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Robert C Koonsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Philosophical Logic
• Metaphysics
• Philosophy of Mind
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robert C Koons is a Professor of Philosophy in the Department of Philosophy within the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Texas at Austin. Holding a PhD from the University of California at Los Angeles, he maintains an active teaching schedule with courses extending through Fall 2025, including Metaphysics, Ancient Philosophy, and Contemporary Hylomorphism. His research centers on applying Aristotelian frameworks to contemporary philosophical problems across multiple domains. Koons specializes in philosophical logic, metaphysics, philosophy of mind, political philosophy, and philosophy of religion. Recent work focuses on Aristotelian interpretations of quantum theory and arguments for classical theism, representing his longstanding commitment to reviving Aristotelian approaches in modern philosophical discourse. Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent trajectory toward Neo-Aristotelian perspectives across multiple disciplines. His work bridges historical philosophical traditions with contemporary scientific and theological questions, particularly evident in his recent edited volumes on classical theism and the metaphysics of science. The publications demonstrate increasing integration of Aristotelian metaphysics with cutting-edge discussions in philosophy of science, quantum mechanics, and theological reasoning. Koons has authored or co-edited ten major works including Paradoxes of Belief and Strategic Rationality (1992), Realism Regained (2000), The Waning of Materialism (2010), The Atlas of Reality (2017), and the recent Classical Theism (2023). His scholarly contributions consistently challenge materialist assumptions while developing systematic alternatives grounded in Aristotelian metaphysics.

Jon E. Litlandمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Metaphysics
• Logic
• Philosophy of Logic
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jon E. Litland is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Texas at Austin, within the College of Liberal Arts. He joined the department in fall 2014 and has established himself as a leading scholar in metaphysics and philosophical logic. From Spring 2022, he has also served as a Professorial Fellow at the University of Oslo. His educational background includes a PhD from Harvard University, which provided the foundation for his research in grounding theory and philosophical logic. Professor Litland's research primarily focuses on metaphysical grounding, particularly addressing logical issues within grounding theory. He has made significant contributions to understanding paradoxes in the logic of ground, mathematical structuralism, and the possibility of defining indiscernible objects. His work often intersects with philosophy of mathematics and logic, exploring how grounding relates to explanation, identity, and the foundations of mathematics. He has developed novel theories such as "collective abstraction" to solve problems in noneliminative structuralism, particularly for nonrigid systems like the complex numbers. Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent focus on grounding theory, with particular attention to iterated grounding, many-many grounding, and the logical structure of grounding relations. His work demonstrates a progression from foundational questions about grounding to more complex issues involving cycles of ground, bicollective ground, and the relationship between grounding and logical consequence. Litland frequently employs formal methods and draws connections between metaphysics, logic, and philosophy of mathematics, contributing significantly to the technical development of grounding theory. He serves as an editor for the Review of Symbolic Logic, demonstrating his standing in the field of philosophical logic. While specific grant information isn't provided in the available materials, his position as Professorial Fellow at the University of Oslo suggests involvement in collaborative research projects. Professor Litland teaches a range of courses including Introductory Symbolic Logic, Metaphysics, Intermediate Symbolic Logic, and Philosophy of Mathematics, reflecting his expertise across logic and metaphysics. His teaching spans both undergraduate and graduate levels, contributing to the next generation of philosophers working in these specialized areas.

Maja Malecمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Modality
• Essence and Essentialism
• Thought Experiments
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Maja Malec is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, University of Ljubljana, where she has been employed since 2017. She earned her PhD in Philosophy from Central European University (Budapest) in 2010, with a dissertation on the essential/accidental distinction in contemporary metaphysics. Her academic career includes teaching at the same department as a contract employee before joining the faculty. Education: PhD (2010) from Central European University, BA/MA in Philosophy from University of Ljubljana. Research: Specializes in modality, essence, and thought experiments, examining their metaphysical, epistemic, and logical dimensions. Investigates historical evolution of modal concepts from antiquity to modern times and philosophical interpretations of nature, reality, and human agency. Her publications focus on modal arguments in philosophy of mind, analysis of scientific thought experiments (e.g., Newton's bucket, Galileo's falling bodies), and critiques of contextualist essentialism. She teaches courses like Human and Cosmos in Renaissance, Philosophy of Nature, Symbolic Logic, and Contemporary Analytic Philosophy.

