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H. Samy Alimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hip Hop Culture
• Linguistic Anthropology
• Sociolinguistics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

H. Samy Alim is a Professor and David O. Sears Presidential Endowed Chair in the Division of Social Sciences at UCLA, holding a joint appointment in the Department of Anthropology. He serves as Associate Director of the Ralph J. Bunche Center for African American Studies and leads the UCLA Hip Hop Initiative. Alim’s research focuses on Hip Hop Culture, Black Language, and Culturally Sustaining Pedagogies, with over 25 years of scholarship in these areas. His work bridges academia and activism, emphasizing Hip Hop’s transformative role in global social justice movements. Alim earned his PhD in Anthropology from Stanford University (2003), following MA (2002) and BA (1999) degrees. His academic contributions include twelve authored/edited books, such as Freedom Moves (2023) and Articulate While Black (2012). His research spans Hip Hop’s linguistic innovations, racialized language politics, and its pedagogical potential in education. Key projects include ethnographic studies in Cape Town, South Africa, and collaborative initiatives like the UC Press Hip Hop Studies Book Series. He co-edits the Oxford Handbook of Language and Race and directs the Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Language. Alim has engaged with global Hip Hop artists (e.g., Chuck D of Public Enemy) to co-produce knowledge, emphasizing Hip Hop as a site of theorizing and activism. His teaching and research highlight intersections of language, race, and power, advocating for pedagogies that sustain cultural identities while fostering equity. Collaborations with organizations like Heal the Hood in South Africa reflect his commitment to community-driven scholarship.

Monica Trieuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Race and Ethnicity
• International Migration
• Post-1960s Immigrants and Refugees
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Monica Trieu is an Associate Professor in the School of Interdisciplinary Studies at Purdue University, where she focuses on the intersection of race, ethnicity, and immigration with particular emphasis on children of immigrants. Her scholarly work bridges sociology and Asian American studies through critical examination of identity formation and systemic inequalities. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology, University of California, Irvine (Asian American Studies emphasis) Master's in Sociology, University of California, Irvine Research Focus: Professor Trieu's expertise spans International Migration, Post-1960s Immigrants and Refugees, 1.5 and Second-Generation Identity, Transnational Ties, and Historical/Contemporary Asian American Experiences. Her scholarship critically analyzes internalized racism, regional identity formation (particularly in the Midwest), and the psychological impacts of anti-Asian violence during the pandemic. She employs intersectional frameworks to explore how refugee experiences, cultural adaptation, and transnational connections shape ethnic identity among Southeast Asian Americans and other immigrant communities. Publication Trends: Her 2013-2024 publications reveal evolving engagement with contemporary crises—from pandemic-induced mental health challenges and anti-Asian violence to structural invisibility of Midwest Asian American communities. While maintaining core focus on identity negotiation among second-generation immigrants, her recent work expands into comparative analyses of Asian American/Latina/o transnational patterns and refugee resettlement experiences, demonstrating methodological versatility across ethnographic, survey, and media analysis approaches. Professional Impact: As author of Identity Construction among Chinese-Vietnamese Americans: Being, Becoming, and Belonging (2009) and publications in Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies and Journal of Asian American Studies , Trieu has established herself as a key voice in Midwest Asian American scholarship. Her research directly informs institutional responses to rising anti-Asian sentiment and contributes foundational frameworks for understanding regional ethnic identity formation beyond coastal enclaves.

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.

Ryuko Kubotaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Critical Applied Linguistics
• Language Ideologies
• Race and Language Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ryuko Kubota is a Professor in the Department of Language and Literacy Education at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Education, since 2009. Her research spans critical applied linguistics , race and language education , and decolonial pedagogies . She has contributed extensively to understanding language ideologies , multicultural education , and critical literacies . Education: BA in English Linguistics, Rikkyo University (1980) MAT in TESOL, School for International Training (1987) PhD in Education, OISE/University of Toronto (1992) Her research interests focus on the intersection of race, language policies, and critical pedagogies. She examines neoliberal paradoxes in language learning, translingual practices , and antiracist engagement in global contexts. Her work addresses systemic inequities in English language education and immersion programs . Recent publications highlight critical approaches to World Englishes , AI-assisted writing , and raciolinguistic hegemony . These studies span interdisciplinary sub-fields including critical race theory , decolonial education , and language teacher identity . Scientific awards include the DSSA Award 2020 . She supervises graduate students like Charu Gupta (PhD) and collaborates with institutions such as the Language Sciences Institute at UBC. Her teaching includes courses on critical multicultural education and language politics .

