جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

MIRIAM ELENA CORTES LOPEZمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Art History
• Cultural Heritage Studies
• Architectural History
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Miriam Elena Cortés López is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Art History at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), affiliated with the Faculty of Geography and History. She holds a Doctorate from USC (2016) with a thesis titled On shots, traces and supports: history of the monumental staircase in Santiago de Compostela (16th-21st centuries) , supervised by Dr. Juan Manuel Monterroso Montero. Her research focuses on architectural history, cultural heritage preservation, and the symbolic role of monumental staircases in Galician and Iberoamerican contexts. Key areas include Baroque-era design, colonial architecture, and the intersection of art, literature, and urban development in Compostela. Her work analyzes historical buildings like San Martín Pinario monastery, Jesuit properties, and colonial-era residences, using interdisciplinary methods combining archival research with material analysis. She is part of the Iacobus research group studying cultural heritage projects. Notable contributions include studies on architectural manuscripts (e.g., Francisco Sarela's notes), religious spaces' staircases, and the sociocultural role of public monuments. Her publications bridge art history with urban studies, emphasizing how staircases reflect power dynamics, memory, and cultural identity.

Meltem Gürünlüمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Corporate Finance
• Behavioral Finance
• Sustainability and Finance
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Assoc. Prof. Meltem Gürünlü serves as a faculty member and department head of the Department of International Trade and Finance (Eng.). She has conducted Erasmus teaching mobility at the University of Split, Croatia (May 2023), delivering a seminar on legislative-environment interactions and strengthening academic ties. Her research focuses on corporate finance, behavioral finance, sustainability, and emerging markets, with particular attention to digital transformation, corporate governance, and fintech innovations. Recent work explores topics like cryptocurrency ecosystems, green bonds, and the future of financial systems. Her academic contributions span over 40 publications since 2007, addressing themes such as capital structure dynamics, foreign ownership impacts, and the role of technology in finance. Key areas include analyzing business groups' financial behaviors, evaluating earnings management practices, and investigating investor perceptions of sustainability initiatives. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical evidence, often using Turkish market data (e.g., Borsa Istanbul). Notably, Prof. Gürünlü’s research highlights interdisciplinary intersections—e.g., blockchain’s governance implications, renewable energy financing challenges, and the ethical dimensions of AI in finance. Her scholarship emphasizes practical policy recommendations for regulatory frameworks and corporate strategies in evolving financial landscapes.

Alistair Pooreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Coastal Marine Ecosystems
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Professor Alistair Poore serves as Head of the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of New South Wales. With a PhD from UNSW (1999) and BSc(Hons) from Monash University (1992), he has established himself as a leading marine ecologist focusing on coastal ecosystems. His research program spans multiple interconnected themes: Ecology and evolution of interactions among marine organisms Impacts of herbivores on plant communities Human impacts on coastal marine ecosystems Adaptation of marine organisms to environmental stress Use of citizen science data for biodiversity monitoring Professor Poore's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on threatened seagrass ecosystems, particularly Posidonia australis, examining responses to climate change, tropicalization, and physical disturbance. His work increasingly integrates citizen science approaches, using recreational diver photographs and other unconventional data sources for ecological monitoring. The research shows a progression from fundamental ecological theory toward applied conservation solutions, with extensive international collaborations across Australian, Pacific, and global marine environments. Scientific recognition includes: Elected Fellow of the Royal Society of New South Wales (2020) Provasoli Award from the Phycological Society of America (2014) Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2013) UNSW Vice Chancellor's Award for Teaching Excellence (2012) Professor Poore actively supervises PhD students working on diverse marine topics including amphibian detection using DNA, bluebottle behavior, artificial light impacts, seagrass restoration, and reef monitoring. His teaching portfolio includes BEES2041 Data Analysis for Life and Earth Scientists, BIOS2031 Biology of Invertebrates, and BIOS3091 Marine and Aquatic Ecology, complemented by freely available Environmental Computing tutorials. His research bridges fundamental ecological questions with practical conservation applications, particularly in Australian coastal environments, with growing emphasis on how climate change reshapes marine biodiversity and ecosystem function through processes like tropicalization and habitat fragmentation.

