جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sveinung Sandbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marginalisation
• Legal and illegal drugs
• Violence and crime
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Sveinung Sandberg is a Professor at the Department of Criminology and Sociology of Law, University of Oslo. His research spans marginalization, illegal drug markets, radicalization, and narrative criminology, combining theoretical frameworks from Bourdieu and narrative analysis. Academic Interests: Marginalisation, Legal & Illegal Drugs, Violence, Radicalization, Bourdieusian Criminology, Narrative Criminology, Latin American Studies, Social Movements Education: PhD from University of Bergen Research Focus includes: Street capital theory in criminology Drug market cultural dynamics Narrative approaches to extremism Latin American criminal trajectories Recent Publications examine pandemic-related crime shifts, gendered drug use patterns, and narrative mechanisms in criminal justice. His 2021-2025 projects Radicalization and Resistance and Crime in Latin America (CRIMLA) involve cross-country life-story analyses. Scientific Awards: Fridtjof Nansen's Award for Young Researchers (2011) The Meltzer Prize for Young Researchers (2010) Editorial Roles include board memberships at Theoretical Criminology , Deviant Behavior , and International Criminal Justice Review . He has conducted fieldwork in Mexico and held visiting positions at institutions including CIDE (Mexico City) and European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (Lisbon).

Ulla McKnightمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sociology of Health and Illness
• Racialised Health Inequalities
• Gender and Health
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Ulla McKnight is an Assistant Professor in Sociology (Sociology and Criminology) at the University of Sussex, School of Law, Politics and Sociology. Her interdisciplinary research focuses on racialised and gendered health inequalities, particularly in reproductive and sexual health for ethnic minority and migrant women in the UK. Her educational background includes a PhD in Sociology from Goldsmiths, University of London (2016), an MA in Postcolonial Studies (Goldsmiths, 2006), a BFA in Photography (San Francisco Art Institute, 2001), and a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (Goldsmiths, 2018). Dr McKnight’s research lies at the intersection of Science and Technology Studies (STS), Black Feminist Hauntology, and participatory methodologies. She investigates how crises such as antimicrobial resistance (AMR), environmental collapse, and political inequity shape health futures. A key contribution is her conceptualisation of the HIV diaspora , which captures the transnational care experiences of people living with HIV in high-resource settings. Her work critically examines the entanglements of race, infectious disease, and political uncertainty using speculative and sensory methods. Her recent publications and research projects reveal a strong focus on maternal morbidity, speculative futures in sexual health, and the social justice dimensions of AMR. She employs arts-based and collaborative methods to explore the 'unsayable' in healthcare experiences. Nominated for Education Awards 2024 Nominated for Education Awards 2025 Dr McKnight is actively involved in supervising student research and has taught courses such as 'Doing Social Research', 'Health across the Lifecourse', and 'Sociology Research Proposal'. She is a Co-Investigator on the AHRC-funded project 'Reproductive Borders and Bordering Reproduction' and collaborates with the Wellcome Trust-funded project 'Inequalities and Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance in Sexual Health'. She has also secured a grant from the National Institute for Health Research for an arts-based workshop on 'unsayable' experiences. She is actively engaged in academic and public discourse through invited talks, conference presentations, and peer review for journals including Sociology of Health and Illness and Journal of the International AIDS Society .

