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Tory Youngمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• English Literature
• 20th and 21st-century Literature
• Modernism
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Tory Young is an Associate Professor of English Literature at Anglia Ruskin University, within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. She is Course Leader for the MA in English Literature and actively contributes to research, teaching, and public engagement in literature, narrative theory, and writing. Her research focuses on modernism, feminist and queer theories of narrative, life-writing, and writing and wellbeing. She has particular expertise in women modernists such as Nancy Cunard, Hope Mirrlees, and Jean Rhys, and has explored contemporary authors like Ali Smith and Colm Tóibín. Her work bridges academic scholarship with community outreach, including author interviews at Waterstones and the collaborative A Life Written project with older adults. Tory's recent publications reveal a consistent engagement with feminist and queer narratology, the politics of form, and intertextuality. Her work spans from modernist studies to digital-age narrative concerns, often focusing on visibility, identity, and power. She has contributed to edited collections, journals like Textual Practice and Journal of Modern Literature , and authored a widely used textbook. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) British Academy grant recipient (2013) for The Future of Feminist Narratology Editor of Queer and Feminist Theories of Narrative (Routledge, 2021) Tory has supervised eight PhD students to completion, including creative writing projects, and currently supervises a VC-funded PhD on Writing and Wellbeing. She co-directed the HEFCE-funded Speak-Write Project and has been instrumental in shaping academic literacies at the undergraduate level. Her collaborative research includes organizing major conferences on Nancy Cunard and Jean Rhys, and she is active in scholarly societies such as the Modernist Studies Association and the International Society for the Study of Narrative. She leads the A Life Written project in collaboration with the National Centre for Writing, fostering intergenerational dialogue through writing. ARU students have engaged with this initiative, responding creatively to the work of older participants.

Danielle Knafoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Psychology
• Psychoanalysis
• Psychology of Art and Creativity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Danielle Knafo is a Professor of Psychology at Long Island University (LIU) Post, within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Department of Psychology. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst with extensive academic and clinical experience. She also holds faculty and supervisory positions at NYU’s Postdoctoral Program for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis and Adelphi’s Postgraduate Programs in Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy. B.A. and M.A. in Clinical Psychology – Tel Aviv University, Israel Ph.D. – The Graduate Center, City University of New York (CUNY) Certificate in Psychoanalysis – New York University (NYU) Dr. Knafo's research and clinical expertise span a wide range of areas, with a strong focus on psychoanalysis, trauma, gender and sexuality, psychosis, perversion, technology, and the psychology of art and creativity . Her work often explores the intersections between culture, identity, and mental health, particularly in multicultural and immigrant populations. She has made significant contributions to understanding the role of creativity in psychological transformation and the impact of technology on human relationships and desire. Her recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with themes of loneliness, identity, technology, and the unconscious. Articles such as 'Alone in a Crowded Mind' and 'Guys and Dolls' explore modern relational challenges, while her work on psychosis and castration theory demonstrates deep clinical insight. Her research integrates psychoanalytic theory with contemporary cultural phenomena, resulting in a rich, interdisciplinary body of work. Scientific Awards and Honors: American Board and Academy of Psychoanalysis Book Prize (2018) Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award (2017) Krasnoff Lifetime Achievement Award (2016) Barbro Sandin Award, ISPS (2015) CORST Essay Prize, American Psychoanalytic Association (2014) Multiple research grants from LIU and NYU Dr. Knafo has authored nine books and numerous journal articles, book chapters, and exhibition essays. She is actively involved in professional organizations including the American Psychological Association, the International Psychoanalytic Association, and the Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. She has directed the Serious Mental Illness (SMI) concentration at LIU Post and continues to mentor clinicians and trainees. While no formal list of students is provided, her role as a professor, supervisor, and author of training-focused books like Becoming a Clinical Psychologist indicates significant advising and educational impact. She maintains a private practice in Manhattan and Great Neck, NY, and serves as a writing consultant and speaker. Dr. Knafo is affiliated with several academic and clinical institutions, including: Long Island University (LIU) Post – Professor of Psychology NYU Postdoctoral Program for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis – Faculty and Supervisor Adelphi University Postgraduate Programs – Faculty and Supervisor

