جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Gigi Lukمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bilingualism
• Literacy Acquisition
• Lifespan Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gigi Luk is Professor and Program Director for M.Ed. Concentrations in Educational Psychology and Human Development within the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University's Faculty of Education. Her research program investigates the cognitive consequences of bilingualism across the lifespan, bridging scientific understanding with practical educational applications to cultivate inclusive environments for linguistically diverse learners. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Psychology (Developmental and Cognitive Processes) from York University M.A. in Psychology (Developmental and Cognitive Processes) from York University Specialized Honors B.A. in Psychology from York University Dr. Luk's research centers on bilingualism's cognitive and neural mechanisms, with three interconnected thrusts: (1) characterizing bilingualism beyond English proficiency in communities, (2) examining cognitive skills supporting language/literacy outcomes, and (3) establishing neural correlates of learning in diverse language learners. Her work integrates cognitive neuroscience with educational practice to address real-world challenges in multilingual classrooms, emphasizing culturally responsive pedagogy that respects linguistic diversity. This dual focus on basic science and practical implementation defines her contributions to understanding how bilingual experiences shape cognitive development and educational equity. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2022-2024) reveals consistent interdisciplinary investigation of bilingualism through cognitive, neural, and sociocultural lenses. Her work spans educational psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and sociolinguistics, with growing emphasis on neural correlates of language processing, methodological rigor in bilingual assessment, and equity implications of bilingual research. Key trends include examination of multilingual children's cognitive development, critical reframing of the "bilingual advantage" discourse, and innovative approaches like music-based literacy interventions. Scientific recognition includes: National Academy of Education/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship (2013-2014) Dr. Luk actively supervises graduate students (accepting new students for 2025-2026) and secures competitive research funding, currently supported by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and Fonds de recherche Société et culture (FRQSC). Her grant portfolio demonstrates sustained commitment to advancing understanding of bilingual cognition and its educational applications through rigorous empirical work. She directs the Bilingualism.Experience.Education Lab, which functions as an interdisciplinary hub for investigating how language experiences shape cognitive development and educational outcomes. The lab employs diverse methodologies including neuroimaging, behavioral experiments, and classroom-based research to address questions about bilingualism's cognitive effects and practical implications for educators.

Ji Maمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Social Science
• Nonprofit Studies
• State-Society Relations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ji Ma is an Assistant Professor at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin, with affiliate appointments at the Center for East Asian Studies, School of Information, and Asia Policy Program. He also serves as a Visiting Researcher at the Gradel Institute of Charity, University of Oxford. Dr. Ma received his PhD from Indiana University, establishing a foundation for his interdisciplinary work at the intersection of computational methods and social science. Dr. Ma's research centers on three interconnected streams: computational approaches to social science, knowledge production for evidence-based policymaking, and state-society relations in China. His work bridges advanced technologies with public affairs, developing innovative methods to analyze nonprofit sectors and civil society dynamics. He has pioneered the application of computational social science in nonprofit studies, creating valuable research infrastructure for the field. His recent publications show a clear trend toward integrating AI and computational methods with traditional social science questions. He has made significant contributions to understanding citation patterns in policy communities, consensus formation in academic fields, and the dynamics of state-society relations in China. His work often combines large-scale data analysis with theoretical insights from multiple disciplines. Dr. Ma actively contributes to teaching through courses like "Computational Social Science Methods" and "Data Management and the Research Life Cycle," helping students develop skills in data analysis and research methodology. His teaching emphasizes practical applications of computational methods in public affairs research. Among his notable projects are pracademia.one (an information aggregation platform), npoclass (a nonprofit classifier), and the Research Infrastructure of Chinese Foundations (RICF). These projects reflect his commitment to developing methodological tools that advance research in public administration and nonprofit studies, creating valuable resources for scholars worldwide.

