Selina Mudavanhu is an Associate Professor at McMaster University’s Department of Communication Studies and Media Arts within the Faculty of Humanities. Her work bridges critical media studies, decolonial theory, and digital storytelling, with a focus on power dynamics in media representation and marginalized voices. PhD in Media Studies, University of Cape Town MA in Communication and Media Studies, University of Zimbabwe BA in English and Portuguese, University of Zimbabwe Mudavanhu’s research examines how mainstream and social media construct race and intersecting identities, analyzing implications for marginalized communities. She emphasizes subaltern agency through digital storytelling and critiques of power structures. Her recent articles address decolonizing media education, social media activism, and media framing in African contexts. Key themes include critical race theory, political discourse, and reclaiming African epistemologies. Scientific awards include grants from the Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program and the Petro-Canada-McMaster Young Innovator Award, supporting her digital storytelling initiatives. She has taught courses on alternative media, social activism, and digital production since 2013.
Sarah Shike serves as an Associate Instructor of Management in the Department of Management and Marketing at Western Illinois University's College of Business and Technology. She is currently completing her Doctor of Business Administration at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte. Education: Doctor of Business Administration (candidate), University of North Carolina, Charlotte M.B.A., Western Illinois University, 2003 B.S. in Plant and Soil Science, Southern Illinois University, 2001 Research Focus: Her work centers on entrepreneurship and family business dynamics, business succession planning, and small business resilience during global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. She investigates academic integrity frameworks, business ethics applications, and the critical relationship between work recovery mechanisms and organizational performance. This research bridges theoretical management principles with practical ethical decision-making in contemporary business environments. Publication Trends: Recent work examines ethical culture's role in institutional loyalty, B Corporation certification impacts on financial controls, and sports management case studies. Publications reveal a consistent trajectory toward pandemic-responsive business strategies and ethical governance models, with increasing emphasis on small business adaptation. Professional Recognition: Late-Stage Doctoral Consortium selection at Southern Management Association (2020) Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society nomination (2020) Mentorship and Industry Engagement: As Centennial Honors College Faculty Mentor, she guides high-achieving students. Her industry leadership includes directing the Western Illinois Entrepreneurship Center and contributing to the Value-Added Sustainable Development Center. Additional experience encompasses ethics consulting, small business ownership, and fourth-generation farming operations. Initiatives: She actively participates in university-affiliated business development programs focused on rural economic growth and sustainable entrepreneurship through the Entrepreneurship Center and Sustainable Development Center.
Jennifer C. Richardson serves as the 150th Anniversary Professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction within Purdue University's College of Education, where she has held progressive academic appointments since 2002, advancing from Assistant Professor to full Professor and currently holding this distinguished endowed position recognizing sustained high-impact contributions to teaching and student development. Her educational background demonstrates deep specialization in educational research and design, with a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from University at Albany/SUNY, complemented by multiple master's degrees including Curriculum Design & Instructional Technology, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, and Educational Administration. Her academic journey reflects interdisciplinary preparation spanning political science, language education, and administrative leadership. Richardson's research centers on the social dimensions of online learning environments, particularly through the Community of Inquiry framework. She investigates social presence dynamics, instructor-student interactions, and evidence-based design strategies that enhance both student learning outcomes and instructional efficiency. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications for instructional designers and online educators, emphasizing the preparation of future learning technologists. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on Community of Inquiry applications across disciplines, with increasing attention to digital repositories for online teaching resources, social learning analytics, and cross-cultural considerations in virtual education. Her scholarship consistently examines how social, cognitive, and teaching presence interact to create effective online learning experiences. AERA SIG Online Teaching and Learning Best Paper Award (2023) Purdue University’s 150th Anniversary Professor designation (2022+) Mildred B. and Charles A. Wedemeyer Award for Distance Education (2022) Purdue University Faculty Scholar (2019-2024) Multiple AECT and OLC awards for research and practice Graduate Faculty Mentor Award recognizing sustained contributions to graduate education As Project Co-Director for significant federally funded initiatives like the FIPSE Comprehensive Program on peer feedback in online discussions, Richardson has secured substantial external funding while mentoring graduate students through research assistantships. Her leadership extends to program development as former Computer Education Program Convener, where she shaped curricula for aspiring instructional designers. The PoRTAL digital repository project exemplifies her team-based approach to creating sustainable resources for online educators across institutional boundaries. Richardson maintains active leadership in professional organizations including AERA, AECT, and the Online Learning Consortium, contributing to the advancement of educational technology scholarship while directing major research initiatives that bridge theory and practice in online learning environments.