Tamika Nunleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• African American History
• Gender Studies
• Slavery Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Tamika Nunley is Professor of History at Cornell University's College of Arts & Sciences, where she serves as associate chair of the history department and directs the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship program. Her research focuses on African American women's experiences during the 19th century, legal history of slavery, and identities in transitional historical periods. Education includes: Ph.D. in History from University of Virginia M.A. in History from University of Virginia M.A. in African American Studies from Columbia University B.A. in African American Studies/History from Miami University Her research examines how enslaved and free Black women navigated legal systems and constructed identities in urban spaces like Washington D.C., using court records, abolitionist writings, and newspapers to reconstruct historical agency. Publications focus on slavery jurisprudence, gender resistance strategies, and the intellectual history of justice from enslaved perspectives. Recent work analyzes clemency petitions and freedom suits as forms of legal articulation. Awards include: 2021 Pauli Murray Book Prize for best work in Black intellectual history Cary and Ann Maguire Chair in Ethics and American History at Library of Congress Multiple book prizes for At the Threshold of Liberty She serves on editorial boards of Civil War History, Journal of Southern History, and Journal of the Civil War Era, while mentoring through the Mellon Mays program. Leads research on enslaved women's legal narratives and 19th century capital crime jurisprudence, with future work examining Black reproductive justice histories.

Andrew Kingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Gerontology
• Sociology of Ageing
• Gender and Sexualities Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrew King is a Professor of Sociology and Associate Dean (Doctoral College) at the University of Surrey’s Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences. He leads the Centre of Excellence on Ageing (CEA) and co-directs the Centre for Research on Ageing and Generations (CRAG). His research focuses on LGBTQ+ inequalities, ageing, and methodologies like mixed methods and participatory approaches. Notable projects include the LGBTQ+ social housing equality framework (HouseProud Pledge Scheme) and the CILIA-LGBTQI+ comparative European study on life course inequalities. He supervises PhD students exploring topics such as LGBTQ+ inclusivity in housing, queer mediated intimacies, and ageing in BAME communities. King also leads the ESRC Impact Acceleration Account at Surrey and collaborates with organizations like Propertymark on LGBTQ+ inclusivity in real estate. Affiliations: Centre of Excellence on Ageing, CRAG, Sex, Gender and Sexualities Research Group (SGS) Key Roles: Former Head of Sociology Department, Co-Chair of SGS His research bridges theory and practice, addressing housing, healthcare, and policy gaps for LGBTQ+ older adults. Recent work includes the Life House Project using theatre to amplify LGBTQ+ voices in housing narratives.

Brianna Morgisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Counseling Psychology
• Marriage and Family Therapy
• Systems Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Brianna Morgis serves as an Assistant Professor of Counseling Psychology within the Psychology Department at Delaware Valley University. As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, she integrates clinical expertise with academic instruction, emphasizing connection and positive relationships in therapeutic contexts through systemic frameworks. Her academic credentials include: Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies (minor: Sociology) from Penn State University Master of Science in Couple and Family Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University Doctor of Philosophy in Couple and Family Therapy from Drexel University Dr. Morgis' research centers on systems theory examining reciprocal person-environment influences, with specialized focus on Marriage and Family Therapy , counselor wellness integration , and couple attachment dynamics . Her work bridges clinical practice and counselor education through evidence-based interventions addressing negative relational patterns and environmental contextualization. Publication analysis reveals consistent emphasis on wellness integration within counselor training curricula and attachment-based couple therapy innovations. Her scholarship targets critical gaps in sustainable mental health practice preparation and relational outcome enhancement through structured clinical workshops. Scientific awards: No awards or fellowships documented in source materials. Regarding academic advising and research funding, available information does not specify current advisees, grant awards, or sponsored projects, though her clinical and pedagogical focus suggests active engagement with counseling students. No laboratory facilities or dedicated research teams under Dr. Morgis' direction are mentioned in the provided documentation.

