جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Justin Korverمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Critique of Social Construction of Masculinity
• Minimalism
• Mid-century Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Justin Korver is an artist and educator with a current appointment as Assistant Professor of Foundation at the Kansas City Art Institute since 2024. He previously served as a Senior Lecturer of Art at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, where he taught theory and practice of art courses. Education : BFA at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), MFA at the University of Texas at San Antonio (thesis on masculinity critique). Korver's research practice focuses on subverting historical gender roles through textile art, sculpture, and collaborative projects. His work interrogates mid-century design, minimalism, and the allegorical structures of medieval/renaissance hunting tapestries, integrating contemporary understandings of gender ambiguity. Recent exhibitions include solo shows at Blue Star Contemporary and Commercial_Gallery, with residencies at Kunstlerhaus Bethanien (Berlin), Casa LÜ (Mexico City), and Rockland Woods (Seattle). His collaborative projects with Brittany Ham, such as The Chase , reframe traditional masculine/feminine binaries by associating femininity with hunting dogs and masculinity with the stag.

Enrique C. Ochoaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mexican History
• Latin American Studies
• Food Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Enrique C. Ochoa is Professor of History and Latin American Studies at California State University, Los Angeles. A Los Angeles native, he earned his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in History from UCLA. His career spans decades of teaching, publishing, and community engagement, with a focus on linking academic work to social justice movements. Education: Ph.D. in History, UCLA Affiliations: California State University, Los Angeles; Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA); Historians Against the War His research explores Mexican history , food studies , and Latina/o critical pedagogy . He has co-edited special issues on water crisis, immigration reform, and critical education, emphasizing transnational migration circuits, environmental justice, and inequality in educational systems. Recent publications include analyses of intersectional ethnic studies curricula (2022) and neoliberal food policies (2015). His work frequently interrogates global capitalism , US imperialism , and marginalized resistance through historical and contemporary lenses. Scientific Awards: President's Distinguished Professor (2013-14), Michi and Walter Weglyn Endowed Chair (2006-08) Ochoa collaborates with community organizations and school districts to implement K-12 ethnic studies and critiques assimilationist educational frameworks. He co-founded the Latina/o History Bee and serves on editorial boards for progressive academic journals.

Kornelia Boczkowskaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• American studies
• Experimental film and video
• American cinema
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kornelia Boczkowska, Assistant Professor at Adam Mickiewicz University's Faculty of English, specializes in experimental film, ecocinema, and mobility studies. With dual MA degrees in Russian and English, and a Ph.D. in English (summa cum laude), she challenges traditional cinematic frameworks through interdisciplinary lenses. B.A. in English, Poznań (2009) M.A. in Russian, Poznań (2010) M.A. in English, Poznań (2011) Ph.D. in English, Poznań (2015) D.Litt. in literature, Poznań (2025) Her research interrogates gendered road movies , animal agency in avant-garde cinema , and mobility practices across train hopping, automobility, and cycling. Current projects funded by National Science Center Poland include An animal is not a metaphor and Lost highways, forgotten travels . She has curated programs at Ann Arbor and Experiments in Cinema festivals, while her 2021-2024 editorial work shaped special issues on experimental landscapes. Key awards include Minister of Education scholarship and AMU Rector’s 1st degree award . Scientific Honors: AMU Best M.A. Thesis Award (2011) AMU Rector’s Scholarship (2021) Minister of Education Outstanding Researchers Grant (2022) AMU Rector’s 1st Degree Award (2024) PCA/ACA Madonna Marsden Travel Grants (2013, 2015) EAAS Conference Travel Grant (2016) As program co-curator for Experimental Eco-Cinema: Perspectives on an Expanding Field (2024) and organizer of Aboriginal North America and Europe (2016), she bridges academic inquiry with curatorial practice.

Benjamin Vienمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Structural Health Monitoring
• Biomechanics
• Vibration Analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Benjamin Vien is a Research Fellow in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Monash University. His work focuses on structural and human health monitoring, combining civil, healthcare, and defense applications. He holds a B.Eng (Mech) (First Hons.)/B.Sc (2013) and a PhD in Engineering (2017). Dr. Vien leads ARC Linkage Projects involving UAV-based sensing and machine learning for digital twin applications with Melbourne Water Corporation and Jacobs Engineering. He co-developed patented medical devices for bone-implant osseointegration and fractured femur diagnosis in collaboration with The Alfred, the US Navy, and Monash Institute of Medical Engineering. His research also explores acoustic wave interrogation and single-crystal transducers for damage characterization, supported by the APMA Program under the Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator. Recent research output includes advancements in acoustic emission analysis, modal decomposition, deep learning for structural analysis, and piezoelectric material applications. Collaborations span institutions like RMIT, University of Sydney, and DMTC Limited under the Next Generation Technologies Fund. His work aligns with UN SDGs addressing innovation and infrastructure (Goal 9) and industry, innovation & infrastructure (Goal 9).