Mustapha Sheikhمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Islamic Thought
• Muslim Societies
• Islamic Law and Legal Theory
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Mustapha Sheikh is Chair in Islamic Thought and Muslim Societies at the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, University of Leeds. He is Co-Director of the Iqbal Centre for Critical Muslim Studies and actively contributes to interdisciplinary research on Muslim intellectual history, Islamic law, and contemporary socio-political issues affecting Muslim communities globally. His educational background includes a DPhil in Theology and Religion from the University of Oxford, an MSt in the Study of Religions (Oxford), a BA in Arabic and Islamic Law, and a BSc in Project Management from University College London. His academic journey reflects a deep integration of traditional Islamic scholarship and rigorous Western academic training. Sheikh's research is centered on two interrelated strands: first, Islamic intellectual and legal history, particularly revivalist and reformist movements in the Ottoman and early modern Islamic world; second, the socio-scientific analysis of contemporary Muslim societies, including Islamophobia, Islamic finance, food and water security, and decolonial studies. His seminal work Ottoman Puritanism and Its Discontents (Oxford University Press, 2016) has significantly reshaped scholarly understanding of the Qadizadeli movement and Taymiyyan influences in Ottoman thought. He is a pioneer in advancing Critical Muslim Studies as a post-Orientalist framework for rethinking Islamic tradition. His recent publications reveal a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining Islamic legal theory with social justice, environmental security, and political economy. Themes such as intersectional oppression, decoloniality, and ethical finance recur across his work, reflecting a commitment to justice-oriented scholarship. He frequently collaborates with scholars across disciplines and geographies, particularly in the Global South. Member, British Society for Middle Eastern Studies (BRISMES) Member, British Association of Islamic Studies (BRAIS) Board Member, (In)Justice International Professor Sheikh actively supervises PhD students and has successfully guided over 20 doctoral candidates to completion. His research is supported by collaborations across institutions, including the University of Punjab (where he is a Visiting Professor) and Harper Adams University. He is currently co-editing volumes on global injustice and Islamic finance, and working on a book about healing racial trauma from an Islamic psycho-spiritual perspective. He leads and participates in numerous research groups, including the Arabic History group and the Centre for Religion and Public Life, and is deeply involved in public engagement through talks, webinars, and podcasts addressing Islamophobia, women’s rights under Shari’a, and decolonising knowledge.

Suzi Hallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urbanisation
• Migration
• Racialisation
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Suzi Hall is Professor of Sociology and Head of Department at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). Her research explores the intersections of global migration, urban marginalisation, and racialisation, with a focus on everyday life in multicultural cities. She is a leading figure in urban ethnography and contributes significantly to debates on citizenship, public space, and migrant livelihoods. University: London School of Economics and Political Science School: Department of Sociology Academic Rank: Professor Her research interests include urbanisation, migration, racialisation, livelihoods, and ethnography, with a strong emphasis on the lived realities of marginalised communities in cities. She combines sociological theory with architectural insight, drawing from her background as a practicing architect in South Africa. The recent publications of Professor Hall reveal a consistent trajectory in urban ethnography, focusing on migrant infrastructures, gendered precarity, and the politics of urban space. Her work spans high-impact journals in sociology, urban studies, and geography, demonstrating interdisciplinary reach and methodological rigor. Themes such as super-diversity, street economies, and urban belonging recur across her scholarship, often grounded in fieldwork in London, Cape Town, and other global cities. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Philip Leverhulme Prize in Sociology (2017) ESRC Future Research Leaders award (2015–2017) LSE Student Union 'Outstanding Teacher of the Year' (2025) Rome Scholarship in Architecture (1998–1999) LSE Robert McKenzie Prize for outstanding PhD research (2010) She teaches on the MSc City Design & Social Science programme and convenes an undergraduate module on Racial Borderscapes. She is part of the Urban Sociology research cluster at LSE and welcomes PhD enquiries in her research areas, though not for the 2026–27 session. She has supervised and mentored numerous students and contributes to academic leadership as Head of Department. Her major works include the books The Migrant’s Paradox (2021) and City, Street and Citizen (2012), as well as edited volumes like The Sage Handbook of the 21st Century City . She has also contributed to public scholarship through films like Ordinary Streets and the open-access website Race, Space and Architecture .