• Geospatial Technology
• Machine Learning
• Natural Hazard Prediction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Husam Al-Najjar is a Lecturer at the School of Computer Science within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). He serves as the Course Director for the Bachelor of Information Systems (BIS) program. With expertise in geospatial technology and machine learning, Dr. Al-Najjar focuses on predicting and mitigating natural hazards and environmental issues to contribute to a sustainable digital earth. Dr. Al-Najjar earned his PhD from the University of Technology Sydney. Before joining academia, he worked in project management and has received numerous prestigious awards, scholarships, and grants throughout his career. Dr. Al-Najjar's research primarily centers on the application of machine learning techniques to address complex environmental challenges. His work spans geospatial AI, natural hazard prediction (particularly landslides and bushfires), and sustainable development. He has developed innovative approaches that integrate physical models with machine learning algorithms to improve prediction accuracy in data-scarce environments. His research also extends to remote sensing applications, urban planning, and smart city technologies, with a strong emphasis on practical solutions for real-world problems. Analysis of Dr. Al-Najjar's recent publications reveals a strong focus on applying explainable AI techniques to natural hazard prediction, particularly landslides. His work consistently bridges the gap between theoretical machine learning approaches and practical geospatial applications. He has made significant contributions to integrating physical models with AI, developing methods for handling imbalanced data through generative adversarial networks, and improving feature selection for remote sensing applications in environmental monitoring. Best Paper Award at the ISPRS Geospatial Week in Enschede, the Netherlands As an educator, Dr. Al-Najjar is actively involved in mentoring and teaching. He serves as Course Director for the Bachelor of Information Systems program and teaches courses in GIS, Information Systems, IS development methodologies, Design & Innovation, and Project Management. He welcomes prospective PhD candidates interested in his research areas and emphasizes the importance of detailed research proposals that demonstrate novelty and significance. His teaching philosophy focuses on fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment that promotes student success and well-being. Dr. Al-Najjar is affiliated with 'The Trustworthy Digital Society' concentration at UTS and serves as a referee and holds editorial roles in respected journals. His work contributes to the development of geospatial AI frameworks that support decision-making in environmental management and disaster preparedness.

Franziska Klüglمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multi-Agent Systems
• Agent-Based Simulation
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Franziska Klügl is a Professor in Computer Science at Örebro University's Faculty of Business, Science and Engineering, affiliated with the Center for Applied Autonomous Sensor Systems (AASS). She currently leads the KKS-funded TeamRob project on Human-Robot Teamwork and serves as Deputy Dean of the faculty since January 2023, chairing the academic appointment committee. Previously, she headed the Computer Science department (2020-2022) and served on the faculty board (2019-2022). Her research focuses on: Multi-agent systems : Development of languages, processes, and tools for agent-based simulation Interdisciplinary applications : Transportation, economics, epidemics, production, and mining simulations Simulation engineering : Integrating AI, machine learning, and formal methods to create accessible modeling tools for domain experts She created SeSAm , a visual programming tool for agent-based simulation that enables rapid prototyping of complex models. Analysis of her recent publications reveals three dominant themes: Human-robot collaboration frameworks and intention recognition systems Economic impacts of automation on labor markets and engineering services Advanced simulation methodologies using affordance theory and reinforcement learning She teaches software engineering, multi-agent systems, and agent-based modeling across multiple programs, including the WASP AI&ML PhD course. She leads research groups at the Machine Perception and Interaction Lab and oversees the TeamRob human-robot teamwork project.

• Enlightenment Studies
• Postcolonial Studies
• Critical Theory
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Siraj Ahmed serves as Professor of English and Faculty Executive Officer at the Graduate Center, City University of New York (CUNY). His scholarship critically interrogates the intersections of Enlightenment thought, postcolonial theory, and comparative literature, with sustained focus on colonial India and legal discourse. Author of two influential monographs and numerous peer-reviewed essays, he examines how colonial power structures shaped intellectual frameworks while challenging Eurocentric narratives through critical methodology. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. from Columbia University B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania Ahmed's research centers on Enlightenment/postcolonial entanglements, analyzing how concepts of capital, civil society, and comparative literature emerged through colonial encounters. He investigates ambivalence in political philosophy, dispossession mechanisms, and the colonial foundations of literary methodologies, consistently foregrounding subaltern perspectives to reframe canonical discourses. Publication analysis reveals a trajectory from early work on Edmund Burke's East India Trials to contemporary explorations of comparative literature's colonial archaeology. His scholarship demonstrates methodological innovation in connecting historical Enlightenment discourse to modern liberation movements, particularly evident in recent teaching on Palestine and resistance politics. His distinguished contributions have received recognition: Modern Language Association's Aldo and Jeanne Scaglione Prize for Comparative Literary Studies (2017) for Archaeology of Babel

Elisa Pellegrinoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Phonetics
• Computational Linguistics
• Prosody
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elisa Pellegrino is a senior Post-Doc in Phonetics at the Department of Computational Linguistics , affiliated with Zeppelin University and the Digital Society Initiative of the University of Zurich . Her research focuses on voice individualization, vocal accommodation, and the role of speaker-specific information in speech temporal variability. Role: Senior Post-Doc in Phonetics University: Zeppelin University School: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Department: Department of Computational Linguistics Email: elisa.pellegrino@uzh.ch Research Interests: Prosody and speech rhythm in native and second language acquisition Vocal accommodation in cross-dialectal interactions Speaker individuality and forensic phonetics Age-related speech temporal variability Speech disorders and Parkinson’s disease Applications of speech technology in linguistics and education

