جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Shiri Azenkotمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Accessibility
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Assistive Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shiri Azenkot is an Associate Professor at the Jacobs Technion-Cornell Institute at Cornell Tech and Cornell University, affiliated with the Information Science Department and Technion’s Computer Science Department. Her research focuses on accessibility innovations in emerging technologies, particularly addressing needs of people with vision impairments and neurodiverse populations. She holds a PhD from the University of Washington, advised by Richard Ladner and Jacob Wobbrock, and has been recognized with prestigious awards including the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship. Education: PhD in Computer Science & Engineering from University of Washington (advisors: Richard Ladner, Jacob Wobbrock). Research interests include VR/AR accessibility, assistive technology design, inclusive education tools, and ethical AI applications. Current projects explore social VR avatars for invisible disabilities, AR navigation aids, and AI moderation systems against ableist hate speech. Her work is funded by NSF, AOL, Verizon, and Facebook. Recent publications address video accessibility for ADHD users, AI-driven scene descriptions for blind users, and tactile learning materials co-designed with educators. She leads the XR Access initiative promoting inclusive virtual/augmented reality. Awards include the UW Graduate Medal (2020), NSF CRII Award (2017), and AT&T Labs Fellowship (2014). Her research bridges academic innovation with industry impact through collaborations with tech companies and disability advocacy groups.

Eugenia Rhoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Data Analytics
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
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Eugenia Rho is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), part of the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on data analytics, machine learning, natural language processing, and human-computer interaction, with particular emphasis on social media discourse, online identity dynamics, and ethical AI applications. Education includes a Ph.D. in Information and Computer Sciences from the University of California, Irvine (2020), and a B.A. in Political Science from Columbia University (2011). Her interdisciplinary background bridges computer science and social sciences. Research interests span AI-assisted communication tools, counterspeech strategies for online hate mitigation, and neurodivergent perspectives in technology design. Her work often integrates computational methods with social science theories to address real-world challenges such as bias detection, mental health support, and ethical AI deployment. Recent publications highlight themes like AI collaboration in writing, identity-driven online interactions, and the efficacy of counterspeech. Her projects frequently involve designing human-centered technologies that prioritize accessibility and ethical considerations. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. She maintains an active Google Scholar profile and a personal homepage (URLs not provided in the text).

D. Fox Harrellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Media
• Extended Reality (XR)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

D. Fox Harrell is a Professor of Digital Media and Artificial Intelligence at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), leading the Imagination, Computation, and Expression (ICE) Lab. He directs the MIT Center for Advanced Virtuality, pioneering computational media for social impact. His research bridges AI, cognitive science, and digital arts to explore imagination's intersection with technology. He holds a PhD and has authored the seminal book *Phantasmal Media* (MIT Press, 2013), earning an Emmy for his virtual reality initiatives. His work includes the Chimeria Platform (patented), which models social identity in games and media, and Project VISIBLE, using VR to teach behavioral ethics. Key awards include the NSF CAREER Award for identity representation research. His interdisciplinary collaborations span MIT's Institute for Data, Systems, and Society (IDSS) and international initiatives like the QCRI-CSAIL Alliance.

