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Asma Sayeed is an Associate Professor and Program Director of Islamic Studies at UCLA's Near Eastern Languages and Cultures department, part of the UCLA College. She holds a PhD in Near Eastern Studies from Princeton University (2005) and previously served as an Assistant Professor at Lafayette College. Her research focuses on early Muslim social history, Muslim education, gender studies, and hadith transmission by women. She has authored Women and the Transmission of Religious Knowledge in Islam (2013) and contributed to numerous journals and encyclopedias. Sayeed received a Fulbright Fellowship (2010) for archival research on Muslim women’s education in Syria. She teaches courses such as 'Introduction to Islam' and graduate seminars on research methodologies. Her current work examines textual practices in Muslim education across historical contexts. Education: PhD, Near Eastern Studies, Princeton University (2005) MA, History, Binghamton University (1994) BA, Politics, Princeton University (1991) Certificate in Near Eastern Studies, Princeton University (1991) Research Interests: Her scholarship emphasizes women’s roles in religious knowledge transmission, legal and social history intersections, and medieval Muslim educational systems. She frequently addresses how gender shaped access to religious authority and spaces. Awards: Fulbright Fellowship (2010) Teaching and Professional Engagement: Sayeed’s courses cover Quranic studies, Islam in the West, and methodological frameworks in Islamic studies. She actively participates in academic conferences and initiatives, including keynote lectures on women’s intellectual engagement in classical Islam and digital humanities projects mapping women’s educational histories.

• Early Muslim Social History
• History of Muslim Education
• Law and Social History
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Yuhua Wang serves as the Ford Foundation Professor of Modern China Studies within Harvard University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Government. His scholarly work establishes him as a leading authority on Chinese political development, state capacity, and historical institutional analysis across imperial and contemporary contexts. His academic foundation includes: B.A. from Peking University Ph.D. from the University of Michigan Professor Wang's research program integrates comparative politics with Chinese studies through core interests in bureaucracy , institutions , judiciary and public law , political economy & development , political geography , and state-society relations . He employs a methodological triad of historical , qualitative , and quantitative approaches to analyze China's political evolution. His work uniquely bridges macro-historical patterns with contemporary governance challenges, particularly examining how historical legacies shape modern state capacity and institutional resilience in authoritarian contexts. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals consistent focus on state development mechanisms, with increasing sophistication in comparative historical methodology. Recent work demonstrates expanded geographic scope beyond China while maintaining analytical depth in imperial political economy. His research shows growing integration of cross-national datasets with deep historical case studies, reflecting broader trends in political science toward mixed-method designs for complex institutional analysis. His distinguished recognition includes: 2023 Lubbert Best Book Award in Comparative Politics from the American Political Science Association for The Rise and Fall of Imperial China Harvard College Professor appointment (2025) Professor Wang maintains active research leadership through extensive publication in premier journals including American Political Science Review and Comparative Political Studies , with significant contributions to theoretical frameworks like State-in-Society 2.0. His work generates substantial policy-relevant insights on corruption, judicial review, and urban governance in China. As a core faculty member in Harvard's Government Department, he contributes to the university's intellectual ecosystem through cross-disciplinary collaboration and participation in research initiatives focused on Asian political development, though specific lab affiliations are not documented in available sources.

• Comparative Politics
• China Studies
• Asian Politics
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Prof. Dr. Mirko Hornung is a Professor of Aircraft Design at the TUM School of Engineering and Design, Technische Universität München. His research focuses on conceptual aircraft design, integration of propulsion systems, and evaluation of aviation technologies in operational contexts. Education and Career: PhD in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of the Bundeswehr (2003), awarded a research prize for work on reusable space transport systems. 2003–2009: Worked at Airbus Group (EADS) on military air systems, propulsion integration, and program management. Executive Director of Research & Technology at Bauhaus Luftfahrt, a think tank for long-term aviation developments. Research Interests: Aircraft design optimization, including hybrid energy systems, electric propulsion, and UAV technologies. Environmental sustainability in aviation, such as hydrogen-powered aircraft and lifecycle assessment. Aerodynamic and structural analysis, including flutter suppression and composite materials. Key Publications Highlight Trends: Focus on hybrid-electric and hydrogen propulsion for reducing environmental impact. Advancements in UAV design, including morphing wings and autonomous systems. Integration of AI-driven tools for propulsion optimization and lifecycle analysis. Scientific Awards: EADS Promotion Award (1995) Research Prize for Thesis on Reusable Space Transport Systems (2003) Advising & Grants: Directs research at Bauhaus Luftfahrt, collaborating on future aviation concepts. Engaged in interdisciplinary projects like FLEXOP UAV demonstrator and Ce-Liner eMobility studies. Labs/Teams: Active in the Aircraft Design Professorship at TUM and leadership roles at Bauhaus Luftfahrt, focusing on next-generation aviation technologies.

