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Dr Haitao Shi is a Researcher affiliated with the School of Social and Political Science at the University of Edinburgh. His research focuses on criminal justice systems, drug policing in China, and the intersection of technology with crime. He employs advanced research methods including quantitative tools (R, Python, SPSS), qualitative software (Nvivo, MAXQDA), and data visualization techniques (Gephi, QGIS). His current projects include studying Chinese students' experiences at the University of Edinburgh and analyzing rhizomatic networks in online drug trade funded by the Polish Ministry of Science. Haitao's work emphasizes cross-cultural comparisons, particularly in drug trade dynamics across Finnish, Polish, and English-speaking contexts. He explores topics like police professionalization in China, guanxi networks, and quota-driven policing strategies. His methodologies span cloud computing (Azure, AWS), database systems (MySQL), and version control (Git), reflecting a technologically adept approach to criminology research. Notable research themes include the role of marketing in darknet drug trade, generational conflicts in police culture, and community-based drug rehabilitation policies. He collaborates with international teams and utilizes platforms like Microsoft Azure for large-scale data analysis.

• Criminal Justice
• Drug Policing
• Research Methods
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Min Zhou is a Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Asian American Studies at UCLA, and Director of the UCLA Asia Pacific Center. She holds the Walter & Shirley Wang Endowed Chair in U.S.-China Relations and Communications. A member of both the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, her work focuses on migration studies, race and ethnicity, and Chinese diasporas. She previously directed the UCLA Asian American Studies Department (2001-2005) and served as Tan Lark Sye Chair Professor at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (2013-2016). Her research explores transnationalism, immigrant entrepreneurship, ethnic supplementary education, and China’s internal migration dynamics. Notable publications include Chinatown (1992), The Asian American Achievement Paradox (2015), and Contemporary Chinese Diasporas (2017). She has received major awards such as the 2017 ASA Distinguished Career Award and the 2016 Bourdieu Prize for sociology of education. Education: Ph.D., Sociology, State University of New York at Albany Key Grants: Russell Sage Foundation grants (2005-09), Singapore Ministry of Education Tier 2 grant (2016-21) Labs/Teams: Directs the UCLA Asia Pacific Center; collaborates with global scholars on projects like 'Immigration and Integration in the Pacific Rim'

• Migration and development
• Race and ethnicity
• Chinese diaspora studies
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Grace Ji-Sun Kim is a Professor of Theology at Earlham School of Religion , part of Earlham College. With a Ph.D., M.Div., and B.S. from the University of Toronto, she is the author or editor of 25 books, focusing on climate justice , gender justice , and intersectional theology . She co-edits the Palgrave Macmillan Series, 'Asian Christianity in the Diaspora' and contributes to outlets like TIME , The Huffington Post , and Christian Century . Education: Ph.D., University of Toronto M.Div., University of Toronto B.S., University of Toronto Her research explores climate justice (e.g., Earthbound ), whiteness in Christianity (e.g., When God Became White ), and decolonial theological frameworks . Her work bridges Korean diasporic experiences with global interfaith dialogue , emphasizing the Holy Spirit's role in social transformation and environmental healing . She actively engages media, hosting the Madang Podcast and participating in platforms like MSNBC and BBC Radio . Her presentations at institutions such as Georgetown University and AAR highlight her influence in academic and religious communities.

• Theology
• Climate Justice
• Gender Justice
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Prof. Dr. Ulrike Berendt is a University Professor for Practice-Oriented Social Sciences, specializing in Family and Housing, at the University of Duisburg-Essen's Faculty of Social Sciences. She has held this position since the Summer Semester of 2002, following her appointment at Gerhard-Mercator-University Duisburg (which later became the University of Duisburg-Essen). From SS 2008 to WS 2009/10, she served as Vice Dean for Studies and Teaching at the Department of Social Sciences. Her educational background includes studying social sciences, journalism and communication studies, and law at Ruhr University Bochum from 1989-1995, where she graduated with a degree in applied social research with a specialization in sociology. She received her doctorate in Social Sciences (Dr. rer. soc) from Ruhr University Bochum in 1998, supported by a doctoral scholarship from 1995-1997. Berendt's research focuses on family sociology and social change, urban and housing sociology, policy analysis, and governance. Her work examines generational relations, gender equality policy in Europe, welfare state models, urban development, migration in cities, and civil society. She analyzes policy fields, theoretical foundations, policy processes, actor networks, governance theories, and decision-making mechanisms. Her research consistently bridges academic theory with practical social policy applications. Her publication history reveals a strong emphasis on practical social science applications, particularly in housing policy, social welfare, and urban development. The most recent works show increasing focus on gender-sensitive housing solutions, neighborhood stabilization through cross-sectoral cooperation, and adapting urban environments to demographic changes like aging populations. Her research demonstrates consistent engagement with practical policy challenges faced by municipalities and social service providers. Berendt has held significant administrative roles including Chair of the Examination Board for BA Political Science, Equal Opportunities Officer for the Department of Social Sciences, and membership on the Faculty Council, Tuition Fees Steering Group, and Senate Commission for Teaching, Studies and Continuing Education. She has led numerous research projects funded by government ministries, particularly the Ministry for Health, Social Affairs, Women and Family of North Rhine-Westphalia. Her team includes scientific assistants Martin Krybus and Till Behmenburg, along with secretariat support from Stefanie Schuylen-Matuschek. Her work bridges academic research with practical social policy implementation, focusing on real-world social challenges in urban environments.

