Prof. Burkart Voss is a Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Ernst Abbe Hochschule Jena. He serves as BaföG representative and Head of the Space Electronics specialization. His research focuses on microprocessor technology, space systems, and radiation-resistant electronics. Research Interests: Design of microprocessors and signal processors Space-qualified electronics development Application of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components in space Single-event effects (SEE) mitigation in space electronics Key Projects: RAKS : Investigating commercial sensors for space navigation LUNTE : Laser-based testing of radiation effects on electronics Teaching: Leads courses on signal processors, processor design, and space systems engineering. Coordinates interdisciplinary autonomous model vehicle projects preparing for embedded world competitions. Grant Activities: Receives funding from German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs (Project RAKS: 50RM1410).
Shaun LePage is the Department Chair of Ministry Studies and Assistant Professor of Ministry Studies at Calvary University, where he has served since July 2018. He holds a B.A. in Communications from Missouri Southern State College (1987), a Th.M. in Pastoral Leadership from Dallas Theological Seminary (1996), and is pursuing a D.Min. in Church-Based Theological Education. His expertise focuses on biblical foundations for ministry, leadership development, and church planting. He has extensive ministry experience, including roles as Lead Pastor of CityChurch Lawrence, Plant Pastor of Community Bible Church of Olathe, and leadership in nonprofit organizations like Family Promise of Lawrence. LePage’s research interests emphasize practical theological applications in ministry, church growth strategies, and community engagement. He teaches courses like 'Theological Foundations of Ministry,' integrating biblical principles with contemporary ministry practices. His ministry experience spans over three decades, encompassing church planting, pastoral leadership, and community outreach. LePage has held administrative roles, including Associate Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Calvary University (2018–2021), and has contributed to publications and media, such as the podcast Calvary Conversations and articles for Kindred Spirit . He actively involves himself in local community initiatives, advocating for families transitioning out of homelessness.
Kevin Lawson is a Professor of Educational Studies at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He specializes in strengthening church educational ministries, having served 11 years as a church minister of Christian education. His research focuses on local church educational ministry, theological foundations, children’s spiritual formation, and leadership issues. He holds degrees in Christian education, biblical studies, and educational administration. He serves as editor of the Christian Education Journal and chairs the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities’ Council for Collaboration in Doctoral Education. His recent publications include Supervising and Supporting Ministry Staff: A Guide to Thriving Together (2017) and Infants and Children in the Church: Five Views on Theology and Ministry (2017). Lawson has contributed to numerous periodicals and edited volumes, addressing topics like ministry staff development, historical pedagogy, and faith formation. He semi-retired in 2021 but continues teaching in Biola’s PhD/EdD programs and supervising doctoral students.
Ed Stetzer is the Dean and Professor of Leadership and Christian Ministry at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He also serves as Distinguished Visiting Scholar at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University, and Regional Director for Lausanne North America. His roles include training pastors globally, editing Outreach Magazine , and hosting the Ed Stetzer Live podcast and radio show. Stetzer’s research focuses on church leadership, evangelism, and cultural engagement. He has authored numerous books and articles, addressing topics like small group dynamics, global missions, and the role of theology in media. His work emphasizes applying biblical principles to contemporary challenges, such as navigating cultural divisions and fostering church renewal. He advocates for theological education that equips leaders to address modern societal issues. Stetzer’s collaborations, including with figures like Doug Huffman on the TV series The Chosen , highlight his commitment to creative, faith-centered outreach.
David Hockman, DMin, is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Bible & Ministry at Lancaster Bible College (LBC). He holds a DMin from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, ThM and MDiv from Calvary Baptist Theological Seminary, and a BA from Bob Jones University. His career spans 14 years teaching at Maranatha Baptist University, serving as Family Pastor at Calvary Bible Church, and directing LBC’s Gap Semester program. He also taught at Montana Bible College and currently works at Oak Hills Christian College in Bemidji, MN. Research interests include biblical exegesis, theological discourse analysis, pastoral ministry practices, and transitions in emerging adulthood. His publications focus on topics like redemption in Christian theology, New Testament epistles, and adolescent-adult transitions. Publications include analyses of James 3:13-18, reviews of John commentaries, and discourse studies in biblical Greek. His 2022 DMin project addresses pastoral strategies for emerging adult development. No awards are listed, but his work emphasizes practical theological education and student mentorship. Teaching focuses on courses like Christian Narrative, Corinthian Epistles, and Greek language modules. He advises through program direction and theological mentorship, though no named advisees are listed. Professional activity includes collaboration with multiple Bible colleges and seminaries, reflecting a commitment to bridging academic and pastoral ministry.
