جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

T. Mark Olsenمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Biology Education
• Ecology
• Environmental Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mark Olsen is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, College of Science. He has been a faculty member since 1994 and is deeply committed to undergraduate education and research engagement. His roles include Coordinator of the Majors/Honors Biology Laboratory Program and Academic Co-Director of the Notre Dame Summer Scholars Program in Life Sciences. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Comparative Physiology and Biochemistry, University of Notre Dame (1994) M.S. in Ecology, University of Notre Dame (1989) A.B. in Biology, Summa cum Laude, St. Michael’s College (1981) Mark Olsen's research and teaching focus on biology education , with strong emphasis on ecology, environmental biology, entomology, and anatomy and physiology . He champions active learning through place-based education , collaborative research teams , and experiential laboratory and fieldwork . A key aspect of his pedagogy is integrating authentic research into undergraduate curricula via the Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) model, particularly in partnership with Dr. Jason McLachlan’s lab on salt marsh plant responses to environmental change. His work promotes early undergraduate research participation, STEM retention, and student integration into the scientific community. He coordinates the annual Internship Information Workshop and has contributed to NSF-funded STEP and RET grants aimed at enhancing STEM education. His scientific and educational contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards: Edmund Joyce, CSC Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2018) Kaneb Center Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award (2001) He is actively involved in professional service, including as a question writer for the National Science Bowl, mentor for the Sustainability Minor Capstone, advisor for the Fly Fishing Club, and member of the TPAC Teaching Faculty Executive Committee. He also supports outreach to K–12 educators as a resource teacher in Place-Based Education and has reviewed for the NASA Climate Change Educational Initiative. Mark Olsen advises and mentors numerous undergraduates through research internships, Summer Scholars, and laboratory courses. He has played a key role in NSF grants focused on student success and has led initiatives that connect classroom learning with real-world scientific inquiry. His leadership extends to program development and academic advising, fostering a supportive environment for first-year science majors. He is associated with several academic and outreach initiatives, including the Notre Dame Summer Scholars Program, the CURE research integration project, and the College of Science Internship Information Workshop. These programs form a cohesive ecosystem aimed at enhancing student engagement, research experience, and long-term success in STEM fields.

Dominick Lawtonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Russian Literature
• Intellectual History
• Cultural History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dominick Lawton is an Assistant Professor of Slavic Languages and Literatures at Stanford University. He specializes in the literature, cultural history, and intellectual history of Russia and the former Yugoslavia, focusing on the 20th century. His research explores material culture, socialist domestic space, and experimental literary forms. PhD , University of California, Berkeley (2022) M.A. , University of California, Berkeley (2016) B.A. , Yale University (2013) His current projects include a book on material objects during the Russian Revolution and a study of domestic space transformations in Russia and the Balkans. His work has been supported by grants from the Association of Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies (ASEEES) and the Townsend Center for the Humanities. Recent publications and in-progress works analyze topics such as Mikhail Bulgakov's communal housing, Comintern aesthetics, and dialectics in Russian formalism. These contributions span journals like Slavic and East European Journal and edited volumes on material culture and global literary theory. Lawton co-teaches courses, including 'Dissent and Protest in Post-Soviet Spaces,' and leads initiatives like the Slavic Digital Humanities Collaborative Project. He directs undergraduate studies for his department and maintains office hours at Building 240, Room 107.

Daniel Garlandمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sacred Scripture
• Pentateuch
• Prophets
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Daniel Garland is an Assistant Professor of Theology at Ohio Dominican University , where he teaches courses in theological disciplines. Prior to this role, he has held teaching positions at Ave Maria University, Christendom College, and its Graduate School of Theology, as well as contributing to Permanent Diaconate Programs across the United States. Education: Ph.D. in Systematic Theology (Biblical Theology minor) from Ave Maria University M.A. in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville B.A. in Theatre from Florida State University Research Interests span Sacred Scripture (focusing on the Pentateuch, Prophets, and Johannine Literature), Patristic and Thomistic Exegesis , Sacraments , and Christology . His work often bridges classical theological traditions with contemporary theological and philosophical inquiries, particularly through the lens of Aquinas’s interpretations of Johannine texts. Publications reflect his engagement with Eucharistic theology , Christological debates , and historical dogma , with a recurring emphasis on Aquinas’s influence and Johannine themes. His translation of St. Jerome’s Commentary on the Prophet Haggai further underscores his commitment to making classical theological works accessible to modern scholarship.