• Family Sociology
• Housing Policy
• Urban Sociology
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Rauf Ceylan is a full Professor of Contemporary Islamic Studies at the University of Osnabrück's Institute for Islamic Theology since 2009, with a specific appointment confirmed in the 2019/2020 academic year. He is also a member of the Institute for Migration Research and Intercultural Studies (IMIS) since 2011 and serves on the Council for Migration (RfM eV). His academic leadership extends to roles as Deputy Director of the Institute for Islamic Theology and membership in the University Senate since 2014. His educational background includes: Diploma in Social and Cultural Sciences from University of Applied Sciences Dusseldorf (2000) Doctorate in Sociology (Dr. rer. soc.) with magna cum laude from Ruhr University Bochum (2006) Doctorate in Religious Education (Dr. phil.) with summa cum laude from University of Vechta (2014) Ceylan's research focuses on the sociological aspects of Islam in Germany, particularly examining Turkish Muslim communities in the diaspora. His work spans contemporary Islamic studies, mosque dynamics, the role of imams, Islamic organizations, religion and migration, urban development, and religious extremism. He approaches these topics through both religious studies and sociological lenses, creating a distinctive interdisciplinary perspective on Islam in Western societies. His extensive publication record reveals consistent themes across decades of scholarship, with particular emphasis on the institutional development of Islam in Germany, the professionalization of Muslim community organizations, and the challenges of radicalization prevention. His recent work shows increasing focus on the academization of Islamic studies, financial sustainability of Muslim communities, and the experiences of specific religious minorities like Alevi communities within the German context. Ceylan serves on numerous advisory boards including the Scientific Advisory Board of the Federal Agency for Civic Education (since September 2023), and has held leadership positions in organizations like the Avicenna Scholarship Foundation. His expertise is frequently sought for policy consultation with various governmental bodies including the Federal Ministry for Family, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth. He has secured significant third-party funding for research projects, most notably serving as project leader until September 2021 for the consortium project 'Radical Islam versus radical Anti-Islam' funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research with 224,000 euros for the Osnabrück site. His research portfolio includes numerous projects on radicalization processes, Islamic welfare provision, and the structural development of Islamic theology as an academic discipline in Germany. Ceylan is actively involved in mentoring through the Avicenna Scholarship Foundation and serves on the board of the Future Forum Islam at the Federal Agency for Civic Education. His work bridges academia and practical community engagement, particularly through his leadership in establishing counseling centers for Salafism prevention in Hannover.

• Contemporary Islamic Studies
• Sociology of Religion
• Migration Studies
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Prof. Dr. Jos de Kock is a theologian and educator specializing in Practical Theology and Youth Ministry. He is currently Chair of the Department of Practical Theology at ETF Leuven (Evangelische Theologische Faculteit) and will hold a Research Fellow position at Stellenbosch University’s Faculty of Theology starting in 2025. His career spans multiple institutions, including the Protestantse Theologische Universiteit (PThU) and Evangelische Hogeschool Amersfoort. Master of Business Administration (2021–2023), Vlerick Business School PhD (2005), Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen Master in Theology (2003–2008), Universiteit Utrecht University Teaching Qualification (2014) His research focuses on religious identity development among Christian and Muslim youth, catechetics, and the intersection of education and theology. He explores how learning environments, liturgical practices, and digital culture shape faith formation. Recent articles analyze Bible use in schools, children’s participation in worship, and theological reflection in youth ministry. His recent work emphasizes empirical approaches to youth ministry, with a particular interest in normativity, agency, and the role of parents and communities. He has contributed to journals like Journal of Youth and Theology , International Journal of Practical Theology , and Religious Education . De Kock serves on editorial boards for International Journal of Practical Theology , Religions , and Journal of Youth and Theology . He has held leadership roles in organizations such as the International Association for the Study of Youth Ministry (IASYM) and the Religious Education Association.