• Organization Theory
• Management Education
• Nuclear Industry Management
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Professor Damian O'Doherty is a leading academic in Management and Organization Theory at the Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester. He is currently Head of the Management and Organizations group and co-founder of the BEAM nuclear and social research network. His research focuses on organization theory, management education, and ethnographic studies of complex systems like airports and nuclear facilities. O'Doherty holds editorial roles in top journals including Organization Studies and Academy of Management Learning and Education , and has supervised over 12 doctoral students. He is also Director of the Manchester Ethnography Network and a visiting professor at Copenhagen Business School (2020/21). Education: PhD in Sociology from the University of Manchester (2003) His research interests include the philosophy of organization, critical management studies, and the intersection of infrastructure (e.g., airports, nuclear sites) with societal structures. Notable works include Reconstructing Organization (2017), analyzing airports as contested political/economic spaces, and ethnographic studies of Sellafield nuclear facilities. He explores 'loungification'—how modern spaces reconfigure social relations—and the role of animals (e.g., 'Olly the Cat') in organizational dynamics. Recent projects include a 5-year nuclear ethnography funded by the British Nuclear Fuels Endowment and studies on landscape as a condition of business possibility. Awards: Award-winning teacher recognized for innovative pedagogy. His work contributes to UN SDG 4 (Quality Education) through transformative management education. Grants: £2.5M+ for nuclear ethnography (British Nuclear Fuels Endowment) Key conferences: Hosted 2017 International Ethnography Symposium at Manchester Labs/Networks: BEAM Research Network, Manchester Ethnography Network, Dalton Nuclear Institute collaborations.

• Italian Literature
• Cultural History
• Mafia Studies
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Associate Professor Fabrizio Fioretti holds a PhD (2014) and teaches at the Faculty of Humanities in Pula, University of Primorska. His primary affiliation is the Department of Italian Literature. He specializes in Italian literature with focuses on 19th/20th-century Adriatic cultural dynamics, mafia studies, and multilingual publishing history. His teaching portfolio includes courses like Historical Review of Italian Literature and Phonetics and Phonology . Research emphasizes Italian literary reception in Istria, media history, and linguistic identity. Recent work explores mafia terminology evolution, Istrian bilingual journalism, and Sciascia translations. Over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2010 show strong concentration on Adriatic cross-cultural exchanges and regional literary networks. Active in editorial work, he has published on transnational intellectual networks and cultural mediation between Italian and Croatian contexts. Current projects likely involve Adriatic cultural studies and digital humanities approaches to periodical analysis.

Matthew D. Shouldersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Protein Folding
• Proteostasis Networks
• Directed Evolution
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Matthew D. Shoulders is the Class of 1942 Professor of Chemistry at MIT, holding the MacVicar Faculty Fellowship. He leads the Shoulders Laboratory, which focuses on understanding cellular protein folding mechanisms and developing next-generation protein engineering techniques. His research addresses biotechnology challenges, including improving enzymes for carbon capture and combating collagenopathies. He is affiliated with MIT’s Department of Chemistry, Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research, and Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Research interests span protein folding, proteostasis networks, viral evolution, and directed evolution applications. Notable projects include studying how chaperones impact oncogene mutations and RNA viruses, and engineering enzymes for climate-resilient agriculture. His lab uses CRISPR/Cas9 and advanced directed evolution tools for biotechnological innovations. Publications highlight contributions to protein stability, viral immune evasion, and collagenopathies. Recent work includes engineering oxygen-resistant RuBisCO and elucidating HIV envelope protein evolution under proteostatic constraints. Awards include the MacVicar Faculty Fellowship and the Class of 1942 Professorship. As a mentor, he advises MIT graduate students and postdocs across chemistry, biology, and engineering. The lab collaborates with institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital and Stanford University. Current projects focus on ER stress pathways in fibrosis, zinc metabolism in liver disease, and ER chaperone modulation for collagenopathies.

