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Kyoko Omoriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Japanese Popular Culture
• Film Studies
• Media Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kyoko Omori is an Associate Professor of Japanese in the Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures at Hamilton College, appointed to the faculty in 2002. She serves as a core member of the Digital Humanities Initiative since 2010 and holds leadership roles including Chair of the East Asian Languages and Literatures Department (2014-18) and Director of the Asian Studies Program (2013-15). Her current service includes the Faculty Committee on Admission and Financial Aid (2019-present) and the Cinema and New Media Studies Program. Her educational credentials include: Ph.D., Ohio State University M.A., Ohio State University Omori's research centers on 20th-century Japanese popular culture with emphases on interwar film/magazines, Occupation-period radio, and silent film narrators (benshi). She pioneered the 'Benshi: Silent Film Narrators in Japan' digital archive, integrating literary and cinematic analysis through digital humanities. Her scholarship spans Japanese modernism, detective fiction, Higuchi Ichiyo's diaries, and vernacular modernism, examining how media forms reflect sociopolitical transformations in modern Japan. Her publication trajectory reveals consistent engagement with media archaeology and cultural translation, particularly the transnational flow of formats like American radio shows adapted during the Occupation. Key analytical threads include sensory experience in film narration, gender in Meiji literature, and Pacific Rim migratory patterns, demonstrating interdisciplinary methodology bridging film studies, literary criticism, and historical media analysis. Major distinctions include: Hakuhodo Foundation’s Japanese Research Fellowship (2018) SSRC/JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship (2007-08) Japan Foundation Japanese Studies Research Fellowship (2007-08) Twentieth-Century Japan Research Award (2006) Hamako Ito Chaplin Award for teaching excellence Christian A. Johnson Teaching Enhancement Award Class of 1966 Career Development Award Research funding encompasses major external grants from the Japan Foundation (as PI for 'Performing Arts Japan'), Nichibunken, Prange Collection, and Freeman Foundation, alongside eight Emerson Foundation/Asian Studies student-faculty collaborations (2005-2020). Her teaching portfolio features innovative courses like 'Modern Japan: From A(-Bomb) to (Dragon Ball-)Z' and field studies in Japan, reflecting her commitment to experiential learning. As co-founder of Hamilton's Digital Humanities Initiative, she directs the ongoing 'Benshi' archive project while maintaining active roles in professional organizations including the Association for Asian Studies, Modern Language Association, and Japan's Association for Showa Literature.

• Social Stratification
• Comparative Sociology
• Global Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Harold R. Kerbo is a Professor of Sociology at California Polytechnic State University since 1977. He has held Fulbright professorships in Japan, Thailand, and Austria, and visiting roles in Great Britain, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Thailand, and Japan. He received the Abe Fellowship (2006-2007) for fieldwork on poverty programs in Southeast Asia. His research focuses on social stratification, global inequality, poverty dynamics, and comparative societies. Kerbo is author of leading textbooks including Social Stratification and Inequality (7th ed.) and World Poverty , and creator of the McGraw-Hill Comparative Societies Series. He holds a B.A. (1970), M.A. (1972) from the University of Oklahoma, and a Ph.D. (1975) from Virginia Tech. His recent work includes The Tragedy of Cambodian Poverty (forthcoming) analyzing post-conflict deprivation. He has authored/co-authored over 11 books in the Comparative Societies Series, examining nations like Japan, Germany, and Thailand. His current projects explore global poverty frameworks and structural inequality mechanisms. Awards: Fulbright Professorships (Asia/Europe), Abe Fellowship (2006-2007) Editorial Roles: General Editor of McGraw-Hill Comparative Societies Series Key Contributions: Pioneered sociological analysis of poverty programs in Southeast Asia, established comparative societal frameworks for academic publishing