Donna Cooper is an Instructor at the College of Liberal Arts and currently serves as Executive Director of Children First. Her work focuses on policy development, education, and healthcare initiatives. Education: M.P.A. (Master of Public Administration) from the University of Pennsylvania, Fels Center of Government M.I.M. (Master of Intercultural Management) from the School for International Training Research and Professional Contributions: Donna has dedicated her career to public policy, particularly in early childhood education, public infrastructure, and poverty alleviation. Her roles as Secretary of Policy and Planning for Pennsylvania and Deputy Mayor of Philadelphia highlight her expertise in designing programs to expand healthcare access (e.g., Cover All Kids) and reform education funding. She currently teaches Non-Profit Management and advises on policy through Children First. Professional Experience: Executive Director, Children First Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress Secretary of Policy and Planning, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (2003–2010) Deputy Mayor of Policy and Planning, City of Philadelphia (1999–2002) Founding Executive Director, Good Schools
Giovanni Peri is the C. Bryan Cameron Distinguished Professor in International Economics at the University of California, Davis , affiliated with the Department of Economics in the College of Letters and Science . He also serves as a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research and as Founding Director of the UC Davis Migration Research Cluster. Education : Ph.D. in Economics (UC Berkeley, 1998), Doctoral Degree in Economics (Bocconi University, 1997), Laurea in Economics and Social Sciences (Bocconi University, 1992) Professor Peri specializes in Labor Economics , Urban and Regional Economics , and International Migration with over 20 years of expertise in analyzing migration impacts on labor markets, productivity, and economic integration. His work spans migration policy, labor market matching, and post-crisis economic adaptation. Recent publications (2023-2025) explore political polarization and migration , refugee integration , low-skilled immigration effects , and automation-labor dynamics , reflecting a consistent focus on empirical migration economics and labor policy analysis. Scientific Awards : Steven M. Sheffrin Award (2012) International Prize in Economic Journalism 'Gozzo d'Agrento' (2011) IZA Research Fellow nomination (2011) Ifo Research Professor (2011) Kiel Institute Fellow nomination (2011) As an instructor in Intermediate Microeconomics and Labor Economics , he also supervises the Honors Thesis Program . His affiliations include NBER, Ifo Institute, and Kiel Institute, supporting cross-institutional migration research.
Dr. Luke Abraham is a Professor (Director of Research) in the University of Cambridge's Department of Chemistry . He serves as Training Theme Leader at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science and leads computational support for the UK Chemistry and Aerosols (UKCA) climate model through the NCAS Computational Modelling Services . Co-developer of UKCA within the Met Office Unified Model framework Key collaborator with University of Leeds , University of Oxford , and Met Office on climate modeling projects Principal investigator for two NERC-funded PhD projects on atmospheric chemistry Research Focus: Specializing in chemistry-climate interactions , Earth-system modeling , and atmospheric composition with 12+ years of experience developing and maintaining coupled atmosphere-ocean-chemistry models. Scientific Contributions: Developed Vision observation simulator for atmospheric studies Featured in Naked Scientists podcast discussing climate modeling Co-author of 5+ Earth System Science publications in 2024-2025 Training Leadership: Created comprehensive UKCA model tutorials , serves as Carpentries Instructor , and has delivered training on virtual machine-based scientific workflows.
Taysha Williams serves as the Managing Director of the Innovation Hub at Texas Tech University Research Park, Director of the Texas Tech Accelerator, and Executive Director of TUNIE (Texas University Network for Innovation and Entrepreneurship). She is also an instructor for Social Entrepreneurship in the Texas Tech Honors College and the NSF I-Corps Program. Supports interdisciplinary startup teams Manages mentor programs with 70+ industry experts Collaborates with philanthropists and sponsors to develop innovation programs Education: Bachelor's in Sociology with Organizational Management certification from University of North Texas Masters in Public Administration from Texas Tech University (2021) Her work focuses on expanding regional innovation culture through initiatives like the Social Innovation Challenge and Industry Advancement Technology Accelerator, with expertise in securing local/state/federal grants. Leadership Roles: South Plains Economic Development District (SPEED) board member Texas Tech Health Sciences Center School of Nursing Advisory Board
Martin Björklund serves as Senior Lecturer in Public Law and University Instructor at the Swedish School of Social Science (SSKH), University of Helsinki, with contact email martin.bjorklund@helsinki.fi and postal address PB 16 (Snellmansgatan 12), 00014 Finland. His research concentrates on Public Law with specialized expertise in Climate Law, Environmental Law, and European Union Law, examining legal frameworks for climate policy implementation and cross-border regulatory mechanisms. This includes analysis of domestic climate litigation, EU carbon border adjustments, and legislative strengthening strategies. Recent publications (2020-2025) reveal a focused trajectory on climate governance, featuring Finnish climate case studies, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms (CBAM), and climate law reform. His work consistently addresses the intersection of environmental policy, judicial enforcement, and economic impacts within Nordic and EU contexts, emphasizing practical implementation challenges. Scientific Awards: None documented in available sources. Grant Activities: Principal Investigator for two significant 2020 research projects: Hiilitullijärjestelmän vaikutukset Suomen talouteen (Economic Impact of Carbon Tax Systems on Finland) and UUSILMA: UUdet ilmastoSääntelyn keinot ja ILMAstolain vahvistaminen (New Means for Climate Regulation and Climate Act Strengthening), involving multi-institutional collaboration with researchers including Kokko, Mehling, and Hyytiäinen. These projects generated commissioned reports and policy recommendations for the Finnish Government.
