جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Zoe Draysonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Philosophy of Mind
• Cognitive Science
• Psychological Explanation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Zoe Drayson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of California, Davis, and serves as the Director of the Cognitive Science Program. She holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Bristol (2011), an M.Sc. in Philosophy of Mental Disorder from King’s College London (2005), and an M.A. in Philosophy from the University of Edinburgh (2000) with First Class Honours. Research Focus: Drayson's work bridges philosophy and the mind-brain sciences, emphasizing the nature of psychological explanation and the relationship between scientific and philosophical approaches to the mind. Her research spans: Representation in cognitive science Perception-action interplay Metaphysics and epistemology of mental states Explanatory virtues in cognitive theories Challenging radical conclusions in cognitive science Recent Publications: Focus on predictive processing, extended cognition, implicit knowledge, and Bayesian modeling. Themes include theoretical integration, philosophical naturalism, and the limits of empirical reductionism. Scientific Awards: Center for Philosophy of Science Visiting Research Fellowship (2015) with $6,000 stipend University of Stirling Impact Fellowship (2013) with £10,000 research grant Arts and Humanities Research Council Doctoral Award (£45,000) (2007) AHRC Masters for Research Preparation Award (£13,000) (2004) Teaching: Drayson teaches courses in philosophy of mind, cognitive science, and evolution of mind at UC Davis, including graduate-level philosophy of psychology and the interdisciplinary Cognitive Science major curriculum.

• Public Health
• eHealth
• mHealth
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Silje C. Wangberg is a Professor of Public Health and serves as Vice Dean for Research Education and Practice for Nursing BSc and further education programs at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Campus Narvik. She is a psychologist with a holistic perspective on health and disease, focusing on supporting individuals in taking the best possible care of themselves to live a good life with optimal physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. Her primary research interests include: eHealth and mHealth applications Health behavior and behavior change Health promotion and prevention Physical activity and smoking cessation Diabetes and heart disease management Social inequality in health Mindfulness, yoga, and meditation Dr. Wangberg's extensive publication record demonstrates consistent focus on digital health interventions, particularly examining how internet and mobile technologies can support health behavior change across various populations. Her recent work shows increasing emphasis on specialized populations including individuals with intellectual disabilities and exploration of emerging technologies like augmented reality in healthcare education. She maintains a strong interest in addressing health inequalities through technological solutions while recognizing the continued importance of human factors in health management. She is an active member of the HEL research group focused on Public Health and Rehabilitation, and participates in the One Health project at Campus Narvik.

• Sport Management
• Event Management
• Sport Facility Strategy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andy Stevens is a Senior Lecturer in Sport Management at the University of Winchester. His career includes roles as a consultant to the Football Association (FA), focusing on five-a-side football and futsal development, including strategies for the FA Futsal League and facility strategies. He has authored numerous reports for the SportBusiness Group and contributed to Sport Business magazine, specializing in venue and event management. His research explores sport industry strategy, management, and performance, with notable work on sport governance and facility development. His publications span academic journals, industry reports, and conference presentations, addressing topics like sport venue optimization, sustainability, and global sport events as soft power tools. He has advised organizations such as the Anschutz Entertainment Group and Disability Sport England (now Activity Alliance), contributing to event calendars including the London Wheelchair Marathon. His work bridges academic research and practical industry challenges, emphasizing adaptability and innovation in sport management.

Esme Cleallمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• British Empire History
• Disability Studies
• Colonialism and Colonial Difference
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Esme Cleall is a Senior Lecturer in the History of the British Empire at the University of Sheffield's School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities. She holds a B.A. and M.A. from the University of Sheffield and a Ph.D. from University College London (UCL). Her research focuses on the politics of colonial difference, particularly intersections of race, gender, disability, and religion in the British Empire. She has held an AHRC Leadership Fellowship and a British Academy Small Grant. Her major works include Colonising Disability (2022) and Missionary Discourses of Difference (2012), analyzing disability in colonial contexts and missionary writings. Current projects explore mental distress in colonial archives and the history of deafness across the British World. She teaches courses on cultural imperialism and empire, and actively engages in decolonizing curricula. Publications span journals like Historical Journal and History Workshop Journal , with key themes including: missionary justice in India, deaf communities in colonial contexts, and disability as a tool of imperial control. She supervises PhD students researching topics from missionary writing to disability and technology. Cleall collaborates with community groups such as Sheffield Voices to produce accessible historical narratives, including films about learning disability history. She also contributed to the 'Indian Heritage in the Peak District' project, highlighting South Asian connections to the region.

David Oliverمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Palliative Care
• End-of-Life Care
• Neurological Disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor David Oliver is an Honorary Professor at the University of Kent’s Tizard Centre, within the School of Social Sciences. He specializes in palliative care for individuals with neurological disorders, particularly motor neurone disease (MND), and intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD). His roles include teaching on end-of-life care courses and supervising PhD students such as Winnie Tsang, Simone Veronese, and Carol Gouveia e Melo. With over 25 years of involvement at the University, Oliver previously held roles as Honorary Senior Lecturer and Honorary Reader. His research focuses on quality of life assessment for IDD individuals with dementia, palliative care in neurodegenerative diseases, and improving care for marginalized populations. Internationally, he chairs the European Association for Palliative Care task force on neurological palliative care and collaborates with institutions in Croatia, Nigeria, and beyond. Key achievements include co-authoring NICE guidelines on MND, editing major palliative care textbooks, and receiving awards like the Humanitarian Prize from the International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations. His work spans clinical practice (retired from full-time hospice work), academic leadership, and global advocacy for equitable end-of-life care.

Malin Brobergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Psychology
• Disability Studies
• Family Welfare Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Malin Broberg is a Professor in Psychology and the current Vice-Chancellor (since 2023) and President of the University of Gothenburg. She was previously Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the same institution. Educated at Umeå University, she is a licensed psychologist with a clinical background in child and youth habilitation. Her research focuses on: Welfare systems for families with disabled children Stress coping mechanisms Neurodevelopmental impacts of brain damage in children Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Parental well-being and resilience Recent publications (2024-2023) highlight her work in neuropsychology, health-promoting learning environments, and AAC interventions for children with profound disabilities. She has collaborated with researchers in Sweden and the USA, and her work appears in journals like Child Neuropsychology and Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology . Malin Broberg has supervised doctoral and Master’s theses in developmental psychology and disability research. She has also served as General Secretary of the International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IASSIDD).

Stuart Carrollمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Teacher Education
• Inclusive Education
• Special Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stuart Carroll is an Associate Professor of Elementary Education and Co-Chair of the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education at The College of New Jersey's School of Education. He also serves as Faculty Director of Global Graduate Programs, demonstrating his commitment to international education experiences. Dr. Carroll earned his Ph.D. in Teaching and Curriculum from Syracuse University (1999), an MEd in Teaching ESL from Trenton State College (1995), a Bed in Elementary Education from the University of Manitoba (1987), a J.D. from the University of Manitoba (1983), and a B.A. in History from the University of Manitoba (1981). Carroll's research focuses on inclusive education, particularly for students with intellectual disabilities, teacher preparation programs, global education experiences, and ESL teaching methods. His work examines how preservice teachers develop through experiences with diverse learners, especially those with disabilities, and how these experiences shape their professional identities. He has extensively studied the impact of inclusive classroom experiences on teacher development and has developed innovative approaches to teacher education that emphasize compassion and care, particularly in the post-pandemic educational landscape. His recent publications show a clear trajectory toward examining teacher preparation in challenging contexts, including the Ukrainian refugee crisis and pandemic recovery. His work consistently emphasizes the importance of inclusive practices, compassionate teaching, and global perspectives in teacher education. Dr. Carroll has received numerous honors including The College of New Jersey School of Education's Teacher of the Year (2015) and the Northeastern Association of Graduate Schools Graduate Teaching Award (2007). The College of New Jersey School of Education's Teacher of the Year (2015) Northeastern Association of Graduate Schools Graduate Teaching Award (2007) Dissertation award, Syracuse University (1999) Berj Harootunian Award for Outstanding Dissertation Proposal (1997) Carroll has coordinated the MAT Program (2002-2008) and the Global Student Teaching Program (2001-2007), demonstrating his leadership in teacher preparation. He has secured significant grant funding including a $96,000 grant from the Developmental Disabilities Council of the State of New Jersey (2008-2009) and participation in a federal TPSID grant with Bergen Community College (2018-2019). His service includes numerous committee memberships related to faculty excellence, certification, departmental awards, and curriculum development. Through his leadership of the Career and Community Studies Program and his extensive research on inclusive education, Carroll has established TCNJ as a leader in inclusive postsecondary education for students with intellectual disabilities. His work bridges theory and practice, creating meaningful opportunities for preservice teachers to learn alongside peers with disabilities.