• Virology
• Bioinformatics
• Genomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr John-Sebastian Eden is a Senior Research Fellow in Bioinformatics and Genomics at the University of Sydney, affiliated with the Westmead Institute for Medical Research and Sydney Medical School. His work focuses on viral evolution, pathogen discovery, and genomic epidemiology. He joined the University in 2013 with an NHMRC Early Career Fellowship, specializing in viral genome sequencing and bioinformatics methods. Current research includes respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) evolution, metatranscriptomics for pathogen discovery, and HIV reservoir dynamics. Key affiliations: Westmead Institute for Medical Research Charles Perkins Centre Marie Bashir Institute for Infectious Diseases Research interests span viral emergence mechanisms, zoonotic diseases, and clinical metagenomics. Notable projects include: Evolutionary dynamics of RSV in Australia Genomic surveillance of Hendra virus in bats Unbiased pathogen discovery in complex infections Publications emphasize viral epidemiology, with recent work on Japanese encephalitis emergence, SARS-CoV-2 transmission analysis, and Hendra virus variants. Awards include the NHMRC Peter Doherty Fellowship (2014-2018). Current HDR students investigate viral-host interactions in immunocompromised patients and wildlife pathogen discovery. Labs/teams: Part of the Centre for Virus Research and leads the Bioinformatics and Pathogen Genomics group. Collaborates with global networks for genomic epidemiology.

• Chinese Foreign Policy
• East Asian Security
• Rise of Great Powers
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Glosny is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of National Security Affairs at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS), with additional roles as an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for National Strategic Studies (INSS) at the National Defense University. He holds a Ph.D. from MIT and has held fellowships at Harvard University’s Belfer Center and Olin Institute for Strategic Studies. His research focuses on Chinese foreign policy, East Asian security dynamics, and the strategic behavior of rising powers. He is currently working on a book analyzing how rising powers’ strategies influence balancing behaviors by other major states, drawing historical parallels with Bismarckian Germany and modern China. His expertise includes U.S. alliances in East Asia, the evolution of China’s foreign and security policies, and geopolitical shifts in the Indo-Pacific region. He has conducted extensive fieldwork in China and Taiwan, achieving fluency in Mandarin. Teaching interests span introductory international relations, Chinese political economy, and security governance. Recent projects include co-directing a study on Asian-American perceptions of shifting global power balances with Satu Limaye of the East-West Center. Publications span journals like International Security and Asian Security , exploring topics such as China’s influence in developing Asia, Sino-Russian cooperation, and U.S. naval strategy in East Asia. His work consistently bridges academic analysis with policy-relevant insights, emphasizing both historical context and contemporary strategic challenges.

Safiye KIRANLARمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Turkish Republican History
• Social History of Turkey
• Colonialism and Nationalism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Safiye KIRANLAR is a distinguished faculty member at Sakarya University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Department of History. She has served at the university since 1995, progressing through academic ranks from Research Assistant to her current position as Professor since 2018. Her distinguished career spans Ottoman and Turkish Republican history with particular expertise in social, economic, and diplomatic history. Dr. KIRANLAR earned her Doctorate from Istanbul University's Atatürk's Principles and Revolution History Institute (1999-2005), where she completed her thesis on 'Social welfare activities in Turkey during the war years (1914-1923)'. She also holds a Master's degree from Sakarya University's Institute of Social Sciences (1994-1996) with a thesis on 'Istanbul Bab Court judgment record dated 1277/1278 AH (text transcription)', and her undergraduate degree from Uludağ University, Balıkesir Necatibey Faculty of Education in History (1989-1993). Her research interests focus on Turkish Republican history, social history of Turkey, colonialism and nationalism, Ottoman-Turkish economic history, diplomatic history of Turkey, calendar and time concepts in Ottoman/Turkish history, women's history, and social aid policies. Her scholarly work demonstrates a consistent exploration of Turkey's transformation from the Ottoman Empire to the Republic, with particular attention to social welfare systems, economic structures, and cultural transformations during critical historical periods. Dr. KIRANLAR's publications reveal a strong focus on economic history, particularly commodity trade (opium, figs), social welfare systems during wartime, diplomatic relations, and the evolution of timekeeping and calendar systems in Turkey. Her research often utilizes primary sources such as provincial budgets, court records, and historical documents to provide nuanced understandings of Turkey's social and economic development. Genç Sosyal Bilimciler Yarışması [En İyi Doktora Tezi Ödülü] - Savaş Yıllarında Türkiye'de Sosyal Yardım Faaliyetleri (1914-1923) - Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi - 2007 Dr. KIRANLAR has supervised numerous graduate students, including doctoral candidates on topics ranging from Turkish-American relations to women's history and economic history. She has led significant research projects including 'Modernleşen İstanbul'da Tahtakale'nin Sosyo-Ekonomik, Demografik ve Mekânsal Dönüşümünün Analizi, 1876-1918' (2023), 'Osmanlı'dan Cumhuriyet'e Markalaşma Ve Marka Tescilinin Analizi (1871-1931)' (TÜBİTAK, 2019), and 'Osmanlı'dan Cumhuriyet'e Türkiye'de Afyon Ziraati ve Ticareti (1900-1939)' (2015). She currently teaches courses including History of Colonialism, Social and Cultural History of Turkey, Colonialism and Nationalisms After the Industrial Revolution, and Social Aid Policies from the Second Constitutional Monarchy to the Republic.