Jan Lee Santos is an Adjunct Professor at Campbell University serving as program advisor for Healthcare Management, with additional adjunct appointments at UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health (instructor for PUBH 721), UNC School of Medicine (Family Medicine), and Wake Technical Community College (Life Sciences). He concurrently serves as Associate Director of Training and Clinical Services for Piedmont Health Services and PACE SeniorCare Centers. His educational credentials include: Doctor of Medicine from Ross University School of Medicine Master in Healthcare Administration from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Master in Microbiology from Indiana University Bloomington Dr. Santos specializes in public health systems and community health interventions, with demonstrated expertise in pandemic response through his leadership of PHS's COVID-19 testing and vaccination initiatives for marginalized communities. His work integrates healthcare administration, infectious disease control, and medical education through partnerships with UNC Global Health, community organizations, and state health agencies. His professional recognition includes: 2021 Professor of the Year and Dean's Teaching Award at Campbell University 2020 Piedmont Health Services Star Award 2019 Adjunct Instructor of the Year award 2019 Wake Tech Excellence in Teaching Award He mentors diverse health profession students while developing clinical training programs and quality improvement initiatives across Piedmont Health Services' care teams. His current leadership in community vaccination efforts demonstrates commitment to health equity through operational partnerships with the Greater Baptist State Convention, Hispanic Liaison organizations, and rural health authorities.
Tarkeshwar Singh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at The Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the College of Health and Human Development. He directs the Sensorimotor Neuroscience Laboratory and is associated with the Penn State Huck Life Sciences Institute and Penn State Neuroscience Institute. Education: PhD in Kinesiology (2008–2012), Penn State University MS in Exercise Science (2005–2007), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore B. Tech in Chemical Engineering (1999–2003), Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, India Research Interests: Systems neuroscience approach to sensorimotor integration Eye-hand coordination and limb postural control Neurological disorders, particularly Parkinson’s Disease Robotics, augmented reality, and electrophysiological measures (EEG) Community outreach integration in research Professional Experience: Assistant Professor at University of Georgia (2017–2020) Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Medical University of South Carolina, University of South Carolina, and Cleveland Clinic (2012–2017) Instructor at Republic Polytechnic, Singapore (2007–2008)
Bon Trinh, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of Pathology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. His research program at the intersection of molecular biology, cancer research, and chromatin regulation focuses on understanding how proteins and RNAs act at the chromatin level to control activities of key genes involved in normal myeloid cell maturation, leukemia development, myeloid cell-cancer cell communication in the tumor microenvironment, as well as drug response. Dr. Trinh's educational background includes: B.S. Biotechnology, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam (2002) Ph.D. Biomedical Sciences, University of Texas Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Houston, TX (2011) Postdoctoral Fellow, Systems Biology, Molecular and Cellular Oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (2011-2016) Research Fellow in Medicine, Hematology Oncology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School (2016-2020) Instructor in Medicine, Hematology Oncology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School (2020-2022) At the Trinh Laboratory, experimental and computational approaches are employed to investigate protein-ncRNA coordination in four main research areas: 1) Protein-ncRNA coordination in myeloid cell development and AML, where they study how ncRNAs coordinate with proteins in governing expression of important myeloid genes via chromatin looping; 2) Protein-ncRNA coordination in cancer drug response, focusing on identifying protein-ncRNA candidates responsive to cancer drugs; 3) Protein-ncRNA coordination in the tumor microenvironment, investigating the role of protein-ncRNA hubs in myeloid cell-cancer cell communication; and 4) Therapeutic strategies for "renormalizing" chromatin structure, developing approaches based on protein-ncRNA hubs that regulate gene-activating chromatin loops. Dr. Trinh's publication record demonstrates a clear research trajectory from his early work on ovarian cancer and the DLX4 homeobox gene (2009-2015) to his current focus on myeloid cell biology and leukemia (2021). His work consistently explores the interplay between transcription factors, chromatin regulation, and cellular differentiation, with recent publications emphasizing non-coding RNA regulation in acute myeloid leukemia and myeloid cell differentiation. This progression reflects his laboratory's strategic focus on understanding how biomolecules coordinate in controlling gene expression to identify novel RNA regulators of cancer-associated genes for therapeutic development. The Trinh laboratory employs a combination of experimental and computational approaches to investigate the role of proteins and RNAs via modulation of chromatin architecture in normal and abnormal myelopoiesis, and myeloid cell-tumor cell communication in the tumor microenvironment as well as cancer drug resistance. Their work aims to identify actionable molecular targets and diagnostic biomarkers, and to develop innovative therapeutic strategies for diseases such as cancer.
