جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jesenia Pizarroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Firearm Related Harms
• Homicide
• Violent Crime
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jesenia Pizarro is a Professor at Arizona State University (ASU), affiliated with the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice within the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions. She also serves the Office of Gender-Based Violence (OGBV). Her research focuses on firearm-related harms, homicide, violent crime prevention, correctional policy, and transdisciplinary methodologies. Dr. Pizarro holds editorial roles, including Editor-in-Chief of Homicide Studies , and contributes to organizations like the Research Society for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms and the Homicide Research Working Group. She has secured federal grants from agencies such as NSF, NIH, and BJA for projects addressing urban violence and intimate partner homicide prevention. Her work emphasizes evidence-based practices and community engagement to reduce violence and improve criminal justice outcomes. Education: Ph.D. (Criminal Justice, Rutgers University, 2005); M.A. (Criminal Justice, Rutgers, 2002); B.S. (Criminal Justice, Rutgers, 2000). Research Interests: Situational factors in violence, firearm injury prevention, correctional practices, and interdisciplinary approaches to crime reduction. Her recent studies explore the impact of community initiatives on crime, pandemic effects on homicide research, and juvenile homicide prevention strategies. Awards: Western Society of Criminology Fellows Award, Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Outstanding Mentor Award, and Athena Young Professional Leadership Award. Her work has been recognized with prestigious academic acknowledgments. Grants & Advising: Managed over $3M in federal grants focused on urban violence and intimate partner homicide. Advises on policies and collaborates with law enforcement agencies nationwide. Active in mentoring students and early-career researchers. Labs/Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams in the AzIPH study and initiatives to prevent firearm violence. Collaborates with the National Center for School Safety and University of Michigan’s Institute of Firearm Injury Prevention.

Natalie Prowseمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Family Law
• Domestic Violence
• Intimate Partner Homicide
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Natalie Prowse is a Senior Lecturer in the Law School at University of Huddersfield's School of Business, Education and Law. She joined in 2014, became Senior Lecturer in 2016, and serves as Course Leader for LLB Law with Criminology. Qualified as a Solicitor in 2007 with practice experience in family/childcare law at firms including Chadwick Lawrence LLP. Her research centers on family law dynamics , particularly domestic violence and legal responses to female-perpetrated intimate partner homicide. Current PhD investigates criminal-law intersections in domestic abuse cases under supervisors Dr. Bernard Gallagher and Dr. Grainen McMahon. Previous LLM research analyzed financial remedies for cohabiting couples. No articles or awards listed. Additional roles include Honorary Secretary for Huddersfield and Dewsbury Incorporated Law Society.

• Social Inequalities
• Poverty and Homelessness
• Public Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amy Donley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Central Florida (UCF) and serves as Director of the Institute for Social and Behavioral Science (ISBS). Her work focuses on social inequalities, poverty, homelessness, food insecurity, and the intersection of public policy with public health and crime. She leads interdisciplinary research initiatives addressing substance use, domestic violence policy efficacy, and systemic barriers faced by marginalized populations. Current projects include a multi-method study of opioid-related overdose deaths in Central Florida hotels, evaluations of food security programs with United Against Poverty, and a Department of Justice-funded analysis of reentry support for incarcerated individuals with opioid use disorders. She also investigates food deserts in the U.S. and Canada, the 'twindemic' of poverty and intimate partner violence, and the legal implications of Good Samaritan laws. Dr. Donley actively mentors students through UCF's Undergraduate Research Assistant program, supervising up to 20 students annually, and chairs multiple thesis/dissertation committees. Her research emphasizes applied sociology, bridging academic inquiry with community-based solutions. She collaborates with organizations like AARP, Florida Department of Children and Families, and local health institutions to translate research into actionable policy recommendations.

