جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Nursing Education
• Rural Health
• Work-Integrated Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elise Ryan is an academic in the School of Nursing, Paramedicine and Healthcare Sciences at Charles Sturt University, Faculty of Science. She is actively engaged in research and teaching, with a strong focus on rural health, work-integrated learning, and clinical placement quality in nursing education. Research Interests: Her work centers on improving the experiences of nursing and health students in rural communities through effective supervision, university-community partnerships, and robust quality assurance frameworks. She investigates how service learning and clinical placements can be enhanced through mutual collaboration and structured support systems. The recent trend in her research outputs shows a consistent focus on rural health education, student supervision, and the operationalization of quality standards in work-integrated learning. Her publications span journals and conferences in nursing, rural health, and educational practice. Scientific Contributions: Active researcher with 8 research outputs between 2021 and 2025 Published in journals such as Australian Journal of Rural Health and International Journal of Work-Integrated Learning Contributed digital content, peer-reviewed articles, posters, and presentations Regular peer reviewer for nursing and education journals Advising and Engagement: While no formal students are listed, she collaborates extensively with colleagues including E. Green, M. Bernoth, R. Broadbent, and E. de Klerk. She has facilitated professional development programs and online modules, contributing to academic capacity building. Her activities reflect strong engagement in educational leadership and scholarly dissemination. Labs and Teams: Elise Ryan is part of a collaborative research network focused on rural health education and work-integrated learning at Charles Sturt University. She contributes to interdisciplinary teams working on community partnerships, placement quality, and professional development in healthcare education.

Divna Valerieva Manolovaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Byzantine Science
• Medieval Astronomy
• Diagrammatic Representation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Divna Valerieva Manolova is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions postdoctoral fellow at Ghent University, Department of Literary Studies, and a scholar specializing in Byzantine science, medieval astronomy, and the visual culture of scientific knowledge. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Medieval Studies from Central European University and prior affiliations with institutions such as the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science, University of York, and University of Bucharest. Education: BA in Philosophy (Sofia University), MA and PhD in Medieval Studies (Central European University). Awards: Making the Difference Teaching Award (2021). Research: Focuses on Byzantine cosmological and astronomical diagrams, lunar theory, and the interplay between visual culture and scientific thought. She co-edited Byzantine Commentaries on Ancient Greek Texts (12th–15th Centuries) (Cambridge University Press, 2022) and contributed to A Companion to Byzantine Science (2020). Teaching: Taught medieval intellectual history (Sofia University, CEU) and history of medieval science (University of York). Leadership: Co-organizes the History of Science in the Medieval World Summer School with colleagues from Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo universities. Her recent publications analyze lunar diagrams in Byzantine manuscripts, theories of space in medieval texts, and the role of diagrams in shaping medieval worldviews. She integrates digital humanities and manuscript analysis to explore how scientific knowledge was preserved and transmitted through visual and textual means. Scientific Awards: Making the Difference Teaching Award (2021), University of York. Collaborations: Engaged with international teams, including the Centre for Medieval Literature (University of York/Southern Denmark) and the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science.

Janina Beckerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Education
• Media Studies
• Educational Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Janina Becker is a researcher in the Media Transformation department at the Leibniz Institute for Educational Media . Since 2019, she has served as the pedagogical head of the Institute’s digital lab, The Basement , where she coordinates technological and spatial design trends in digital education, develops innovative transfer formats, and supports colleagues via the Knowledge for the Market (WiMa) project. She studied 'The culture of the technical and scientific world' at TU Braunschweig and previously worked there (2016–2018) in media education, producing teaching guides for digital tools. Her research focuses on digital education , media competence , and innovative transfer methods . She has published extensively on topics like media competence in schools and future classroom design, including editorship of the anthology Transformationen der Leistung in Schule und Bildungsmedien . Between 2018–2019, she taught academic writing at Xiamen University (VR China) as a Robert Bosch Stiftung Fellow , directing the Science-Culture-Slam. Notable trends in her 2023 publications include the integration of media competence into school curricula, practical applications of digital tools, and the interplay between policy and teaching practices. She also explores virtual reality and postdigital education in projects like VRPR. Scientific Awards Robert Bosch Stiftung Fellowship (2018–2019) Labs & Teams : Leads The Basement , a digital lab for exploring educational media and developing ideas outside traditional school routines. Collaborates with colleagues on projects like WiMa and VRPR.

