جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Dan Shaoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• cultures of law in China
• legal history
• nationality law
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dan Shao is an Associate Professor and current Department Head (since January 1, 2024) in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, within the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. She holds additional affiliations with the Gender and Women Studies Department, Women & Gender in Global Perspectives Program, Center for East Asian and Pacific Studies, and Department of History. Her educational background includes a PhD in History from the University of California Santa Barbara and an LLM from the College of Law at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Shao's research focuses on the historical roots of contemporary problems concerning boundaries and borders in Chinese society, with special attention to marginalized peoples and places. Her work bridges Asia-based and Europe/U.S.-based studies on social boundaries and legal borders, traversing conventional historical distinctions between 'modern' and 'pre-modern' periods as well as national borders defining China. She examines cultures of law in China, legal history, nationality law, gender studies, medical history of ethics and law, borderland studies, ethnic groups in China, and U.S.-East Asia relationships. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on medical history within political contexts, borderland studies, and legal history, particularly examining how state power interacts with medical practice and border definitions throughout Chinese history. Conrad Humanities Scholar Award (2012-2016) CAS Resident Associate (2013-2014) IPRH Fellowship, UIUC (2011-2012) Beckman Fellowship, Center for Advanced Studies, UIUC (2009-2010) An-Wang postdoctoral fellowship, Fairbank Center for East Asian Research, Harvard University (2003-2004) Chancellor's Call to Action to Address Racism & Social Injustice Research Program grant (2022-2023) Andrew Mellon New Directions Fellowship (2012-2015) Dr. Shao has directed both the Graduate Program (2020-2021) and Undergraduate Program (2017-2020) in EALC and served as a faculty senator (2015-2017). She leads several significant research projects including 'Cross-cultural Understanding of Power Harassment' and 'Yellow Peril Redux: American Cultural Responses to Economic Rise of Japan and China.' Her grant portfolio includes substantial funding from the Chancellor's Call to Action program, Illinois Global Institute, Title VI Grants, and Andrew Mellon New Directions Grants. She mentors numerous graduate students as evidenced by blog posts announcing new graduate students joining her research group and celebrating their achievements. Dr. Shao directs the 'Yellow Peril Redux' research group and has been actively involved in multiple interdisciplinary initiatives including the INTERSECT-Cultures of Law in Global Contexts project and the Center for Advanced Studies Initiative on Cultures of Law in Global Contexts.

Laavanya Kathiraveluمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International migration & mobility
• Labour migrants
• Immigration, citizenship and second generation
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Laavanya Kathiravelu is a Professor at the Department of Sociology and Social Geography, University of Oslo. Previously, she held academic positions at Nanyang Technological University (Singapore) and the Max Planck Institute (Germany). Her research focuses on international migration, labor migrants, nationalism, race and ethnicity, urban diversity , and theorizations of race beyond the 'West' . Education: PhD from Macquarie University (Australia) Research interests span migration theory, racial hierarchies, urban social cohesion, and comparative analyses of Singapore and the Arabian Gulf. Her work examines how migrants navigate citizenship frameworks, xenophobia, and labor exploitation in global cities. Recent publications explore topics like invisible racial privilege in Asia, cross-cultural taboos in Singapore, and migration conceptualizations outside Western paradigms. Her articles highlight intersections of race, labor, and urbanization. Scientific awards include: John Lent Best Paper Award (2023) Fulbright Visiting Research Scholar Award (2022) Princeton University Fung Global Fellowship (2015-2016) JCI Ten Outstanding Young Persons Award (2019) Kathiravelu has advised on global migration frameworks and continues to investigate the socio-political dynamics of migrant communities in urban contexts.

Natalia Escobar Castrillónمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Spatial Justice
• Urban Equity
• Gender and Urban Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Natalia Escobar Castrillón is a licensed architect and Associate Professor of Architecture and Spatial Justice at Carleton University’s Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism. Her work bridges urban equity , spatial justice , and critical conservation through community-engaged design research. PhD in History and Theory of Architecture, Harvard University M.Des, Harvard University M.Arch, University of Seville Her research focuses on dismantling systemic biases in urban design, particularly White settler , patriarchal , and ableist spatial systems , with fieldwork in Canada, Chile, Brazil, and Germany. She employs counter-mapping , ethnography , and participatory design to amplify marginalized voices. Recent articles emphasize anti-racist urban practices , disability-inclusive design , and reparative heritage conservation , reflecting her commitment to transforming academic inquiry into tangible community outcomes like the 255 Donald community garden in Ottawa. 2017 AIA New York Center of Architecture Publications Award (OBL/QUE journal) She has received grants from SSHRC, IADB, OCF, and FAPESP, and previously taught at Harvard University, Boston University, Universidad Católica de Chile, and Universidade de São Paulo. Her Equitable Cities lab advocates for cities that prioritize care work and social interdependence.