Marion Crainمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Labor Law
• Employment Law
• Gender and Work
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marion Crain serves as the Wiley B. Rutledge Professor of Law at Washington University School of Law, holding courtesy appointments with the George Warren Brown School of Social Work and the Department of Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies in the College of Arts & Sciences. Her administrative leadership includes Interim Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (2019-2020), Vice Provost (2012-2019), and Leader of University Libraries (2016-2017). She directs interdisciplinary initiatives including the Bring Your Own Idea program and Beyond Boundaries Cross-School Teaching Grant, while serving as provost liaison to centers such as the Danforth Center on Religion & Politics and Gephardt Institute for Civic Engagement. Her educational background features a J.D. from UCLA School of Law (1983) and B.S. from Cornell University (1980). Prior to academia, she practiced labor and employment law at Latham & Watkins and clerked for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. She previously held the Paul Eaton Professorship at UNC Chapel Hill, directing the Center on Poverty, Work & Opportunity and serving as Associate Dean for Faculty Research. Professor Crain's research examines gender-work-class intersections through collective action frameworks, focusing on labor relations, social movements, and economic justice. Her scholarship reveals how labor law structures both constrain and enable worker solidarity, particularly regarding the working poor and sexual harassment as collective harm. She pioneers reconceptualizing antidiscrimination rights as collective entitlements and analyzes corporate branding's impact on worker identity and autonomy. Her feminist legal theory work challenges individualized approaches to workplace inequality. Her publication trends demonstrate consistent focus on labor law's evolution in post-industrial contexts, with increasing emphasis on non-union worker solidarity, intersectional discrimination, and legal strategies for economic justice. Recent work explores protest at work, corporate mission statements' legal implications, and reassembling labor movements through digital and cross-sectoral organizing. Her scientific recognition includes: David M. Becker Professor of the Year Award (2009) Israel Treiman Research Fellow (2010-11) National Science Foundation grant (1992-93) Fund for Labor Relations Studies grant (1993) Professor of the Year, West Virginia University College of Law (1988) ABA Rookie Program of the Year (1988) Through the Labor Law Group (which she chaired 2011-2015), she develops pedagogical resources while serving on the Employee Rights and Employment Policy Journal editorial board. Her grant-funded research includes NSF-supported interdisciplinary projects and the Fund for Labor Relations Studies initiative. She has directed the Center for the Interdisciplinary Study of Work & Social Capital (2010-2014) and UNC's Center on Poverty, Work & Opportunity (2006-2008), fostering collaborations across law, social work, and social sciences. Her current leadership involves interdisciplinary research hubs including the Bring Your Own Idea program and Beyond Boundaries initiatives, while her scholarship increasingly addresses gig economy challenges and legal frameworks for 21st-century worker solidarity through the Danforth Center and Gephardt Institute networks.

Stephanie Tongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Media
• Relational Communication
• Interpersonal Communication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stephanie Tong is a Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Wayne State University, where she directs the Social Media and Relational Technologies (SMART) Labs. Her academic journey includes a BA from the University of California, Davis, and both MA and PhD degrees from Michigan State University. Position: Professor, Department of Communication Studies Institution: Wayne State University Research Lab: Director of SMART Labs Education: BA (UC Davis), MA & PhD (Michigan State) Dr. Tong's research focuses on the intersection of social media and relational communication, specifically examining how people initiate, maintain, and terminate relationships using popular social media platforms. Her work spans several key areas including online dating, romantic relationships in the digital age, online hate speech, and the impact of AI on interpersonal communication. She has developed particular expertise in Asian American experiences with online hate during the pandemic and the role of social media in health contexts like chronic pain management. Her extensive publication record includes articles in top-tier journals such as Social Media + Society, Psychology and Health, Personal Relationships, New Media and Society, and Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication. Her recent research (2023-2025) shows a growing focus on AI in communication education, foundations of online hate research, and the psychological impacts of social media on marginalized communities. Her book 'Up to Date: Communication and Technology in Romantic Relationships' (2022) with Brandon Van Der Heide represents a significant contribution to understanding digital romance. Online Hate Research: Asian American resilience to pandemic-related online harassment Relationship Technology: How digital platforms shape romantic connections Health Communication: Facebook support groups for chronic pain management AI Communication: Effects on interpersonal dynamics and educational approaches Dr. Tong teaches interpersonal communication, communication theory, research methods, and pedagogy at both undergraduate and graduate levels. She is particularly known for innovative teaching approaches, including hands-on methods for teaching complex research concepts. Her courses include Interpersonal Communication (COM2200), Quantitative Research Methods (COM7260), and Seminar in Communication Education (COM7810). Outside the classroom, Dr. Tong maintains an active lifestyle with interests in rock climbing and running. She lives with her husband, son, and a Chihuahua-pug mix dog named Panzo. Her SMART Labs continues to investigate how technology affects relationship decisions, with ongoing recruitment for research assistants indicating active projects and funding.