• Painting
• Material Science
• Color Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jo Volley is a Senior Lecturer on the graduate painting programme at the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London. They also serve as Co-Director of The Material Research Project and Director of the Material Museum. Born in Grimsby in 1953, Volley studied at the Slade as both undergraduate and graduate from 1972-1977, where they were awarded the Boise Travelling Scholarship to Italy. In 1986, they were appointed lecturer at the Slade and directed the Slade Summer School and the Affiliate Programme from 1989-2002. Their research focuses on the interactions of measurement, space, light and colour, employing diverse materials including pigment, mosaic, gold leaf, image transfer, wax, limestone and various printing processes. Volley's work examines archiving, historic materials and craftsmanship, exploring the relationship between the object and subject of painting, the intervening space between idea and touch, and the emotional separateness of making across time. Volley's practice centers on material investigation related to painting, emphasizing how material knowledge informs creative processes. They empower practitioners by focusing on the physical act of making and reaffirming craftsmanship's role in aesthetic decisions. This philosophy earned them the 2013 Provost's Teaching Award from UCL. Significant projects include 'The Journeyman Works' series developed during their 2003 residency at the Usher Gallery, Lincoln, and the Simson&Volley collaborative partnership formed with Henrietta Simson in 2008. Volley was elected to the Art Workers Guild in 2009 and served on cathedral fabric commissions from 2012-2016. Current research includes: UCL CHIRP Small Research Grant – The Pigment Timeline Project with Dr Ruth Siddall and Gary Woodley Grand Challenges Sustainable Cities Small Grants 'From Pigments to Solar Power' with Dr Hugo Bronstein and colleagues Principal Investigator on AHRC-funded Collaborative Doctoral project with Winsor & Newton 'The Materials Research Project: From Landscape to Colour' (2013-2016) Volley's extensive exhibition history spans decades and continents, from 'The Golden Key' (2005) in Bangkok to recent works like 'Objects of the Misanthropocene: Unearthing futures' (2022) at UCL. They are developing the 'Art School Guide to Material Practice, Vol.I Supports, Grounds & Surfaces,' continuing their commitment to connecting historical techniques with contemporary artistic exploration.

• Didactics
• Design of education
• Comparative education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Marinela Velikova Mihova is a distinguished faculty member at the University of Veliko Tarnovo (St. Cyril and St. Methodius University), serving within the Faculty of Education. With a career spanning over three decades, she has established herself as a leading scholar in educational sciences, with particular expertise in comparative education, didactics, and educational policy. Her extensive publication record and active participation in research projects demonstrate her ongoing commitment to advancing educational theory and practice. Research Focus Prof. Mihova's research encompasses a broad spectrum of educational domains with a particular emphasis on: Comparative education systems, especially within European Union member states Design and implementation of educational processes Professional development of teachers and educational leadership Educational policy formulation, particularly regarding early childhood education Alternative pedagogical approaches and innovative teaching methodologies Her scholarly work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, focusing on how educational systems can better serve diverse learner populations. A significant portion of her research examines European educational models and their applicability in the Bulgarian context, with particular attention to teacher preparation, school leadership, and early childhood education frameworks. Publication Trends Prof. Mihova's recent publications reveal a clear trajectory of research evolution. While maintaining her foundational work in comparative education, she has increasingly focused on digital learning environments, teacher professional development in the 21st century, and socio-emotional aspects of education. Her 2022-2024 publications show particular interest in digital lesson planning, the integration of humor in educational settings, and comparative analyses of pre-school systems across EU member states. This evolution reflects broader educational trends toward technology integration, holistic student development, and evidence-based policy making. Research Projects and Professional Engagement Prof. Mihova has been actively involved in numerous significant research initiatives, including: Projects focused on enhancing publication activity and visibility of research results in educational sciences Development of specialized online platforms for scientific forums at the University of Veliko Tarnovo Modernization of distance learning environments through the implementation of the Moodle e-learning system Prevention of hate speech in educational institutions Research on mentoring during the transition between university and educational institutions Her project work demonstrates a consistent commitment to improving educational practice through research, with particular emphasis on teacher development, educational technology, and creating supportive learning environments. She has collaborated extensively with colleagues across European institutions, contributing to the internationalization of educational research at her home institution.