• ontology
• formal ontology
• topological ontology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Janusz Kaczmarek serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Logic and Methodology of Sciences within the Faculty of Philosophy and History at the University of Lodz. His academic work spans ontology, logic, and philosophical anthropology, where he contributes to both theoretical frameworks and practical applications in these interconnected fields. His research focuses on formal ontology (particularly topological ontology), examining Wittgensteinian ontology of logical atomism, various forms of atomism and substantialism, category theories, and property theories. In logic , he explores theories of judgment in the logical sense, modal and temporal logics in ontological versions. His work in philosophical anthropology centers on essential and existential views of the human being, the problem of will, cognition structures, ethical problems, and ontic foundations of philosophical anthropology. His 15 most recent publications reveal a consistent focus on topological structures in formal ontology, Wittgensteinian frameworks, modal logic applications, and anthropological foundations. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between mathematical logic, metaphysical structures, and humanistic inquiry, with particular emphasis on how formal systems can illuminate philosophical questions about being, knowledge, and human existence. Dr. Kaczmarek actively contributes to academic life through teaching ontology, philosophy (for PhD students), cognitive science, analytical philosophy, philosophical anthropology, and logic to students across all degree levels including ERASMUS participants. He co-organizes significant academic events including the Non-Classical Logics conferences, World Logic Day celebrations, and Ontological Workshops. Currently, he leads two major research initiatives: 'Atom. Substance. System. Research in topological ontology' funded by the National Science Center (NCN), and 'Non-Classical Logics. Theory and Applications' within the ministerial 'Excellent Science' program. His office is located in room 304 at William H. Lindleya 3 in Łódź, with regular office hours on Wednesdays.

• Language development in deaf children
• Literacy development in deaf children
• British Sign Language acquisition
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kate Rowley is a Lecturer in Deafness, Cognition & Language at University College London (UCL), where she also serves as deputy director of the UCL Deafness, Cognition & Language Research Centre (DCAL) since February 2023. A Deaf researcher raised in a deaf family in Cornwall, Dr. Rowley brings both personal and professional expertise to her work, maintaining active involvement in the deaf community. Her research and teaching focus primarily on language and literacy development of deaf children, with strong advocacy for bilingual education approaches that recognize both sign language and written/spoken language as essential components. Dr. Rowley's educational background includes: Bachelor of Science in Deaf Studies from University of Bristol (2004) Master of Arts in Linguistics from University College London (2006) Master of Science in Psychology Research from University College London (completed with merit) PhD in Experimental Psychology from University College London (2018), with thesis titled 'Visual Word Recognition in Deaf Readers: the interplay between orthographic, semantic & phonological information' Her research spans language acquisition and literacy development among deaf children, examining how deaf children learn and process British Sign Language (BSL) and English. Dr. Rowley has conducted significant research on language attitudes within the British Deaf community, regional variations in BSL, and the impact of external factors like face masks on deaf communication. Her work consistently bridges theoretical psycholinguistics with practical applications for deaf education. Dr. Rowley's publication record demonstrates sustained focus on deaf language development across multiple dimensions, integrating experimental methods with community-based research to ensure practical relevance. Her recent work shows increasing attention to language attitudes, sign language variation, and the social dimensions of deaf communication alongside her foundational work on reading processes in deaf individuals. Dr. Rowley has secured significant research funding, including leading the ESRC project 'Language Comprehension in Deaf Children' (2021-2024), which collected data from 200 deaf people across the UK. She is also collaborating as co-investigator on another ESRC project 'Understanding Variation in Reading Progress in Deaf Children' (commencing April 2024). She provides consultancy services through Language Wise Consultancy and develops language modules for professionals working with deaf children. As an active community member, Dr. Rowley serves as governor for Hamilton Lodge (a deaf school in Brighton), maintains strong relationships with deaf schools in Southeast England, and regularly delivers training on sign language acquisition, cognitive development, and literacy intervention strategies. She is on the editorial board of First Language journal and serves as trustee for several deaf community organizations.