• Feminist Theory
• International Political Economy
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Petra Purkarthofer is a Lecturer affiliated with the University of Vienna, holding dual appointments at the Institute for Political Science (Universitätsstraße 7) and the Institute for International Development (Sensengasse 3). Her work bridges feminist theory, political economy, and social reproduction, with a focus on power dynamics and mental health in global contexts. Teaching Specializations: Bachelor's seminars on feminist international political economy Exploration of power relations and mental health in intersectional frameworks Transnational feminism and social inequality studies Research Interests: Her research interrogates how systemic inequalities shape political and economic structures, particularly through a feminist lens. She examines the intersections of gender, mental health, and socio-economic policies. Awards: No awards explicitly listed in the provided text. Grants/Advising: No grant details or student advising records provided. Labs/Teams: Not mentioned in the text.

• Critical Pedagogy
• Intersectionality
• Black Women in Higher Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chayla Haynes Davison is an Associate Professor of Higher Education Administration at Texas A&M University's College of Education and Human Development. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Denver and a M.A. from Bowling Green State University. Her research focuses on critical and inclusive pedagogy, Black women's experiences in academia, and intersectionality. She has co-edited influential books such as Interrogating Whiteness and Relinquishing Power and Race Equity and the Learning Environment . Education: PhD Higher Education (University of Denver), MA College Student Personnel (Bowling Green State University) Her work addresses racial equity in STEM education, faculty development, and anti-racist teaching practices. She has received the 2020 Mildred Garcia Award for Exemplary Scholarship and recognition as a CIES ADSIG Emerging Scholar. Her research projects include studies on applying critical lenses to student development theory and institutional transformation. Awards: Mildred Garcia Award (2020), CIES ADSIG Emerging Scholar (2020) Dr. Davison advises doctoral students and has taught courses like College Teaching and Advanced Student Development Theory . She previously served in student affairs roles, including Director of Orientation and Family Programs. Her current work emphasizes Black Liberation methodologies and combating systemic racism in higher education.

• Linguistics
• Cognitive Linguistics
• Language Acquisition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Holger Diessel is a Professor of English Linguistics at the University of Jena, holding this position since 2004. He previously worked at the Max-Planck-Institut für evolutionäre Anthropologie in Leipzig (1998–2004), focusing on child language acquisition and comparative developmental psychology. His research explores the interplay between language use, syntax of complex sentences, and usage-based grammar theory’s cognitive foundations. He is an editorial board member for Cognitive Linguistics and Corpus Linguistics and Linguistic Theory . Diessel earned his PhD from the State University of New York at Buffalo (1998) with a typological study on demonstratives. His Habilitation (performance-based study on complex sentence acquisition in preschoolers) solidified his expertise in developmental linguistics. His work emphasizes frequency effects in language acquisition, syntax-diachronics links, and cognitive mechanisms underlying grammatical systems. During his 2011 FRIAS fellowship in Freiburg, he advanced a book project integrating usage-based theories across linguistics, psycholinguistics, and cognitive science. Key themes include frequency, analogy, and processing time in language use and evolution. His publications span grammaticalization, clause structure typology, and child language development.

Hannah S. Allenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Photography
• History of Photography
• Digital Media
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Hannah S. Allen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Art and Art History at Adelphi University’s College of Arts and Sciences. She also serves as Co-Director of the Museum Studies Program. Her teaching focuses on photography and digital media, emphasizing the interpretive and transformative nature of art-making. MFA, School of Visual Arts (2007) BFA, Rhode Island School of Design (1999) Allen’s research explores the intersection of photography, history, and digital media, particularly how visual representation intersects with themes of war, cultural identity, and borderlands. Her work examines the ephemeral nature of historical documentation and its impact on future narratives. Allen’s recent publications and presentations highlight her focus on borderlands, documentary photography, and visual storytelling. Her creative scholarship includes solo and group exhibitions that interrogate urban landscapes, conflict representation, and narrative structures, often blending traditional and digital media. Visual Studies Workshop Project Grant (2020) Adelphi University Faculty Development Grant (2019) Lower East Side Keyholder Grant & Residency (2017-2018) A.I.R. Fellowship (2012-2013) Allen has contributed to professional development through invited lectures and gallery talks, including at the University of Hartford and Hampshire College. Her grants and residencies reflect institutional recognition of her innovative research and mentorship in visual arts.