• Architecture
• Landscape Architecture
• Heritage Conservation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jean Pierre Crousse serves as Associate Professor at the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) where he directs the Master Program in Architecture. He maintains an active academic presence as a visiting professor at prestigious institutions including Harvard Graduate School of Design (2015, 2022), Yale School of Architecture (2019, 2021), and University of Virginia (2020). As a foreign member of the French Académie d'Architecture, his academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to architectural education. His research interests center on the integration of architecture with landscape, cultural heritage conservation, and the development of contemporary architectural responses to traditional practices. Crousse explores the complex relationship between built environments and cultural memory, particularly in the Andean context. His work examines how architecture can mediate between production systems and tourism while preserving cultural integrity, as demonstrated in his studio work on the Maras Salt Mine in Peru's Sacred Valley. He investigates critical conservation approaches that allow heritage sites to remain living, productive landscapes rather than frozen monuments. Crousse's architectural practice, Barclay & Crousse, has produced award-winning projects including the Place of Remembrance in Lima (2015), University Facilities at UDEP in Piura (2016), and the Paracas Museum (2016). These projects demonstrate his interest in creating spatial experiences that connect contemporary design with cultural memory and environmental context. His firm's work has been recognized with the Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (2018), Oscar Niemeyer Prize (2016), and multiple Peruvian National Architecture Prizes. Foreign member of the French Académie d'Architecture Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize 2018 Oscar Niemeyer Prize 2016 Peruvian National Prize of Architecture 2014 Peruvian National Prize of Architecture 2018 Latin America Prize 2013 As an educator, Crousse has developed influential design studios that challenge students to reconcile contemporary architectural interventions with living heritage sites. His 2024 Yale studio on the Maras Salt Mine examines how architecture can integrate production systems with tourism while preserving cultural practices. He has published extensively on his architectural philosophy, including the book 'Barclay & Crousse: Landscapes of Intimacy' (2021), which presents twelve exemplary projects demonstrating how their work binds technological advances with designs centered on quality of life. His architectural practice serves as a laboratory for exploring how design specific to developing country conditions can inform global architectural conversations.

Heather Gunnمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sleep Health
• Social Determinants of Sleep
• Sleep in Dyads
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Heather Gunn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Alabama's College of Arts & Sciences. She directs research on social determinants of sleep health, with particular focus on dyadic sleep patterns, adolescent development, and cardiovascular outcomes. Her NIH-funded work includes studies on school start times and family sleep dynamics. Education includes: PhD in Clinical Health Psychology, University of Utah Clinical Internship, Rush University Medical Center Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh Research examines how interpersonal relationships and socioeconomic factors influence sleep architecture across developmental stages. Current projects investigate school start time impacts on adolescents and family systems, sleep-cardiovascular pathways, and rural health disparities. Research Publications: Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent focus on dyadic sleep concordance, family influences on sleep architecture, and socioeconomic determinants of sleep health. Recent work develops novel measurement tools for couple sleep dynamics. Leads the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Training Program and teaches courses in Behavioral Medicine, Sleep Science, and graduate practicum supervision. Collaborates across campus on sleep research in athletic and geriatric populations.

Samantha Pintoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Feminist Theory
• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• African American and African Diaspora Literature
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Samantha Pinto is Professor of English at the University of Texas at Austin, with affiliations in African & African Diaspora Studies and the Center for Women's & Gender Studies. She directed the UT Humanities Institute (2022-2025) and co-edits the Black Feminism on the Edge book series. Her work bridges feminist theory, African diaspora studies, and the history of science. Education: PhD from UCLA Previous Affiliation: Georgetown University (Associate Professor of English and African American Studies) Pinto's research interrogates how African diasporic women reconfigure race, gender, and human rights through cultural production. Her scholarship spans Difficult Diasporas (2013 William Sanders Scarborough Prize) and Infamous Bodies (2020 Duke UP, shortlisted for ASAP book prize), with current work on Inside the Body of Black Feminism (2026) and mobile reproductive health projects. Recent publications analyze antebellum sexual violence, Black celebrity aesthetics, and intersectional science. Articles appear in Signs , Meridians , and Early American Literature . She has received NEH and NHC fellowships and co-edited special journal issues on topics like 'Feminism's Bad Objects.' Scientific Awards: MLA William Sanders Scarborough Prize (2013) ASAP Book Prize Shortlist (2021) Choice Book Selection (2021) Her teaching includes courses on Race/Gender/Science, 19th/20th Century US Literature, and Women's & Gender Studies. Pinto's methodological approach combines transnational feminism, literary analysis, and interdisciplinary humanities.