Jonathan Goldingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Psychology and Law
• Juror Decision-Making
• Child Abuse Testimony
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Golding is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at University of Kentucky's College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in juror decision-making in victimization cases. Education: Ph.D. - University of Denver (1986) Research Focus: Golding investigates how jurors evaluate testimony in cases involving child abuse, elder abuse, stalking, adult rape, and domestic violence. His lab examines factors influencing legal outcomes such as witness credibility, expert testimony, and evidentiary rules. Teaching Recognition: Kentucky Professor of the Year (2011) Chancellor's Award for Teaching (1994, 1998) College Outstanding Teacher Award (2006) Excellence in Teaching Large Classes (2016) Chellgren Endowed Professor Publication Trends: Golding's recent work (2025) explores courtroom dynamics in sexual assault cases, examining how DNA evidence, victim characteristics, and institutional roles affect juror perceptions. Earlier work established frameworks for understanding self-defense claims in partner violence. Course Development: Created forensic psychology courses including Eyewitness Testimony (PSY 562) and developed honors seminars on violence from social science perspectives.

Marina Sorochinskiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Investigative Psychology
• Wrongful Convictions
• Behavioral Analysis in Violent Crimes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marina Sorochinski is a tenure-track Assistant Professor at St. John’s University’s Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies , within the Division of Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, and Homeland Security . Her expertise lies in applying psychological principles to improve police investigations, particularly in analyzing behavioral patterns in violent crimes and wrongful convictions. She holds a PhD in Psychology (specializing in Psychology & Law) from CUNY Graduate Center and an MA in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Dr. Sorochinski’s research focuses on investigative psychology, including evidence-based profiling for violent offenses, cyber-sexual abuse dynamics, and the systemic issues contributing to wrongful convictions. She has collaborated with agencies like the FBI and South African Police Service. Her work has been recognized through a prestigious National Institute of Justice fellowship. Education: PhD in Psychology (Psychology & Law), CUNY Graduate Center MA in Forensic Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice Her teaching spans courses such as Forensic Psychology , Wrongful Convictions , and Psychological Processes of Radicalization . She emphasizes empowering students beyond academics, advocating for transformative educational experiences. Dr. Sorochinski actively publishes and presents globally, contributing to both academic and policy-oriented discussions on criminal justice reform and victim advocacy. Awards: National Institute of Justice Research Fellowship Her research bridges theory and practice, addressing real-world challenges in criminal investigations and the profound societal impacts of wrongful convictions. She is committed to fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to advance justice systems internationally.

• Gender-Based Violence
• Social Epidemiology
• Intervention Evaluation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexa Yakubovich is an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University specializing in gender-based violence prevention. Her CIHR-funded research examines health system responses to domestic violence and housing interventions for survivors. She has received multiple awards including the Rhodes Scholarship. Research integrates social epidemiology and implementation science to develop equity-focused interventions. Current projects analyze violence prevention in healthcare settings and COVID-19 impacts on marginalized groups. Publications include systematic reviews on self-defense laws and intimate partner violence risk factors. She leads the 'Health System Impact' embedded research program to improve services for violence survivors.

Alyssa W. Chamberlainمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Communities and crime
• Prisoner reentry
• Quantitative methods
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Alyssa W. Chamberlain is an Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Programs in the School of Criminology & Criminal Justice at Arizona State University (ASU). She holds a Ph.D. in Criminology, Law and Society from the University of California, Irvine (2012), an M.S. from American University (2003), and a B.A. from Brigham Young University (2000). Her research focuses on neighborhood dynamics, prisoner reentry, recidivism, and quantitative methods, with a particular emphasis on GIS/mapping to analyze spatial patterns of crime and social inequality. Chamberlain's work examines how incarceration and reentry processes influence community structures and vice versa. She has explored topics such as parolee distribution's impact on neighborhood crime, the relationship between housing disinvestment and criminal activity, and the effects of neighborhood socioeconomic conditions on recidivism. Her research often intersects with policy implications, aiming to inform strategies for community safety and reintegration. Chamberlain serves on multiple committees within her school, including the Undergraduate Committee and Graduate Committee, reflecting her leadership in academic administration. She regularly teaches courses like Community Justice and Seminar in Criminology , emphasizing applied criminological theory and practical research skills. Her professional affiliations include the American Society of Criminology and the American Sociological Association. Key areas of her scholarship include the spatial mismatch between parolees' residence and employment locations, the role of neighborhood social control in crime prevention, and the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for monitoring physical disorder. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges criminology, urban studies, and quantitative methodology, contributing to both academic discourse and policy development.

