جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Hadrien Damiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Book History
• Publishing
• Cultural Communication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hadrien Dami is a Researcher at the Institute of Reformation History within the Faculty of Arts at the University of Geneva . Since August 2019, he has focused on 17th-century European print culture , particularly Geneva's editorial reputation in navigating religious books and forbidden texts . His work bridges book history , cultural communication , and confessional dynamics through archival research and textual analysis. Research Interests : Genevan printing as a transnational media hub Confessional publishing strategies and censorship False imprints and counterfeit book networks Biographical approaches to printers and authors Political information dissemination before newspapers Article Trends (2023–2025): 2025: Analysis of Arconati Lamberti and the Chouet dynasty 2024: Studies on anonymous pamphlets and Mercure François counterfeits 2023: Typographic addresses as confessional markers Teaching : 2023–2024: “Prints in the Arena” (BA level) 2022–2023: “In Cologne, at Pierre Marteau’s” (BA level) 2021–2022: “Publishing/Censoring Opinions” (BA level) 2020–2021: Co-taught “Bad Thoughts” (MA level)

Justin de Benedictis-Kessnerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Local Government Policy
• Urban Politics
• Housing Policy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Justin de Benedictis-Kessner is an Associate Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government. His research focuses on local government policy, including housing, transportation, policing, and economic development. He examines how citizens hold officials accountable, how representation translates public interests into policy, and the formation of policy opinions. He teaches courses on politics, ethics, and urban policy, including an experiential field lab partnering students with municipalities to address real-world challenges. Education: PhD in Political Science from MIT (2016), BA in Government and Psychology from College of William & Mary (2010). Prior roles include Assistant Professor at Boston University and postdoctoral researcher at Boston Area Research Initiative. Research funding sources include MIT Election Data Lab, TESS, and Boston Area Research Initiative. Research highlights include the 'American Local Government Elections Database' (2023), analyzing over 57,000 local election contests, and studies on car ownership's impact on voter turnout (2023) and the limited effects of YouTube algorithmic recommendations on polarization (2025). Awards include the APSA’s Clarence Stone and Norton Long Young Scholar Awards. He is affiliated with multiple Kennedy School centers: Ash Center, Malcolm Wiener Center for Social Policy, Shorenstein Center, and Taubman Center. His work bridges academic research with practical policy solutions, emphasizing equitable urban governance and participatory democracy.

Maya Senمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Science
• Law
• Political Economy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maya Sen is a Professor of Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS). She holds a Ph.D. in Government and an A.M. in Statistics from Harvard University, as well as a J.D. from Stanford Law School. Her research focuses on law, political economy, race, and statistical methods. Key works include Deep Roots: How Slavery Still Shapes Southern Politics (2018) and The Judicial Tug of War (2020). She has testified before Congress and presidential commissions, and her work has been featured in major media outlets. Her research examines historical legacies of slavery on Southern politics, judicial behavior, and ideological polarization. Notable recent studies include a decade-long survey revealing the U.S. Supreme Court’s growing conservatism relative to public opinion (2022). Sen also explores cognitive dissonance in political preferences and judicial empathy’s impact on rulings. Sen’s awards include the 2019 William H. Riker Book Award. She teaches courses on the Supreme Court and policy, and her work engages with contemporary debates on judicial reform, democracy, and institutional change. She contributes to policy discussions via her HKS affiliations, including the Women and Public Policy Program.

Emerson S. Niouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Systems
• International Relations
• Game Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Emerson S. Niou is a Professor of Political Science at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences since 2002, with prior roles including Associate Professor (1994–2002) and Acting Director of Asian & Middle Eastern Studies (1995–1996). He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Texas at Austin (1987). His research focuses on international relations, game theory applications to political strategy, and the political dynamics of China and Taiwan. Notable works include Strategy and Politics: An Introduction to Game Theory (2015) and studies on alliance formation, electoral behavior, and cross-strait security. His grants include leadership on projects like the 'Enhancement of Taiwan Studies in the United States' (2014) and 'Taiwanese Public Opinion and Security Stability in the Taiwan Strait' (2006–2007). Awards include multiple research grants from the National Chiang Ching-Kuo Foundation and the Josiah Charles Trent Memorial Foundation. Teaching responsibilities span courses on self-governance, games and politics, and social choice theory. Recent courses include POLSCI 332 (Games and Politics) and POLSCI 333S (Democracy and Social Choice). Key Research Areas: Alliance strategies, electoral competitiveness, cross-strait relations, and democratic transitions. Recent Grants: Focused on Taiwan studies, Chinese local governance, and international security dynamics. Professional Activities: Organized conferences on China studies methodologies and cross-strait policy dialogues.