• Aircraft Design
• Aviation Technology
• Aerospace Engineering
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Barry Naughton is the So Kwan Lok Chair of Chinese International Affairs at the School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS), University of California, San Diego, where he has been a faculty member since 1988 and was appointed to his named professorship in 1998. As a globally recognized authority on China's economic transformation, his work bridges academic rigor and policy relevance through decades of analysis of market reforms, industrial development, and international economic relations. His academic foundation includes: Ph.D. in Economics from Yale University (1986) M.A. in International Relations from Yale University (1979) B.A. in Chinese Language and Literature from the University of Washington (1975) Naughton's research centers on China's transition from planned to market economy, with emphasis on industrial restructuring, foreign trade dynamics, and regional development disparities. His scholarship uniquely connects historical analysis of reform milestones with contemporary policy challenges, particularly examining how state-market interactions shape technological advancement and global economic integration. This dual focus on institutional evolution and sectoral transformation has established him as a critical interpreter of China's development model for both academic and policy audiences. Analysis of his 2020-2024 publications reveals a decisive shift toward examining China's industrial policy architecture and state capitalism mechanisms. Key thematic clusters include the conceptualization of 'Grand Steerage' in state-economy relations, the restructuring of science-technology systems, and the sectoral implementation of industrial policies. These works collectively document China's evolving governance approach—from market liberalization to targeted state direction—while analyzing implications for global trade and innovation ecosystems. His scholarly recognition includes: Ohira Memorial Prize for 'Growing Out of the Plan: Chinese Economic Reform, 1978-1993' (1996) Administrative leadership has been integral to Naughton's career, serving as Associate Dean of GPS (1992-1995, 2001-2003) and Chair of UCSD's Chinese Studies Program (1998-2000). His policy engagement extends through the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong (1998-2003) and U.S. academic committees on Chinese studies. Current research examines regional growth patterns and foreign investment linkages while completing a new edition of his seminal textbook 'The Chinese Economy: Transitions and Growth,' which remains the field's authoritative reference. Though not leading a formal laboratory, Naughton shapes discourse through China Leadership Monitor's quarterly economic assessments and collaborative networks like the edited volume 'State Capitalism, Institutional Adaptation and the Chinese Miracle' (2015), which mobilized leading scholars to analyze China's institutional innovation within global capitalism.

• Chinese Economy
• Economic Reform
• International Trade
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M. Christine Boyer is a Professor of Urbanism and the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Architecture and Urbanism at Princeton University's School of Architecture. She received her B.A. from Goucher College, M.S. from the University of Pennsylvania, and M.C.P. and Ph.D. from MIT. Her research bridges urban history, city planning, preservation, and digital technologies. B.A., Goucher College M.S., University of Pennsylvania M.C.P./Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology Her work examines intersections between urban history, collective memory, and cybernetics in urban design. Recent research focuses on heritage terrorism, urbicide, and post-conflict urban reconstruction, reflecting her expertise in critical urban theory and digital urbanism. Notable scientific recognition includes the Department of Art and Archaeology Publication Fund award (2010) for her work on Le Corbusier. She has presented lectures on Cold War urbanism and disasters like Hurricane Katrina's impact on New Orleans. As director of Princeton's Undergraduate Urban Studies Certificate Program, she shapes urban pedagogy while collaborating internationally through workshops in Athens and conferences addressing spatial analysis of terrorism and urban security.

• Urban history
• City planning
• Preservation planning
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Professor Scott Kirsch (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) is a historical geographer examining spatial dimensions of American colonialism in the Philippines (1900-1913). His recent open-access book American Colonial Spaces in the Philippines: Insular Empire (Routledge, 2023) analyzes territorialization, cartography, landscape planning, and infrastructure development under figures like William Howard Taft and Cameron Forbes. Focuses on material and ideological production of colonial spaces Examines intersections of aesthetics, coercion, and governance Highlights American empire-building through Manila waterfront projects and Baguio's 'City Beautiful' planning Research explores spatial policies as tools for extending state control over diverse populations and environments, employing Henri Lefebvre's spatial theories. Scientific Awards: Luce Foundation Award for Open Access publication Collaborations include working with UNC's Carolina Asia Center for open-access dissemination.