Janne Skakonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Leadership
• Organisational Psychology
• Work Environment
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Janne Skakon is an Assistant Professor in Work & Organisational Psychology at the Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen. She also serves as a Part-time lecturer on the Study board of Psychology. With extensive experience across academic and practical settings, she actively participates in departmental working committees and broader university contexts, collaborating with colleagues, advisory boards, and stakeholders. Her educational background includes a PhD in Organisational Psychology from the University of Copenhagen (2010), an M.Sc. in Psychology (1990-1996), and authorization as a psychologist (2003). She has completed specialized training including the Work Disability Prevention Strategic Training Program in Canada (2003-2006). Skakon's research focuses on leadership, organisational change, innovation processes, and the psychosocial work environment, with particular attention to stress prevention from an organisational perspective, workplace bullying, and return-to-work processes. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in organizational settings. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on workplace wellbeing interventions, particularly examining leadership's role in shaping psychosocial work environments. Her research employs diverse methodologies including daily diary studies, intervention protocols, and cross-cultural comparisons, with strong emphasis on practical applications for frontline managers in healthcare and other sectors. Scholarship by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research for Work Disability Prevention (2003-2006) Certificate of Excellence from IRSST for RTW project development (2006) Seed money from the Faculty of Social Sciences (2014) Skakon actively supervises students at BA, MA, and PhD levels while engaging in knowledge transfer between research and practice. She has been involved in numerous research projects examining organizational change, workplace bullying, and interventions for improving psychosocial work environments. Her work with the Center for Research in Social Relations at Work and international networks like EAWOP demonstrates her collaborative approach to addressing workplace challenges.

Suleiman A.S. Aruwaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Accounting
• Finance
• Public Finance
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Suleiman A.S. Aruwa is a Professor of Accounting and Finance at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria, where he serves in the Department of Accounting within the Faculty of Administration. He is also a nonexecutive director of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria and the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria, demonstrating his significant influence in national accounting standards and practices. Professor Aruwa is an alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and holds a doctoral degree from the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna, Nigeria's premier military university. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in both civilian and specialized military educational institutions. Professor Aruwa's research interests span a wide range of critical areas in accounting and finance, with particular focus on Public Finance, Public Budgeting, Corporate Governance, Anti-Corruption measures, and the historical development of accounting thought. His work consistently addresses Nigeria's specific economic challenges while contributing to broader theoretical frameworks in financial management. He has made significant contributions to understanding the relationship between public expenditure and economic growth in Nigeria, examining how fiscal policies impact development outcomes. His recent publications demonstrate a clear progression from traditional accounting research toward more policy-oriented studies addressing Nigeria's economic development challenges. The 2021 National Anti-Corruption Strategy review represents a significant contribution to governance reform, while his 2023 work on advancing accountancy science shows his commitment to academic development. Much of his earlier work (2009-2011) focused on the impact of the global financial crisis on Nigerian institutions, reflecting his responsiveness to contemporary economic challenges. REVIEW OF THE NATIONAL ANTI-CORRUPTION STRATEGY (2021) Advancing the science of accountancy (2023) RETHINKING EDUCATION FOR DEVELOPMENT IN THE 21ST CENTURY (2021) Professor Aruwa has served as Managing Editor for the Journal of Finance and Accounting Research (JOFAR), the authoritative academic journal of the Department of Accounting at Nasarawa State University. His editorial leadership has helped shape scholarly discourse in Nigerian accounting and finance. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the available materials, his research on national policy issues suggests involvement in significant research initiatives addressing Nigeria's economic challenges. Though not explicitly mentioned in the available materials, Professor Aruwa's leadership roles in academic publishing and national accounting bodies indicate he likely oversees research teams and collaborates with colleagues across Nigerian institutions to advance accounting science and practice.