Boris Chrubasikمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ancient History
• Greek History
• Hellenistic Period
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Boris Chrubasik serves as Associate Professor of Greek History and Classics and Chair of the Department of Historical Studies at the University of Toronto. His academic leadership extends to his role as co-editor of Phoenix , the Journal of the Classical Association of Canada, demonstrating his significant contribution to the field of classical studies. Dr. Chrubasik's research expertise centers on the political, cultural, and social history of the Eastern Mediterranean from the Achaemenid to the late Hellenistic periods. His work particularly examines social power dynamics, including concepts of kingship in the Seleukid empire—the largest successor state following Alexander the Great's death—and the complex relationships between local power-holders and larger imperial structures. He has pioneered research on cross-cultural exchange between Greek and non-Greek communities in southern Asia Minor and the Levant. Currently, he leads an international collaborative team working to conserve, edit, and publish a private archive of seal impressions from Hellenistic Maresha in Israel, representing cutting-edge interdisciplinary work in ancient history. His publication record reveals consistent scholarly output focused on Hellenistic political structures, with particular emphasis on the Seleukid Empire. The trend in his work shows increasing sophistication in analyzing power structures across imperial contexts, with recent publications examining the intersection of religious institutions, political authority, and cultural identity. His research demonstrates exceptional command of both textual and material evidence, bridging traditional historical analysis with archaeological approaches. At the University of Toronto, Dr. Chrubasik teaches undergraduate courses in Greek history spanning from the second millennium to the second century CE, including specialized offerings on Early Greece, Classical Greece, the Persian Empire, and the Hellenistic Period. He also engages with graduate students through the tri-campus graduate Department of Classics, offering advanced seminars on Greek epigraphy, Hellenistic Jewish history, and historical approaches to cities and imperialism. His commitment to student development is evident through his supervision of Independent Reading Courses and participation in the Research Opportunity Program, providing valuable research experience to undergraduate students.

Annette Zgollمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mythology
• Comparative Mythology
• Ancient Near Eastern Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Annette Zgoll is a Professor at the Department of Ancient Near Eastern Studies , Georg-August-Universität Göttingen, and a member of the Academy of Sciences in Göttingen (2010–present). She co-directs the interdisciplinary Collegium Mythologicum (2011–present) and leads the DFG Research Group 2064 STRATA (2016–present), focusing on mythological stratification and cross-cultural storytelling. Her research spans comparative mythology, hylistic theory, and the interplay between myth, ritual, and cultural transmission. Director of the Collegium Mythologicum (2011–present) Principal Investigator for DFG STRATA Research Group (2020–present) Editorial roles in the Mythological Studies series (De Gruyter, 2019–present) Her research interests include: myth as a polymorphous and polystratic Erzählstoff (narrative material), stratification analysis of mythological traditions, and hylistic methods for reconstructing myth variants across texts, images, and rituals. She specializes in comparative studies of Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Greek, and Roman myths, particularly those involving celestial descent, underworld journeys, and divine-human interactions. Recent scientific awards include the Peregrinus Prize (2023) for innovative mythological research. She has organized international conferences like the First International Early Career Researchers’ Conference on New Approaches to Myths (2023) and co-edited volumes such as Was vom Himmel kommt (2021), analyzing sky-origin myths across ancient Mediterranean cultures. Teaching includes courses on Hittite language, comparative myth studies, and interdisciplinarity. She collaborates with institutions like Oxford University and the University of Helsinki, and her lab/team activities involve the Collegium Mythologicum and DFG STRATA Group , advancing transmedia and cross-cultural myth analysis.