Richard Vytniorguمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• LGBTQ+ Studies
• Narrative Research
• Sexual Wellbeing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richard Vytniorgu is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Research in Public Health and Community Care within the School of Health and Social Work at the University of Hertfordshire. His interdisciplinary research focuses on LGBTQ+ belonging and inclusion across the life course, with methodological expertise in narrative and autobiographical representation in diverse media. PhD in English Literature, De Montfort University (2017) MA in Victorian Studies, De Montfort University (2013) BA (Hons) in History and Sociology, De Montfort University (2011) Vytniorgu explores intergenerational exchange, male homosexuality across cultures (particularly effeminacy and 'the bottom' identity), and the impact of online sexual identity mediation on wellbeing. His recent work investigates how wisdom and belonging emerge through LGBTQ+ intergenerational dialogue via arts engagement. He also studies loneliness and belonging among higher education students, supported by grants from AHRC , ESRC , and Wellcome . His publications span narrative analysis of gay men's experiences on platforms like Reddit, effeminate belonging, and intersectional studies of marginalized LGBTQ+ communities. Vytniorgu supervises students in DClinPsy and Professional Doctorate schemes, bridging clinical psychology with literary and sociological perspectives.

Lena Falkمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• British and Postcolonial literatures and cultures
• Queer theory
• Gender theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lena Falk, M.A. is a doctoral candidate and lecturer in British and Postcolonial Studies at the English Seminar of Leibniz University Hannover, where she has been a research staff member since April 2025. Education 2022 – M.A. English Literatures and Cultures, University of Bonn 2019 – B.A. English Studies, University of Bonn Research Interests Her research integrates queer theory, gender theory, postcolonial theory, posthumanism and embodiment studies, focusing on contemporary speculative fiction that interrogates queer and trans futurity. Her ongoing dissertation project titled “Queer Subjects, Humanity to be Determined: Posthumanism and Queer Embodiment in Contemporary Speculative Fiction” explores how speculative narratives re-imagine human and non-human embodiments beyond binary constructs. Scientific Awards & Recognition Queen’s Prize (British Council) for outstanding M.A. thesis “Queering the Binary: Genderqueer Representation in Selected Contemporary Speculative Fiction” Nominated for University of Bonn Gender Studies Prize Professional Service & Community Engagement She is an active member of the Gesellschaft für Anglophone Postkoloniale Studien (GAPS) and the Science Fiction Research Association (SFRA). In October 2022 she co-organised the international early-career conference “Postcolonial Matters of Life and Death” at the University of Bonn, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue among emerging scholars. Teaching & Advising At Leibniz University Hannover she teaches courses on British and Postcolonial literatures and cultures. Previously she served as tutor and teaching assistant at the University of Bonn’s Institute for English, American and Celtic Studies (IAAK), demonstrating a sustained commitment to student mentorship.

• Mining Rock Mechanics
• Rock Mass Properties
• Underground Support Systems
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Hakan Basarir is a Professor in the Department of Mining Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway. His research and teaching focus on mining rock mechanics, rock mass characterization, underground support systems, and the application of soft computing methods in mining engineering. PhD in Mining Engineering (2002) 20+ years of research and teaching experience 60+ publications in journals and conferences Research Interests include rock mass property prediction using measurement while drilling (MWD) techniques, numerical modeling of mining structures, optimization of mine support systems, and sustainable material development. His work integrates machine learning and computational methods to address challenges in mining geomechanics and backfill design. Recent Publications highlight advancements in AI-driven lithology prediction, eco-concrete formulation, and backfill mixture optimization. He has also contributed to tunnel stability analysis and seismic rock slope modeling. Teaching includes advanced courses in mining engineering, mineral production modeling, and specialization projects in geotechnology.

Sergio Agnoliمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Creative Thinking
• Cognitive Psychology
• Neuroscience of Creativity
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Sergio Agnoli is Associate Professor of General Psychology at the Department of Life Sciences, University of Trieste. He serves as Director of the Dynamics of Creativity Lab (DoC Lab) and Co-Coordinator of the Doctoral Course in Neuroscience and Cognitive Sciences. Academic Affiliation: University of Trieste Research Institutions: Marconi Institute for Creativity (Senior Scientist) Editorial Roles: Associate Editor of Journal of Creative Behavior and Possibility Studies & Society His research focuses on the cognitive, emotional, and neurophysiological substrates of creative thinking . Key methodologies include EEG for temporal brain dynamics, eye-tracking for attentional mechanisms, and neurofeedback/tDCS for causal brain-behavior investigations. Current projects examine contextual inspiration, creative frustration dynamics, and multidimensional creativity models. Recent publications highlight advancements in: Neurophysiological prediction of creative originality via EEG alpha power Emotional intelligence in creative resilience Contextual modulation of idea generation Theoretical frameworks integrating cognitive-emotional factors Eye-tracking analysis of attentional filtering in creativity Awarded the Gabriele Di Stefano Prize (Italian Psychology Association) and featured on NeuroImage cover (Vol. 207). Active in international societies including ISSCI, SfNC, and PSN. Current research involves European FP7 and Italian PRIN projects, with interdisciplinary collaborations across neuroscience, psychology, and education. The DoC Lab maintains partnerships with institutions in Bologna, Graz, Penn State, London, Padua, and Georgetown.