Katerina Bezrukovaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Group faultlines and diversity
• Conflict management
• Work-life balance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katerina Bezrukova is an Associate Professor in the Department of Organization and Human Resources at the University at Buffalo School of Management. Her work focuses on group dynamics, diversity training, conflict management, and organizational behavior. She holds a PhD from Moscow State University, alongside BS and MS degrees in Management and Human Resources. Education: PhD in Management (Moscow State University, Russia) BS/MS in Business Administration and Management Consulting (Moscow State University, Russia) Research Interests: Bezrukova explores faultlines in groups, diversity's impact on organizational outcomes, and the interplay between conflict evolution and work-life balance. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in engineering teams and public sector organizations. She emphasizes visual analytics to map team diversity patterns and has pioneered studies on diversity training effectiveness over four decades. Key Trends in Publications: Recent work examines AI's role in group collaboration, military leadership equality, and post-pandemic workplace adaptations. She consistently integrates system dynamics and cross-level analysis to understand conflict and diversity's systemic impacts. Awards & Grants: Best Empirical Paper Award (International Association for Conflict Management, 2014) Winner of 'Dream Meets Reality Challenge' (Human Rights and Technology Conference, 2011) Recipient of multiple Santa Clara University grants (2009-2014) Consulting & Leadership: Advises Fortune 500 firms like Sberbank, NATO peacekeeping missions, and governmental agencies. Her industry engagements include conflict management training for NBA teams and STEM ethics education for engineering students. Labs & Initiatives: Active in the Behavioral Research Lab and Inequality at Work Conference. Collaborates with the National Academies of Science on team science initiatives.

Andrew T. Arroyoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Leadership at Minority-Serving Institutions
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Student Success Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew T. Arroyo, Ed.D., is an Affiliate Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Senior Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University's School of Education. He holds a doctorate in higher education from Regent University and advanced degrees in humanities, New Testament studies, and philosophy. His career spans 11 years at a public HBCU, where he reached associate professor rank with tenure, and includes significant central academic affairs leadership roles in two provost's offices. Dr. Arroyo's research focuses on leadership at minority-serving institutions (MSIs), diversity/equity/inclusion practices, and student success theory. He has secured over $3 million in grants for career pathways initiatives targeting marginalized groups and authored/co-authored over two dozen books and articles on MSI-related topics. His work emphasizes institutional transformation, racial equity, and holistic student support systems. Notable achievements include co-creating the UNCF HBCU Consortium for 21st Century Faculty Development and receiving the W. George Selig doctoral fellowship. His publications explore HBCU student persistence models, familial capital utilization, and challenges faced by non-Black students at HBCUs. Current roles involve overseeing academic affairs strategy and faculty development initiatives across VCU's 13 schools and colleges. Education: Ed.D., Higher Education, Regent University M.A., Humanities (Philosophy), Old Dominion University M.A., New Testament Studies, Regent University B.A., Philosophy, Old Dominion University Awards: W. George Selig Doctoral Fellow (2007–2010) Lilly Endowment-funded UNCF Career Pathways Initiative funding UNCF Career Pathways Initiative Award for HBCU Consortium development His professional trajectory includes department chair roles managing large course enrollments and faculty oversight, alongside community revitalization work in distressed urban areas. Dr. Arroyo's interdisciplinary approach bridges academic research and administrative leadership to advance equitable educational outcomes.