Eugenia Rhoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Data Analytics
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

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).

Romin W. Tafarodiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Self-consciousness
• Cultural subjectivity
• Identity formation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Romin W. Tafarodi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto, where he researches cultured subjectivity and identity formation. He holds a B.A. from the University of Waterloo and a Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin. His work examines how societal symbols and institutional relations shape human individuality and interpersonal understanding, with secondary interests in metapsychology and philosophy of science. Research interests focus on: Self-consciousness as culturally-mediated subjectivity Contingencies of identity in social relations Cross-cultural perspectives on selfhood and personhood Philosophical foundations of psychological science His publications demonstrate consistent focus on cross-cultural identity, self-esteem mechanisms, and social perception, with frequent comparative studies between Eastern and Western societies. Recent works explore multicultural adjustment, implicit bias awareness, and narrative identity in diverse cultural contexts. Current and former graduate students include: Siobhan Flanagan (current) Tara Marshall Greg Bonn Jeff Yen Courses taught in 2024-2025: PSY197: The Extended Mind PSY428: Critical Psychology PSY425: Self and Identity

Stephanie Crearyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Organizational Behavior
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Workplace Relationships
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephanie Creary is an Assistant Professor of Management at The Wharton School , University of Pennsylvania. She serves as the Faculty Director of the Relationships Across Differences (RADs) Roundtable , a collaborative initiative with Harvard Business School, INSEAD, and NYU Stern. Research Focus: Identity, diversity and inclusion, emotional dynamics, and leadership in diverse organizations. Teaching: Offers courses on leading across cultural and relational differences (MGMT2240, MGMT6240) and advanced organizational effectiveness (MGMT8920). Key Contributions: Conceptualizes DEI work through emotional ambivalence transformation and workplace allyship frameworks (LEAP). Her work appears in top journals like Academy of Management Review , Organization Science , and Harvard Business Review . Scientific Awards: Thinkers50 Radar Class of 2023 NACD Directorship 100 Award Dorothy Harlow/McGraw Hill Best Paper Award (2023) Phillips and Nadkarni Outstanding Paper Award (2022) Multiple Best Reviewer Awards Additional Roles: Visiting Faculty Fellow at Harvard Business School (2022-2024) Host of Knowledge at Wharton Leading Diversity at Work Podcast (4 years)

• Health Equity
• Health Disparities
• Vulnerable Populations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Melanie Molina, MD, MAS is an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Affiliate Faculty of the Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies. She serves as Co-Director of the Social Emergency Medicine and Health Equity Section and holds a secondary appointment in the Department of Medicine’s Division of Clinical Informatics and Digital Transformation. Clinically, she works at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and UCSF Medical Center. National Clinician Scholars Program Fellowship (2023) MAS in Clinical Research, UCSF (2023) Residency in Emergency Medicine, Harvard Medical School (2021) MD in Medicine, The University of Texas at Austin (2017) BS/BA in Biology and Hispanic Studies, The University of Texas at Austin (2012) Dr. Molina’s research centers on leveraging technology to address social determinants of health in emergency settings, with a focus on vulnerable populations. Her work spans health equity, opioid use disorder interventions, microaggressions in healthcare, and clinical informatics. She pioneers EHR-enabled tools to integrate social care into emergency clinical workflows while minimizing clinician burden. Her NIH-funded projects emphasize practical solutions for racial and ethnic health disparities, particularly in vaccine delivery and social risk documentation. Her recent publications (2024-2025) reveal three dominant trends: (1) Integration of AI and informatics for social risk screening and clinical decision support, (2) Health equity interventions targeting vaccine hesitancy and long COVID disparities, and (3) Critical analysis of DEI implementation challenges in academic emergency medicine. The work consistently bridges technical innovation with community-centered approaches to address systemic inequities. National Institutes of Health NIDA Loan Repayment Award (2024-2025) National Hispanic Medical Association Top 40 Under 40 (2024) UCSF John A. Watson Faculty Scholar (2023) National Institutes of Health NIAID Loan Repayment Award (2022-2024) Academy for Women in Academic Emergency Medicine Outstanding Research Publication Award (2021) Harvard Medical School Presidential Scholars Public Service Initiative Award (2017) Dr. Molina actively mentors medical students, residents, and fellows in health equity research. As Principal Investigator on multiple NIH and foundation grants—including the Harold Amos Medical Faculty Development Program grant ($825,575, 2024-2028) and an NIH/NIDA K23 award (2024-2029)—she leads projects developing EHR-integrated interventions for social risk documentation and opioid use disorder treatment. Her PROBOOSTVAXED trial addresses vaccine hesitancy through ED-based delivery across eight U.S. cities. She co-directs the Social Emergency Medicine and Health Equity Section within UCSF’s Department of Emergency Medicine, collaborating closely with the Action Research Center for Health Equity and the Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies. Her team integrates clinical informatics expertise with community health workers to develop scalable solutions for social risk mitigation in safety-net emergency departments.