Bernie Grummellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Justice in Education
• Adult Literacy
• Inclusive Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bernie Grummell is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Education and Adult & Community Education at Maynooth University , part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. They co-direct the Doctorate in Higher and Adult Education Programme, the Structured PhD in Adult & Community Education, and the Centre for Research in Adult Learning and Education. They serve on the Social Science Research Subcommittee and the Athena Swan Committee, and engage actively with policy, community, and civil society organizations. Research Interests: Grummell’s work focuses on social justice, inclusion, and transformation across education and society. Current projects include the TUTOR teachers academies (Erasmus+), Youthreach staff wellbeing, and transformative community education in Malawi and Zambia. Past research includes adult literacy initiatives for ALOA and policy briefings for SOLAS, ETBI, and NALA. Publications & Projects: Key works include edited volumes on critical adult education research (Brill/Sense, 2020) and Power and Possibility in Adult Education (Brill, 2019). They led the DISCs project on societal challenges in higher education and contributed to EU-funded initiatives like HE4U2 (cultural inclusion) and Unlocking Freedom (disability de-institutionalisation). Policy Contributions: Grummell has authored submissions to Ireland’s National Access Plan, Department of Further and Higher Education strategies, and the Student Grant Scheme (SUSI) review, advocating for equitable access and inclusive education policies. Teaching & Leadership: Their roles include curriculum development for social justice teaching in Irish higher education and guidelines for intercultural learning environments in HE institutions.

Maree Higginsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Social Work
• Human Rights
• Refugee Studies
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Maree Higgins is a Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) , affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the School of Social Work . She serves as the Social Work Honours Program Convenor and is an Associate of the Australian Institute of Human Rights , with links to the Forced Migration Research Network , Kaldor Centre , and Gendered Violence Research Network . Education : Doctor of Philosophy (Social Work), Australian Catholic University (ACU National) Bachelor of Social Work (Hons First Class), UNSW Research Interests : Maree’s work centers on social justice , human rights , and contextualized lived experience , with a focus on refugee and migrant populations , disability studies , aged care , criminal justice reform , and participatory research methods . Her recent publications emphasize lived experience-led knowledge , co-design practices , and trauma-informed approaches . Grants : She has secured funding for projects like Missing Girls: from childhood runaway to criminalised woman (2022–2025; $204,307) and Ethics and community-based participatory research in refugee studies (2019; $5,000). Supervision : Maree supervises PhD candidates in areas such as intellectual disability and support needs , intimate partner violence , and border policy impacts on asylum seekers . Her completions include honors and master’s theses on autonomy in eating disorder treatment , technology-facilitated abuse , and Aboriginal women in maternity care . Professional Engagement : She collaborates with organizations including STARTTS , Foundation House , Black Dog Institute , and Prince of Wales Hospital , while actively participating in Australian Heads of Schools of Social Work , National Field Educational Network , and African Studies Association of Australasia and the Pacific .

Simo Vehmasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disability Studies
• Ethics of Disability
• Philosophy of Disability
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Simo Vehmas is Professor of Special Education at Stockholm University's Department of Special Education. He is currently on research leave for the academic year 2024-2025 at the Paris Institute for Advanced Study, with plans to resume departmental activities from July 2025. His academic work spans theoretical and empirical approaches to disability studies, with particular focus on profound intellectual and multiple disabilities. Professor Vehmas's research interests center on theoretical and ethical issues related to disability, examining the ontological formation as well as the moral and political significance of disability. His work bridges philosophical inquiry with practical educational concerns, particularly regarding persons with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities. Recent publications demonstrate his commitment to exploring the intersection of language, identity, and rights within disability contexts. His scholarship engages deeply with questions of personhood, moral status, and the social construction of disability, while also addressing practical implications for education and policy. Analysis of Vehmas's recent publications reveals a consistent thematic trajectory exploring the philosophical foundations of disability while increasingly incorporating empirical research methods. His work spans multiple disciplines including philosophy, ethics, linguistics, education, and social policy, with particular attention to Swedish disability contexts. The publications demonstrate growing engagement with interdisciplinary approaches to disability studies, moving from purely theoretical frameworks toward more applied research on music therapy, educational interventions, and everyday experiences of people with profound intellectual disabilities. Vehmas has made significant contributions through book publications including 'Narrowed Lives: Meaning, Moral Value, and Profound Intellectual Disability' (2021), 'Vaikeasti kehitysvammaisten arki ja ihmisyys' (2022), and co-editing the 'Routledge Handbook of Disability Studies: Second Edition' (2020). His scholarly output reflects deep engagement with both international disability scholarship and specifically Nordic approaches to disability. While specific grant information is not provided in the available materials, Professor Vehmas's research leave at the Paris Institute for Advanced Study indicates active engagement with international research networks. His collaborative work with researchers like Riitta Mietola suggests participation in research teams focused on profound intellectual disabilities. His publications suggest ongoing work in developing pedagogical interventions and theoretical frameworks for understanding disability experiences.