• Practical Theology
• Youth Ministry
• Religious Education
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Prof. Dr. Hannah Schildberg-Hörisch is a Professor of Economics at the Faculty of Business and Economics, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, specializing in Behavioral Economics and Empirical Economic Research. She serves as Senior Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Research on Collective Goods and leads the Düsseldorf Institute for Competition Economics (DICE). Her research spans self-control, socio-emotional skills, economic preferences, affirmative action, and behavioral interventions, often using experimental methods and longitudinal data. Education: PhD in Economics (University of Munich, 2008), MSc in Economics (University of Mannheim, 2004), Studies in Economics, Political Sciences, and Environmental Science (University of Heidelberg, 2001). Positions: Professor (DICE, HHU Düsseldorf, 2016–present), Senior Research Fellow (Max Planck Institute, 2021–present), Postdoctoral Researcher (University of Bonn, 2009–2016), Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (Berlin, 2008–2009), Research Assistant (University of Munich, 2004–2008). Her research combines behavioral economics, psychology, and public policy, focusing on self-control stability, socio-economic disparities in child development, and the effectiveness of affirmative action. Recent work examines spatial patterns in preference formation, parenting impacts on skills, and behavioral interventions during public health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Key contributions include: Identifying sensitive periods for socio-emotional skill development. Analyzing self-control’s predictive power for life outcomes. Evaluating the interplay between surveillance and behavioral compliance. Investigating fairness perceptions of affirmative action policies.

• Behavioral Economics
• Empirical Economic Research
• Applied Microeconomics
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Mia Hakovirta is a Professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of Turku, Finland. Her work is centered on family policy, child support, lone parenthood, child poverty, and financial social work. She holds a PhD from the University of Turku (2006) and an MA from the University of Tampere (1994). MA, University of Tampere (1994) PhD, University of Turku (2006) Her research focuses on the economic well-being of families after separation, particularly in shared care arrangements, and the impact of child support policies across welfare states. She has led major research projects including EconShared (Academy of Finland), TALSOS (Ministry of Social Affairs), and Children First (NordForsk). Her expertise extends to international comparative studies, with visiting scholar experience at SPRU (UK), Rutgers University, University of Wisconsin–Madison, and RMIT University. Her recent publications explore joint physical custody, child support systems, financial abuse of children, and cross-national comparisons between Finland and the US. These works reveal a strong trend toward analyzing the intersection of legal frameworks, economic support mechanisms, and child well-being in post-separation families. Although no specific scientific awards are listed, her leadership in externally funded research projects highlights her scholarly recognition. She has contributed significantly to policy-relevant research in Nordic and international contexts. Mia Hakovirta advises students and leads research teams focused on family economics and social policy. She has secured grants from the Academy of Finland, NordForsk, and the Finnish Ministry of Social Affairs. Her collaborative network spans multiple countries, reflecting her role in advancing comparative family policy research. She has also contributed to public discourse through blog posts and commentaries on the social impacts of the pandemic on children. She is actively involved in research groups and projects that examine financial social work, child support enforcement, and the economic integration of lone-parent families. Her work bridges academic research and practical social work interventions, particularly in supporting families with children facing economic hardship.

• Family Policy
• Lone Parenthood
• Child Maintenance and Child Support Policy
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Dr. Igor Jakobfi serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Social Doctrine of the Church within the Catholic Faculty of Theology in Đakovo. His academic career spans theology, social ethics, and Catholic social teaching with a focus on practical church engagement in societal issues. He holds a Doctor of Humanities degree from the Catholic Faculty of Theology in Zagreb (2023), Master of Humanities (2009), and Bachelor of Theology (2002). Doctor of Humanities - Catholic Faculty of Theology in Zagreb (2023) Master of Humanities - Catholic Faculty of Theology in Zagreb (2009) Bachelor of Theology - Theology in Đakovo (2002) Dr. Jakobfi's research centers on the Social Doctrine of the Church, particularly examining Church-state relations, migration challenges, lay participation, and social justice applications. His work bridges theological theory with practical social engagement, analyzing how Catholic social teaching addresses contemporary societal issues including migration crises, demographic challenges, and peacebuilding in post-conflict societies. He explores the dialogical nature of social teaching through diocesan implementation models. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on applying Catholic social thought to current Croatian and European contexts, with particular attention to migration, reconciliation processes, and social pastoral care. The research shows increasing engagement with Pope Francis's social teachings and their practical implementation at diocesan levels, especially through organizations like the Friends of St. Martin association. Dr. Jakobfi actively contributes to academic discourse through conference presentations at international theological symposia and scientific colloquiums, focusing on social doctrine applications. His work appears in journals such as Diacovensia and various diocesan publications. Secretary of the Office for the Promotion of the Social Doctrine of the Church and Social Issues (since 2003) Secretary of the Office for Religious Societies (since 2010) President of the humanitarian association Friends of St. Martin (since 2014) Member of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Council (since 2014) Member of the board of directors of the Center for the Promotion of the Social Doctrine of the Church (since 2019) Dr. Jakobfi teaches courses including Social Doctrine of the Church I & II, Theological Social Ethics, Business Ethics, and Human Rights and the Social Teaching of the Church. His popularization efforts include multiple cycles of social debates organized by the Institute for the New Evangelization and lectures on social doctrine for various community groups across Croatia.