• Historical Geography
• Colonialism and Empire
• American History
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Professor D Graham J Shipley is the Professor of Ancient History at the University of Leicester's School of Archaeology and Ancient History since 2002. His research focuses on Hellenistic and Classical antiquity, particularly on political landscapes, environmental studies, and urban planning. He holds a D.Litt. from the University of Oxford (2020) and is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2014). Education: Graduated in Classics from Oxford University. Academic roles include serving on the Oxford Classical Texts Committee and the UK Education Honours Committee. Previously chaired the Council of University Classical Departments and convened the Dorothy Buchan Memorial lectures. Research interests emphasize ancient geography, socio-political structures, and environmental interactions. His work spans studies of Sparta, Greek urban planning, and the cultural impact of Hellenistic expansion. Recent publications examine Pseudo-Skylax's geographical texts and post-Alexandrian political dynamics. Scientific Awards: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2014) D.Litt. (Doctor of Letters) from University of Oxford (2020) Advising and Grants: No specific advisees listed, but supervises research in ancient history and archaeology. Active in collaborative projects such as the Laconia Survey. Grants have supported archaeological fieldwork and publication initiatives. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Oxford Classical Texts Committee and has led interdisciplinary teams in regional archaeological surveys.

• Ancient History
• Hellenistic Studies
• Classical Antiquity
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Professor Benjamin Ziemann of the University of Sheffield , holds a Ph.D. and Habilitation from German institutions. His research spans Modern German History, with a focus on the Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany , labor movements, and anti-nuclear pacifism . He has received grants from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation , British Academy , and others. His work includes a definitive biography of Martin Niemöller , analyzing themes like antisemitism , nationalism , and postwar moral reckoning . He has authored and edited seminal texts such as The Oxford Handbook of the Weimar Republic and co-edits journals like Zeitschrift für Geschichtswissenschaft . Research Interests : Social history of German workers in WWI, Weimar/Nazi political culture, religious movements. Teaching : Imperial Germany (1871-1918), Weimar Republic, Gender and Violence in WWI. Supervision : PhD on German army combat, refugee camps in postwar Germany, Catholic discourses on war/peace. Public Engagement : Frequent lecturer in Europe, Japan, USA; media appearances in Deutschlandfunk and rbb Kulturradio .

• Modern German History
• Weimar Republic
• Nazi Germany
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Ben Marsden is a Senior Lecturer in History of Science and Technology at the University of Aberdeen's School of Divinity, History, Philosophy and Art History, where he previously served as Head of the Department of History (2018-2023). His administrative roles include Deputy Head of School (2009-2011) and Director of the Centre for the History and Philosophy of Science, Technology and Medicine (2010-2011, 2012-present). Education includes: BA (MA) Hons in Mathematics, University of Cambridge (1987) Certificate of Advanced Study in Mathematics (MMath), University of Cambridge (1988) PhD in History, Philosophy and Social Relations of Science, University of Kent (1992) His research explores the cultural history of science and technology in 18th-19th century Britain, particularly engineering history, science-music relationships, and technological culture. He specializes in historical epistemology of engineering, urban knowledge production, and interdisciplinary studies bridging science with cultural practices. Current projects include a comprehensive biography of engineer W.J.M. Rankine. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on historical epistemology of engineering, Victorian scientific institutions, and technology's cultural impacts. Recent works examine mechanics philosophy, telecommunications history, and urban knowledge systems, showing methodological emphasis on material culture and institutional analysis. Awards and fellowships: British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow (1993-1995) Royal Society-British Academy Fellow in History of Science (1995-2000) Dibner Institute Senior Fellow at MIT/Harvard (2005-2006) He currently accepts PhD students in History and has led AHRC-funded projects on steamship cultural history. Collaborations include ongoing work with National Museum of Scotland. As editor of Notes & Records of the Royal Society (2015-2018), he shaped significant historical scholarship dissemination.

