing in the history and philosophy of science, epistemology, and theories of reasoning. His current research focuses on the epistemology of scientific research, particularly evidential independence in Jean Perrin's atomic theory, while previous work explores Rudolf Carnap's philosophy, values in reasoning, and Indigenous title. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Western Ontario (UWO). Research interests span philosophy of science, epistemology, and Indigenous jurisprudence. Publications demonstrate sustained engagement with scientific methodology, realism debates, and philosophical analysis of legal concepts related to Indigenous rights. Recent work addresses reproducibility crises and historical scientific proofs. Supervises graduate students in philosophy but specific advisees are not listed. No awards or grants detailed in available records.

• Pacific Peoples Education
• Early Childhood Education
• Comparative and Cross-Cultural Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Eseta Tualaulelei is an Associate Professor in Early Childhood Curriculum and Pedagogy at the University of Southern Queensland's School of Education. She holds qualifications including a PhD (USQ, 2017), LLM (Waikato), and BSocSc (Waikato). Her research focuses on Pacific education, early childhood pedagogy, cross-cultural education, and teacher professional development. Key interests include culturally responsive teaching, equity, and inclusive education systems. Educational Background: PhD in Education, University of Southern Queensland (2017) LLM, University of Waikato BSocSc, University of Waikato Her research explores themes such as refugee and asylum-seeker children's transitions, intercultural education challenges, and leveraging technology for student engagement. Notable projects include co-creating supportive environments for marginalized communities and examining open educational practices. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and actively contributes to professional associations like Early Childhood Australia and ALEA. Prof Tualaulelei supervises doctoral research in areas like Pacific education, teacher training, and digital competencies. Her work emphasizes practical solutions for equity-driven pedagogical approaches. Professional contributions include peer reviews, conference presentations, and leadership in curriculum development. She advocates for culturally safe educational spaces and has published widely on topics like trauma-informed practices and multiliteracy frameworks.

Subarna Sivapalanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainability and Higher Education
• Environmental Education
• Climate Change Education
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Subarna Sivapalan serves as Associate Professor and Head of the School of Education at the University of Nottingham Malaysia, concurrently holding the position of Associate Dean of Research and Knowledge Exchange for the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. With 20 years of experience in Malaysian higher education, she previously directed the Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at a leading STEM-focused private university before joining Nottingham in May 2022. Her educational background includes a PhD in Education from the University of Nottingham, where she contributed to the university's first MOOC on sustainability. This foundational work continues to influence her current research trajectory. Sivapalan's research operates at the critical intersection of sustainability and education, with core expertise in Environmental/Climate Change Education and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). She pioneers approaches integrating sustainability across engineering education, technology-enhanced learning environments, and community-based initiatives—particularly focusing on Indigenous climate adaptation strategies. Her work emphasizes practical implementation through scholarship of teaching and learning frameworks. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2016-2022) reveals a strong interdisciplinary focus on sustainability in higher education, with increasing attention to pandemic-related educational shifts and community climate action. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation strategies across Malaysian and international contexts, often addressing policy development and institutional transformation. Her significant recognition includes: WWF Malaysia's National Eco-Lecturer Award Effective Education Delivery and Academic Leadership Awards Acumen Fellowship (global social change leadership) United Nations University Pro.SPER.Net Leadership Fellowship Sivapalan leads the Sustainability and Transformational Education Research Cluster at Nottingham Malaysia and co-leads the university's interdisciplinary Sustainability Research Cluster. She founded Malaysia's first scholarship of teaching and learning research group and established the inaugural student-led eco-campus initiative that earned WWF Malaysia's Bronze Eco Campus award. Her national influence extends through leadership roles in the National Education for Sustainable Development Association and WWF Malaysia's Eco Schools Programme. She actively cultivates partnerships across academic, governmental, and community sectors to advance sustainability implementation, with particular emphasis on translating research into campus operations and community engagement initiatives that embody Nottingham's sustainability commitments.