Karrie A. Shogrenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Self-Determination
• Special Education
• Disability Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karrie A. Shogren is the Ross and Marianna Beach Distinguished Professor at the University of Kansas. Her work focuses on self-determination for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, emphasizing educational outcomes, policy, and inclusive practices. She holds a Ph.D. in Disability and Education from KU, an M.A. in Psychology from the University of Dayton, and a B.S. in Psychology from The Ohio State University (summa cum laude). Her research spans self-determination interventions, special education policy, and the intersection of disability and citizenship. Key areas include improving IEP goal attainment, evaluating technology-delivered interventions, and co-designing inclusive environments with disability communities. She advocates for supported decision-making alternatives to guardianship and has published extensively on measurement tools for self-determination. Dr. Shogren’s awards include the distinguished professorship, recognizing her contributions to advancing equity in education for marginalized groups. She collaborates internationally, adapting interventions across cultural contexts while prioritizing anti-racism and anti-ableism in transition services. Her work intersects with museum accessibility, telehealth mindfulness programs for adolescents with disabilities, and policy reforms to reduce educational segregation. She emphasizes practitioner partnerships, developing teacher coaching models to implement self-determination practices in inclusive classrooms.

• Urban Geography
• Social Inequality
• Spatial Justice
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ilan Wiesel is a Professor in Urban Geography at the University of Melbourne, affiliated with the School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. He holds a PhD from the University of Melbourne and previously worked as a Senior Research Fellow at the City Futures Research Centre, UNSW (2009–2016). His research focuses on social inequality, spatial justice, and urban policy, particularly addressing housing affordability, disability inclusion, and the geographies of elites. Key projects include the ARC-funded 'The Disability Inclusive City' and a DECRA fellowship on Australia's elite neighbourhoods. He has published in journals such as Urban Studies, Housing Studies, and Environment and Planning A, and authored Power, Glamour and Angst: Inside Australia's Elite Neighbourhoods (2018). Recent work emphasizes disability inclusion in urban infrastructure, housing transitions for adults with intellectual disabilities, and the spatial dimensions of loneliness. He has secured grants from ARC, NHMRC, and AHURI, focusing on topics like accessible housing, decision-making support for people with disabilities, and post-welfare care systems. Awards: Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (2014). Grants: ARC Discovery (2018–2022, 2020–2023), DECRA (2015–2018), and AHURI projects on disability housing and urban policy. His research often bridges academia and policy, addressing systemic barriers to inclusion and advocating for equitable urban environments. Current projects explore beach accessibility, post-parental housing transitions, and the Royal Commission's impact on housing for people with disabilities.

Matthew Kohrmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Anthropology
• Gender and Sexuality
• Materiality
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Matthew Kohrman is an Associate Professor of Anthropology at Stanford University, with courtesy appointments in Medicine (Stanford Prevention and Research Center) and as a Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies. He also holds faculty affiliations at the Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center and the Stanford Center on China's Economy and Institutions. His research and writing bring anthropological methods to bear on the interrelationships between health, culture, and politics, with a primary focus on the People's Republic of China. Kohrman engages multiple intellectual terrains including governmentality, gender theory, political economy, critical science studies, narrativity, and embodiment. His work spans two major research trajectories: disability advocacy in China and the biopolitics of cigarette smoking. Kohrman's scholarly output reveals consistent thematic patterns across his career, moving from disability studies to tobacco research while maintaining focus on how embodied human experiences become foundations for state apparatuses. His publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches that bridge medical anthropology, political economy, and critical public health studies, with particular attention to China's unique political and social context. Notable Publications: Bodies of Difference: Experiences of Disability and Institutional Advocacy in the Making of Modern China (2005) Poisonous Pandas: Chinese Cigarette Manufacturing in Critical Historical Perspectives (2018) Kohrman joined Stanford's faculty in 1999 and has established himself as a leading scholar in medical anthropology with a China focus. His work combines ethnographic depth with theoretical innovation, particularly in examining how health-related subjects are constituted through state practices and cultural formations.