Michael H. Youngمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Vadose Zone Hydrology
• Soil Science
• Ecohydrology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael H. Young is a Research Professor at the Bureau of Economic Geology, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin. He holds a Ph.D. in Soil and Water Science from the University of Arizona (1995), an M.S. in Hydrogeology from Ohio University (1986), and a B.A. in Geology from Hartwick College (1983). He has over 35 years of experience spanning academic research, federal regulation, and industry, focusing on environmental geosciences, hydrology, and soil science. Currently, he serves as Associate Director for Environmental Research at BEG (2010–2020) and on the Graduate Studies Committee for the Jackson School. His research spans vadose zone hydrology, soil-plant-water interactions, groundwater recharge, and the water-energy nexus. Notable contributions include studies on shale play impacts, CO₂ sequestration, and landscape evolution in arid regions. He has authored/co-authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and serves on editorial boards, including the Vadose Zone Journal . His awards include Fellowships from the Geological Society of America and Soil Science Society of America. Dr. Young’s work integrates field, lab, and numerical modeling to address environmental challenges. He has led projects on induced seismicity, hydraulic fracturing impacts, and soil moisture networks like the Texas Soil Observation Network (TxSON). He advises on energy-water sustainability and has collaborated with institutions globally through consortia like the International Soil Modeling Consortium.

• Geography of tourism
• Functional transformations of tourist areas
• Wine tourism
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Dr. Renata Krukowska is a Lecturer at the Department of Regional Geography and Tourism within the Faculty of Earth Sciences and Spatial Management at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) in Lublin, Poland. She teaches courses in tourism economics, international cooperation, event management, and field exercises. Her research focuses on tourism geography, sustainable tourism, landscape transformations, and regional competitiveness. Faculty: Earth Sciences and Spatial Management Department: Regional Geography and Tourism Email: renata.krukowska@mail.umcs.pl Research Interests Geography of tourism Functional transformations of tourist areas Wine tourism Sustainable tourism Landscape transformations influenced by tourism Natural, economic, and social aspects of tourism in Lublin region Scientific Activity Trends cover 15 articles (2012–2023) analyzing tourism’s impact on landscapes, pandemic effects on leisure, wine tourism’s economic potential, and regional development strategies. Key disciplines include Geography , Tourism Studies , Environmental Science , and Urban Planning . Grants and Projects include EU-funded initiatives like Uniwersalność+ (2020–present) and UMCS dla rynku pracy (2010–2015). She also participated in transboundary cycling route development ( INTERREG IIIA ) and academic-business cooperation programs. Professional Roles : Secretary of the journal Annales UMCS , sec. B Chair of the Audit Committee at Lublin PTG branch Expert in tourism for EU Fund programs (2021–2027) and Lublin Voivodeship Regional Operational Program (2014–2020)

Aviv Bergmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Biology
• Developmental Biology
• Computational Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Aviv Bergman is a Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, holding appointments in the Department of Systems & Computational Biology, Department of Pathology, and Dominick P. Purpura Department of Neuroscience. He is also Founding Chairman of the Department of Systems & Computational Biology and Director of the Albert Einstein Institute for Advanced Study in the Life Sciences. His research integrates computational, mathematical, and experimental approaches with philosophical frameworks (phenomenology, hermeneutics, pragmatism) to study evolutionary and developmental systems biology, focusing on complex traits, biological networks, and the interplay between function, organization, and agency in living systems. Prior publications highlight his work on evolutionary capacitance, gene network topology, developmental canalization, and genome-wide amino acid patterns. He emphasizes iterative refinement of theoretical models through empirical data validation.

Reto Mittereggerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Electoral Politics
• Social Democracy
• Voting Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Reto Mitteregger, Ph.D., serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Zurich's Faculty of Arts, specializing in electoral systems and political behavior across Western Europe. His institutional affiliation centers on collaborative research within Zurich's political science ecosystem, particularly through the university's policy analysis units. Dr. Mitteregger's research focuses on generational voting patterns, social democratic party evolution, and urban-rural political divides. His work employs advanced Age-Period-Cohort methodologies to analyze electoral cleavages from 1949–2021, revealing how cohort socialization shapes voting behavior in multiparty systems. He investigates critical questions about working-class abandonment of social democratic parties and the rise of radical right movements across Nordic and Swiss contexts. His publication trends demonstrate consistent specialization in electoral realignment, with recent work examining voter consideration sets, programmatic strategies of left-wing parties, and spatial dimensions of political conflict. Key themes include the transformation of social democracy in knowledge societies, cohort-specific urban-rural tensions, and electoral potential assessments for Swiss social democracy. Dr. Mitteregger maintains active research collaborations with prominent scholars including Silja Häusermann, Tarik Abou-Chadi, and Cas Mudde through the University of Zurich's policy analysis initiatives and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. His research contributes to understanding contemporary challenges facing European left-wing politics through rigorous empirical analysis of electoral behavior.