Cassandra Crifasiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Gun violence prevention
• Gun policy
• Policy evaluation
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Cassandra Crifasi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She is Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions and core faculty in the Center for Injury Research and Policy and the Center for Health Disparities Solutions. Her research centers on public health approaches to reducing violence, with a focus on gun policy, injury epidemiology, and public opinion. Her educational background includes: PhD, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2014 MPH, Drexel University School of Public Health, 2010 BS, Central Washington University, 2006 Dr. Crifasi’s research interests lie at the intersection of public health and public safety. She investigates how evidence-based policies can reduce gun violence, evaluates the impact of firearm legislation, and studies social epidemiology related to injury prevention. Her work often addresses health disparities and the role of social vulnerability in violence exposure. Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in policy evaluation, particularly on firearm purchaser licensing, intimate partner homicide, police shootings, and firearm violence among marginalized populations. The research employs rigorous epidemiological methods, including regression modeling, scoping reviews, and geospatial analysis, to inform public health interventions and legislative reforms. Her scientific awards and recognitions include: American Journal of Public Health Editor’s Choice Award (2018) NIH Health Disparities Loan Repayment Program Award (2017–2019) The Jess Kraus Award in Injury Epidemiology (2017) Phi Beta Kappa, Johns Hopkins University (2015) The Alison Snow Jones Prize (2014) Susan P. Baker Scholarship in Injury Prevention (2013) Multiple pre-doctoral fellowships from NIOSH and NICHD Delta Omega Honor Society (2010) Dr. Crifasi has secured significant research funding and leads interdisciplinary teams focused on gun violence solutions. She mentors students and early-career researchers in public health and injury prevention. Her work is deeply engaged with community stakeholders through SOURCE, the Center for Community Engagement and Service-Learning. She is actively involved in translating research into policy recommendations and public education initiatives. She is affiliated with multiple research centers and collaborates extensively on national studies related to occupational safety, firearm violence, and health equity. Her leadership in the Center for Gun Violence Solutions positions her at the forefront of evidence-based advocacy for firearm safety legislation.

Katarina Hownerمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Forensic Psychiatry
• Psychopathy
• Neuroscience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katarina Howner is an Adjunct Lecturer and Docent at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Clinical Neuroscience, where she leads the Forensic Behavioral and Neuroscience Research Group. She holds a dual role as a part-time senior consultant at Sweden's National Board of Forensic Medicine, conducting forensic psychiatric assessments. Her academic journey includes a medical degree (2001) and PhD (2010) from Karolinska Institutet, with specializations in psychiatry (2013) and forensic psychiatry (2018). She attained the rank of Associate Professor in Psychiatry in 2022. Her research explores biological correlates of psychopathy, empathy deficits, and violence through projects like GeBra (gene-brain interactions in psychopathy) and RPU 2.0 (mental disorders and crime dynamics). Key interests include neuroimaging biomarkers, intimate partner violence, custody dispute outcomes, and forensic treatment efficacy. She has secured grants such as the Swedish Research Council project on metabolic effects of antipsychotics (2023-2024). Her publications predominantly focus on psychopathy assessment, neurobiological markers in offenders, and forensic diagnostics. Recent works demonstrate methodological diversity—from neurogenetics (COMT Val158Met) to population-level homicide studies. Consistent themes include psychopathy measurement refinement, gender-specific violence patterns, and clinical applications of neuroimaging. She actively supervises doctoral candidates including Hannibal Ölund Alonso (psychopathy genetics) and Ayman Fakih (intimate partner violence). Her research group collaborates with the National Board of Forensic Medicine, Stockholm University, and international institutions. She directs the Research School in Clinical Psychiatry (2021-2025) and teaches forensic psychiatry across multiple disciplines.