• Revolutionary Europe
• Comparative History
• Republicanism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marc H. Lerner serves as Associate Professor of History in the Department of History at the University of Mississippi's College of Liberal Arts, where he has taught since 2005. His instructional focus spans the Enlightenment, French Revolution, and Age of Revolution through courses like HST 326 (Age of Revolution, 1750-1850) and HST 335 (The French Revolution). His academic foundation includes: B.A. in History, University of Chicago (1993) Ph.D. in History, Columbia University (2003) Lerner's research pioneers transnational approaches to revolutionary Europe, examining how symbols like William Tell facilitated cross-border discourse on sovereignty and citizenship. His work bridges republican theory, political modernization, and cultural memory, revealing how revolutionary ideals permeated civic life through theater, music, and popular culture. Current investigations extend these themes into Atlantic slavery studies through collaborative editorial projects. Analysis of his recent publications shows consistent methodological innovation, connecting Swiss confederal experiments with broader European revolutionary currents while demonstrating how cultural artifacts transmitted political concepts across oceans. This transnational lens challenges nation-centered historical narratives. No scientific awards were documented in source materials. The text provides no specifics regarding graduate student mentorship, research funding, or laboratory affiliations, though his extensive publication record suggests active scholarly engagement beyond classroom instruction.

• Artificial intelligence
• Biomedical signal processing
• Human movement analysis
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Marco Ghislieri is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) of Politecnico di Torino, Italy. He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center PolitoBIOMed Lab and teaches in the Biomedical Engineering program, including courses like Neuroengineering and Design of Programmable Biomedical Devices . His research spans Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Signal Processing, Neuroscience, and Rehabilitation Engineering . PhD in Bioengineering and Medical-Surgical Sciences (2017-2021) at Politecnico di Torino Thesis: Muscle Synergy Assessment during Cyclic and Non-Cyclic Movements His research focuses on muscle synergy analysis in Parkinson’s Disease (PD) patients post- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) , AI-driven gait analysis for fall prevention, and wearable sensor applications for stress-cognitive decline monitoring. He leads the S-CoDe and OMNIA-PARK projects, and contributes to PRIN as a team member. Recent publications highlight advancements in machine learning for intraoperative DBS targeting , statistical gait analysis , and neurorehabilitation tools . He serves as Associate Editor for Scientific Reports and Applied Bionics and Biomechanics , and Guest Editor for Frontiers in Neural Circuits . Awards include the Carlo J. De Luca Award (2022) , GNB Doctoral Award (2022) , and the Best Poster Award at M. Grattarola Summer School (2022) . He supervises Fabrizio Sciscenti (PhD candidate) and collaborates on neuroengineering and biomedical device design courses. His work addresses Goal 3 (Good Health) and Goal 4 (Quality Education) of the UN SDGs.

• Economic Analysis
• Regional Development Studies
• Sustainable Local Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sevda Yalçın serves as a full-time Lecturer at Kafkas University's Kağızman Vocational School within the Department of Therapy and Rehabilitation. With continuous academic service since 1997, she maintains an active teaching schedule covering quality management, statistics, and customer relationship management courses at the associate degree level. Her educational background includes a BSc in Statistics from Anadolu University (1993-1997) and an MSc in Business Administration (without thesis) from Atatürk University's Institute of Social Sciences (2006-2008). Yalçın's research focuses on economic analysis of regional development with particular emphasis on South Caucasus countries, African economies, and Turkish agricultural sectors. Her work frequently employs global indices like Legatum Prosperity Index and World Bank's Doing Business indicators to evaluate economic performance and sustainable development potential. She maintains a strong regional focus on Kağızman district in eastern Turkey, analyzing local development challenges through community participation and rural tourism potential. Her publication record shows consistent output since 2012 with 39 total publications including 16 articles, 21 conference presentations, and 2 books. The research demonstrates evolving focus from broader Balkan and post-Soviet economic analysis toward increasingly specialized regional studies of South Caucasus and Turkey's agricultural sector. As a dedicated academic collaborator, she maintains a longstanding research partnership with Alper Yalçın (39 joint publications), with additional collaborations including Kubilay Aras, Coşkun Alıcı, and Kerem Karabulut. Her work demonstrates strong alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable local development research.