Angela Carmon serves as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health within Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development. With 24 years of public school teaching experience spanning elementary, middle, and secondary levels as a health and physical educator, she brings extensive practical expertise to her academic role. Education: B.A. in Marketing, Kennesaw State University, 1987 B.S. in Health and Physical Education, Kennesaw State University, 1998 M.A. in Education Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology, University of Phoenix, 2006 Her research focuses on optimizing physical education instruction through digital pedagogy, with particular emphasis on learner-learner interactions in virtual environments. She investigates how social dynamics in online physical education settings impact student engagement and learning outcomes, bridging traditional health education with modern technological applications. Her scholarly work demonstrates consistent attention to practical implementation of online teaching strategies in physical education contexts, as evidenced by her 2022 publication analyzing peer interaction structures in virtual classrooms. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Health at Georgia State University with a concentration in physical education teacher education, Ms. Carmon actively contributes to advancing pedagogical approaches for future health educators.
Joseph O’Brien is a Part-Time Instructor in the School for Professional Studies (SPS) at Clark University, where he has taught undergraduate and graduate courses on public policy and public administration for over a decade. He serves as an instructor and advisor to Clark’s Senior Leadership MPA program. Additionally, he holds a prominent role as Political and Legislative Director of the North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, advocating for pro-worker policies across New England and New York. Education: B.A. in Urban Studies from Fordham University (1991), M.P.A. from Harvard University’s JFK School of Government (2021). Research interests focus on translating policy into actionable social change, with emphasis on labor rights, environmental sustainability, and urban development. His career spans government service (including roles as Massachusetts Congressman Jim McGovern’s District Director), non-profit leadership (founding Executive Director of the Environmental League of Massachusetts Action Fund), and over 40 political campaign advisories at local/state/federal levels. Notable career milestones include contributing to presidential campaigns (Obama), municipal leadership roles (Worcester City Council/Mayor), and EMS paramedic work spanning two decades. He resides in Worcester with his family, actively engaged in community/political life. Advising/Grants: Advisor to Clark’s MPA program; campaign advisor for figures like Lt. Gov. Tim Murray and Congressman Juan Vásquez. Grants experience not explicitly detailed but implied through policy advocacy work. Labs/Teams: Active in union advocacy networks (Carpenters’ Council), environmental policy coalitions, and municipal governance initiatives.
Carlene Alexis-Carey is an Instructor in the Undergraduate Programs Department at the Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing, Nova Southeastern University. Based on the Miami campus, she contributes to nursing education and curriculum development. Her role focuses on teaching and guiding undergraduate nursing students in clinical and theoretical practices. While no specific research interests or publications are detailed in the provided information, her affiliation with the College of Nursing underscores a commitment to advancing nursing education and practice. No awards or grants are listed in the current data.
Khalil Masmoudi is an Instructor of Arabic at the University of Delaware , affiliated with the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures within the College of Arts & Sciences . He holds an M.A. in Arabic Language and Literature from the Université de Sfax, Tunisia. His research interests span Arabic language, modern Arabic literature, and North African studies. Masmoudi has extensive teaching experience, including roles at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA, where he taught Arabic language and culture. At the University of Delaware, he has instructed all levels of Arabic since 2006. He is a key developer of the university's Study Abroad Programs in Tunisia (established in 2008) and Morocco (launched in 2015). In 2012, he served as the Academic Director of the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program in Tunisia. Masmoudi has actively participated in academic workshops and conferences, contributing to language pedagogy and cultural exchange initiatives. His work emphasizes bridging linguistic and cultural understanding across Arabic-speaking regions.