Camille Owensمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• African American literature
• American children's literature
• theories of Blackness and indigeneity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Camille Owens is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at McGill University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts. Her research focuses on race, childhood, disability, and archival methodologies, with a particular emphasis on African American literature and Black feminisms. She holds a Ph.D. from Yale University and a B.A. from Harvard University, where she graduated summa cum laude. Owens’ work challenges historical narratives about childhood’s universality by centering Black children’s experiences and contributions. Her book Like Children: Black Prodigy and the Measure of the Human in America (2024) rethinks the intersections of race, developmental schemas, and ableism in 19th-century America. Education Ph.D., M.Phil., M.A., Yale University (African American Studies and American Studies) B.A., summa cum laude, Harvard University (History & Literature and Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies) Awards & Honors Junior Fellow, Harvard Society of Fellows (2020–2023) 1921 Prize in American Literature (2022) Ralph Henry Gabriel Dissertation Prize (2020) Sylvia Ardyn Boone Dissertation Prize (2020) Owens teaches courses on Black studies, Indigenous literatures, disability studies, and archival theory. Her research bridges literary analysis with historical critique, emphasizing marginalized voices in archives and cultural production.

• Easy Language Research
• Plain Language Translation
• Accessible Communication
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Silvana Deilen is a Researcher at the Institute for Translation Studies & Technical Communication within the Faculty of Language and Information Sciences at the University of Hildesheim. She joined the university in 2023 after working as a Research Associate at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz from 2018-2024. Her primary research focus centers on accessible communication, particularly in the areas of Easy Language and Plain Language translation, with special emphasis on cognitive aspects of translation processes and AI-assisted translation technologies. Dr. Deilen earned her B.A. in Multilingual Communication from Cologne University of Applied Sciences (2012-2015), followed by an M.A. in Specialized Translation from the same institution (2015-2018). She completed her doctoral studies (Dr. phil.) in Translation Studies at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (2018-2021) with summa cum laude distinction, supervised by Prof. Dr. Silvia Hansen-Schirra and Prof. Dr. Arne Nagels. Her research interests span multiple interconnected domains within translation and communication accessibility. A significant portion of her work examines the cognitive processing of compound words in Easy Language, utilizing eye-tracking methodologies to investigate how visual segmentation affects reading behavior and cognitive load. She has pioneered research on AI-assisted translation for health communication, particularly focusing on how large language models can support the creation of accessible health information. Her work bridges theoretical translation studies with practical applications in healthcare, government communication, and digital accessibility. Dr. Deilen's publication record reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated integration of technology and accessibility. Her recent work shows strong emphasis on evaluating AI systems like ChatGPT for translation tasks, developing editorial workflows for AI-assisted translation of health information, and investigating cognitive aspects of compound translation. The interdisciplinary nature of her research connects linguistics, cognitive science, health communication, and artificial intelligence, demonstrating how translation studies can address real-world accessibility challenges. 2014 & 2016: PROMOS Scholarships 2018-2021: Doctoral Scholarship from Gutenberg Young Researchers College 2020: Best Student Paper Award at Swiss Conference on Barrier-free Communication 2023: Award for Outstanding Dissertation from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz 2023: Multiple research grants from University of Hildesheim, Wort & Bild Verlag, and Niedersachsen Zukunftsdiskurse 2025: DAAD Postdoctoral Research Grant Dr. Deilen actively collaborates on significant research projects including the KI-GesKom project (AI-Supported Health Communication in Plain Language), which receives funding from the state of Niedersachsen. She works closely with Prof. Dr. Ekaterina Lapshinova-Koltunski, Prof. Dr. Christiane Maaß, and Sergio Hernández Garrido as part of the Research Center for Easy Language. Her work with the Apotheken Umschau demonstrates practical application of research, translating health information into accessible formats for people with communication limitations. Dr. Deilen also contributes to the academic community as a program chair and scientific committee member for international conferences including UCCTS 2025 and Translation in Transition 2024.