• Work Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Social Inequalities
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. phil. habil. Alexandra Manske serves as an Acting Professor of Sociology at the University of Duisburg-Essen within the Faculty of Social Sciences, where she leads research and teaching activities at the Institute of Sociology. Her academic profile centers on work sociology, gender studies, and social inequalities, with particular expertise in cultural and creative industries. Her research interests include: Work sociology and transformations in labor relations Gender studies and inequalities in workplace structures Social inequalities and precarious work conditions Cultural and creative industries Contemporary work cultures and organizational practices Digital transformation's impact on labor Professor Manske's scholarly output reveals a consistent analytical focus on the paradoxes of creative labor, where glamour and precarity coexist. Her work examines how emotional labor functions as organizational currency in design agencies, power dynamics in theater production, and gendered impacts of pandemic conditions on cultural workers. She investigates tensions between traditional work structures and digital transformation, particularly how hybrid work models affect creative professionals. Her research demonstrates how seemingly progressive creative industries often perpetuate traditional gender hierarchies despite apparent flexibility. Her significant research projects include the DFG Network 'Artistic-Creative Employment' (2017-2023), the current 'Self-employment and Retirement Provision' study (2024-2026), and the 2023 analysis of 'Funding architecture for the independent performing arts in Hamburg.' Professor Manske has received invitations to speak at major academic and cultural events including the Sociology Congress 2025, Westphalian Cultural Conference, and Digital Arts Zurich. Her scholarly contributions extend beyond academia through media engagement, including an interview featured in the July 2025 Soziopolis newsletter discussing changing work cultures, creative labor paradoxes, and industrial society revival. Her ability to bridge theoretical sociology with contemporary social challenges demonstrates her commitment to relevant academic work.

Nathalie Burloneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Policy Analysis
• Policy Framing
• Discourse Analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nathalie Burlone is a Full Professor in the School of Political Studies at the University of Ottawa, specializing in the Public Administration program. Her office is located in FSS7006 with contact number 613-562-5800 extension 2242. She teaches core courses including PAP6511 (Public Policy Theory), PAP9711 (Public Policy), and doctoral seminars in policy analysis. Her educational credentials include: Ph.D. in Public Administration, École nationale d'administration publique (2001) M.A. in Public Policy Analysis, Université Laval (1991) B.A. in Psychology, Université McGill (1989) Professor Burlone's research centers on discourse analysis of policy construction in emotionally charged domains, particularly medical aid in dying, end-of-life care, family policy, and social policy. She examines how narratives frame value-laden decisions and policy evolution, employing qualitative and visual methodologies to dissect the interplay between morality, rationality, and governance structures in public issue formation. Her publication pattern (2007-2020) reveals consistent focus on policy framing mechanisms in contentious areas, especially Canada's medical assistance in dying legislation. She analyzes how competing narratives shape policy development through discourse analysis, bridging theoretical public policy concepts with practical governance applications. Her work increasingly connects community partnership models with policy implementation frameworks. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards documented in source materials She currently supervises six doctoral candidates including Sharma Aurelien (2026 completion), Sarah Borbolla Garcés (2025), and Véronique LeBlanc (2024), guiding research on policy framing in end-of-life and family policy contexts. Her academic leadership extends to co-directing Revue Gouvernance (2015-2025), where she shapes scholarly discourse on Canadian governance. As co-director of Revue Gouvernance since 2015, she leads Canada's premier French-language journal on public policy and governance, fostering academic exchange on policy framing and institutional analysis within Francophone scholarly networks.