• History of Science
• History of Technology
• Cultural History
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Tong Lam is an Associate Professor in the Department of Historical Studies and the Graduate Department of History at the University of Toronto, where he also directs the Dr. David Chu Program in Asia-Pacific Studies at the Asian Institute. His research sits at the intersection of media studies, environmental history, and science and technology studies (STS), focusing on the politics and aesthetics of mobilization in China’s special zones across socialist and postsocialist eras. Employing interdisciplinary methodologies, his work explores themes such as state-precipitated violence, industrial ruination, and the socio-political implications of technology. He is a visual artist whose lens-based projects interrogate military violence, surveillance, and postindustrial landscapes. His recent scholarship analyzes postsocialist urbanism, digital governance, and the temporalities of infrastructure. While the absence of explicit scientific awards or student advisement records in the provided text precludes their inclusion here, his publications and creative practice reflect a sustained engagement with critical historical inquiry and contemporary socio-technological challenges.

• History
• Science and Technology Studies
• Media Studies
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Professor Owen Davies is a faculty member at the University of Hertfordshire , affiliated with the History Department at the School of Creative Arts . His research spans witchcraft , magic , supernatural beliefs , and folklore , with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches integrating archaeology, anthropology, and biomedical studies. Key research areas : Witchcraft, Domestic Magic, Medical History, Electrification, Public History. Recent projects : AHRC-funded 'StoryMachine', Leverhulme 'Inner Lives', Wellcome Trust 'Harnessing the Power of the Criminal Corpse', and a new AHRC 3-year study on witch bottles. Selected publications : America Bewitched (2013), The Oxford Illustrated History of Witchcraft and Magic (2017), Troubled by Faith (2023). Awards : Funded by AHRC, Wellcome Trust, and Leverhulme Trust. Collaborates with institutions like Museum of London Archaeology and University of Essex. Leads community engagement via the Heritage Hub and 'Electric Generations' exhibition.

• Witchcraft
• Magic
• Supernatural Beliefs
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Prof. Zeljko Miletic serves as a full professor at the Department of Archaeology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Zadar, where he has been employed since 1986. He teaches core courses across all archaeology study levels including Institutions of the Roman World, Roman Army in Illyricum, Romanization of Ancient Illyricum, Economy of Roman Dalmatia and Histria, and Ancient Religion in the Adriatic-Danubian Region. His educational credentials include: Graduate Archaeologist and Art Historian, Faculty of Philosophy in Zadar (1986) Master of Science (Topography of the Salonitan necropolises), Faculty of Philosophy in Zagreb (1989) Doctor of Science (Mithraism in the Roman province of Dalmatia), Faculty of Philosophy in Zadar (1997) Miletic specializes in religious practices and military history within Roman provincial contexts, with particular focus on the Eastern Adriatic region. His research integrates field archaeology with socio-economic analysis of Romanization processes, examining how religious syncretism and military infrastructure shaped cultural transitions in Dalmatia and Pannonia. This interdisciplinary approach bridges classical archaeology, anthropology, and historical geography to reconstruct lived experiences in Roman frontier provinces. No scientific awards are documented in the source material. As academic leader, Miletic coordinated the Archaeology of the Eastern Adriatic postgraduate program and served as doctoral mentor/head until 2015. He secured principal investigator roles for the MZOS-funded projects Religious Life on the Eastern Adriatic in Roman Times and Cult and Religion on the Eastern Adriatic Coast in Roman Times, while collaborating on international initiatives including Corpus Monumentorum Mithriacorum with Heidelberg University. His grant portfolio demonstrates sustained focus on Roman provincial religious networks. Miletic directs field operations at Krka National Park's Burnum archaeological site and established antiquities collections at Humac Museum in Bosnia and Herzegovina. His excavation teams operate across key Adriatic-Danubian sites including Salona, Nin, Galovac, and Asseria, with continuous fieldwork spanning over three decades to document Roman provincial infrastructure.

• Roman Provincial Archaeology
• Religious Studies (Roman)
• Roman Army History
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Dr. Isabella Jackson is an Assistant Professor in Chinese History at Trinity College Dublin's Department of History. She specializes in modern Chinese history, with a focus on colonial Shanghai, treaty ports, and the intersections of imperialism and identity. Her research includes the CHINACHILD project, investigating the sociolegal status of enslaved girls and evolving conceptions of childhood in 20th-century China. She is also a co-editor of Treaty Ports in Modern China and author of Shaping Modern Shanghai , analyzing colonial governance and transnational networks. Her teaching includes courses on Republican China, global childhood history, and imperialism. She contributes to Trinity's Asian Studies programs, supervising PhD students researching topics like medical objects in late Qing China and Irish identities in Chinese maritime history. Dr. Jackson's work bridges urban history, colonial studies, and gender analysis, often exploring how global and local dynamics shaped modern China. Her research highlights include examining Sikh policemen in Shanghai's International Settlement, treaty port governance via the Shanghai Municipal Council, and the socio-political dimensions of foreign presence in China. She frequently publishes in journals like Modern Asian Studies and collaborates internationally on projects linking urban development, legal frameworks, and cultural identity.