Priyanka Singhمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Film Studies
• Indian Cinema
• South Asian Cinema
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Priyanka Singh is a Lecturer in Film Studies at the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, University of Leeds, within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures. Her work centers on Indian cinema and emerging cinematic traditions from South Asia and the Middle East, with a strong interdisciplinary focus on feminism, post-colonialism, psychoanalysis, and subalternity. Her academic background includes a PhD in Film Studies from the University for the Creative Arts (2022) and an MSc in Digital Film Technologies and Production Techniques from the University of Bedfordshire. She is actively engaged in curriculum re-definition initiatives that promote Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in higher education. Dr. Singh's research explores women's authorship, marginalized narratives, and the psychosocial dimensions of cinema. Her interests span identity politics, decolonisation, documentary ethics, and queer cinema. She employs transdisciplinary methods, integrating Western and Indian feminist theories with psychoanalysis and religious ideologies. Her recent publications and conference presentations reveal a consistent focus on female desire, resistance to patriarchy, and the de-westernization of cinematic genres. She has contributed to discussions on eco-feminism, Dalit women’s representation, and the role of myth in feminist horror. Her forthcoming monograph Female Desire in Contemporary Bollywood (Routledge, 2024) is a significant contribution to the field. Dr. Singh is a member of several academic organizations, including BAFTSS, Visible Evidence, and the British Association for South Asian Studies, where she serves as Council Member and Co-Editor of a special edition of New Cinemas: Journal of Contemporary Films . Supervises undergraduate and postgraduate research projects in areas such as queer cinema, women’s representation, and practice-based video essays Actively involved in organizing international seminars and conferences on cinema and social justice Collaborates with student education leadership to align curriculum development with EDI goals She is affiliated with the Centre for World Cinemas and Digital Cultures and the Leeds Arts and Humanities Research Institute, contributing to a vibrant research community focused on global cinematic practices.

• Digital Media
• Platform Governance
• Digital Politics
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Eugenia Siapera is a Full Professor at the School of Information and Communication Studies at University College Dublin (UCD), where she also serves as co-Director of the UCD Centre for Digital Policy. Her academic work sits at the intersection of digital technology, media, and society, with a strong emphasis on political communication, platform governance, and digital justice. BSc, London School of Economics & Political Science, UK MSc, London School of Economics & Political Science, UK PhD, European University Institute, Florence Her research explores critical issues such as online hate speech, misogyny, digital racism, and the societal impact of AI and platform power. She investigates how digital technologies shape social justice, particularly in the context of marginalised communities, and is deeply engaged with decolonial perspectives on digital media. Her work often examines the affective and political economies of toxic online content, including hate journalism and extremist movements. Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on platform governance, digital inequality, and the role of civil society in shaping digital policy. Themes across her articles include the rise of alt-tech platforms, AI moderation and racial bias, the weaponization of misinformation during crises, and the decolonization of digital spaces. Her research is geographically diverse, with case studies from Ireland, Greece, Egypt, and the Global South. Resisting Hate: New Foundations for Developing Safeguards and Toolkits for Public Librarians Against Reactionary Responses to LGBTQ Materials (Irish Research Council, 2023–2024) FORSEE: Forging Successful AI Applications for European Economy and Society (Horizon Europe, ongoing) She actively supervises PhD students and teaches core modules such as Platform Governance, Gender Race and Media, and Data & Society. She has coordinated these courses over multiple years, indicating a sustained commitment to curriculum development and student mentorship. She is involved in significant collaborative research with institutions across Europe and has published extensively in top journals such as Television and New Media , Information, Communication & Society , and European Journal of Communication . Her editorial work includes co-editing special issues on topics like online misogyny and decolonizing the internet, further demonstrating her leadership in shaping scholarly discourse.

• Political Parties
• Electoral Engagement
• Marginalised Communities
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrew Russell is a prominent academic in the Department of Politics at the University of Liverpool, where he served as Head of Department from 2017–2022. Currently on research leave until September 2023, he is finalizing two major works: a monograph co-authored with Andreja Zevnik on European Roma titled The Politics of Unbelonging and a book with David Cutts and Joshua Townsley on the Liberal Democrats titled From Hope to Despair to Where? . University of Liverpool (2017–present): Head of Department (2017–2022), Professor University of Manchester (1994–2017): Lecturer (1994), Senior Lecturer (2004), Professor (2011), Head of Politics (2012–2015) University of Leeds, Loughborough University, and University of Sheffield (1989–1994) His research spans political parties, electoral engagement, and marginalized communities. Notable publications include analyses of the Liberal Democrats' electoral strategies and systemic challenges faced by European Roma. He supervises PhD students in British Politics, comparative centrist parties, and marginalized communities, particularly Roma populations. Recent publications highlight his focus on: 2023–2025: Roma racialization in Europe 2020–2023: Liberal Democrats' post-2010 coalition decline 2000s: Youth political engagement and electoral reform Scientific Awards: Sir Bernard Crick Outstanding Teaching Prize (2012) Andrew has extensive professional engagement, including serving on the Campaign for Social Science board (2016–2022), providing evidence to UK parliamentary committees, and advising international organizations on youth and minority representation. He teaches modules like POLI304 (Contemporary Parliamentary Studies) and POLI109 (Foundations in Politics), emphasizing practical parliamentary links.