Marco ZAPPAمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Relations
• East Asian Urbanization
• Japanese Contemporary Politics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marco ZAPPA is an Associate Professor at the Department of Asian and North African Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He holds the National Scientific Qualification (ASN) as Associate Professor in the 10/N3 sector. His research focuses on East Asian international development, urbanization, Japan’s contemporary politics, and Asia-Europe relations. He coordinates the Global Asian Studies (GAS) minor at the Ca' Foscari International College and is a member of the Marco Polo Center’s scientific committee. Education : PhD in Asian and African Studies (Ca' Foscari) and Southeast Asian Studies (Humboldt University of Berlin), 2017 Master's in Languages and Economic/Legal Institutions of East Asia, Ca' Foscari, 2012 Bachelor's in Asian and African Languages/Cultures, University of Turin, 2009 Research Interests : Urbanization and territorial politics in East Asia Japan’s foreign policy and Indo-Pacific strategy Smart city development and special economic zones Asia-Europe diplomatic and economic relations Recent Activities : Organized international workshops on urban studies and Korean/Japanese history Participated in projects like the EU-Japan Strategic Partnership analysis and EUTOPIA Young Leaders Academy Presented at major conferences (EuroSEAS, EAJS, NAJS) Teaching : Master’s courses in Japanese language and Asian studies Undergraduate courses on Japanese history and international relations Coordinator of Global Asian Studies programs Grants & Funding : €13,050 for organizing the 2024 Critical Area Studies workshop PhD scholarship (2013–2016) Professional Affiliations : European Association for Japanese Studies (EAJS) Association for Asian Studies (AAS) Editorial boards of journals like Annali di Ca’ Foscari and Asia Maior

• Computer Science
• Theory of Computing
• Programming Languages
• +۹ مورد دیگر

HAGIYA Masami is a Senior Professor at the Graduate School of Information Science and Technology , University of Tokyo. His research spans theoretical and practical aspects of computing, including software verification, molecular robotics, and DNA computing. Specialty : Computer science Research Themes : Analysis, verification, and synthesis of computational models Research Interests focus on bridging formal methods with biochemical computation systems. His work integrates software engineering and mathematical logic to develop novel approaches in symbolic execution and runtime verification , while pioneering research in molecular robots and DNA-based computing architectures. Scientific Awards include multiple Japanese government grants across diverse domains: Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) (2020-2022) Challenging Research (Exploratory) (2017-2020) Scientific Research on Innovative Areas (multiple projects 2012-2016) Scientific Research (B) (2014-2016)

Anwar Hossainمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Biotechnology
• Molecular Biology
• Bioinformatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anwar Hossain serves as a Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University's Center for Biotechnology Education, teaching in the MS in Bioinformatics program. With over 15 years of combined experience in government-sponsored research institutes and academic R&D, he integrates practical industry insights into courses like Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Advanced Cell Biology using flex-blend learning strategies. His educational milestones include: PhD recipient of the Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Tokyo under the JSPS program Hossain's research spans biotechnology, molecular biology, and chemistry with specialized expertise in small molecule synthesis, recombinant DNA methodologies, DNA barcode analysis, SNP detection, and biomarker development. His work includes inventing a novel antibody for vertebrate fast skeletal muscle myosin and investigating metalloproteins and cellular transition metal-induced gene expression. His professional recognition features: Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship JSPS Postdoctoral Research Fellowship He has managed multiple grant-in-aid collaborative research projects and founded Infinite International Consultancy, specializing in FDA/EPA-regulated biomarker and antimicrobial product development. His academic appointments include faculty roles at the University of Toronto Mississauga's Institute for Management and Innovation and Toronto Metropolitan University's Department of Chemistry and Biology.