Greg Burch, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at Multnomah Biblical Seminary's School of Theology and Leadership in Portland, OR. His work focuses on global missions, child welfare, and social justice, with extensive experience in Latin America. Prior to joining Multnomah, he worked in Venezuela and Costa Rica for over a decade with nonprofits like Niños de la Luz, addressing issues faced by street children and marginalized communities. He co-developed the Children At Risk training program at ESEPA Seminary in Costa Rica. Education: Ph.D., Fuller Theological Seminary M.A., Fuller Theological Seminary B.S., Multnomah Bible College Research interests include ethical mission responses to children at risk, bi-modal mission strategies, and child protagonism in community development. His publications explore theological frameworks for global ministry, cultural anthropology in mission contexts, and practical approaches to social justice. Teaching and mentoring are central to his work, emphasizing how students can apply theological principles to real-world challenges like refugee resettlement and long-term development projects. He values collaborative efforts between practitioners and academics to address systemic issues affecting vulnerable populations.
Alexander Nieuwborg is a Researcher at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) within the Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, specifically the Department of Design, Organisation and Strategy. His work focuses on systemic design approaches to address complex societal challenges. Research Interests: Systemic design, resilience engineering, pandemic preparedness, and strategic design for societal transitions. Publications: Key topics include resilience categorization, designing antifragility in transport hubs, and pleasure-centric design methodologies. Professional Activities: Ancillary role as Designer/Product Developer for the Dutch Ministry of Defence (Feb–Sep 2025).
Dr. Susan Main is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at Edith Cowan University (ECU), specializing in inclusive and special education, literacy intervention, and teacher professional learning. She holds a PhD in Education (2014) from ECU, alongside a Master of Education (2007) and a Bachelor of Education (1989), also from ECU. Her research focuses on instructional coaching, effective literacy pedagogy, classroom management, and technology-enhanced learning. Dr. Main is actively involved in professional associations such as the Institute of Special Educators (InSpEd) and the Australian Association of Special Education (AASE), serving as WA President and National Council Member. Her work emphasizes collaborative projects with global and local partners to improve educational practices for diverse learners. Notable grants include the AASE Research Award (2024–2026) and projects addressing literacy in regional schools and home-educated gifted students. Dr. Main’s research has been published in journals like Disability and Society and Journal of Teacher Education . Key achievements include advancing inclusive education policies, leading impactful interventions for struggling readers, and validating classroom management tools for pre-service teachers. Her grants include $178k for the Kimberley Literacy Project and $55k for multisensory storytelling initiatives. Dr. Main supervises doctoral research on topics like twice-exceptional students and autism advocacy, reflecting her commitment to equitable education. Grants: Over $500k in funded projects since 2008, including literacy interventions and inclusive practices. Awards: AASE Research Award (2024), recognition for her contributions to special education. Collaborations: Partnerships with Foodbank WA, Sensorium Theatre, and international institutions like the Seychelles Ministry of Education. Her research labs focus on bridging theory and practice through innovative pedagogical strategies, with a particular emphasis on leveraging technology and data-driven approaches to enhance learning outcomes for marginalized groups.
Piero Schiavazzi is a Fixed-term Extraordinary Professor of Vatican Geopolitics at Link Campus University in Rome. He holds a degree in Political Science from Sapienza University and is a professional journalist with extensive experience as a Vaticanist. His career includes roles at Limes and the Huffington Post, frequent media appearances on networks like RAI, Mediaset, BBC, and ZDF, and interviews with global figures such as Mother Teresa, Mandela, and Gorbachev. Education: Graduated with honors in Political Science at Sapienza University of Rome. Roles: Vatican geopolitics professor, journalist, event moderator, and coordinator of international conferences. His research focuses on the intersection of Vatican diplomacy, geopolitical dynamics, and religious influence. He has organized global conference cycles for the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and collaborated with institutions like the Institute of European Studies and the National Microcredit Board. He authored the Latin hymn 'Mater Iubilaei' and developed major TV events for RAI and Mediaset. Prof. Schiavazzi’s work bridges academia and media, emphasizing the societal impact of religious and political leadership. He coordinates events at high institutional levels, blending scholarly and journalistic perspectives.