• Crisis journalism
• Journalism education
• Ethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karen Fowler-Watt is Professor of Journalism and Global Narratives at Bournemouth University, where she directs the Centre for the Study of Conflict, Emotion and Social Justice (CESJ) and leads journalism education research at the Centre for Excellence in Media Practice (CEMP). Her research reimagines journalism practice and education, focusing on marginalised voices, trauma reporting, autobiographical journalism, and conflict coverage. She employs innovative storylistening methodologies in post-conflict settings like Colombia. Her publications examine media literacy, fake news resilience, and the evolution of journalism pedagogy. Her research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals including Quality Education, Reduced Inequalities, Peace and Justice, and Global Partnerships.

Dyah Pitalokaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Communication
• Emerging Technology and Society
• Health Communication
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dyah Pitaloka is Associate Professor in Marketing & Digital Communication at Monash University, Indonesia, and serves as course coordinator for the Master’s program in Marketing & Digital Communications. She previously held academic positions at Monash University Malaysia, National University of Singapore, and the University of Sydney, and earned her PhD from the University of Oklahoma as a Fulbright scholar. PhD in Communication, University of Oklahoma (2010–2014) MA in Advertising & Strategic Marketing Communication, University of Leeds (2001) Her research focuses on the social, cultural, political, and policy dimensions of emerging technologies, particularly in health and wellbeing, social justice, digital inclusion, disability studies, and marginalized communities. Her regional expertise spans Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, and Australia. She employs interdisciplinary and arts-based methods, including collaborations with trauma survivor groups like the Dialita Choir, and draws from her background as a traditional Balinese dancer to explore themes of gender, identity, and power. Her recent publications and research projects reflect a strong trend in digital equity, data governance, and inclusive technology design, especially in the Global South. Key themes include digital resilience during the pandemic, contact tracing apps, disability data, and regulating gender-based violence in virtual spaces like the Metaverse. She has led externally funded projects from organizations such as META, SSRC, Ford Foundation, and Wenner-Gren Foundation. Fulbright Scholar Dyah actively supervises PhD and Master’s students and is involved in international research collaborations. She contributes to public discourse through media outlets like The Jakarta Post and participates in workshops and seminars on trauma, digital ethics, and communication. She is a principal investigator on multiple active research projects, including those on digital health co-design, data governance, and climate justice in Indonesia. She is affiliated with research networks such as the Southeast Asia Research Center for Digital Technology and Society (SEADS) and has organized and participated in numerous academic events, including trauma workshops and international communication forums.

Nicola Sumمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Educational Leadership
• Global and Local Leadership Contexts
• International Education Frameworks
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicola Sum is a Senior Lecturer within the School of Education, Culture & Society at Monash University's Faculty of Education. With twenty years of experience in school systems across Victoria, the UK, and international sectors, she brings extensive practical knowledge to her academic role. Her work focuses on Initial Teacher Education (ITE) and postgraduate studies of globalisation in education, drawing from her background as a former school principal who returned to complete doctoral studies on the inter-connected nature of globalisation and educational leadership. Dr. Sum's research interests span multiple critical areas in contemporary education: Educational Leadership in global and local contexts International Education frameworks and implementation Gendered experiences of leadership and social injustice Hope theory as resistance in educational settings Sustainability practices in educational leadership School leadership beyond crises and the 'new normal' Her recent scholarly work demonstrates a clear trajectory examining leadership through the lens of crisis, globalization, and hope. The publications reveal a consistent focus on how educational leaders navigate complex challenges, with particular attention to women's experiences and the role of hope as both psychological resource and political resistance. Her research increasingly incorporates transnational perspectives, examining leadership across different cultural contexts and educational systems. Dr. Sum has received recognition for her contributions to the field: Faculty of Education Emeritus Mentoring Scheme (2020) Finalist for the Politics of Education Association (PEA) Outstanding Dissertation Award (2020) Her advisory and grant activities reflect substantial engagement with educational leadership challenges. She has served as Primary Chief Investigator on seven significant research projects since 2016, including 'Transformative leadership through geopolitical crisis: Stories of women and teams working in marginalised communities' (2023) and 'Reimagining leadership in times of crisis and the new normal' (2020-2021). Her work with Social Ventures Australia demonstrates practical applications of her research to improve education through social networks. Dr. Sum maintains active professional engagement through editorial roles with Review of Education and the International Journal of Educational Management, and as a peer reviewer for Scientific Reports. She regularly presents at international conferences and contributes to academic discourse through blogs on topics like glocalization of school leadership and educational leadership during the pandemic.