• Regional Climate Modeling
• Extreme Event Attribution
• Multi-Hazard Risk Chains
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sihan Li serves as a Senior Lecturer in Climate Science within the Department of Geography at the University of Sheffield's School of Geography and Planning. Her research focuses on high-resolution climate modeling and multi-hazard risk assessment under changing climatic conditions. Education: PhD in Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences from Oregon State University (2017) Research Associate position at University of Oxford Senior Research Associate at University of Oxford for hydrological modeling projects Dr. Li specializes in fine-scale regional climate modeling at convection-permitting scales, with emphasis on multi-hazard risk chains, land-hydrology-climate interactions, and extreme event attribution. Her work integrates machine learning applications for seasonal forecasting and examines climate change impacts on wildfires, glacial systems, and hydrological extremes. Current projects include Deplete and Retreat (Andean Water Towers), Sajag-Nepal (mountain hazard preparedness), ASLIP (Brazilian landslide impacts), and World Weather Attribution initiatives. Scientific Contributions: World Weather Attribution initiative member Sajag-Nepal international partnership lead Multiple high-impact attribution studies on global extreme events Dr. Li actively supervises graduate research and teaches modules including The Science of Environmental Change, Current Issues in Polar and Alpine Science, and Managing Climate Change. Her work bridges climate science with humanitarian applications through partnerships with disaster response organizations.

• Health psychology
• Body image
• Exercise and diet attitudes and behaviours
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alexander Mussap is an Associate Professor at Deakin University in the School of Psychology under the Faculty of Health . He coordinates the Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology) and Honours in Psychology courses. Education: Doctor of Philosophy and Bachelor of Science from Deakin University His research focuses include health psychology , body image , visual and self-perception , gender , and cultural and religious influences . Recent publications highlight trends in trauma , digital behavior , and LGBTQ+ mental health . Scientific Awards : ARC Discovery Grant: Promoting fit bodies, healthy eating and physical activity among Indigenous Australian men (2010-2012) ARC Discovery Grant: Body image instability, disordered eating and muscle dysmorphia (2005-2007) Office for Learning and Teaching Grant: Graduate attributes using collaborative learning (2011-2013) He supervises current doctoral students in topics such as sexual victimization stigma , diagnostic overshadowing , and weight stigma in eating disorders . Past students include researchers in autism , child abuse , and body image in Japanese adolescents . Grants include studies on Indigenous men's health and body image instability.

• adjustment to stressful life events
• virtual mental health interventions
• mood disorders
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah McDonald is a Senior Lecturer and Clinical Psychologist at the University of Technology Sydney's Graduate School of Health, specializing in Clinical Psychology. With over 15 years of experience as a scientist-practitioner, she balances teaching, clinical research trials, and private practice. Her work focuses on developing and implementing virtual mental health interventions for various clinical populations including those with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, neurological conditions, and older adults. Dr. McDonald earned both her Doctor of Clinical Psychology and PhD from the University of Sydney. Her doctoral research examined the role of body image in predicting outcomes for individuals with diabetes and/or amputation. Following her doctorates, she held post-doctoral positions at the University of Sydney, Macquarie University, and University of Technology Sydney, which helped develop her expertise in virtual mental health interventions and clinical trial management. Her research spans multiple areas of psychological health, with a particular focus on adjustment to stressful life events, virtual mental health interventions, and staff wellbeing. She has developed expertise in preventative care, stepped care, and transdiagnostic approaches to mental health treatment. Her current research emphasizes staff wellbeing, self-care, self-regulation, and self-compassion, with plans to develop interventions addressing mental health care needs across various industries. Dr. McDonald's extensive publication record demonstrates a strong focus on internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy, particularly for anxiety disorders and OCD. Her research shows particular interest in treatment efficacy, predictors of outcome, comparing delivery formats (guided vs. self-guided), and understanding barriers to care. Recent work has expanded into staff wellbeing interventions and transdiagnostic approaches to mental health care across chronic conditions. She serves as Course Coordinator for the Graduate Diploma in Psychology and Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced) courses at UTS Online. Her team has received recognition from the Dean of the Faculty for their efforts in promoting Social Justice and Equity through the implementation of the UTS Indigenous Graduate Attribute.

• consumer demand for food products
• technology adoption
• agribusiness marketing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Azhar Uddin serves as a Researcher in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics within Michigan State University's College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Economics from Washington State University and three specialized master's degrees spanning statistics, agricultural economics, and general economics. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Washington State University (2022) MS in Statistics, Washington State University MS in Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of Arizona MS in Economics, Madras School of Economics BA (Hons.) in Economics, University of Delhi Dr. Uddin's research integrates agricultural economics with socioeconomic analysis, focusing on consumer food demand patterns, technology adoption barriers, and agribusiness marketing dynamics. His applied work extends to health economics, gender disparity measurement, intergenerational mobility studies, and cultural norm influences on economic behavior. Current investigations examine how interface design interventions on online food ordering platforms shape consumer choices and demand elasticity. His publication portfolio demonstrates methodological diversity across public health (vaccine acceptance studies), food technology (gene-edited crop evaluations), and regional economic analysis (agricultural industry impacts). Recurring themes include behavioral responses to innovation, socioeconomic equity considerations, and data-driven policy implications for food systems. No scientific awards or honors were documented in source materials. Dr. Uddin has no listed graduate students or formal advising roles. Project descriptions indicate grant-funded research activities, though specific funding sources remain unspecified. His departmental affiliation represents his primary research ecosystem without mention of dedicated laboratories or specialized research teams.