Peter A Fritzscheمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 20th Century German History
• Holocaust Studies
• Media History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peter A Fritzsche is a distinguished Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, holding multiple academic positions across departments and centers. He serves as W. D. and Sara E. Trowbridge Professor of History, Professor of Germanic Languages & Literatures, and holds affiliations with the Center for Advanced Study, European Union Center, Russian, East European and Eurasian Center, and Center for Global Studies. His research focuses on 20th-century German history, particularly examining media dynamics, public opinion, and political culture during the Weimar Republic and Nazi era. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining historical analysis with media studies. Notable publications include Hitler's First Hundred Days (2020), analyzing early Nazi regime consolidation, and studies on National Socialist propaganda mechanisms. His recent articles explore the role of media in shaping public perception during the Third Reich. Prof. Fritzsche's affiliations reflect his transnational research focus, engaging with European studies programs and global historical contexts. Though no specific awards are listed, his extensive publication record and cross-departmental roles indicate significant scholarly contributions to Holocaust studies and German history. His academic service includes leadership roles in multiple university centers, demonstrating commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. While no advising information is provided, his work clearly impacts graduate education through advanced research in historical methodologies and cultural studies.

Amanpal Garchaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nineteenth-Century British Literature
• Literary Theory
• Critical Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amanpal Garcha is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at The Ohio State University. His expertise spans 19th-century British literature, literary theory, and critical theory, with a focus on the interplay between economic thought and narrative forms. He holds a PhD from Columbia University (2001) and has published extensively on Victorian fiction and Romantic literature. Education: PhD, Columbia University (2001); MA, Columbia University; BA, Johns Hopkins University (1993) His research explores connections between economic decision-making theories and literary representations of choice, as seen in his book From Sketch to Novel: The Development of Victorian Fiction (2009) and his current project Preference: Nineteenth-Century Literature and Modern Forms of Choice . Recent publications analyze choice in Victorian novels through lenses like neoclassical economics and ecological theory. Awarded the Department of English's Graduate Professor of the Year three times (2005, 2014, 2016) and the Marlene Longenecker Award for Teaching and Leadership (2020), Garcha is also affiliated with the Dickens Project at UC Santa Cruz. He contributes to academic discourse through essays on cybernetics, affect theory, and professional identity in literature.

Wayne Giangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human Factors
• Cognitive Engineering
• Healthcare Systems
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wayne Giang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering at the University of Florida. His research bridges human systems and health systems, focusing on interface design and decision-support tools for healthcare providers. Ph.D., University of Toronto (2018) M.S., University of Waterloo (Systems Design Engineering) B.S., University of Waterloo (Systems Design Engineering) His work explores human-automation interaction , particularly in automated driving systems , health insurance decision aids , and smart device distractions . He applies cognitive engineering principles to enhance safety and usability in complex systems. Recent publications highlight trends in automated vehicle training , accessibility for cognitively impaired users , and distraction analysis in transportation and healthcare contexts. His studies often involve experimental design and user-centered methodologies. Dr. Giang teaches courses in cognitive engineering , human information processing , and statistical analysis , emphasizing practical applications of human factors research.

Peter J. Hammerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Law
• Economic Development
• International Public Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Peter J. Hammer is a Professor of Law and A. Alfred Taubman Endowed Chair at Wayne State University Law School, where he has taught since 2003. He serves as Faculty Director of the Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights, focusing on civil rights empowerment and urban equity. Educated at Gonzaga University (B.A./B.S.), and the University of Michigan (J.D./Ph.D. in economics), he previously held a faculty position at the University of Michigan Law School. His research spans health law, international development, and human rights, with a focus on Cambodia and Detroit. He has authored/co-edited books including Crusader for Justice: Federal Judge Damon J. Keith (2013) and No Equal Justice: The Legacy of George W. Crockett Jr. (2022). His scholarship addresses global health systems, World Bank policies, and structural racism in urban contexts. He has received awards such as the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Investigator Award in Health Policy Research. Community involvement includes board roles with the ACLU of Michigan and Cambodia-focused organizations like Legal Aid of Cambodia. His courses address race, law, and social change in Detroit, and international health policy. Recent work critiques systemic racism in housing, water equity, and urban governance.