Shiri Azenkotمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Accessibility
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Assistive Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shiri Azenkot is an Associate Professor of Information Science at the Jacobs Technion-Cornell Institute, Cornell Tech, Cornell University, where she directs the Enhancing Ability Lab. She also serves as an affiliate faculty member in the Computer Science Department at the Technion--Israel Institute of Technology. Her research leverages artificial intelligence to design enabling systems that promote equity and improve quality of life for marginalized populations, with a current focus on visual impairments. Her educational background includes a PhD in Computer Science & Engineering from the University of Washington, advised by Richard Ladner and Jacob Wobbrock. Azenkot's research centers on intelligent interactive systems that enhance perception and ability for people with disabilities. She investigates perceptual abilities and behaviors to design novel systems for navigation, STEM learning, and socialization. Her work spans accessibility, human-computer interaction, and the application of AI/XR technologies to create inclusive solutions for blind and low-vision populations, addressing critical gaps in assistive technology. Recent publications reveal strong trends in developing real-time AI-powered assistive tools for low-vision users, accessible STEM education through tactile interfaces, and examining social dynamics of disability in digital spaces. Her work bridges technical innovation with deep user-centered design, particularly in XR accessibility through co-founded initiatives like XR Access. Scientific awards include: NSF CAREER Award NSF CRII Award 10-year Impact Award at MobileHCI Google Faculty Award Azenkot has advised students including Yuhang Zhao (now Assistant Professor at University of Wisconsin-Madison), Lei, and Danielle. Her research is funded by NSF, AOL, Verizon, and Facebook. She co-founded XR Access and leads the Enhancing Ability Lab, which conducts user studies and develops systems like Markit/Talkit and Livefonts. Current projects include XR accessibility REU programs and symposiums advancing industry-academia collaboration. She directs the Enhancing Ability Lab at Cornell Tech and co-leads XR Access, driving community initiatives to make augmented/virtual reality accessible while mentoring the next generation of accessibility researchers through funded REU programs and industry partnerships.

Stacey Sinclairمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Psychology
• Intergroup Relations
• Implicit Bias
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stacey Sinclair is a Professor at Princeton University 's School of Public and International Affairs and currently serves as Head of Mathey College. She specializes in social psychology, examining how interpersonal interactions perpetuate societal prejudices and how implicit biases shape social networks. Her work bridges psychology with policy through affiliations with organizations like SPSSI. Education: Ph.D. from University of California Research Focus: Her lab investigates social tuning mechanisms that unconsciously adjust individual prejudices to interaction partners' views, implicit homophily creating biased social networks, and implications for stigmatized groups' health and intellectual performance. Recent projects explore environmental justice and climate policy intersections. Article Trends: 2018-2024 work spans implicit bias, intergroup relations, educational inequality, and climate justice Awards: 2022 SPSSI Gordon Allport Intergroup Relations Prize (with Starck & Shelton) Policy Engagement: Active in United Nations NGO collaborations through SPSSI, contributing to climate justice statements and sustainable development goals. Her research informs education policies and policing disparities.

Anne Rawlsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ethnomethodology
• Race Relations
• Social Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anne Rawls is a Professor of Sociology and Chair of the Department of Sociology at Bentley University. She also holds roles as Professor for Interaction, Work, and Information at the University of Siegen (Germany), Senior Fellow at Yale University's Urban Ethnography Project, and Director of the Garfinkel Archive, LLC. Her academic career began with a B.A. in Sociology (Summa Cum Laude), M.A. in Philosophy, and Ph.D. in Sociology from Boston University, followed by a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her research focuses on ethnomethodology, race relations, workplace studies, and the sociology of information. Notable works include Epistemology and Practice: Durkheim's Elementary Forms of the Religious Life (Cambridge University Press) and editorship of Garfinkel’s Archive . She explores how interactional practices shape social order, race dynamics, and modern democratic systems, emphasizing the role of 'constitutive practices' in creating moral and social facts. Teaching interests span race, gender, globalization, and the ethics of situated practices. Her consulting work addresses workplace studies and computer-mediated work design. Rawls' contributions bridge classical sociological theory (Durkheim, Garfinkel) with contemporary issues like racial justice and technology's societal impact. Her research highlights tacit racism in everyday interactions, the moral foundations of public life, and the interplay between sociology and technology. She has presented globally and contributed to debates on sociological methodology and the legacy of key theorists like Goffman and Garfinkel.