• Economic Geography
• Urban Geography
• Digital Labour
• +۱۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Aditya Ray is a Senior Lecturer in Geography and Environmental Management at the University of the West of England (UWE) Bristol, Faculty of Environment and Technology. His research lies at the intersection of digitalisation, labour geographies, southern urbanisms, and global development, with a strong focus on social justice and sustainability. Funded by the ESRC, he has led major studies on IT-BPO labour in India and post-pandemic gig work, and is currently leading a new project (2025–2027) on AI value chains in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO). He has also contributed to research on transnational mobility of tech workers at the Open University. Research Interests: Dr Ray’s work examines how technological change reshapes work, cities, and development in the Global South. His core areas include: Digital and platform labour Gig economy and informality Labour geographies and global production networks Southern urbanisms and urban justice Climate and environmental justice Transnational mobility and skilled migration AI, automation, and the future of work Recent Research Trends: His recent publications reflect a deepening engagement with the socio-spatial impacts of digital platforms, particularly in India. Themes include worker precarity, state-platform relations, resistance strategies, and the need for alternative economic models. His upcoming work expands this to AI-driven labour systems, highlighting global inequalities in data and logistics work. Teaching and Supervision: He teaches and supervises on modules such as Geographies of Globalisation, Climate Justice, Research Methods, and Transforming Global Cities. He welcomes PhD inquiries on topics related to digital labour, development, and sustainability. Professional Engagement: Dr Ray is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS). He serves on the editorial board of Work, Employment and Society , a leading journal in economic sociology. He has led initiatives to improve access to higher education for refugees, contributing to UWE’s successful application to become a University of Sanctuary. Grants and Projects: ESRC-funded project on labour geographies of IT-enabled outsourcing (2019–2021) Participatory study on app-based workers in post-COVID India (2020–2023) New grant on labour and development in AI value chains (2025–2027) Research on transnational mobility of tech workers (UK-India, with Open University) Labs and Teams: Dr Ray is affiliated with research groups in Digital Geography and Southern Urbanisms at UWE. He collaborates with international partners including the ILO and researchers across the UK and India, working within interdisciplinary teams focused on labour, technology, and urban development.

Ashvin Immanuel Devasundaramمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• World Cinemas
• New Independent Indian Cinema
• South Asian Studies
• +۱۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ashvin Immanuel Devasundaram is a Reader in Global Cinemas at Queen Mary University of London, specializing in World Cinemas with a focus on New Independent Indian Cinema, emerging cinemas from South Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa. He actively engages in transdisciplinary and intercultural exploration, connecting cinematic representations with themes such as postcolonialism, decolonisation, LGBTQ+ issues, urban violence, and cultural heritage. Current Research: Principal Investigator for the AHRC-funded India-UK project 'Connecting Creative Industries and Cultural Heritage: India-UK Film Festival Federation, Youth Curation and Community Co-creation' (2024-2027). Leadership Roles: Associate Director of the UK Asian Film Festival (UKAFF) and founder of its Edinburgh edition (2016). Key Themes: Intersections of cinema with philosophy, politics, migration, postmodernism, and urban transformations across India, South Africa, Bhutan, Singapore, and Brazil. His work has led to the establishment of an international interdisciplinary research network on global urban violence and its impact on marginalized communities, alongside ongoing editorial roles in academic series and journals. He mentors through the B-MEntor scheme and integrates philosophical themes into his music with the transglobal neo-progressive rock project The Multitude. Scientific Awards: Edinburgh University Literary Award (2012), QMUL Community Engagement Prize (2018).