Nur Schubaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geophysics
• Structural Geology
• Fault Characterization
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Nur Schuba is a Research Assistant Professor at the Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, with a focus on seismic interpretation, structural geology, fault characterization, salt tectonics, and science communication . She contributes to energy and environmental research through advanced geophysical analysis and reservoir characterization. Education : M.F.A. in Visual Communication (Savannah College of Art and Design, 2023), Ph.D. in Geoscience (Rice University, 2019), and B.Sc. in Geophysical Engineering (Istanbul Technical University, 2011). Research interests span salt tectonics, subsurface storage, fault mechanics, and the application of machine learning in seismic velocity estimation. Her work addresses geological challenges in energy recovery, carbon sequestration, and hydrogen storage, with a strong emphasis on science communication for public engagement. Selected publications include studies on salt dome morphology for underground storage, serpentinization patterns in the Galicia margin, and innovative carbon storage incentive models. Her recent work explores the intersection of geophysics and energy transition technologies. Professional history includes roles at ExxonMobil, Schlumberger, and Yellowstone National Park, alongside postdoctoral and research assistant positions at Rice University and UT Austin.

Christopher Pittardمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Victorian Literature
• Detective Fiction
• Nineteenth Century Popular Culture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Pittard is a Senior Lecturer in English Literature at the University of Portsmouth, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, and has served as Course Leader since 2023. His research focuses on nineteenth-century popular culture, particularly Victorian detective fiction and performance magic. Current project: British Academy-funded study on Touristic Representations of Cornwall Recent monograph: Literary Illusions: Performance Magic in Victorian Literature (Edinburgh University Press, 2025) Active in editorial roles for journals like The Journal of Popular Culture and Victoriographies His work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals for cultural preservation and education, with expertise spanning Victorian science, periodicals, and regional studies. Supervises PhD projects on topics including addiction, railways, and Sherlock Holmes adaptations. Key awards : RSVP Van Arsdel Prize (2006) AHRC Doctoral Award Funding (2002)

Maria Rosaria Capobianchiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Virology
• Molecular Biology
• Emerging Infections
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maria Rosaria Capobianchi is a distinguished professor of Molecular Biology at Saint Camillus International University of Health and Medical Sciences (Unicamillus) in Rome, where she contributes to the Master’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery. She has held key leadership roles at the National Institute for Infectious Diseases "L. Spallanzani," including Director of the Virology Laboratory and Director of the Department of Epidemiology, Preclinical Research, and Advanced Diagnostics. She is actively involved in the WHO Collaborating Center for Highly Infectious Diseases and collaborates with WHO, ECDC, and the Italian Ministry of Health. Her research focuses on virology, molecular biology, emerging infections, antiviral defense mechanisms, and innovative diagnostic methods . She has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects funded by European, US, and regional bodies. Her work spans pathogenesis, viral evolution, host immune responses, and public health preparedness. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on SARS-CoV-2, including viral variants, vaccine effectiveness, immune response dynamics, genomic surveillance, and diagnostic innovation. Her work integrates molecular virology with clinical and epidemiological insights, contributing significantly to pandemic response and preparedness. Her scientific honors include: Knight of Merit of the Republic Inclusion in the "Top Italian Scientists" list by Via-Academy She has mentored numerous researchers and students through her leadership in research projects and academic roles, though specific advisees are not listed. She has been a consultant to the National Transplant Center on viral infections in transplantation and has contributed to public health policy and training initiatives. Her work continues to influence clinical virology, infectious disease management, and global health security. She is affiliated with: Laboratory of Virology, INMI "L. Spallanzani" Department of Epidemiology, Preclinical Research and Advanced Diagnostics, INMI WHO Collaborating Center for Clinical Care, Diagnosis, Response, and Training on Highly Infectious Diseases