Magdalena Ugarteمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Settler Colonial Studies
• Urban and Regional Planning
• Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Magdalena Ugarte is an Assistant Professor in the School of Urban and Regional Planning at Toronto Metropolitan University, specializing in decolonizing planning frameworks, Indigenous rights, and intercultural governance. She holds a PhD in Community and Regional Planning from the University of British Columbia, alongside BA/MA degrees in Chile and Canada. Her work bridges academic research with community-driven initiatives, particularly with Mapuche partners in Chile and marginalized communities in Canada. Education: BA (Chile), MA in Political Science (Memorial University), PhD in Community and Regional Planning (UBC). Research Interests - Settler colonialism and planning - Indigenous/settler relations - Intercultural planning methodologies - Social justice in urban policy - Legal pluralism and territorial control Awards Dean's Service Award (2023) Barclay Gibbs Jones Dissertation Award (2019) Peter Oberlander Medal (2019) Her teaching centers critical reflection on planning's colonial legacies, with courses like Social Justice in Planning and Advanced Planning Studio II. Ongoing projects include Mapuche-led territorial planning in Chile and anti-Black racism in Canadian planning practices. Collaborations include the Wepu Lafkenche Association (Chile) and the Black Planning Project (Canada), funded by SSHRC and university grants.

Diana D'Amico Pawlewiczمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• History of Education
• Social Policy
• Politics of Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Diana D'Amico Pawlewicz, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Educational Foundations and Research Program at the University of North Dakota (College of Education & Human Development). She serves as Director of the Doctor of Education Degree Program and founded the Initiative for Rural Education, Equity, & Economic Development (I-REEED). Ph.D., New York University Research/Areas of Interest : History of Education and Social Policy Politics of Education School Reform and Education Policy Teacher Unions, Preparation, and Policy Race, Equity, and Social Justice Her research focuses on education as a social good intertwined with community health, economic development, and social justice. She examines how institutions address or perpetuate inequality through historical and interdisciplinary frameworks. Her publications analyze teacher blame, labor dynamics, and policy failures in American education from the Progressive Era to the present. Recent work includes the book Panic at the Schoolhouse! How the Politics of Fear Shaped American Public Education and Polarized the Nation, 1945 to the Present and a co-edited volume on school safety. Her scholarship has appeared in History of Education Quarterly , Harvard Education Review , and national outlets like TIME and Washington Post . Scientific Awards: Chester Fritz Distinguished Faculty Lecture (2020) B.C. Gamble Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching, Research or Creative Activity, and Service (2024) She has received funding from the Spencer Foundation and other organizations. I-REEED, which she directs, produces actionable research for rural educators and communities.

• Racialization and Racism
• Latinx (Im)migration
• Black-Latinx Intergroup Relations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephanie A. Dhuman is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Hamilton College, specializing in racialization, racism, Latinx (im)migration, and ethnoracial disparities. Her interdisciplinary work bridges sexuality, family dynamics, and sociopolitical agency within racialized organizations. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Florida M.A. in Sociology, University of Florida B.A. in Sociology, University of Florida Her research explores the complexities of Latinx racialization in the U.S., focusing on Black-Latinx intergroup relations, identity tensions in Southern suburbia, and systemic inequalities in the foster care system. Recent publications analyze Puerto Rican intragroup dynamics and historical racialization patterns in postwar New York City. Professional Affiliations: American Sociological Association Puerto Rican Studies Association Society for Social Work and Research Southern Sociological Society

Angela J. Davisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure
• Prosecutorial Ethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Angela J. Davis , Distinguished Professor of Law at American University Washington College of Law, is a leading expert in criminal law and procedure. Her work critically examines prosecutorial power, racial disparities in the justice system, and ethical frameworks for legal practitioners. Education: B.A. from Howard University (1978), J.D. from Harvard Law School (1981) Her research focuses on: Prosecutorial ethics and accountability Racial justice in criminal justice systems Criminal defense strategies Mass incarceration and policy reform Recent publications highlight trends in prosecutorial discretion, progressive criminal justice movements, and systemic racism in policing and prosecution. Articles often intersect with legal ethics, social justice advocacy, and judicial reform. Scientific awards include: Pauline Ruyle Moore Award (2000, 2009) Soros Senior Justice Fellowship (2003) American University Scholar/Teacher of the Year (2015) D.C. Bar Thurgood Marshall Award (2018) ABA Raeder-Taslitz Award (2016) Davis teaches core courses in Criminal Law , Criminal Procedure , Criminal Justice Ethics , and Criminal Defense . She actively contributes to national legal organizations like the American Law Institute and Council on Criminal Justice, while serving on advisory boards for justice reform initiatives.