Aimee Grantمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Marginalisation & stigma
• Autistic lived experiences
• Inequalities
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Aimee Grant is a Senior Lecturer in Public Health at Swansea University, affiliated with the School of Health and Social Care within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science. She holds a Wellcome Trust Career Development Fellowship focusing on participatory research with the Autistic community to address reproductive health disparities. Her work emphasizes social justice and challenges systemic inequalities in healthcare and education, particularly for Autistic individuals and marginalized groups. Dr Grant’s research spans qualitative methods, including documentary analysis, and she has authored influential books on research methodologies. Education: Mature student background with a working-class origin, transitioning from healthcare roles to academia. Research Interests: Center on Autistic lived experiences, reproductive health equity, infant feeding practices, and advancing qualitative research methods. Notable Projects: The Autism from Menstruation to Menopause study and community science initiatives on infant formula safety. Grants: Over £2.5 million from Wellcome Trust, MRC, and ESRC for studies on Autistic healthcare access and breastfeeding support. Teaching: Supervises PhD students in participatory and qualitative research, including Holly Morse and Lyndsey Hookway. Collaborations: Leads the Centre for Lactation, Infant Feeding and Translational Studies (LIFT) and works with global researchers on autism and healthcare equity. Labs/Teams: Directs the LIFT Centre, which prioritizes community-led research. Future Work: Expanding participatory methodologies to address healthcare inequities and advancing Autistic self-advocacy in research design.

Gillian Stokesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health and Social Equity
• Systematic Reviews
• Inclusive Social Research
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Gillian Stokes is an Associate Professor of Inclusive Social Research at the Social Research Institute, UCL Institute of Education. Her work bridges health, social equity, and decolonisation in research, with a focus on systematic reviews and qualitative methods. Stokes also contributes to editorial roles as Editor of the Journal of Ethnic and Racial Studies and Associate Editor of Research for All. Doctor of Philosophy, University College London (2019) Master of Science, University of Kent (2008) Bachelor of Science, Middlesex University (2006) Her research spans systematic reviews , decolonisation , and AI's equity implications , addressing topics like cardiovascular risk communication, co-production in evidence synthesis, and the marginalisation of African/Caribbean communities. Recent publications highlight decolonial frameworks in research AI equity mental health disparities methodological innovations Scientific awards include Fellowships from the Royal Society of Medicine and Public Health, alongside multiple student excellence prizes. She mentors African and Caribbean youth in STEM and founded ACHWA (African and Caribbean Heritage Women Authors). Stokes supervises PhD research on sociological and public health topics and teaches qualitative methods, systematic reviews, and race/diversity courses. She serves on UCL's Academic Board and as Head of Staff Development.

• School Leadership
• Teacher Education
• Bilingual Education
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Maria Gindidis is an Associate Professor at the School of Curriculum, Teaching & Inclusive Education at Monash University . Her work focuses on Teacher Education in marginalized and culturally diverse contexts, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals on Quality Education ( SDG 4 ) and Reduced Inequalities ( SDG 10 ). Current roles include Chief Examiner and Coordinator of first and fourth-year core units in the Bachelor of Education with Honours program. State Coordinator of the Bilingual Schools Project Acting Assistant Principal, eastern region secondary school Coordinator of bilingual programs in 15 Victorian schools Research Interests center on Neuroscience and Learning , particularly the bilingual brain, and the intersection of Community Languages with teacher training. Her PhD explored marginalised teachers' lived experiences in community schools using phenomenology. Recent projects examine digital literacy, transmedia storytelling, and equity in teacher coaching. Article Trends include autoethnographic methodologies, critical explorations of cultural conformity in diaspora communities, and integrative approaches to arts and language education during crises. Publications emphasize pedagogical innovation, digital-physical learning intersections, and systemic challenges in community language programs. Scientific Awards : Australian Linguistics Society Michael Clyne Award (2014) Monash Students Association Outstanding Teacher of the Year (2016) Teaching Excellence Award (2019) Grants and Collaborations include a 2019 national parent survey grant on immigrant language maintenance and leadership research in marginalized communities. International collaborations span professional learning programs in Zhejiang, China. Media engagements address language education innovation and aged-care language labs for preschoolers.