• Traffic Engineering
• Civil Engineering Planning
• Road Safety
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hiroshi Suzuki serves as a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Nagoya Institute of Technology, Japan, specializing in traffic engineering and urban infrastructure development. His work bridges academic research with practical transportation solutions, focusing on road safety, sustainable mobility, and innovative infrastructure design for mixed-traffic environments involving pedestrians, cyclists, and emerging electric mobility devices. His educational qualifications include: Doctor of Engineering from Nagoya University Master of Engineering in Geoenvironmental Engineering from Nagoya University Graduate School Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from Nagoya University School of Engineering Professor Suzuki's research centers on creating safer urban transportation ecosystems through empirical analysis of traffic behavior. Current projects investigate electric scooter-pedestrian interactions, road marking effectiveness, and two-stage crossing facilities, with emphasis on user-centric infrastructure design. His methodology combines field observations, statistical modeling, and international comparative studies to develop evidence-based solutions for contemporary mobility challenges including micro-mobility integration and pedestrian safety in dense urban settings. Analysis of his 2022-2024 publications reveals consistent focus on traffic safety engineering with strong empirical grounding in Japanese urban contexts. Key trends include bicycle infrastructure evaluation, pedestrian-vehicle conflict analysis, and micro-mobility impact assessment, characterized by methodological rigor in behavioral observation and statistical validation. His work increasingly addresses sustainable mobility transitions through electric vehicle integration studies while maintaining core expertise in traditional traffic safety engineering. His educational contributions have been formally recognized through: Nagoya Institute of Technology Faculty Evaluation: Special Excellent Teacher (2022) Nagoya Institute of Technology Faculty Evaluation: Excellent Teacher (2023) As Principal Investigator for multiple research initiatives, he secured a JSPS Grant-in-Aid (4.68 million yen, 2023-2026) for low-speed mobility infrastructure research and commissioned projects from Nagoya City (1.17 million yen) and private industry (0.663 million yen) focused on traffic safety evaluation. His collaborative approach extends to joint research including a 26 million yen university-wide project on mathematical simulation for sustainable societies. He actively contributes to the 'Mathematical Integrated Simulator' project (2022-2025) at Nagoya Institute of Technology, collaborating with multidisciplinary researchers to develop simulation frameworks for urban safety. His leadership in academic societies including the Japan Society of Civil Engineers (serving continuously since 2011 in committee roles) and International Traffic Safety Association amplifies his impact on transportation policy and practice.

• Network Engineering
• Quality of Experience
• Information-Centric Networking
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Toshiro Nunome serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Information Engineering at Nagoya Institute of Technology, Japan, specializing in network engineering and Quality of Experience (QoE) optimization for multimedia systems. His research focuses on Information-Centric Networking (ICN), adaptive bitrate streaming, and multi-view video transmission, with significant contributions to IEEE and IEICE publications. Dr. Nunome earned his Doctor of Engineering and Master of Engineering degrees from Nagoya Institute of Technology, where he also completed undergraduate studies in the Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (1998). Prior to academia, he worked as Researcher at Pioneer Corporation's AV & Network Development Center (2000-2001). Doctor (Engineering), Nagoya Institute of Technology Master (Engineering), Nagoya Institute of Technology B.E., Nagoya Institute of Technology (1998) His research centers on user-perceived quality in multimedia delivery systems, particularly investigating cache control mechanisms in ICN/CCN architectures, multi-view video synchronization, and protocol impacts (HTTP/3, WebRTC) on streaming quality. Current work addresses emerging challenges in 5G environments, multi-link operation (MLO), and cloud gaming through rigorous subjective evaluation methodologies. Key innovations include cache hit judgment algorithms for adaptive streaming and QoE models for viewpoint changes in multi-view content. Analysis of his 10 recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a cohesive research trajectory emphasizing practical ICN/CCN implementations for QoE enhancement. The work spans theoretical modeling (cache decision policies) and applied studies (WebRTC in cloud gaming), consistently targeting real-world network constraints. A notable trend involves cross-layer optimization techniques bridging network protocols and human perception metrics. Dr. Nunome's scholarly recognition includes: IEICE Communication Quality Study Group 2021 Meritorious Service Award (2022) ICCE-TW 2021 Best Paper Award Third Place (2021) IEICE Information and System Society Activity Meritorious Service Award (2019) Multiple IEICE Communication Society Activity Awards (2010-2019) He currently leads the Japanese Grant-in-Aid project 'ICN/Wireless LAN Integrated Scalable Distribution Technology' (2024-2027) as Principal Investigator, continuing a 20-year history of competitive funding including 'QoE-based Multi-View Video Transmission' (2011-2014). His professional service spans editorial roles (IEICE Transactions) and committee leadership in IEICE Technical Committees on Communication Quality and Information-Centric Networking. Dr. Nunome actively contributes to the IEICE Technical Committee on Communication Quality and IEICE Technical Committee on Information-Centric Networking, while maintaining affiliations with IEEE, IEICE, and ITE societies. His work bridges academic research and industrial applications through ongoing collaborations with Japan's networking community.