Gemma Marfany Nadal is a University Professor at the Faculty of Biology, University of Barcelona, with affiliations to the Department of Genetics, Microbiology and Statistics and the Human Molecular Genetics Research Group. She serves as Academic Secretary of the Bioethics Commission of the University of Barcelona (CBUB), Member of the Institute of Biomedicine of the University of Barcelona (IBUB), and former Member of the Biology Degree Study Council. Her research focuses on hereditary retinal dystrophies, gene discovery (notably CERKL ), CRISPR/Cas9 genomic editing, proteostasis in retinal neurodegeneration, and bioethics. She has led projects funded by the European Union (PROTEOSTASIS), TV3's Marathon Foundation, the Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness, CIBER, and the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities. Notable scientific contributions include studies on CERKL 's role in retinal health, sphingolipid metabolism, and deubiquitinating enzyme expression. She has published extensively in journals like Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science and PLoS One , emphasizing retinal disease mechanisms and therapeutic strategies. Scientific awards include the VI Distinction from the Faculty of Doctors of the University of Barcelona for outstanding dissemination activities. She has created the genetic diagnostic spin-off DBGen Ocular Genomics and contributes to public science communication through a weekly column in El Nacional and quarterly columns in Mètode magazine under the section 'Gens i Gent'.
Elisabet Tubau Sala is a Full Professor at the Universitat de Barcelona , affiliated with the Department of Cognition, Development and Educational Psychology within the Faculty of Psychology . Her research focuses on probabilistic reasoning, learning processes, and decision-making mechanisms. She has led projects funded by institutions like Spain's Ministry of Science and the Catalan Agency for Management of University and Research Grants. Education: Psychology Degree (1984) - Universitat de Barcelona Doctorate (1987) - Universitat de Barcelona Recent Research Themes: Cognitive mechanisms behind Bayesian problem-solving challenges Role of visual aids in improving risk comprehension Educational interventions targeting causal reasoning biases Perceived severity effects in medical judgments Multi-object tracking models integrating speed/position data Cognitive control in math-anxious individuals Key Projects (2017-2024): 3D Space Updating from Optical Flow (PID2020-114713GB-I00) Vision and Action Control (VISCA) research group (2017-2021) Teaching Activities (Past 5 years): Cognitive Numeracy and Numerical Processing Disorders (Undergraduate) Perception, Action & Consciousness (Master's) Thinking & Problem Solving (Undergraduate) Her work bridges cognitive psychology with educational applications, emphasizing probabilistic reasoning's role in real-world decision contexts.
Federica Mucci is an Associate Professor of International Law at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, affiliated with the Department of History, Humanities and Society. She specializes in international protection of cultural heritage, European Union law, and treaty law. Her teaching includes courses on cultural heritage protection and EU law for programs in Education and Tourism. Legal Expert: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs UNESCO Delegation Member: Contributed to the 2005 UNESCO Convention on cultural diversity and its implementation. Her research focuses on international law frameworks for cultural heritage, maritime law, treaty interpretation, and environmental protection. Key publications include monographs on cultural heritage law (2012) and a PhD thesis on EU copyright law (1998). Publications span interdisciplinary topics such as topological data analysis, though the majority of her work aligns with legal and humanities disciplines. Awards: No specific prizes are mentioned, but her scholarly output includes influential books and articles on international law. Advising/Grants: No formal student advisees or grant details provided in text. Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations mentioned, though her role at UNESCO implies collaboration with international bodies.