Steph Liberatoreمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Creative Nonfiction
• Writing Pedagogy
• Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Steph Liberatore is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at George Mason University. She specializes in Creative Nonfiction, Writing Pedagogy, and Composition. Her work explores themes of grief, family dynamics, and educational challenges through literary essays and memoir writing. She earned her MFA in Creative Nonfiction from George Mason University. Dr. Liberatore has received multiple grants and fellowships including the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Fellowship (2023) and the Mason 4-VA OER Grant (2016-2017). She regularly publishes in journals like River Teeth , Cream City Review , and Inside Higher Ed , and co-founded the literary journal In Short: A Journal of Flash Nonfiction . Her teaching focuses on advanced composition and creative writing courses such as ENGH 486 Senior Capstone and ENGH 393 Forms of Nonfiction. She has presented at prestigious conferences including the Conference on College Composition and Communication and the Association of Writers & Writing Programs. Her research emphasizes innovative approaches to writing pedagogy in polarized educational environments.

David Bamfordمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Healthcare Operations
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor David Bamford is a leading academic in Operations Management at Manchester Metropolitan University's Business School, serving as Research Lead for the Department of Operations, Technology, Events, and Hospitality Management (OTEHM). His career bridges academia and industry, with over 250 publications and extensive collaboration with organizations such as the NHS, Deloitte, and global enterprises. He specializes in operations improvement, supply chain management, and healthcare logistics, emphasizing knowledge transfer through projects like the UK Colombia Rail Management Training initiative. His research spans pharmaceutical supply chains, lean methodologies in healthcare, and sports operations management. Notable contributions include the 'Essential Guide to Operations Management' and award-winning studies on service quality at the London 2012 Paralympics. Bamford has led numerous Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs), generating significant savings and operational efficiencies for businesses and public sector organizations. Award-winning educator, Bamford has received accolades including the Distinguished Achievement Medal (2009) and multiple teaching excellence awards. His advisory roles with entities like the NHS and international rail projects highlight his practical impact. Current research focuses on smart passenger systems, crowd science, and innovation in legal services. Key Projects: Rail Management Training for Colombia, Lean Law Implementation, and Healthcare Capacity Planning. Grants: Over £2M in KTP funding for projects like Rasic Ltd's Rail Demand System and Russell IPM's Industry 4.0 transformation. Labs/Teams: Leads OTEHM's research initiatives and collaborates with industry partners via the Business School's innovation networks.

Vincenzo Carnevaleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Statistical Physics
• Machine Learning
• Protein Structure-Function Relations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vincenzo Carnevale is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Temple University's College of Science and Technology. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Physics from the University of Pisa and a Ph.D. from SISSA in Trieste, Italy. His research group focuses on statistical physics and machine learning to study sequence-structure-function relations in proteins, epistasis in molecular evolution, and self-organization in biomolecules. Key themes include how interactions drive collective phenomena and emergent behaviors in biological systems, with a long-term goal of understanding electrical signaling in excitable cells. Recent work spans computational approaches in medical applications (e.g., AI in obstetrics-gynecology diagnostics), lipid-ion channel interactions, and genotype imputation algorithms. His methods include molecular dynamics simulations, Monte Carlo techniques, and deep learning frameworks. Carnevale has no listed scientific awards, but his work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaborations at the interface of physics, biology, and computer science. He contributes to programs like Molecular and Cellular Biology and maintains a lab focused on theoretical/computational biology.

Alex Wellersteinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• History of Science
• Nuclear Policy
• Nuclear Weapons History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alex Wellerstein is an Associate Professor in the Science and Technology Studies Program at Stevens Institute of Technology's School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD from Harvard University (2010) and a BA from UC Berkeley (2002), both in History. His research focuses on the history of nuclear weapons, nuclear secrecy, and the intersection of science with public policy and culture. Wellerstein has authored two books: Restricted Data: The History of Nuclear Secrecy in the United States (2021) and the forthcoming The Atomic President: Harry Truman and the Making of the Nuclear Age (2025). He created the widely used NUKEMAP simulator and maintains blogs like Restricted Data and Doomsday Machines . His work bridges academic scholarship with public engagement through media appearances, museum collaborations, and digital projects. Wellerstein has held roles such as Director of the Science and Technology Studies Program (2020–present), Farber Fellow (2017–2019), and postdoctoral fellowships at Harvard Kennedy School and the American Institute of Physics. His awards include the 2022 Jess H. Davis Memorial Award and 2014 NSF Vizzies finalist recognition for NUKEMAP. He advises institutions like the Outrider Foundation and consults for media projects like the television series MANHATTAN . His courses explore topics like nuclear history, science communication, and the post-apocalyptic imagination. Research interests include presidential nuclear authority, Cold War science governance, and visualizing nuclear impacts. Grants funded projects like OpenSIOP (Future of Life Institute) and Oregon Road '83 (Outrider Foundation). His writing appears in venues ranging from The New Yorker to academic journals, emphasizing accessible science communication and critical historical analysis.