Lynn Addingtonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Criminology
• Victimology
• Crime Statistics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Lynn Addington serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Public Administration and Policy at American University, with additional affiliation at the Center for Israel Studies. Her academic career combines criminological expertise with practical legal experience, having practiced law for four years before pursuing graduate studies. Education: PhD, State University of New York, Albany MA, State University of New York, Albany JD, University of Pennsylvania BS, Northwestern University Addington's research focuses on violent crime measurement, victimization patterns, and the utilization of U.S. crime statistics, with recent emphasis on older adults, aging in place, and safety concerns. Her work spans school violence, campus victimization, fear of crime, and the long-term effects of events like Columbine. She has made significant contributions to understanding intimate partner violence, particularly among LGB individuals and older women. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a methodological strength in using national crime datasets (NCVS, NIBRS) to examine victimization patterns across different demographic groups. Her work increasingly incorporates intersectional approaches, examining how race, gender, and age intersect in victimization experiences and responses. Scientific Awards: AU's top faculty research award (2016) Addington has secured substantial research funding as Principal Investigator from the National Institute of Justice, American Educational Research Association, American Statistical Association, and Bureau of Justice Statistics. Her current work includes a $195,135 project on intimate partner violence against older women (2022-2024). She previously served as editor-in-chief of Homicide Studies and regularly consults for the Census Bureau and U.S. Department of Education on federal crime surveys. Addington is also active in policy engagement, having participated in congressional panels and contributed to the Age Friendly DC Task Force.

Roger Enriquezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Criminology
• Digital Divide
• Latino Policy Issues
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Roger Enriquez is an Associate Professor in the Criminology & Criminal Justice Department at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) , affiliated with the College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) . He holds a J.D. from University of Iowa College of Law (2001) and a B.B.A. from UTSA (1998) . Education: J.D. (2001), B.B.A. (1998) His research spans digital divide dynamics in small businesses, Latino policy issues (housing, education, labor), criminal law , and immigration law . Recent studies focus on intra-city broadband disparities, social exclusion theory, and gentrification impacts in San Antonio, a majority-minority city. Key article trends include: Digital equity using Resources and Appropriation Theory (2025) Domestic violence statistics in Texas (2019) Community-driven policy analysis via multilingual surveys (2019) Immigration enforcement impacts on families (2016) His work aligns with HCAP's mission to address social issues through research and community partnerships.

Kristina Nikolovaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Policy Analysis
• Gender Equality
• Intimate Partner Violence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kristina Nikolova is an Associate Professor at the School of Social Work at the University of Windsor , where she coordinates the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program. Her research focuses on gender-based violence, child maltreatment, policy analysis, and quantitative research methodologies. PhD from the University of Toronto MSW from the University of Windsor BSc from Western University Postdoctoral training at Rutgers University She has secured over $1.02 million in research funding, including grants from the National Institute of Justice and the Michigan Health Endowment Fund. Her work examines how policies and organizational practices influence violence against women and children, with a focus on improving child protection systems and training for social workers. Her funded projects include: TANF Program and Policy Implementation in Michigan (2020–2024, $500,000) Strengths-Based Supervision in Child Welfare (2020–2022, $100,000) Financial Measures for IPV Survivors (2018–2020, $422,571) Nikolova actively bridges research with policy advocacy, emphasizing international social work and systemic improvements for vulnerable families.

Karen F. Parkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Violence
• Criminology
• Racial Segregation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Karen F. Parker is a Professor of Sociology & Criminal Justice at the University of Delaware, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. Her research focuses on macro-level influences on urban violence, including labor markets, racial segregation, and concentrated disadvantage. She has contributed to key journals like Criminology and American Journal of Public Health , and edited the book Taking Stock of Homicide (2023). Parker’s work emphasizes racial threat theories and structural inequalities in explaining crime trends. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology, North Carolina State University M.S. in Sociology, North Carolina State University B.A. in Sociology, University of North Carolina Wilmington Research Interests: Parker’s work bridges criminology and public health, examining how systemic factors like economic instability, racial disparities, and urban policies shape violence. She analyzes homicide clearance rates, intimate partner violence, and the impact of entrepreneurship on crime reduction. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates quantitative analysis with policy-oriented insights. Key Themes in Articles: Her recent work highlights racial disparities in police violence, the role of housing instability in homicide, and the structural drivers of urban crime. She critiques traditional crime theories while advocating for context-specific interventions. Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not detailed, her prolific publication record suggests sustained research funding. No advisee names are listed in the provided text. Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned. Her collaborations likely center on interdisciplinary crime research networks.