Michael McDanielمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بازنشسته

• Indigenous Higher Education
• Education Policy
• Cultural Heritage Preservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emeritus Professor Michael McDaniel AO is a Wiradjuri elder and distinguished academic leader in Indigenous education. He currently serves as Special Advisor to the Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Priorities) at UTS, previously holding roles as Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement) and Director of the Jumbunna Institute. A veteran of the Australian Defence Force (1980-1986), he holds a BA from Western Sydney University and a PhD from UTS. His leadership has positioned UTS as a global leader in Indigenous higher education, achieving record enrollment and retention rates. He champions initiatives like Australia’s first National First Nations College and the Indigenous Graduate Attribute policy ensuring all UTS graduates engage with Indigenous knowledge systems. Awards include NAIDOC Scholar of the Year (2019) and AO (2021) for contributions to education, reconciliation, and the arts. McDaniel’s service spans federal/state roles including Chair of AIATSIS, NSW Civil & Administrative Tribunal member, Sydney Opera House Trust Chair, and former Bangarra Dance Theatre Board Chair. His research integrates Indigenous knowledge with modern educational frameworks.

• Transboundary Fisheries Management
• Marine Resource Equity
• Fisheries Governance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bianca Haas is an ANCORS Research Fellow at the University of Wollongong, affiliated with the Faculty of Business and Law and the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS). She holds a PhD from the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies at the University of Tasmania (2017–2021). Her research focuses on equity in transboundary fisheries management, particularly in the Indian and Western Pacific Oceans, with a focus on tuna fisheries, crew labor rights on fishing vessels, and the implementation of the BBNJ Agreement. Her recent work explores distributive equity in catch allocation, observer program welfare policies, and the impacts of climate change on tuna stock distribution. She coordinates courses on ocean policy (SEA 300) and Pacific Fisheries Governance (SEA 934), and supervises a PhD project on sustainable tuna fisheries development in Kenya. Bianca has been active in regional fisheries policy through roles such as the Early Career Research Committee representative and through funded projects like the Graduate Certificate in Fisheries Management for Pacific island managers (2024–2025). Key research themes include the disproportionate burdens faced by small island states in fisheries negotiations, labor rights enforcement gaps, and the integration of climate adaptation into fisheries governance frameworks. Her publications emphasize equitable resource distribution, policy coherence between SDGs, and the role of regional organizations like the WCPFC and IATTC in addressing emerging challenges.

• Race and Ethnic Bias
• Social Psychology
• Psychology of Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Cynthia Willis-Esqueda is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, with a joint appointment in the Institute for Ethnic Studies and affiliation in Latino and Latin American Studies. She has held these roles since 1991, contributing to both the Psychology/Law Program and Social Psychology Program. Her research focuses on race and ethnic bias, particularly against Indigenous populations, examining individual, cultural, and structural levels of bias affecting legal processes, health, and societal outcomes. Education: Ph.D. in Social Psychology from the University of Kansas. Research Interests: Dr. Willis-Esqueda’s work explores motivations and cognitive processes behind racial bias, including internalized stigma, stereotypes, and systemic inequalities. Her lab, the Race and Ethnic Psychology Lab, investigates topics like jury decision-making disparities, legal outcomes for Indigenous communities, and the intersection of immigration status with legal judgments. She emphasizes the impact of bias across legal, health, and cultural systems. Teaching: She teaches graduate courses in social psychology foundations, race/ethnicity psychology, and undergraduate courses on racism and immigration psychology. Her pedagogy integrates theoretical frameworks with contemporary issues in diversity and justice. Service: She chairs the Sarata Diversity Enhancement Committee, advises the Diversity Graduate Minor, and administers the Levine Diversity Research Award. She serves on the Office of Minority Health’s Health Disparities Committee and represents Nebraska in the Midwestern Psychological Association. Previously, she coordinated Native American Studies (1997–2005). Labs/Teams: Directs the Race and Ethnic Psychology Lab, fostering collaborative research on bias mitigation and cultural competency in legal and health systems.