Anjala S. Krishenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marketing
• Advertising
• Consumer Decision-Making
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anjala S. Krishen is a Professor and Chair of Marketing & International Business at the Lee Business School, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). She serves as Interim Dean of the Lee Business School and was appointed as Associate Dean of Executive Education and Corporate Engagement in 2025. Her research bridges marketing, consumer behavior, and analytics, with a focus on decision-making in complex environments, e-marketing, and social networking. B.A., Anthropology, Rice University B.S., Electrical Engineering, Rice University M.B.A., Virginia Polytechnic Institute M.S., Marketing, Virginia Polytechnic Institute Ph.D., Marketing, Virginia Polytechnic Institute Her research explores heuristics in consumer decision-making, AI and data-driven marketing, sustainability, and the impact of social media on behavior. She has pioneered theories on oppositional frameworks in decision-making and the role of contrast in simplifying choices. Recent publications highlight trends in marketing analytics, AI-human collaboration, sustainable practices, and social media’s influence on consumption. These works span disciplines such as computer science, environmental studies, and psychology. Notable awards include: UNLV Foundation’s Distinguished Teaching Award (2015) Barrick Scholar Award (2016) Faculty Opportunity Awards (2014, 2016) Krishen teaches marketing research, consumer behavior, and internet marketing at both undergraduate and graduate levels. She has also delivered a TEDx talk on oppositional thinking in decision-making and is a marathoner with a Taekwondo black belt.

Hester van de Bovenkampمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Patient Sciences
• Healthcare Governance
• Healthcare Quality Improvement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Hester van de Bovenkamp is a Full Professor at the Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management (Erasmus University Rotterdam), specializing in Health Care Governance. She leads research in Patient Sciences, focusing on patient experiences, participation, and representation. Her work integrates qualitative research and text mining to analyze patient narratives, contributing to healthcare improvement and reflexive governance. She is a member of interdisciplinary research collaboratives involving academics, patients, healthcare providers, and policymakers. Her research emphasizes institutional layering, regulatory frameworks, and participatory approaches in healthcare. Notable contributions include exploring patient-parent-clinician relationships through arts-based projects and analyzing frontline professionals' experiences in complex care systems. She has received awards such as the 'Best Supervisor 2021' and contributed to datasets like 'From promise to practice: a guide to pooled procurement mechanisms'. Teaching roles include coordinating the HEPL course 'Comparative Health Policy' and supervising master’s theses. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly improving healthcare quality and equity. Key Research Themes: Patient-centered care, regulatory governance, qualitative methodologies, and participatory healthcare. Recent Projects: Analysis of European Reference Network CRANIO’s arts-based initiatives and systemic reviews on rare congenital conditions. Awards: Vide publicatieprijs 2024, Best Supervisor 2021, Frans Rutten Research Award. She actively engages in media and public discourse, emphasizing the importance of patient voices in healthcare policy. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges academic research with practical healthcare challenges, fostering innovation in governance and care delivery.

Thomas M. Philipمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Teacher Education
• Learning Sciences
• Critical Studies of Race, Class, and Gender
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas M. Philip is a Professor at the Berkeley School of Education, University of California, Berkeley, where he serves as Faculty Director of the Berkeley Teacher Education Program (BTEP). His work centers on the intersections of ideology, learning, and equity in educational contexts, examining how teachers navigate power structures to transform classrooms toward more just and democratic practices. His research interests include: Teacher Education and Professional Development Critical Studies of Race, Class, and Gender in Education Learning Sciences and Human Development Digital Learning Technologies and Artificial Intelligence in Education Educational Equity and Social Justice Frameworks Ideological Dimensions of Learning Philip's scholarship analyzes how educators exercise agency within hierarchical systems, with particular focus on teachers of color and the political dimensions of classroom practice. His recent work critically examines AI implementation in education, highlighting tensions between technological promises and equity realities. His significant contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards: Fellow of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Fellow of the International Society of the Learning Sciences (ISLS) AERA Division K Midcareer Award AERA Division G Early Career Award AERA Division C Jan Hawkins Award National Association for Multicultural Education Carl A. Grant Multicultural Research Award National Academy of Education/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship As BTEP Director, Philip secured the Spencer Midcareer Grant (2015) and led the program to receive the 2023 AERA Division K Award for Innovations in Research on Equity and Social Justice and the 2024 UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Award for Advancing Excellence and Equity. He collaborates extensively through groups like The Politics of Learning Writing Collective, advancing critical perspectives in learning sciences amid rising nationalism. Philip holds a PhD in Cognition and Development and BS in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science from UC Berkeley, uniquely bridging technical expertise with critical educational scholarship to address contemporary challenges in democratic education.