• Journalism
• Fake News
• Citizen Journalism
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jessica Roberts is an Assistant Professor of Communication at Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Lisbon, affiliated with the Faculty of Human Sciences and the Research Centre for Communication and Culture (CECC). She is an active researcher and author, focusing on journalism, fake news, media ethics, and the role of non-traditional actors in public information. Ph.D. in Journalism Studies, University of Maryland M.A. in Journalism, University of Southern California Her research explores the ethical dimensions of citizen journalism, social media, and participatory media practices such as selfies as forms of witnessing. She investigates how disinformation spreads and how journalists can respond effectively, with a strong emphasis on empathy, public trust, and the integrity of the information ecosystem. Her work bridges theoretical analysis with practical implications for modern journalism. The trend in her publications shows a consistent focus on the evolving media landscape, particularly the intersection of technology, ethics, and public discourse. From analyzing the 'Humans of New York' phenomenon to reimagining selfies as journalistic acts, her work highlights how everyday individuals contribute to public knowledge. Recent articles and books reflect growing concern about disinformation, media fear, and the future of trustworthy journalism. Literati Award Outstanding Paper (2021) Second Place Best Faculty Research Paper (2023) Jessica Roberts has supervised 16 academic works at UCP and leads the 'Humans of New York' research project (2020–2026), which examines empathy and storytelling in public service journalism. She is actively involved in organizing key academic events, including the Lisbon Winter School and research symposia on journalism studies, demonstrating leadership in the scholarly community. She is a principal investigator on externally funded research and regularly presents at conferences and invited talks, contributing to both academic and public discourse on media and communication. Her engagement with press and media further underscores her role as a public intellectual. Her lab or research team is embedded within the Research Centre for Communication and Culture (CECC), where she collaborates with scholars on interdisciplinary projects exploring media, emotion, and ethics. The CECC serves as a hub for innovative communication research in Portugal and beyond.

• Architectural Education
• Urbanism
• Architecture
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Monica Pacheco is Associate Professor and Deputy Director at the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning, School of Arts, Technology and Architecture (ISTA), ISCTE-Instituto Universitário de Lisboa. She is also an Integrated Researcher at DINÂMIA'CET-Iscte, a center for studies on socioeconomic change and territory. Her academic and research profile spans architectural education, urbanism, housing, and post-colonial development. Education: PhD in Architecture, Faculty of Architecture, Technical University of Lisbon (2013) Master in Housing and Urbanism, Architectural Association, London (2004) Bachelor in Architecture, Faculty of Architecture, Technical University of Lisbon (2001) Her research interests focus on architectural education, representation, urban and housing development, especially in post-colonial contexts. She explores transnational knowledge flows, middle-class mass housing, and the legacy of colonial infrastructure in Africa and Asia. Her work often bridges theory and practice, with strong emphasis on historical analysis and spatial resilience. Her recent publications center on middle-class mass housing, transnational consultants like Otto Koenigsberger, and urban narratives in West Africa and Southern Europe. Key themes include the evolution of housing estates, the role of experts in development, and the adaptation of modernist models in the Global South. Her work reflects a deep engagement with comparative urban studies and the socio-political dimensions of architecture. Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed in the provided text. Monica Pacheco has supervised students and led or contributed to numerous research projects, including FCT- and EU-funded initiatives such as COST Action 18137 and "Middle-Class Mass Housing in Europe, Africa, and Asia." She has collaborated with institutions in Portugal, Angola, Belgium, Italy, and China. Her work includes organizing workshops, exhibitions like "Optimistic Suburbia," and producing documentaries. She has also been a Visiting Research Fellow at the Bartlett (UCL) and participated in the Venice Biennale. She is active in academic networks and regularly presents at international conferences on architecture, urban planning, and global development. Labs and Research Groups: DINÂMIA'CET-Iscte – Center for Studies on Socioeconomic Change and Territory Involved in COST Action 18137 – European Middle-Class Mass Housing Coordinator of the "Optimistic Suburbia" research initiative