Darryl Dickersonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomedical Engineering
• Mechanical Characterization of Biological Interfaces
• Bioinspired Materials Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Darryl Dickerson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Florida International University (FIU), part of the College of Engineering. His research focuses on mechanical characterization of biological interfaces, design of bioinspired materials, and advancing inclusive engineering education practices. He holds a Ph.D. (details not explicitly provided in text). Research Interests: Dr. Dickerson’s work bridges biomechanics and biomaterials engineering with social equity in education. Key areas include: Mechanical properties of biological interfaces (e.g., bone-cartilage junctions) Development of biomaterials for tissue repair using 3D printing and electrospinning Anti-marginalization strategies in engineering education, particularly for Black and Brown students Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes dual themes: (1) Biomedical innovation through advanced material fabrication and (2) Inclusive pedagogy addressing systemic inequities in STEM education. Notable contributions include scaffold designs for osteochondral repair and frameworks for reducing microaggressions in team-based learning. Grants and Advising: No specific grants or advisees listed in the provided text. His work appears to be grant-funded through NIH/National Science Foundation pathways common in biomaterials and education research. Labs and Teams: While not explicitly stated, his research likely involves collaborations with FIU’s Center for Engineering and Computing’s diversity initiatives and biomaterials labs focusing on tissue engineering applications.

Caryn J. Blockمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stereotype Threat
• Workplace Diversity
• Leadership Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Caryn J. Block is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. Her affiliations include the Organization & Leadership and Social-Organizational Psychology programs. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from New York University (NYU), an M.A. in Psychology from NYU, and a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her research focuses on the long-term effects of stereotype threat in workplaces, the influence of race and gender stereotypes on leadership perceptions, microaggressions, and strategies for creating inclusive climates. Notably, her work explores how systemic stereotypes affect marginalized groups in STEM fields and the psychological dynamics of workplace diversity challenges. Block’s publications span topics including racial dynamics in employment, gender disparities in academic evaluations, and the psychological impact of microaggressions. Her collaborative research with colleagues examines organizational citizenship behavior, diversity trainer effectiveness, and leadership stereotype assessment. Despite no explicitly listed awards, her contributions to organizational psychology and diversity studies are widely recognized through her extensive publication record. Her advising and grant activities are not detailed here, though her research collaborations suggest active engagement in academic networks and institutional change initiatives. Block is affiliated with the Teachers College community and contributes to its mission of advancing education and psychological research in diverse organizational contexts.

Guofang Liمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early bilingual development
• Family literacy
• Early literacy instruction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Guofang Li is a Professor in the Department of Language and Literacy Education at the Faculty of Education, affiliated with the Centre for Early Childhood Education & Research (CECER). Her work centers on bilingual development and literacy education within multicultural contexts, particularly focusing on Chinese-Canadian communities. Her research interests include: Early bilingual development Family literacy practices Early literacy instruction methodologies Early education for minority learners Teacher education for multilingual classrooms Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals a concentrated focus on Chinese-Canadian children's bilingual development, examining home literacy environments, digital technology impacts, and pandemic-related disruptions. She consistently advocates for equity-focused approaches in superdiverse educational settings, emphasizing translanguaging practices and critical perspectives on linguistic justice. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in source materials Advising and Grants: No specific student names or grant information provided in source materials Labs and Teams: Centre for Early Childhood Education & Research (CECER): An interdisciplinary hub facilitating collaborative research between academics, educators, and community partners focused on advancing evidence-based early childhood education practices through longitudinal studies and community-engaged projects.