Jennifer M. Cookمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Counseling
• Multicultural Counseling
• Social Justice
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jennifer M. Cook is an Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling at the University of Texas at San Antonio (College of Education and Human Development). As a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), she integrates multicultural advocacy into her roles as educator, researcher, and clinical supervisor. Her work addresses systemic inequities in counseling practices and mental health outcomes. Dr. Cook’s research specializes in Counselor cultural development Social class and socioeconomic status Intersectional identity frameworks Ableist microaggressions She authored the textbook Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling: A Systemic, Person-Centered, and Ethical Approach , reflecting her commitment to inclusive counseling paradigms. Analysis of her recent publications reveals trends in Disability equity in substance use treatment Microaggressions across marginalized identities Advocacy-driven counseling models Addiction recovery through intersectional lenses Her methodological contributions to text mining academic journals highlight interdisciplinary approaches to counseling research. Dr. Cook’s clinical supervision extends to private practice, clinical mental health, and training programs for school, clinical mental health, and clinical rehabilitation counselors. She has delivered over 40 peer-reviewed presentations globally and focuses on systemic solutions for underserved populations.

J.J. Sylvia IVمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Philosophy and Ethics of Communication
• Big Data and AI Studies
• Posthuman Media Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

J.J. Sylvia IV , Associate Professor of Communications Media at Fitchburg State University, specializes in posthuman media studies, digital ethics, and critical data analysis. Co-founder of Fitchburg State's Digital Media Innovation major and Social Media Master's program, he combines philosophical inquiry with technological experimentation through open educational resources, virtual reality, and generative AI applications. PhD in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (NCSU 2017) MA in Philosophy (USM 2009) BA in Communication & Philosophy (MSU 2005) His research explores: Platform epistemology and LiveJournal's role in Russian disinformation campaigns Posthuman approaches to media studies VR applications for racial microaggression empathy training Generative AI pedagogy Ethics of data-driven communication Recent publications examine algorithmic governance, epistemic sabotage, and posthuman ethics in media studies. His teaching philosophy emphasizes: Student-centered critical making Experiential learning through Greece fieldwork Hands-on technology engagement Democratic communication practices Major awards include: 2025 Massachusetts OER Gold Award 2025 OER & AI Fellowship 2022 ROTEL Grant for OER textbooks 2019 ECA Top Paper Award Current projects involve: Anti-fascist platform design research Epistemic resilience against disinformation International collaborations through the Alternative Social Media Researchers Network

Natalie N. Watson-Singletonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Black Women's Health
• Clinical Psychology
• Cultural Psychology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Natalie N. Watson-Singleton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Spelman College , where she has served since 2016. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical/Community Psychology from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and completed her clinical psychology pre-doctoral internship at Emory University's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Currently, she is a Faculty Fellow at Emory University/Grady Health System through the Grady Nia Project. Research Interests: Black women's health and wellness Strong Black Womanhood schema Health disparities Mind-body interventions Mindfulness and compassion-based therapies Academic Contributions: Dr. Watson-Singleton's research bridges clinical-community psychology with culturally relevant applications, focusing on reducing mental health disparities among African American women through innovative interventions. Her recent publications (2022-2025) span topics including racial stress, digital health tools, and intersectional approaches to trauma recovery. Scientific Awards: AWP Women of Color Psychologies Award Kanfer Award for excellence in research List of Instructors Ranked as Excellent Herman Eisen Award for Clinical/Community Psychology Social Activism Award Teaching: Courses taught include Abnormal Psychology, Counseling Techniques, Psychometric Instruments, and an independent study on Black Women, Trauma, and Intervention.