Dafydd Mooreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Eighteenth-Century Literature
• Romanticism
• Scottish Enlightenment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Dafydd Moore is the Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of Plymouth and holds the academic rank of Professor of Eighteenth-Century Literature. His administrative role in the Office of the Vice Chancellor underscores his leadership in higher education governance while maintaining an active scholarly profile. His research focuses on Romanticism, Scottish Enlightenment literature, and the cultural impact of James Macpherson’s Ossianic poems. Professor Moore’s work bridges literary analysis with historical, political, and interdisciplinary studies, exploring themes such as literary forgery, regional identity, and the intersections of myth and science. His publications span over two decades, analyzing figures like Richard Polwhele, John Wolcot (Peter Pindar), and the socio-political contexts of 18th- and 19th-century British literature. Key contributions include studies on Ossian’s reception, the role of oratory in loyalist Romanticism, and the cultural myth-making of Devon and Cornwall. His recent works (2024-2025) address interdisciplinary material studies and contemporary reinterpretations of historical texts. Moore’s research consistently interrogates how literary works shape—and are shaped by—historical events, cultural movements, and intellectual debates. His articles often reveal the interconnectedness of seemingly disparate fields, such as geology and poetry, or classical antiquity and modern myth. Despite no explicit awards listed, his sustained academic output and administrative leadership highlight his influence in scholarly and institutional spheres.

• Creative Writing
• Fiction
• Literary Fiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julia Phillips is a Lecturer in the MFA Writing Program at Sarah Lawrence College's School of Graduate Studies, serving since 2021, with additional affiliation at Randolph College's MFA Program. A Barnard College graduate, she is an acclaimed author whose literary contributions have reshaped contemporary fiction. Her educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Arts from Barnard College. Phillips specializes in creative writing pedagogy, focusing on narrative structure, psychological depth, and cross-genre experimentation. Her work interrogates human relationships within societal frameworks through meticulously crafted prose, emphasizing emotional authenticity and thematic complexity in both teaching and published works. Phillips' publications reveal a consistent evolution toward psychologically rich storytelling, with Disappearing Earth establishing her signature exploration of community trauma and Bear advancing wilderness survival narratives through intimate familial dynamics. Both novels demonstrate mastery of literary fiction techniques while appearing in prestigious venues like The New York Times , The Paris Review , and The Atlantic . Her distinguished honors include: National Book Award Finalist (2019) The New York Times Book Review ’s 10 Best Books of the Year (2019) Fulbright fellowship Guggenheim fellowship (2024) As an MFA faculty member, Phillips mentors emerging writers through structured prose craft development, with her Fulbright and Guggenheim fellowships directly supporting creative research. Her course Mixed-Genre Prose Craft: Structuring the Story exemplifies her commitment to narrative innovation within graduate writing education.

Bill Creskoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Genetics
• Developmental Genetics
• Genomics
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Bill Cresko is a Professor at the University of Oregon, affiliated with the Knight Campus and the School of Computer and Data Sciences. His research integrates evolutionary biology, genomics, and data science to study the genetic basis of adaptation and speciation, with a focus on threespine stickleback and nematode models. Research Interests: His work spans evolutionary genetics , developmental genetics , gene duplication , phenotypic plasticity , and population genomics . He employs cutting-edge genomic techniques such as RAD-seq and the Stacks software pipeline to analyze genetic variation and evolutionary processes. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in understanding how environmental stressors (e.g., perchlorate, heat) influence developmental trajectories, gene expression, and transgenerational effects. His lab also investigates modular evolution in biomechanical systems and the impact of polyploidy on inheritance patterns in fish. Computational biology and public data mining are key components of his methodological approach. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Lorry Lokey Endowed Chair at the University of Oregon Mentored students receiving NSF DDIG, Hui Fellowship, and Knight Campus Scholarships Advising and Grants: Bill Cresko actively mentors undergraduate and graduate students, including Kristin Sikkink, Taylor Wilson, and Kate Ituarte. His lab supports scholars through prestigious fellowships and grants, demonstrating strong training and funding success. He also serves as a thesis opponent internationally, reflecting his academic leadership. Labs and Teams: The Cresko Laboratory at the University of Oregon is an active research group combining wet-lab genomics with computational analysis, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in evolutionary genomics.