Sunyoung Parkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modern Chinese History
• Modern Japanese History
• East Asia Culture

Sunyoung Park is a Professor at the Department of History, Sejong University, specializing in East Asian history and international relations. Her work bridges modern Chinese and Japanese history with contemporary geopolitical dynamics in the region. Ph.D. in History, Nanjing University (1996) M.S. in History, National Taiwan Normal University (1993) B.S. in History, Duksung Women’s University (1987) Her research focuses on East Asian culture , modern Chinese history , and modern Japanese history , with particular emphasis on cross-border collaborations, political declarations, and cultural exchanges. Recent work explores Korean reunification efforts, Sino-US relations, and the Korean Wave’s influence in China. Recent publications (2021–2024) include analyses of the July Fourth Joint Declaration, inter-Korean cooperation, and geopolitical strategies in East Asia. These works highlight her engagement with international relations , political journalism , and cultural diplomacy . She has collaborated extensively on regional divisions, reunification, and transnational development projects, particularly in East Asia. Her expertise in historical narrative and policy analysis positions her as a key contributor to understanding contemporary geopolitical shifts.

• machine translation
• analogy
• multilingual alignment
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Yves Lepage is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, specifically within the Graduate School of Information, Production, and Systems. He maintains an active research laboratory (lepage-lab.ips.waseda.ac.jp) and teaches courses including Example-based machine translation/NLP, Natural language processing, and Master's/Doctoral thesis supervision for the 2025 academic year. His research focuses on the application of analogical reasoning to natural language processing problems, particularly machine translation. Lepage's work spans formal analogy between strings, sentence-level analogies, morphological analysis, and multilingual systems. His research interests include machine translation, analogy, multilingual alignment, multilingual large language models, and foreign language aids. He has made significant contributions to understanding analogical density in corpora and developing methods to leverage analogies for translation, especially in low-resource scenarios. His publication record shows consistent output through 2024, with research evolving from foundational work on proportional analogy to sophisticated applications with neural networks. Recent work explores masked prompt learning for analogies, fuzzy analogies for translation, and organizing lexica into analogical grids for morphological generation across languages. Waseda University Teaching Award (Spring semester 2016) Lepage has successfully led multiple research projects funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including "Theoretically founded algorithms for the automatic production of analogy tests in NLP" (2021-2024) and "Self-explainable and fast-to-train example-based machine translation using neural networks" (2018-2021). His work has involved international collaboration, including a 2023-2024 research period at the University of Montreal. He serves as Concurrent Researcher at the Waseda Research Institute for Science and Engineering (2024-2026) and has been active in professional organizations including the Information Processing Society of Japan and the Japanese Natural Language Processing Association.

• public law
• constitutional law
• comparative constitutional law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Katsuyuki Ehara serves as Professor at the School of Law, Faculty of Law at Iwate University, where he has established himself as a leading scholar in constitutional law with a specialized focus on comparative Japanese-Italian constitutional systems. His academic profile demonstrates deep engagement with constitutional theory, judicial review mechanisms, and the application of constitutional principles across different legal traditions. Professor Ehara's research interests center on public law with particular expertise in constitutional law, comparative constitutional law, Italian constitutional law, state secularism ('laicità'), religious freedom, and EU constitutionalism. His work frequently explores the theoretical foundations of constitutional interpretation, the relationship between national constitutions and supranational legal orders, and the practical application of constitutional principles in diverse cultural contexts. A recurring theme in his scholarship is the examination of how different constitutional systems address similar challenges of governance, rights protection, and institutional design. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory examining the intersections between Japanese constitutional practice and European constitutional traditions, particularly Italian constitutional jurisprudence. His work demonstrates particular strength in analyzing constitutional adjudication methods, the principle of state secularism across different constitutional traditions, and the application of constitutional rights in diverse contexts including religious freedom, freedom of assembly, and protection against unlawful punishment. His scholarship shows increasing engagement with EU constitutionalism and the challenges of constitutional interpretation in a supranational context. The Japanese Association of Comparative Constitutional Law (2020.04 - Present) JAPAN PUBLIC LAW ASSOCIATION (October 2000 - Present) ASSOCIATION FOR STUDIES OF CONSTITUTIONAL THEORY (October 1997 - Present) JAPAN ASSOCIATION FOR STUDIES OF CONSTITUTIONAL LAW (October 1997 - Present) Professor Ehara has secured significant research funding through Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research, including projects on constitutional adjudication methods in the Italian constitutional court system (2018-2021), religious equality and republicanism in Italy (2011-2015), and state secularism in France and Italy (2008-2011). His teaching portfolio includes advanced constitutional law courses, seminars, and thesis supervision at both undergraduate and graduate levels, reflecting his commitment to developing the next generation of constitutional scholars.