• Modern Chinese History
• Colonialism
• Treaty Ports
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Mo Mansouri is a Teaching Professor and Director of Graduate Studies at the Department of Systems and Enterprises, Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science, Stevens Institute of Technology. He also serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of North-Eastern Norway, highlighting his international academic engagement. His leadership extends to directing Systems Engineering and Socio-technical Systems Programs, underscoring his central role in shaping academic and research initiatives in systems engineering. Education: PhD in Engineering Management, The George Washington University (2004) MS in Industrial Engineering, University of Tehran (1999) BS in Industrial Engineering, Sharif University of Technology (1997) Dr. Mansouri's research is centered on computational governance frameworks , resilience design , and behavioral modeling in complex socio-technical systems . His work applies systems thinking to urban systems, smart cities, infrastructure, and healthcare, with a strong emphasis on data-driven policy design and multi-stakeholder coordination. He investigates how real-time data, sensing, and analytics can inform governance in complex environments such as transportation, energy, and public health systems. His recent publications (2023–2024) reveal a strong trend toward AI and digital transformation in healthcare , electric and urban mobility systems , and pandemic and societal resilience . These works frequently employ systems thinking, systemigram modeling, and system of systems engineering methodologies, published in IEEE, INCOSE, and IARIA venues. The interdisciplinary nature of his research spans engineering, policy, and human behavior. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: While specific awards are not listed in the provided text, his leadership roles and extensive funding indicate high professional recognition. Advising and Grants: Dr. Mansouri has served as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI on multiple high-value research grants totaling millions of dollars from DoD, Lockheed Martin, NED, and FAA. These projects focus on capability assessment, smart city dashboards, governance modeling, and social development. He mentors students through doctoral and master’s level courses and research, though specific advisee names are not provided. Labs and Research Teams: While specific lab names are not mentioned, his research is conducted within the Department of Systems and Enterprises at Stevens, involving collaborations with students and professionals in areas such as smart cities, healthcare systems, and infrastructure resilience. His work with international institutions and professional societies indicates active participation in global research networks.

• Systems Engineering
• Computational Governance
• Resilience Design
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Yi Gu is an Associate Professor of modern and contemporary art and visual culture at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC), with cross-appointments in the Department of Arts, Culture and Media and the Department of East Asian Studies. Her scholarly work centers on Asian visual culture, particularly China's artistic and photographic history from the early twentieth century to the present. Her research interests include cold war visual culture, post-socialist art, Chinese photography history, contemporary photography in Asia, mass art and amateurism, and visual methodologies across disciplines. Gu's work is driven by examining the political ambitions and social functions of art, as well as the politics of aesthetics. Her recent research has focused on aesthetic capitalism and digital surveillance in China, leading to studies of the Digital Countryside initiative and CCP aesthetics anchored in agrarian imaginary. Gu's publications reveal a consistent engagement with visual epistemology, particularly how Chinese artists and photographers have negotiated modernity, nation-building, and transnational influences. Her work spans from early twentieth-century open-air painting practices to contemporary digital visual culture, demonstrating how visual practices serve as critical sites for understanding China's social and political transformations. As co-editor of the open-access academic journal Trans Asia Photography and convening member of the research project 'Alternative Collections and Digital Humanities: Twentieth-Century Chinese Art and Visual Culture,' Gu actively contributes to expanding the field of Asian visual studies through collaborative scholarly initiatives. At UTSC, Gu teaches undergraduate courses on modern and contemporary Asian art, lens-based media in Asia, public art, and art and digital culture. Her scholarly approach combines art historical methods with visual culture studies, media theory, and cross-disciplinary perspectives to examine how visual practices shape and are shaped by political and social contexts in China and beyond.

• Modern and Contemporary East Asian Art
• Visual Culture
• Chinese Art History
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