Gary Higgsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• GIS-based accessibility modeling
• Medical geography
• Public Participation GIS (PPGIS)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Gary Higgs is a distinguished academic at the University of South Wales, where he serves as Co-Director of the Wales Institute of Socio-Economic Research, Data and Methods (WISERD) and holds a professorship within the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science. With over three decades of academic experience, Professor Higgs leads significant research initiatives focused on spatial analysis and geographic information systems applications in social and health contexts. Co-Director of WISERD since its inception in 2009 Director of the GIS Research Centre at the University of South Wales Lead Principal Investigator for the 'People, Places, and the Public Sphere' research program (2024-2027) Recipient of the USW Impact Award 2019 for research improving mobile cancer services His educational background includes a BSc, PhD, and DSc, establishing a strong foundation for his research career. Professor Higgs is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and has contributed extensively to the academic community through journal reviews, research proposal evaluations, and editorial board service. Professor Higgs' research primarily centers on the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to address critical societal challenges. His work spans accessibility modeling, medical geography, emergency planning, and public participation GIS. He has pioneered methodologies for measuring spatial inequalities in service provision across health, education, and social care sectors, with particular emphasis on multi-modal transport approaches. His research has significantly contributed to understanding how geographical factors influence access to essential services, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on developing innovative spatial analytical techniques to address pressing social issues. Professor Higgs' work shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated accessibility modeling that incorporates real-time data, multiple transport modes, and temporal variations. His research has practical applications for policymakers seeking to reduce inequalities in service provision and improve planning for vulnerable populations. USW Impact Award 2019 for research improving mobile cancer services in collaboration with Tenovus Cancer Care Extensive contributions to academic journals as reviewer for over 60 publications Editorial board member for prominent journals including Computers, Environment and Urban Systems Referee for major research councils including ESRC, AHRC, NERC, and EPSRC Professor Higgs actively supervises postgraduate research and teaches on MSc Computing programs, particularly the GIS Principles and Practice module. His leadership extends to the WISERD Data Lab, which supports community-led data collection and citizen engagement in co-production projects. He has been instrumental in developing the WISERD Geoportal, a tool for discovering, analyzing, and visualizing socio-economic data for Wales.

Luciano Baresiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Software Engineering
• Self-Adaptive Systems
• Edge Computing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Luciano Baresi is a Full Professor at the Polytechnic University of Milan (Politecnico di Milano), Italy, affiliated with the Department of Electronics, Information and Bioengineering. He earned his laurea (MSc) and PhD in Computer Science from the same institution and has held visiting positions at the University of Oregon (USA), Tongji University (China), and the University of Paderborn (Germany). His research spans software engineering, with current focuses on self-adaptive systems, edge computing, and AI/ML-based software. His work integrates formal methods with practical applications, emphasizing autonomous systems, cloud-edge continuum, and federated learning. Recent publications highlight AI-driven advancements in software testing, resource optimization, and educational tools. Key research themes include: AI/ML for autonomous driving testing and data augmentation Serverless computing at the edge Federated learning system architectures Containerization and cloud resource management Awarded for impactful contributions: RE 2020 Most Influential Paper ICSOC 2020 Best Paper SEAMS 2022 Best Paper He advises 14+ PhD students and leads projects like Ketonet (health app), WHO's Essential Items Estimator, and dynaSpark. As Editor-in-Chief of Proceedings of the ACM on Software Engineering and senior editor for multiple journals, he shapes academic discourse in adaptive systems and software engineering.

Lisa Gallagher Kratzمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Grief and Loss
• Couples Counselling
• Substance Abuse Counselling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lisa Gallagher Kratz serves as an Associate Faculty/Instructor at City University of Seattle's Victoria campus, where she teaches counselling courses while maintaining an active private practice and pursuing doctoral studies in Counselling Education and Supervision. Her professional qualifications include: Master of Counselling (City University of Seattle, Victoria campus) Registered Clinical Counsellor certification Canadian Certified Counsellor designation Her clinical and research expertise focuses on grief processing—including ambiguous loss—couples and intimate relationship dynamics, substance use interventions, brief therapeutic modalities, geriatric counselling, group therapy techniques, and supervision frameworks. She implements a teaching philosophy centered on the principle "how I do anything is how I do everything," prioritizing authentic connection through honesty, humor, kindness, and vulnerability to mirror the therapeutic alliance essential in counselling practice. No scientific awards, research grants, or student advising details were documented in the source material, nor were any laboratory affiliations or team leadership roles specified.