• Social Doctrine of the Church
• Catholic Social Teaching
• Theological Ethics
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Marcel Fratzscher serves as President of the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin) and Professor of Macroeconomics at Humboldt University of Berlin. He holds membership on the Advisory Board of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and maintains a prominent public presence as a columnist for Zeit Online, Financial Times, and Project Syndicate. His research spans macroeconomics, financial markets, economic inequality, European integration, monetary policy, and gender distribution. Fratzscher critically examines the social market economy, focusing on how economic policies affect inequality across demographic groups. His expertise includes pension systems, labor market dynamics, migration economics, and climate policy impacts on industry. His approach combines rigorous academic analysis with practical policy recommendations, often challenging conventional wisdom in economic discourse. Fratzscher's recent publications reveal a consistent thematic focus on economic inequality and social justice. His articles analyze paradoxical trends like falling wage inequality alongside rising overall income inequality, discrimination in the workplace (including weight-based discrimination), and the economic costs of social issues like crime fear and gender-based violence. He consistently advocates for policy reforms in pension systems, minimum wage structures, migration policy, and housing markets. As an advisor and public intellectual, Fratzscher bridges academic research and policy implementation. His recommendations often challenge conventional wisdom, such as his arguments against the notion that migration is economically costly or that minimum wage increases necessarily harm employment. He has proposed innovative solutions like the 'Boomer solidarity tax' to address old-age poverty without burdening younger generations. Fratzscher leads DIW Berlin, one of Germany's premier economic research institutions, where he oversees research on critical economic and social issues facing Germany and Europe. The institute's Socio-Economic Panel (SOEP) provides longitudinal data that informs much of his research on inequality and social dynamics. Under his leadership, DIW Berlin continues to shape economic policy debates through evidence-based analysis and forward-looking recommendations.

• Macroeconomics
• Financial Markets
• Economic Inequality
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Donald C. Guthrie serves as Professor of Educational Ministries at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS), part of Trinity International University. He holds the Jeanette L. Hsieh Chair of Educational Leadership and directs the PhD in Educational Studies program while serving as Executive Director of CFTC. His academic credentials include a BA from Grove City College, MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, MA from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and EdD from the University of Georgia. Dr. Guthrie's research spans teaching and learning methodologies , systems theory applications in ministry leadership , cross-cultural educational dynamics , and power negotiation in religious contexts . His work uniquely integrates artistic expression and resilience frameworks with theological education, emphasizing intergenerational engagement and vocational formation within faith communities. His publications reveal a consistent focus on practical ministry challenges, with recent works analyzing power structures in church leadership and innovative pedagogical approaches for faith-based education. The trajectory shows deepening exploration of how beauty, creativity, and systemic thinking transform educational ministry. As PhD program director, he mentors doctoral candidates in educational leadership while leading CFTC's faculty development initiatives. His thirty-year church service includes elder leadership, teacher training, and community outreach across multiple congregations. Personal engagement includes collaborative artistic practice at Door County's Art Farm Studio, specializing in fused glass, and hosting international academic gatherings at his Fort Sheridan nature preserve residence.