Fred Cudjoe Adadey holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences and the Centre for Inclusive Humanities. He currently serves as a visiting lecturer at the Church Mission Society, UK, and has an eight-year background as a missionary in Thailand and neighboring countries. His research focuses on the intersection of religion, culture, and community development in Thailand and Ghana, with particular emphasis on African Pentecostalism, Thai Buddhism, and faith-based civil engagement. Education: MA in Theology and Leadership (University of Roehampton, 2016-2019) MA in Master of Theology in Intercultural Studies (Fuller Theological Seminary, 2020-2022) Research Interests: Fred explores missions studies, African Pentecostalism, Thai Buddhism's role in community development, African Christianity in diaspora contexts, Ewe mythology, and the application of religious capital to social initiatives. His work bridges theological practice with practical community development strategies, informed by fieldwork with Buddhist monks and Ghanaian shrines. Professional Roles: Community Development & Research Coordinator (Prfinstitute.org, ongoing) Editorial Board Member, The Authentic Magazine (UK) Teaching Experience: Taught MA modules on New Testament and ministry practices, and undergraduate courses on African Traditional Religion at Regent University College of Science and Technology, Ghana (2019–2020). Consultancy & Networks: Supervised projects on re-entry programs for formerly incarcerated individuals and is a founding member of the African Christianity and Development Network Series (ACaDNS). Affiliated with the Center for Missiological Research (Fuller, USA) and the European Research Network on Global Pentecostalism (Glopent).
Dr. Monica Short is a part-time Senior Lecturer in the School of Social Work and Arts at Charles Sturt University, where she has established herself as a prominent researcher and educator. Based in Canberra on Ngunnawal and Ngambri land, she coordinates the International Network of Co-operative Inquirers and serves as an adjunct Centre Scholar with the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture. She is also a member of the Anglican Church of Australia Mission and Ministry Commission and the Social Work and Health Inequality Network. Her educational background includes a degree in Social Work, a Master of Social Welfare (Welfare and Social Policy), and a PhD by publication through Charles Sturt University. Her doctoral thesis focused on 'The Australian Anglican Church engaging with people living with disabilities and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in rural, regional and remote communities.' Monica's research centers on the psycho-social-spiritual-physical resilience and well-being of individuals and communities. She applies an integrated lens with epistemological foundations in social work, sociology, and theology, utilizing methodologies such as co-operative inquiry, ethnography, literature review, and case studies. Her work emphasizes honoring emic (insider) and etic (outsider) knowledge, valuing relationships, collaboration, sharing power, promoting social justice, and upholding egalitarian principles. Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output, with particular growth in recent years (2023-2025). Her work spans co-operative inquiry methodology, rural social work practice, virtue ethics, pedagogy of kindness, and the intersection of theology with social work practice. She has made significant contributions to understanding person-centeredness, ethical decision-making in unequal contexts, and innovative field education models. Executive Dean's Teaching Award (2024) Australia and New Zealand Social Work and Welfare Education and Research Prize (2023) School of Social Work and Arts Award for Highest Student Experience Survey Scores (2023) Faculty Research Award (2021) St Mark's National Theological Centre Greg Eather Memorial Prize (2021) Australia and New Zealand Social Work and Welfare Education and Research Field-University Collaboration Award (2020) CSU Excellence Award (2020) Monica has extensive teaching experience across numerous social work subjects including Indigenous Academic Success Program, Introduction to Human Services, Social Work Field Education, Social Work Theory and Practice, and Case Management. Her pedagogical approach emphasizes collaborative learning, critical thinking, resilience building, and maintaining social work values. She has also been actively involved in media contributions, particularly through 1RPH community radio discussing life with disabilities.
Xiang (Robert) Li is a Professor and Washburn Senior Research Fellow at Temple University's Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management within the School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management. He directs the U.S.-Asia Center for Tourism and Hospitality Research, focusing on destination marketing, international branding, and tourism in Asia. With nearly 200 publications and $2.1M in research funding, his work addresses tourist behavior, customer loyalty, and technology's role in hospitality. Prof. Li earned his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and previously worked in destination management in Nanjing, China. He advises global entities like the World Travel & Tourism Council and has been cited by major media outlets. His editorial roles span over 15 journals, and he holds adjunct positions in Australia, Hong Kong, and mainland China. Research Themes: Destination Branding, Tourism Technology, Cultural Tourism, Sustainable Development Key Collaborators: World Travel & Tourism Council, China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Media Visibility: Associated Press, New York Times, Forbes His grants and consultancies emphasize practical tourism solutions, while his academic impact includes shaping research methodologies and global tourism policy debates.