Christopher Fraylingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Studies
• Cultural History
• Cultural Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Sir Christopher Frayling is a distinguished academic and writer specializing in film, cultural history, and art & design education. He holds the title of Professor Emeritus at Lancaster University's Lancaster Institute for the Contemporary Arts (LICA), within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Frayling is also Chancellor of Arts University Bournemouth and a Knight Bachelor (Knighted for Services to Art and Design Education in 2001). His career includes roles as Rector of the Royal College of Art, Trustee of the Victoria and Albert Museum, and Chair of the Royal Mint Advisory Committee. Awarded a knighthood in 2001 for contributions to art and design education Authored over 20 books, including works on Spaghetti Westerns, design, and cultural history Recipient of the Distinguished Professor title at Lancaster University His research focuses on film history, particularly Italian Westerns, cultural studies, and the intersection of art/design with popular culture. Notable publications include Spaghetti Westerns (1981) and Frankenstein: The First Two Hundred Years (2017). Recent work includes analysis of Sergio Leone's films and the Mexican Revolution's cinematic influence Engages in public lectures on art, design, and film futures

Neve Gordonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human Rights Law
• International Humanitarian Law
• Israel-Palestine Conflict
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Neve Gordon is Professor of International Law and Human Rights at Queen Mary University of London's School of Law. He serves as Vice President of the British Society for Middle East Studies and is a board member of the International State Crime Initiative. His research examines human rights frameworks in conflict zones, with particular focus on Israel-Palestine dynamics, mechanisms of state control, and the ethics of violence in international law. Gordon's research centers on human rights paradoxes in subjugation contexts, the legal history of human shielding, and biospatial politics of occupation. His interdisciplinary approach connects international law with political geography and ethics of violence, analyzing how legal categories like 'human shields' reshape warfare ethics. Recent publications demonstrate sustained focus on Gaza conflict dynamics, legal justifications for military actions, and institutional complicity in human rights violations. Trends reveal deepening examination of healthcare targeting, academic repression, and genocide frameworks within occupation contexts. Awards include: Marie Curie Fellowship Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2024) He regularly supervises doctoral candidates and has received research funding including Marie Curie grants. Gordon directs projects on virtual war games and hospital bombings, collaborating with international research networks.

Remi Adekoyaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• African Politics
• Identity Politics
• International Relations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Remi Adekoya serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of York, specializing in identity construction, African politics, and leadership dynamics. His work bridges academic research with high-profile media commentary, having contributed to The Guardian , Foreign Policy , Foreign Affairs , and major broadcast networks including CNN, BBC, and Al Jazeera. His educational background includes: PhD in Politics and International Relations from the University of Sheffield MA in Law from the University of Warsaw A leading scholar on identity-emotion interplay in international relations, Adekoya investigates how material, political, and psychological processes shape 21st-century identity constructions. His research particularly examines Nigerian sub-national identities and African leadership through interdisciplinary lenses connecting economics, history, psychology, and politics. This focus manifests in his books It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth (2023) and Biracial Britain (2021), which challenge conventional race discourse while analyzing African development paradigms. His 15 most recent publications reveal consistent thematic trajectories across African and European contexts, with 60% addressing Nigerian politics and 27% analyzing Polish nationalism. Key methodological threads include discourse analysis of political rhetoric (33%), psychological frameworks for leadership studies (27%), and decolonial approaches to identity politics (20%). His recent work increasingly integrates pandemic impacts on African governance and transnational memory politics. No scientific awards are documented in available records. Professional engagements include: External expert on the UK Home Office Strategic Race Board Host of the podcast How to Become a Leader in Africa Undergraduate instruction in Africa and International Politics, Introduction to International Politics, and What is Politics? PhD supervision in African politics, development, and identity studies Prior to academia, Adekoya worked as political editor of Warsaw Business Journal and columnist for Nigeria's Business Day , establishing his dual expertise in African and Eastern European political landscapes.

David Cloughمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Christian Ethics
• Animal Theology
• Environmental Theology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Clough is a Professor and Chair in Theology and Applied Sciences at the University of Aberdeen. He previously held roles at the University of Chester (2007–2021) and Cranmer Hall, Durham (2000–2007). His education includes an M.A. in Natural Sciences/Theology from Peterhouse, Cambridge (1989), an M.St. in Christian Political Thought from St. Cross College, Oxford (1993), and a Ph.D. in Religious Ethics from Yale University (2000). His research focuses on Christian ethics, animal welfare, environmental theology, and race/class dynamics in theology. Educations: M.A. Natural Sciences/Theology, Peterhouse, Cambridge (1989) M.St. Christian Political Thought, St. Cross College, Oxford (1993) Ph.D. Religious Ethics, Yale University (2000) Clough’s research interests include the ethics of non-human animals, environmental theology, and the critique of systemic whiteness in academic theology. He co-founded CreatureKind and initiated the DefaultVeg campaign to promote animal welfare in Christian contexts. His recent work addresses intersections of race, class, and theology through projects like the AHRC-funded CEFAW initiative. Publications highlight his contributions to animal theology, Barthian ethics, and the theological analysis of contemporary issues such as farmed animal welfare and effective altruism. His work often bridges academic theology with practical ethical frameworks for Christian communities. Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) President, Society for the Study of Theology (2022–2024) Clough advises on clinical ethics via the Countess of Chester Hospital committee and serves on editorial boards such as the Journal of Religious Ethics . His research also explores historical and contemporary theological responses to violence and environmental stewardship. Key projects include the CEFAW initiative, which produced a policy framework for churches on farmed animal welfare, and the Race & Class in UK Religious Studies project, examining systemic exclusion in theological academia.

Jose Pina-Sánchezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminal Justice
• Sentencing Disparities
• Quantitative Criminology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Jose Pina-Sánchez is a Professor of Quantitative Criminology at the University of Leeds, affiliated with the School of Law within the Faculty of Social Sciences. His research focuses on criminal justice decision-making, particularly sentencing disparities, and employs advanced statistical methods to promote transparency and fairness in the justice system. He holds academic leadership roles, including Program Manager of the BSc Criminal Justice and Criminology (Quantitative Pathway) and Co-Director of the Social Research Methods Centre. Pina-Sánchez has collaborated with institutions like the Sentencing Council for England and Wales, the Scottish Sentencing Council, and law enforcement agencies to develop evidence-based policies. Education: BSc in Economics (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid), MA in Political Economics (Université Pierre Mendès France), MSc and PhD in Social Statistics (University of Manchester). Prior roles include a Fellowship at the London School of Economics and consultancy in public policy evaluation. Research interests include methodological rigor in addressing measurement error, longitudinal data analysis, and causal inference. His current projects explore ethnic sentencing disparities, the 'dark figure' of unreported crime, and judicial decision-making patterns. He emphasizes open science practices and critiques positivist methodologies in complex social issues. Teaching: Leads courses on statistical modeling, criminology research methods, and quantitative pathways. Supervises postgraduate researchers and delivers workshops on topics like missing data, multilevel modeling, and expert elicitation techniques. Advising and grants: Oversees advanced quantitative methods training at the White Rose DTP and contributes to interdisciplinary projects funded by the N8 Research Partnership and others. Labs/teams: Active in the Centre for Criminal Justice Studies and directs the Social Research Methods Centre, promoting innovative data-driven approaches to criminal justice challenges.

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
• Discrimination in Healthcare
• Social Determinants of Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rubijayne Cohen is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Australian National University's College of Health and Medicine, affiliated with the National Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Research. Her work focuses on health inequities among Indigenous populations, particularly examining social determinants, discrimination, and environmental factors affecting health outcomes. BA in Science (Biology) BA in Science (Psychology) Her research spans Indigenous health promotion, longitudinal analysis of behavioral patterns, and psychometric validation of discrimination metrics. Key themes include: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health equity Impact of environmental factors on adolescent health behaviors Structural racism and healthcare discrimination Longitudinal modeling of social determinants Prevalence studies in public health Community-driven health promotion strategies Recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate her focus on Poisson regression analysis of Indigenous health disparities, caregiver influences, and environmental stressors. Collaborative projects include grants for tackling Indigenous smoking and wellbeing research, involving multidisciplinary teams across Australia. She has contributed to projects like the Aboriginal Tobacco Scoping Project and Tackling Indigenous Smoking - Regional Grants Impact Assessment , working alongside researchers such as Professor Ray Lovett and Professor Robert Maddox. Her collaborations extend to institutions like the Australian Journal of Rural Health and Health Promotion International.