Marcus Gerholdمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Model-Based Testing
• Software Reliability
• Critical Infrastructures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Marcus Gerhold is an Assistant Professor in the Formal Methods and Tools group at the University of Twente's Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science. His research focuses on model-based testing for software reliability in critical infrastructures, particularly railway systems, alongside significant contributions to game design and programming language analysis. His educational background includes: PhD in Computer Science from University of Twente (2018): Choice and Chance: Model-based Testing of Stochastic Behaviour MSc in Mathematics from Friedrich Schiller Universität Jena (2013): Embeddings of Weighted Morrey Spaces BSc in Mathematics from Friedrich Schiller Universität Jena (2011): Entropy-, Approximation- and Kolmogorov Numbers on Quasi-Banach Spaces Gerhold's research integrates theoretical model-based testing with practical critical infrastructure applications . His work on railway conformance testing addresses EULYNX controller validation, while his game design research explores affective mirroring in NPCs and procedural dungeon generation. The code modernity analysis stream leverages static analysis to quantify legacy code evolution across languages like Python and PHP, revealing version identification challenges through deep learning. Publication trends show consistent focus on model-based testing methodologies (40%), railway safety applications (25%), and innovative game design/code analysis (35%). Recent work increasingly incorporates AI/ML techniques for UML assessment and Python version identification, while maintaining rigorous formal methods foundations. He actively mentors 63 students across all academic levels and contributes to major research initiatives: STORM_SAFE (ERDF, 2024): Daily Supervisor for WP1/WP2 on software reliability for critical infrastructures ZORRO (KIC grant, 2023): Daily Supervisor for WP4 on zero downtime in cyber-physical systems MISSION (MSCA RISE, 2021-2025): Interim coordinator (early 2024) for space systems modeling As part of the Formal Methods and Tools research group, Gerhold participates in European collaborations while serving on SAC-SVT 2024 and FormaliSE 2023 program committees.

Crista Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Spanish Language Teaching
• Language Acquisition
• Study Abroad Programs
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Crista Johnson is an Instructor of Spanish in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures within the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Delaware. She teaches elementary and intermediate Spanish courses (SPAN105, 106, 107, 200, and 201) across multiple semesters and holds key administrative roles as the Department Placement Advisor and SPAN105 Course Coordinator. She also directs the Costa Rica study abroad program in Heredia on an occasional basis. Education Master of Arts, University of Delaware Research and Professional Interests Ms. Johnson specializes in Spanish language pedagogy with emphasis on introductory-level instruction (SPAN105), curriculum development, and student placement methodologies. Her work integrates immersive study abroad experiences in Costa Rica to enhance cultural competency and language acquisition. She focuses on creating structured pathways for students to achieve proficiency through classroom instruction and exemption exam administration. Scientific Awards No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided information. Advising and Administrative Roles As Placement Advisor, she guides students through language course registration and administers SPAN107 exemption exams. In her capacity as SPAN105 Course Coordinator, she oversees curriculum standardization, instructional materials, and teaching assistants across 6-8 sections per semester. Her advising extends to study abroad program direction in Heredia, Costa Rica, facilitating immersive cultural experiences.

Caroline Lehrمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Translation Studies
• Psychology of Language
• Emotion in Translation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Caroline Lehr is Professor of Translation Studies at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) School of Applied Linguistics, where she works in the Institute of Multilingual Communication. She is also a member of the University Ethics Committee. Her academic career spans multiple institutions including the University of Geneva, University College London, and Copenhagen Business School. PhD in Psychology of Language & Translation Studies from University of Geneva (2014) Master of Arts in Specialized Translation from University of Geneva CAS in Higher and Professional Education from ZHAW Professor Lehr's research focuses on the intersection of translation studies, cognitive psychology, and emerging technologies. Her work examines translation processes and multilingual text production, multilingualism in organizations, the use of artificial intelligence in multilingual communication, and the role of cognition, emotion and motivation in language professions. She has pioneered research on 'MT literacy' - the responsible and competent use of machine translation - particularly in educational contexts. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward examining the impact of artificial intelligence on translation and language professions, with particular attention to emotional intelligence, cognitive load, and professional adaptation in the face of technological change. She has co-edited significant works like 'The psychology of translation: an interdisciplinary approach' and published extensively on neural machine translation in language teaching. Co-project leader of 'Language learning in the age of Artificial Intelligence' Project leader of 'Use of machine translation in healthcare' Co-project leader of 'AI Literacy and Post-Editing Training for Language Services in Multilingual Companies' Professor Lehr actively contributes to bridging academic research with practical applications in the language industry. She has developed training interventions to improve emotional intelligence for translators and has been instrumental in establishing machine translation literacy as a critical competence for language professionals. Her work demonstrates how emotional factors influence translation performance and how professionals can develop resilience in rapidly changing technological landscapes.