Linda S Ehrlich-Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Healthy Lifestyle Promotion
• Physical Activity and Nutrition
• Chronic Illness Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Linda S Ehrlich-Jones serves as Research Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, with primary affiliation at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. She maintains dual institutional connections through the Institute for Public Health and Medicine (IPHAM) - Center for Health Services & Outcomes Research and the Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS). Her educational foundation includes a PhD from the University of Illinois, Chicago (2001). Dr. Ehrlich-Jones specializes in behavioral interventions for chronic illness management, particularly developing motivational interviewing protocols to enhance physical activity and nutrition among arthritis and spinal cord injury patients. Her research bridges clinical rehabilitation with public health outcomes, emphasizing patient-centered approaches to lifestyle modification in vulnerable populations. Recent publication trends reveal concentrated expertise in spinal cord injury adaptation (37% of recent works), orthopedic rehabilitation trials (25%), and employment/vocational support systems (21%), with consistent application of mixed-methods approaches. Her work increasingly incorporates patient lived experience perspectives alongside clinician insights. Major recognitions include: Addie Thomas Service Award, Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals (2014) Fellow, American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine (2023) Fellow, American Academy of Nursing (2021) She directs active clinical trials including the Parkinson's Disease physical activity study (NCT03329833) testing motivational interviewing against digital tracking tools. Professional leadership spans presidential roles in the Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals (2009-2011) and current chair positions in ACRM's Awards Committee and Measurement Special Interest Group. Her industry collaborations with NIH, Paralyzed Veterans of America, and Movement is Life demonstrate translational research impact. Based at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab's 14th floor facility, she leads interdisciplinary teams integrating rehabilitation psychologists, occupational therapists, and biostatisticians to develop evidence-based lifestyle interventions for chronic conditions.

Chris Graceمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Relationships
• Marriage
• Premarital Counseling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chris Grace is a Professor of Psychology at Biola University's Rosemead School of Psychology and serves as the Director of the Center for Marriage and Relationships. He has been a full-time faculty member since 1988, holding administrative roles including Vice Provost for Faculty Development (2002-2008) and Vice President for Student Development (2008-2014), while consistently teaching courses like Introduction to Psychology which gained international recognition via YouTube. His educational credentials include: Ph.D. in Experimental Social Psychology from Colorado State University (1988) M.S. in Experimental Social Psychology from Colorado State University (1986) B.A. in Psychology from the University of Northern Colorado (1983) Dr. Grace's research centers on marital and relationship dynamics, with specialization in premarital counseling, marriage mentoring, and the integration of Christian faith with psychological science. His work critically examines evolutionary psychology through the lens of intelligent design and explores practical applications for enhancing intimacy in relationships, making him a sought-after speaker at academic and religious venues. Analysis of his 10 publications (1988-2015) reveals consistent focus on psychology-religion integration, particularly in evolutionary theory critiques (2001-2002 special issues) and relationship science. Later works like the 2015 social sciences study on human sexuality demonstrate evolving application of his framework to contemporary issues, while early research addressed educational psychology and therapist burnout. His accolades include: Biola's Professor of the Year Award (1994) Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching (2001) Repeated inclusion in Who's Who Among College Professors Though specific grant details are unmentioned, Dr. Grace's leadership in WASC accreditation, editorial board service for psychology-theology journals, and co-design of Biola's "Christian Perspectives on Relationships" course (2014) demonstrate significant academic impact. His student mentorship extends beyond campus through nationwide couples retreats. He directs Biola's Center for Marriage and Relationships while partnering with John Brown University's Center for Healthy Relationships. With his wife Alisa, he conducts marriage seminars globally, maintains a relationships blog, and co-hosts the "The Art of Relationships" podcast, counseling thousands of couples through practical faith-based insights.

Benno Gammerlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Queer History
• History of Gender and Sexuality
• History of Emotions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Benno Gammerl is a Full-time Professor of History of Gender and Sexuality at the European University Institute (EUI), where he has directed graduate studies since 2021. Previously, he co-founded the Centre for Queer History at Goldsmiths, University of London, and conducted research at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development. His interdisciplinary work bridges postcolonial theory, feminist studies, and emotional history, with a focus on marginalized communities. Research Focus: Queer historiography in modern Germany, tracing legal/social evolution from imperial era to reunification Intersection of migration and sexuality, analyzing how mobility reshaped intimate practices in 20th-century Europe Oral history methodologies centering voices of LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly through autobiographical narratives Emotional impacts of legal discrimination and liberation movements in post-war Germany He leads the Queer and Feminist Studies Working Group and Interviewing/Oral History Working Group at EUI. His publications demonstrate consistent examination of how power structures shape intimate lives, with recent works emphasizing spatial dimensions of queer history and methodological innovations. Supervision & Collaborations: Gammerl mentors 17 doctoral researchers on topics ranging from Sicilian anti-mafia LGBTQ+ activism to 18th-century Parisian lesbian networks. He collaborates with Goldsmiths Centre for Queer History and Vienna's Sammlung Frauennachlässe archive, strengthening transnational research networks.