• Teaching and Learning
• Systems Theory in Leadership
• Cross-Cultural Teaching
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Warn N. Lekfuangfu is an Associate Professor of Economics at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), holding a prestigious Ramón y Cajal Research Grant from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation. He is a co-investigator in the ERC Starting Grant-funded project MISMATCH and affiliated with multiple research institutions including IZA, J-PAL, CReAM (UCL), and CBEE (Chulalongkorn University). His research focuses on Labour Economics, Development Economics, and Behavioural Economics, particularly examining inequality mechanisms, early childhood development, subjective wellbeing, and intergenerational mobility. He employs micro-econometric and experimental methods to address systemic social issues. Lekfuangfu earned his PhD in Economics (2015) from University College London, MSc in Global Market Economics from the London School of Economics (201?), and BA in Politics and Economics from the University of York. His work has been published in top journals like the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization and Journal of the European Economic Association . He currently serves on the Executive Board of the Asian and Australasian Society of Labour Economics (AASLE) and contributes to policy discussions through projects like Thailand’s pension reform and labour market restructuring analyses. His research has explored topics ranging from gender occupational sorting in the UK to the socio-economic impacts of landmines in Cambodia.

• Labour Economics
• Development Economics
• Behavioural Economics
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Tone Stangeland Kaufman is a Professor of Practical Theology at MF University College of Theology, Religion and Society . Her research focuses on ecclesiology, homiletics, Christian spirituality, and qualitative methodologies , with an emphasis on reflexivity and normativity in empirical theological research. She leads the Scandinavian research project Priests' Learning in Practice (PLP) , examining newly graduated priests' transition to professional roles in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Her educational background includes a PhD (2011) from MF with a dissertation on Nordic clergy spirituality. She has held roles as a part-time parish priest (2012–2015) and served on committees like the Interchurch Council Theological Committee (2020–present) and the American Academy of Religion Practical Theology Group (co-chair since 2013). Her work bridges pastoral practice and academic rigor, with a focus on youth theology, religious education, and the digital transformation of worship. Key publications include studies on digitally mediated preaching , confession practices , and Ignatian spirituality in prisons . Her 2021 book Forkynnelse for barn og voksne analyzes confirmation rituals, while recent work explores postcolonial perspectives in practical theology. She teaches courses on homiletics, practical theology methodology, and postmodern religious practices. Professional networks include leadership roles in Societas Homiletica , the Nordic Network for Homiletics , and the Ecclesiology and Ethnography group. Her research often integrates material culture, digital media, and intergenerational dynamics to address contemporary challenges in Christian practice and institutional life.

• Practical Theology
• Ecclesiology
• Homiletics
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Elizabeth O'Donnell Gandolfo is the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Earley Associate Professor of Catholic and Latin American Studies at Wake Forest School of Divinity. Her work bridges Catholic theology with contemporary social issues, focusing on vulnerability, ecological degradation, and decolonial studies. She earned a BA from Saint Joseph’s University, MTS from the University of Notre Dame, and PhD from Emory University. Her research emphasizes decolonial theology through Latin American contexts, eco-theological responses to environmental crises, and maternal spirituality. Key works include Ecomartyrdom in the Americas (2023) and Re-membering the Reign of God (2022). She has received the College Theology Society’s Best Article Award (2013) for her work on breastfeeding and theology. Teaches courses on liberation theologies, eco-theology, and Latin American Christianity. Active in academic societies: American Academy of Religion, College Theology Society, Catholic Theological Society of America. Publications span over 15 years, addressing intersectional topics like racism, capitalism, and gender in ecological ethics. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates theology with social justice activism, particularly advocating for environmental defenders in Latin America. Gandolfo’s scholarship challenges colonial structures while offering constructive theological frameworks for systemic change.

• Catholic Theology
• Decolonial Studies
• Eco-theology
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Alessandra Gianelli is a Full Professor of International Law at the Department of Legal and Economic Studies , Sapienza University of Rome . She has held leadership roles including Director of the Department of Public Legal Studies at the University of Teramo (2009–2013) and Co-Director of the Rivista di diritto internazionale (2017–present). Her teaching spans International Law, European Human Rights, and International Trade Law, with guest lectures at Temple University Rome. Education: PhD in International Law (Sapienza University of Rome, 1991), Master of Laws (Yale Law School, 1990), Master of Laws (European University Institute, 1985), Law Degree (University of Ferrara, 1983). Research Focus: Her scholarship examines state responsibility, international human rights, customary law, and EU legal integration. She leads the PRIN 2022 Social Cohesion and International Law and has participated in interdisciplinary projects like Progetto Polis . Publications & Conferences: Gianelli has authored over 20 articles (2016–2025) on topics like torture criminalization, future generations' rights, and state immunities. She has presented at institutions including Sapienza University, University of Athens, and the University of Groningen. Her work emphasizes the interplay between positivism and state sovereignty in international jurisprudence. Scientific Leadership: She has served as a referee for international journals, evaluator for the Italian Ministry of Education, and judge on recruitment committees for academic and doctoral positions across Italy.

• International Law
• State Responsibility
• Human Rights Law
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