Clara Iversenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Social Psychology
• Conversation Analysis
• Suicide Prevention
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Clara Iversen serves as a Senior Lecturer at Uppsala University's Department of Social Work, holding the academic merit of Docent. Her work bridges social psychology and practical healthcare applications through rigorous conversation analysis. Her research centers on interaction dynamics across critical domains: suicide prevention helplines where she examines racial discourse and empathy calibration; dementia care involving social robots where she investigates emotional labor and ethical frameworks; and child welfare interviews analyzing agency and disclosure. Her methodology consistently employs conversation analysis to dissect institutional interactions, revealing how professionals navigate tensions between policy constraints and human needs. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) shows a pronounced shift toward technology-mediated care (robotics in dementia care) while maintaining core focus on crisis communication . Key thematic clusters include: (1) ethical dilemmas in non-human care agents, (2) anti-racism implementation within unconditional support frameworks, and (3) emotional labor in third-party help-seeking scenarios. Her work increasingly integrates posthumanist perspectives with practical intervention design. Iversen maintains active collaborations with Marcus Persson, David Redmalm, and Marie Flinkfeldt across multiple publications. She has authored the doctoral thesis Making Questions and Answers Work: Negotiating Participation in Interview Interaction (2013) and co-edited Samtal i socialt arbete (2022), establishing herself as a key contributor to conversation-analytic approaches in social work practice.

Donna Maria Blanceroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
• Hispanic and Latino Leadership
• Organizational Behavior
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Donna Maria Blancero is a tenured Professor of Management at Bentley University. She previously served as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost and Dean of Business at the same institution. Her teaching focuses on Inclusive Leadership, Managing Diversity, Teams, Leadership, and Organizational Behavior at both graduate and undergraduate levels. PhD in Management, Cornell University MS in Computer Information Systems, New York Institute of Technology BS in Accounting, SUNY College at Old Westbury Dr. Blancero's research specializes in BIPOC experiences, particularly Latinos in corporate and nonprofit settings. Key areas include acculturation , career success , bicultural identity , work-family balance , and fairness perceptions . She founded The Business Journal of Hispanic Research and is co-authoring a diversity textbook with Associate Dean Erin Kelley. Her recent publications explore DEI policy resistance, multilingual organizational challenges, and acculturation dynamics. Analysis reveals a focus on Hispanic workplace integration , systemic equity barriers , and culturally responsive leadership . Scientific Awards : Carnegie Foundation Fellow As a DEIJ consultant, Dr. Blancero works with organizations on diversity strategy, implicit bias, and emotional intelligence. She previously chaired the DEI Division of the Academy of Management and served as Executive Vice President for Prospanica (formerly National Society of Hispanic MBAs). Her work combines academic rigor with practical applications for ethnic minority professionals.

Torrie A. Croppsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Graduate Student Socialization
• Mentoring and Advising
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Torrie A. Cropps is a Research Scientist in the School of Natural Sciences & Mathematics and a Lecturer in Environmental Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas. She focuses on equitable hiring practices, graduate student socialization, mentoring, and leadership development in Black communities. PhD in Agricultural Education from Purdue University MS and BS in Agricultural Education from North Carolina A&T State University Her research explores how inclusive learning environments and mentoring practices enhance student engagement, retention, and career development. She also investigates the intersection of environmental justice and leadership in Black communities. Her recent publications emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in STEM faculty hiring, gendered racial microaggressions, and strategies for creating equitable academic environments. These works span topics such as inclusive curriculum design, workforce collaborations, and social justice in education. 2024: Distinguished Manuscript Award, American Association of Agricultural Education 2023: Hilliard-Sizemore Fellow, American Education Research Association 2020: Outstanding Dissertation Award, Purdue University She advises students on career development and mentoring in STEM, though no formal advisee names are listed. Her work aligns with initiatives for environmental education and justice, as seen in her courses like Environmental Justice and Energy, Water, & the Environment . She has participated in training programs such as ACUE's Inclusive and Supportive Online Learning Environment and CIMER's Entering Mentoring.