Andrew Hardieمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Corpus Linguistics
• Computational Linguistics
• Corpus Methodology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew Hardie is a Reader in Linguistics at Lancaster University, holding a position equivalent to Associate Professor. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences and the Department of Linguistics and English Language within the School of Social Sciences. His primary research specialism focuses on corpus-based methodology and its applications across various disciplines: Corpus design and construction methodologies Development of corpus analysis software tools Applications in grammar of English and other languages Extensions to discourse analysis, language teaching, and other humanities and social sciences fields Dr. Hardie's work spans both theoretical and applied linguistics, with particular emphasis on adapting corpus methods for social scientists and humanists in fields including Psychology, Geography, History, and English Literature. His expertise extends to multiple languages, with special focus on South Asian languages such as Nepali, Urdu, and Hindi. He has developed several significant software tools for corpus linguistics, including Corpus Workbench (as a lead developer), CQPweb (as creator), Unicodify, and Unitag, which have substantially advanced the field of corpus linguistics methodology. His research portfolio includes major projects like the ESRC Centre for Corpus Approaches to Social Science (where he serves as Deputy Director) and UCREL (where he is Chair), demonstrating his leadership in the field. His work bridges theoretical linguistics, computational methods, and practical applications across multiple disciplines. Dr. Hardie actively supervises PhD students working on diverse topics from collocational errors in language learning to sociolinguistics of swearing in Arabic, reflecting the breadth of his research interests and influence across linguistic subfields.

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Development
• Infant and Child Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Merideth Gattis is a cognitive psychologist at Cardiff University's School of Psychology, specializing in how interactions between individuals and their environments influence cognition and communication. She leads research on parenting cognitions during pregnancy and infancy, developmental cascades, and the role of natural environments in social interaction. Her work bridges developmental psychology with environmental and cross-cultural studies. Education: B.A. (Psychology, Gordon College, 1985); Ph.D. (Cognitive Psychology, UCLA, 1995). Academic roles include Professor (2014–present), Reader (2011–2014), and Senior Lecturer (2007–2011) at Cardiff University. Honors include Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales (2016) and completion of the Professorial Leadership Programme (2022). Research focuses on developmental cognition, parent-infant interactions, and environmental influences. Key projects include the Baby Care Questionnaire (BCQ) to measure parenting beliefs, studies on preterm birth effects, and collaborations with organizations like the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) to evaluate nature-based interventions. Her work emphasizes innovative methods like remote research tools and longitudinal studies. Teaching includes research design and methods at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a focus on developmental psychology and mixed methodologies. Supervises PhD students on topics like parenting knowledge, pro-environmental behavior shifts, and sensorimotor patterns in parent-child interaction. Grants and collaborations involve European Research Council (ERC) funding and partnerships with institutions globally. Active in academic service as a reviewer for major journals and committees including the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) Peer Review College.

Les A. Gellisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Insomnia Treatment
• Sleep Disorders in College Students
• Cognitive Behavioral Interventions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Les A. Gellis is a Teaching Professor of Psychology at Syracuse University's College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Memphis (2006) and a B.A. in Psychology from SUNY Albany (1995). His research focuses on insomnia treatment, sleep behaviors in college students, cognitive interventions, and the intersection of sleep with substance use. Current projects include smartphone app development for sleep measurement and exploring disparities in sleep health. He teaches courses like Abnormal Psychology and Laboratory in Health Psychology. Dr. Gellis has received significant grants, including a National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism award (2019–2025) for studying sleep-alcohol associations in youth. He also leads innovative projects like the sleep experience assessment app funded by CUSE Grants. He actively contributes to academic governance, serving on committees such as the CAS Faculty Council and Psychology Department Strategic Planning Committee. As a clinical supervisor, he oversees the Psychological Services Center and mentors undergraduate research through programs like STAHR-U.

Jasmin Jahicمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Concurrent Computing
• Software Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jasmin Jahic is a Researcher at the Computer Architecture Group of the University of Cambridge, working under Timothy M. Jones. She holds a PhD in 'Supervised Testing of Embedded Concurrent Software' from the University of Kaiserslautern (2020) and has extensive experience as a researcher and project manager at the Fraunhofer Institute for Experimental Software Engineering. Her research focuses on concurrency in embedded systems, software engineering, AI integration, and low-power systems. Education: PhD in Computer Science from the University of Kaiserslautern (2020). Prior roles include Project Manager at Fraunhofer IESE and Coordinator of the European Master Program in Software Engineering. Research Interests: Concurrent computing, embedded systems architecture, AI applications in software engineering, and low-power system design. She explores concurrency bugs, synchronization mechanisms, and software architecture evolution in the context of Industry 4.0 and autonomous systems. Professional Activities: Co-Organizer of SAMOS workshops (2018–2021), Reviewer for IEEE/ACM conferences, and contributor to European Strategic Research Agendas for embedded systems. Teaches courses on software architectures for embedded systems and supervises numerous graduate students. Key Contributions: Frameworks like BOSMI for multithreaded software testing, FERA for concurrency bug detection, and research on AI adoption in traditional embedded systems. Active in HiPEAC conferences and industry partnerships.