Paul Millerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Neuroscience
• Neuroscience
• Dynamical Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paul Miller is a Professor of Biology at Brandeis University and a member of the Volen National Center for Complex Systems. His research focuses on computational neuroscience, integrating dynamical systems theory with experimental data to understand neural mechanisms underlying decision-making, memory, and sensory processing. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Bristol (UK) and a B.A. from Cambridge University. Before joining Brandeis in 2000, he was at Georgetown University and conducted postdoctoral work in theoretical physics at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Education: B.A., Cambridge University (1991) Ph.D., University of Bristol (1994) Research Interests: Computational Neuroscience emphasizes modeling neural circuits for short-term/long-term memory, decision-making processes, and the dynamics of neural ensemble activity. His work bridges theoretical approaches (e.g., hidden Markov modeling, spiking neuron networks) with experimental data from cortical and hippocampal systems. He explores how quasistable attractor states enable robust computation and how homeostatic mechanisms stabilize neural activity. Notable Contributions: Developed models explaining how integral feedback control enables robust sequential decision-making, elucidated synaptic mechanisms for spatiotemporal discrimination, and analyzed the role of calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II (CaMKII) in long-term memory stability. His textbook An Introductory Course in Computational Neuroscience (MIT Press) is widely used in graduate programs. Labs/Teams: Leads the Computational Neuroscience Lab at Brandeis, collaborating with experimentalists to validate theoretical models. Active in interdisciplinary projects involving neurophysiology, systems biology, and mathematical neuroscience.

Joel Finnisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Atmospheric Sciences
• Climate Change
• Environmental Risk Communication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joel Finnis is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Geography at Memorial University of Newfoundland. He is an atmospheric scientist whose research bridges natural science with social science, focusing on climate-environmental change, risk communication, and climate adaptation planning. His research combines observations and climate model outputs to validate projections, quantify uncertainty, and understand climate processes. Current projects analyze marine weather hazards, climate adaptation for coastal communities, and green infrastructure solutions. He co-leads the Coast & Ocean Risk Communication Community of Practice (CORCCoP), fostering collaboration between academics, practitioners, and stakeholders. Recent publications highlight his work on climate risk governance, marine safety, and interdisciplinary climate communication. Articles span topics like aquaculture safety, Arctic hydrology, and extreme weather modeling, reflecting his dual focus on atmospheric systems and societal impacts. He has contributed extensively to climate adaptation policy and education in Newfoundland and Labrador, with a long-standing emphasis on climate change projections and their integration into infrastructure and fisheries management.

Steve Holmesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Rhetoric
• Technical Communication
• Ethics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Steve Holmes is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Texas Tech University, specializing in technical communication and rhetoric. He holds a PhD in Rhetorics, Communication and Information Design from Clemson University and previously taught at George Mason University. His research explores digital rhetoric, ethics in technical communication, and material rhetorics, with applications in social media, gaming, and algorithmic cultures. His research integrates virtue ethics with digital contexts, examining content moderation practices, non-Western ethical frameworks, and rhetorical patterns in technical communication journals. Recent work focuses on inclusive design, queer tactical communication, and ethical paradigms for social justice movements. Holmes has authored award-winning books including Procedural Habits and Rhetoric, Technology, and the Virtues . His publications show consistent interdisciplinary engagement with ethics, digital media, and social justice, using methods ranging from qualitative analysis to computational text mining. Nell Ann Pickett Article Award (2018, 2020) CCCC Best Article Award (2021) Computers and Composition Distinguished Book Award (2022-2023) As Director of Undergraduate Studies for Technical Communication (2020-2024), he co-developed curricula and textbooks. He mentors numerous graduate students, chairing dissertations on ethical communication, care ethics, and digital rhetoric. Holmes co-leads initiatives like the TCR Antiracist Working Group and has secured funding for projects analyzing online deliberation. He directs research teams exploring rhetorical patterns in technical communication literature and qualitative studies of social media ethics, collaborating with interdisciplinary scholars across North America.