Tony N. Brownمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Critical Race Theory
• Sociology of Mental Health
• Anti-Blackness
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Tony N. Brown is a Distinguished Professor of Sociology at Rice University, directing the Racism and Racial Experiences Workgroup (RARE) and the STaRT@Rice Program. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (1998), with prior tenure at Vanderbilt University. His research focuses on critical race theory, examining mechanisms of racism's impact on mental health, racial identity, and societal structures. Key themes include anti-Blackness, racial trauma, and systemic inequities. Brown has secured federal funding for his work and contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications. He was a finalist for Rice University’s 2023 George R. Brown Award for Teaching Excellence. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (1998) M.A. in Sociology, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (1993) B.S. in Sociology, University of Maryland - Eastern Shore (1991) Research interests span racial socialization, health disparities, and quantitative methods. His work combines community-based surveys with policy analysis, addressing contemporary issues like racial apathy among white populations and the mental health implications of racial discrimination. Notable projects include studying the psychological effects of Barack Obama’s presidential elections on Black communities and analyzing racialized stress in military veterans. His recent articles emphasize the intersection of race, politics, and mental health, with studies on Black nationalist tendencies and viral racism during the pandemic. Awards include recognition for teaching excellence and contributions to sociological scholarship. Brown actively collaborates across disciplines, holding roles in Rice’s sociology department and interdisciplinary programs.

Juliet Fosterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mental Health
• Social Psychology
• Student Wellbeing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Juliet Foster is Dean of Education at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London. Previously, she served as Deputy Dean of Education at the Psychology Department since 2018 and held academic roles at the University of Cambridge as Senior Tutor and Senior Lecturer. King's College London (2018–present) University of Cambridge (prior to 2018) Her research focuses on public understandings of mental health, student wellbeing, and sociocultural psychology. She employs qualitative and mixed-methods approaches, contributing to the development of the 'whole university' mental health strategy. Juliet collaborates with Student Minds, the UK student mental health charity, and serves as an Assessor for the University Mental Health Charter. Key projects include evaluating peer support systems, studying loneliness in students, and analyzing media representations of mental health and homelessness. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goal of Quality Education. Scientific Awards: British Psychological Society Social Psychology Section Award for the Most Outstanding PhD She co-chairs King's College London's Steering Committee on Student Mental Health and Wellbeing and has served on the British Psychological Society's Education and Training Board. Her research has been funded by ESRC, AHRC, and NIHR.

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.

• Chican@-Latin@ vernacular discourse
• testimonio and gendered violence
• womyn of color, academe, and intersectional microaggressions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michelle A. Holling, Ph.D. is a Full Professor of Communication at California State University San Marcos, where she also serves as Director of Ethnic Studies. She joined the Department of Communication at CSUSM in 2007 and has held significant leadership roles including Director of the Ethnic Studies Program, Chair of the Communication Department, and member of the Ethnic Studies Steering Committee. Dr. Holling earned her interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Communication from Arizona State University and her M.A. and B.A. in Communication from San Francisco State University. Her academic journey has been marked by leadership and scholarly excellence within the field of communication studies with a focus on ethnic and gender perspectives. Her research expertise centers on Chican@-Latin@ vernacular discourse; testimonio and gendered violence; and womyn of color, academe, and intersectional microaggressions. Dr. Holling's work bridges critical race theory, gender studies, and communication scholarship, examining how marginalized communities navigate systems of power through discourse and performance. She has developed innovative courses including COMM 405, Feminist Rhetorics and COMM 485, Chican@s-Latin@s in Film & TV. Dr. Holling's scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent focus on intersectional approaches to communication, with particular attention to Latin@ experiences, gendered violence, and critical race perspectives. Her work often examines how marginalized communities use discourse to resist oppression and create liberatory spaces. Outstanding Article Award (2022) from Feminist Gender Studies Division of NCA Outstanding Book Chapter Award (2021) from Latino/a Communication Studies Division of NCA Cordova-Puchot Scholar of the Year Award (2009) from Latino/a Communication Studies Division of NCA B. Aubrey Fisher Outstanding Journal Article (2007) from Western States Communication Association Dr. Holling has been actively involved in professional organizations, founding the Communication, Identities, and Difference interest group in the Western States Communication Association (WSCA), where she served as President (2017-2018) and Immediate Past President (2018-2019). She was also President of the Organization for Research on Women and Communication (2007-2010). Her leadership extends to editorial work, including co-editing "Race(ing) Intercultural Communication: Racial Logics in a Colorblind Era" (2016) and "Latina/o Discourse in Vernacular Spaces: Somos de Una Voz?" (2011).