• Business Administration
• Strategic Management
• Organizational Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Makoto Fujita is a Professor at the Faculty of Commerce, Waseda University , with a career spanning over three decades in business administration, strategic management, and organizational studies. Holding a Doctor of Commerce from Waseda University, his research explores the intersection of resource-based theory , industrial clusters , and intellectual property strategies . Education : Doctor of Commerce, Waseda University Graduate School (1991) Master of Commerce, Waseda University Graduate School (1986) Bachelor's in Commerce, Waseda University (1984) Research Interests : Fujita’s work centers on strategic management , organizational design , and resource-based views applied to industrial clusters and intellectual property. His studies analyze how network theory shapes regional innovation and competitive strategy, with a focus on brand valuation and intangible asset management . Articles highlight trends in interorganizational collaboration , knowledge economics , and ethical organizational structures . Scientific Awards : Japan Academy of Management Award (2008) Research Encouragement Program (Japan Society for the Study of Labor Relations, 1992) Grants & Projects : Recipient of multiple JSPS Grants-in-Aid for studies on conflict management in strategic alliances (2024–2027), regional innovation networks (2020–2023), and industrial district networks (2013–2016). His work bridges organizational theory with empirical analysis of corporate strategies . Labs & Collaborations : Fujita contributes to the Research Institute of Business Administration at Waseda University and participates in international comparative studies on financial reporting and business education. He also engages in overseas research at UCLA (2007–2008).

• Comparative and International Education
• Education and International Development
• International Cooperation in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Kazuo Kuroda is a distinguished academic at Waseda University's Graduate School of Asia-Pacific Studies, where he has served as Professor since 2006. He has held numerous leadership positions including Dean of the Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies (2020-2022), Dean of International Affairs Division (2014-2018), and Dean of the Center for International Education (2010-2012). Internationally, he serves as Vice President (2024-2025), President-elect (2025-2026), and President (2026-2027) of the Comparative and International Education Society. He is also a Visiting Research Fellow at JICA Ogata Sadako Research Institute for Peace and Development since 2008 and has served as Visiting Professor at the University of Tokyo (2010-2012). Professor Kuroda's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Education and Development Sociology from Cornell University (1996), an MA in International Development Education from Stanford University (1993), and a BA in Economics from Waseda University (1989). His professional journey began with positions at the Overseas Development Council and World Bank (1996-97), followed by academic appointments at Hiroshima University (1997-2003) before joining Waseda University in 2003. His research focuses on the intersection of education and international development, with particular emphasis on international cooperation in education, global governance of education, international higher education, and inclusive education. Professor Kuroda has made significant contributions to understanding how educational policies and practices can foster regional integration and global citizenship. His work often examines the role of Asian countries, particularly Japan, in shaping international educational frameworks and cooperation initiatives. Recent publications demonstrate an increasing focus on multilayered governance of education, inclusive education frameworks, and empirical studies on implementation in developing countries across Asia. Professor Kuroda's scholarly contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards including the U21 Award from UNIVERSITAS21 in 2019 and the Special Award from the Japan Society for International Development in 2020. He serves on editorial boards of major journals such as the International Journal of Educational Development and the UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report. Through extensive committee memberships and advisory roles with UNESCO, the World Bank, and Japanese government ministries including MEXT, Professor Kuroda has significantly influenced international educational policy. His leadership extends to establishing collaborative networks like the Africa-Asia University Dialogue for Educational Development, where he serves as Waseda University's Coordinator. His work with JICA Research Institute on inclusive education projects in Cambodia and Mongolia demonstrates his commitment to translating research into practical policy recommendations for educational challenges in developing contexts.