• Indigenous and Canadian literatures
• Nineteenth-Century British Literature
• Historical fiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Susan Birkwood is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Carleton University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Holding a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Western Ontario, her work bridges Indigenous and Canadian literatures with 19th-century British literature, historical fiction, and travel narratives. Her research interrogates colonial legacies, focusing on how Enlightenment-era theories of social development shaped European and settler representations of Indigenous peoples. She explores intersections of genre, gender, and policy in historical and contemporary texts. Recent publications analyze Katherena Vermette’s reclamation of Winnipeg’s North End, material cultures in Canadian novels, and revisionist Arctic narratives. Her scholarship also engages with gender and colonial discourse through Anna Jameson’s writings. Scientific Awards: Professional Achievement Award 2017 Professional Achievement Award 2010 FASS Teaching Award 2009

Jennifer A. Ferrettiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Critical Librarianship
• Critical Race Theory
• Digital Libraries
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Jennifer A. Ferretti is a Lecturer at the San José State University School of Information, where she teaches INFO 281: Seminar in Contemporary Issues with a focus on critical librarianship, information ethics, and diverse communities. She is also a Senior Program Officer at the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) and the founder of We Here®, an initiative dedicated to advancing equity and representation for BIPOC individuals in the LIS field. Education: Master of Science in Library and Information Science (MSLIS), Pratt Institute School of Information, 2014 Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Photography, Maryland Institute College of Art, 2007 Her research and teaching are guided by critical praxis, focusing on dismantling systemic inequities in libraries and archives. Key areas include critical race theory, digital libraries, archival stewardship, information literacy, and the ethics of knowledge production. She is particularly interested in non-Western epistemologies and artist-led research methodologies. Her recent publications explore themes such as vocational awe, neutrality in librarianship, and the role of libraries in social justice. These works reveal a consistent trend toward interrogating power structures within the LIS profession and advocating for transformative change. Selected Scientific Contributions: Coined and popularized critical discourse on "vocational awe" and its ties to white supremacy in libraries. Advocated for the recruitment and retention of BIPOC professionals through We Here®. Published in leading LIS journals such as Communications in Information Literacy and Library Trends . Jennifer advises on issues of equity and inclusion in LIS education and practice. She has presented widely and is active in professional development through workshops and leadership roles. Her work is supported by her dual expertise in fine art and librarianship, enabling a unique, interdisciplinary approach to information science. She is the founder and creative director of We Here®, which functions as both a research project and advocacy platform. The initiative fosters community, mentorship, and visibility for underrepresented voices in the profession.

Tiphanie Yaniqueمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Caribbean Literatures
• Post-Colonial and Decolonial Literatures
• Black Atlantic Literatures
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tiphanie Yanique is a Professor of English and Creative Writing at Emory University, renowned for her award-winning novels, poetry, and short stories exploring Caribbean identity, decolonial practices, and eco-poetics. Her research centers on character development in fiction, prose structure, poetry in archives, and decolonial creative practices, with deep engagement in Caribbean, Black Atlantic, and post-colonial literatures. She examines how creative writing interrogates history, environment, and diasporic identity through innovative narrative forms. Yanique's publications—including Monster in the Middle (2021), Land of Love and Drowning (2014), and the poetry collection Wife (2016)—consistently explore themes of Caribbean ecology, colonial legacies, and queer narratives. Her work blends historical research with contemporary social critique, often rooted in Virgin Islands settings and diasporic experiences. Her major honors include: Bocas Prize in Caribbean poetry Forward/Felix Dennis Prize for a First Collection Flaherty-Dunnan First Novel Award Phillis Wheatley Award for Pan-African Literature American Academy of Arts and Letters Rosenthal Family Foundation Award Boston Review Prize in Fiction Rona Jaffe Foundation Writers Award Pushcart Prize Academy of American Poet's Prize Fulbright Scholarship (twice) Bocas Prize in Fiction As an educator, Yanique received Emory's Excellence in Teaching Award and mentors students in creative writing. Her Fulbright Scholarships supported critical research on Caribbean archives and environmental narratives, while her activism includes Democracy Now! appearances and New York Times op-eds on hurricane recovery. She actively contributes to the Virgin Islands Studies Collective, a decolonial research group focused on reimagining Caribbean archives through interdisciplinary collaboration between activists, academics, and artists.

Tamara Bhallaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Multiethnic Literatures
• Asian American Studies
• South Asian American Literary Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tamara Bhalla is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of American Studies at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), with additional affiliations in the Asian Studies program. Her academic work bridges social, cultural, and community-building dimensions through the lens of multiethnic literatures. Her research interrogates the intersections of Asian American/South Asian American literary studies with Afro-Asian feminisms, exploring how reading communities navigate identity and belonging. She examines literary reception as a tool for understanding ethnic American cultural dynamics and has published extensively on post-1965 immigration narratives. Bhalla earned her PhD in English Language and Literature from the University of Michigan. She teaches foundational courses like AMST 200: 'What Is an American?' and specialized courses including 'Asian American Fictions', 'Studies in Asian American Culture', and 'Immigration Nations', focusing on post-1965 immigration narratives and senior-level seminars in American Studies.