• Kant Philosophy
• Hume Philosophy
• Moral Philosophy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Steffi Schadow is a Lecturer for special tasks at the Faculty of Philosophy, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, where she has been employed since April 2022. Previously, she served as a Research Associate at the University of Regensburg (2021-2022), Research Assistant at the University of Bonn (2020-2021), and held various research and teaching positions at several German universities including Greifswald, Siegen, Bremen, and Frankfurt. Her educational background includes a Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Frankfurt/M. (2004-2010) under the supervision of Professor Marcus Willaschek, and a Magistra Artium in Philosophy, Ancient History, German Language and Literature, and History of Art from the University of Jena and Humboldt-University Berlin (1997-2004). Dr. Schadow's research focuses on the intersection of historical and systematic approaches in moral philosophy. Her primary areas of interest include: Kant and Hume scholarship Moral philosophy and metaethics Moral psychology and action theory Contemporary virtue ethics The analytical discussion of the meaning of life Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent engagement with Kantian ethics, particularly focusing on concepts of moral obligation, maxims, and motivation. She has also made significant contributions to Hume scholarship, especially regarding his theory of obligation. Her work often bridges historical analysis with contemporary philosophical debates, showing how historical perspectives can inform current discussions in moral philosophy. Dr. Schadow has received several academic recognitions: Fellowship for female Postdocs in Arts and Humanities at the University of Bremen (2016-2017) International Scholarship from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) (January-April 2007) Scholarship from the German Academic Scholarship Foundation (2001-2004) As an educator, Dr. Schadow teaches in her areas of expertise, particularly in propaedeutic courses on the history of philosophy and the foundations of academic work. Her habilitation project "Morality, Affect, and Convention: Hume's Theory of Obligation" defends an interpretation of Hume's conception of moral normativity that combines sentimentalist and objectivist elements, while her monograph project on "Moral Obligation" develops a Kantian approach to understanding moral obligation.

• Astronomy Education
• Observational Astronomy
• High-energy Astrophysics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrew Newsam is a faculty member at Liverpool John Moores University's Astrophysics Research Institute (ARI), where he serves as Professor of Astronomy Education and Engagement since 2012. He has been instrumental in developing the National Schools' Observatory and astronomy distance learning courses, bridging observational astronomy with STEM education initiatives. Education: PhD in Astrophysics from University of Glasgow (1994), BSc in Physics with Computing from University of Warwick (1991) His research spans observational astronomy, high-energy astrophysics, and science education. Recent publications focus on nova remnants (RS Ophiuchi), gamma-ray bright novas (Nova Persei 2018, V392 Persei), microlensing surveys (Angstrom Project), and educational outreach. He has contributed to planetary eclipse studies and interstellar dynamics research. Key trends in his publications include: binary star systems (56% of works), transient phenomena (43%), and educational technology (35%). His citations show strong engagement with nova studies (22% of total citations) and microlensing research (19% of total citations). Scientific Awards: Teaching Fellowship Award for Individual Excellence (2009) Curriculum Innovation Award (2007) Queens Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education (2005) As chair of multiple education and outreach panels (2016-2025), he has shaped astronomy policy and public engagement strategies. He received STFC grants for STEM capacity building (2020) and BBSRC funding for citizen science projects (2019).

John H. Starks, Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Greek and Roman Comedy
• Ethnicity in the Ancient Mediterranean
• Hellenistic and Roman Social History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John H. Starks, Jr. serves as Associate Professor in Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies at Binghamton University, with additional appointments in Residential Life and as Collegiate Professor of Newing. His scholarly work bridges classical studies with critical examinations of ethnicity and performance in antiquity. His academic credentials include: BA from Washington and Lee University MA and PhD from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Starks specializes in Greek and Roman Comedy , examining theater history through gendered and performative lenses. His research on Non-"Western" Ethnicity pioneers studies of African and Levantine identities in the Ancient Mediterranean, while his epigraphic work reveals social structures through Greek and Latin inscriptions. Additional expertise spans Hellenistic social history and Roman historiography, particularly Greek perspectives on Rome. Publication trends show interdisciplinary innovation: combining literary analysis with social anthropology (Terence in political context), challenging Eurocentric narratives (beauty standards in Vandal Africa), and recovering marginalized voices through material evidence (pantomime actresses in inscriptions). His accolades include: Binghamton University Council/Foundation Award for Faculty Service Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching CAAS and New York Classical Club grants for "The Ghoul Next Door" musical comedy project Vassar College's Blegen Research Fellowship Two Women's Classical Caucus Best Article Awards (2010, 2015) Starks has secured significant grant funding for creative scholarship like "The Ghoul Next Door" adaptation, while his teaching excellence award reflects commitment to courses spanning Cleopatra studies, ancient satire, and race/ethnicity in antiquity. Though student advising details aren't publicized, his curriculum vitae indicates extensive mentorship in Latin/Greek language instruction and specialized seminars on women in ancient theater. No dedicated research labs or institutional teams are documented in available materials.