Margaret Schmuhlمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Violence against women
• Gender and crime
• Sex offending and policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Margaret Schmuhl is an Associate Professor at the Department of Criminal Justice, SUNY Oswego. She was on leave until Fall 2023 and holds an office in 260 Poucher Hall. Her work focuses on violence against women, gender and crime dynamics, cross-national crime patterns, and quantitative methods. She completed her Ph.D. in Criminal Justice at the CUNY Graduate Center/John Jay College in 2017, with a dissertation titled Patriarchy and Varieties of Violence against Women: A contextual analysis , supervised by Dr. Karen Terry. Dr. Schmuhl's research has been supported by grants including the Writing Across the Curriculum Fellowship ($23,000) and the Diversity Projects Development Fund ($4,902). She has presented at major conferences like the American Society of Criminology and has collaborated on projects such as crime mapping and restorative justice initiatives with organizations like Good Shepherd Services. Her awards include multiple Doctoral Student Conference Grants (CUNY), the Rudin Graduate Research Fellowship, and the President’s Public Service Fellowship. She is affiliated with the American Society of Criminology and Alpha Phi Sigma. Her teaching spans courses like CRJ 101, CRJ 220, and CRJ 387. Key research themes include gender-based violence, mass shootings, globalization impacts on crime, and LGBTQ+ experiences in intimate partner violence. She employs mixed-methods approaches, including SPSS, Stata, and GIS tools for spatial analysis.

Dabney Evansمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Gender-Based Violence
• Reproductive Health
• Femicide
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dabney Evans is an Associate Professor in the Department of Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health, with dual appointment in the Hubert Department of Global Health. She serves as Director of the Center for Humanitarian Emergencies and the Emory University Institute of Human Rights, focusing her work at the intersection of gender, health, and human rights. Dr. Evans received her BA from Arizona State University, MPH from Emory University (1998), and PhD in law from the University of Aberdeen (2011). Her research centers on gender-based violence, particularly femicide, intimate partner violence, reproductive health, and abortion access. She has led multiple international projects including care coordination for IPV survivors in Atlanta, domestic homicide fatality reviews in Georgia, development of a safety decision aid for IPV survivors in Brazil, and global studies on femicide perpetration. Her scholarly work shows a strong focus on translating research into practice through policy advocacy and innovative interventions. Recent publications demonstrate increasing attention to the impacts of restrictive abortion policies, perpetrator perspectives in femicide, and culturally responsive approaches to violence prevention. Her work spans epidemiological studies, qualitative analyses of victim and perpetrator experiences, and policy evaluations across multiple countries. Crystal Apple for excellence in professional school education (2015) Unsung Heroine Award (2016) American Public Health Association Mid-Career Award in International Health (2017) Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health Early Career Teaching Award (2018) Hubert Department of Public Health Research Award (2021) As an educator, Dr. Evans has trained over 19,000 learners from 171 countries since 2010, including developing the first English-language MOOC on Ebola Virus Disease and a Coursera course on Health in Humanitarian Emergencies. She has mentored over fifty Master's theses and served as Co-Director of Graduate Studies for the Hubert Department of Global Health (2016-2021). She is fluent in Portuguese and maintains active research collaborations in Brazil and across Latin America. Her leadership extends to serving on the scientific advisory group for The Lancet Commission on Gender-Based Violence, as a regular contributor to The Hill, and as a board member of the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Her work consistently bridges academic research, policy advocacy, and community-based interventions to address gender-based violence globally.