Ian Condryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Anthropology
• Media Studies
• Japanese Popular Culture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ian Condry is a Professor at MIT in the Department of Comparative Media Studies/Writing, with an affiliated appointment in Anthropology. A cultural anthropologist specializing in sound and Japanese popular culture, he founded the MIT Spatial Sound Lab in 2019 and authored two seminal books, Hip-Hop Japan and The Soul of Anime , exploring cultural globalization and collaborative creativity. Education: BA in Government from Harvard (1987), PhD in Anthropology from Yale (1999) His research focuses on the “spatial anthropology of sound,” examining electronic music performance in Tokyo, Boston, and Berlin. He also investigates how music and social media enable “end-around” strategies for cultural change, bypassing direct confrontation with power structures. Condry’s academic work spans media, nationalism, and post-disaster cultural action, as seen in articles like Post-3/11 Japan (2011) and Youth, Intimacy, and Blood (2007). Current projects include a book analyzing musicians in the post-recording industry era. At MIT, he co-organizes the Dissolve Music festival and taught courses since 2002. He served as former Head of Global Studies and Languages and contributes to the Technology Broadcasting Corporation’s Executive Committee. Beyond academia, Condry performs as the electronic artist Leftroman and hosts the Japanese hip-hop radio show “Near and Far” on WMBR (2018–2024).

Sylvia Niehuisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Romantic relationship development
• Idealization and disillusionment in couples
• Transition from dating to marriage
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sylvia Niehuis is a Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences at Texas Tech University’s College of Human Sciences. She also directs the SMITTEN Lab ( Studying Maturation, Interpersonal Transitions, Theory, and Emotions in Newlyweds ), where she and her team investigate romantic relationship development across dating and marital contexts. Education and Training: While specific degree details are not provided, the title “Ph.D.” and her appointment as Professor indicate completion of doctoral training in Human Development, Family Studies, or a closely related field. Research Interests: Dr. Niehuis’s program of research centers on how romantic relationships evolve within ecological systems—family, peers, culture, and even climate change. She examines idealization and disillusionment , the transition from dating to cohabitation and marriage , and relationship dissolution . Methodologically, she integrates surveys, daily diaries, interviews, experiments, physiological assays, language analysis, and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). Publication Trends: Her most recent work (2019–2024) demonstrates a consistent focus on disillusionment processes across multiple contexts—premarital pregnancy, dating-app use, neuroimaging correlates, and cross-cultural validation of measures. A growing emphasis on big-data and machine-learning approaches is evident, culminating in a 2020 PNAS paper leveraging 43 longitudinal couples studies. Scientific Awards: Berscheid-Hatfield Award for Distinguished Mid-Career Achievement, International Association for Relationship Research IARR Article Award (Runner-Up, 2019–2020) Top Four Paper Award, Interpersonal Communication Division, Western States Communication Association Integrated Scholar Recognition, Office of the Provost, Texas Tech University Nancy J. Bell Graduate Faculty Excellence in Mentoring Award Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award, Center for Active Learning and Undergraduate Engagement, TTU Teaching Award, International Association for Relationship Research Elected Membership, Teaching Academy, TTU President’s Excellence in Teaching Award, TTU Advising, Mentorship, and Funding: Dr. Niehuis has mentored numerous graduate and undergraduate researchers, many of whom appear as co-authors on her publications. Although she is currently not accepting new graduate students , the SMITTEN lab continues to foster collaboration among faculty, graduate, and undergraduate researchers through weekly meetings and shared projects. Laboratory and Team: The SMITTEN lab— Studying Maturation, Interpersonal Transitions, Theory, and Emotions in Newlyweds —maintains an active longitudinal project following predominantly Hispanic newlywed couples in the Lubbock area. The lab’s infrastructure supports survey, interview, and fMRI data collection, and it encourages community participation via hs.smitten@ttu.edu.