جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Shieva Kleinschmidtمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Metaphysics
• Philosophy of Religion
• Mereology
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Shieva Kleinschmidt is an Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Southern California. She holds a B.A. from Western Washington University and a Ph.D. from New York University, with prior graduate work at Rutgers University. Her research focuses on metaphysical topics including mereology, ontology, time, location, modality, and the philosophy of religion, with recent explorations into abuse. She is currently working on a book about parts across space and time, and organizing a conference on metaphysics and feminism. Education: B.A., Western Washington University Ph.D., New York University (2011) Professional Roles: Director of Undergraduate Studies Adjunct roles in philosophical linguistics and aesthetics Her research interests include the nature of parthood, temporal ontology, divine simplicity in trinitarian theology, and the metaphysics of abuse. She critiques Humean spatial theories and explores four-dimensionalist accounts of persistence. Recent work applies metaphysical analysis to feminist concerns and interfaith dialogue through her conference initiatives. Her publications analyze topics like the trinity's metaphysical coherence, time travel's causal implications, and the semantics of religious language. She actively engages in public philosophy through YouTube lectures and audio recordings of her talks.

Pamela Leeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Business Administration
• Adult Education
• Organizational Leadership
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Dr. Pamela Lee is an Associate Professor of Management and Director of the MBA Program at Saint Leo University's Tapia College of Business. She joined the university in 2011 and has been instrumental in shaping the MBA program, emphasizing flexibility and relevance for adult learners. With a PhD in Organizational Leadership and a background in the U.S. Navy and linguistics, her expertise spans adult education, military veteran support, and organizational dynamics. The MBA program under her leadership offers concentrations such as Project Management, Healthcare Management, and Cybersecurity, delivered through on-campus, online, and Education Center modalities. Dr. Lee prioritizes faculty engagement and student empowerment, ensuring graduates gain practical skills to advance their careers. Education: PhD in Organizational Leadership, Master's in Linguistics Research Interests: Adult learning modalities, military-to-civilian career transitions, and business analytics integration Her program emphasizes core courses like Management Essentials and Human Capital for Organizational Performance, tailored for non-traditional students. Scholarships such as the MBA Online Academic Achievement Scholarship highlight her commitment to accessibility. Alumni success stories reflect graduates' career advancements in diverse fields like healthcare and social work management.

Autumne Hollingsworthمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroplasticity
• Neuromuscular Rehabilitation
• Physical Therapy Education
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Autumne Hollingsworth is an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at Colorado Mesa University, affiliated with the College of Health Sciences and based at the St. Mary's Medical Education Center. She serves as the primary faculty for the Neuromuscular I, II, and III courses and supports lab instruction in Essential Skills and Therapeutic Modalities. Her educational background includes a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) and a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, both from the University of Central Arkansas. Her research and teaching interests focus on neuroplasticity, clinical education, and effective learning strategies in physical therapy. She emphasizes salience, repetition, and intellectual vulnerability in student learning, drawing from her experience in residency education. Her background in neurological residency coordination informs her approach to curriculum design and clinical mentorship. While no recent publications or scientific awards are listed, her expertise lies in neurological physical therapy and educational methodology within clinical training programs. Residency Coordinator, Baylor Scott & White - University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Neurological Residency She mentors students through active classroom engagement and clinical instruction, promoting independent learning beyond the classroom. Her teaching philosophy encourages intellectual discomfort as a pathway to meaningful learning. Autumne is actively involved in physical therapy education and curriculum development, particularly in neuromuscular and neurological rehabilitation domains.

• Dutch Language
• Estonian Language
• Germanic Languages
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Anne Tamm is an Associate Professor in the Department of Dutch Studies at Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church in Hungary, where she has been teaching since 2013. She is affiliated with the Institute for German and Dutch-speaking Cultures within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Her academic career spans multiple institutions including the University of Tartu, University of Florence, Johns Hopkins University, and Central European University, where she has held various teaching and research positions. Dr. Tamm's research focuses on linguistic typology, language and cognition, with particular expertise in Estonian, Dutch, Germanic, and Finnic languages. Her work examines cross-categorial phenomena, evidentiality, aspectual systems, and partitive constructions across languages. She has made significant contributions to understanding how cognitive and social factors influence grammatical structures, particularly in Uralic languages. Her research integrates theoretical linguistics with experimental approaches to explore how language structure relates to cognitive processing. The most recent publications reveal a consistent research trajectory examining scalar properties across grammatical categories, the relationship between evidentiality and aspect, and how social cognitive factors shape linguistic complexity. Her work demonstrates a sophisticated integration of typological, cognitive, and functional approaches to linguistic analysis, with particular attention to Uralic languages and their comparison with Germanic systems. Scientific Awards and Distinctions: KRE BTK Research Project Award (2018-2019) Publication Award from KRE BTK (2016) Honorary Alumunus from University of Tartu (2016) Research Project Award for 'Evidential and Generic Issues of Social Cognitive and Developmental Linguistics' (2012) OTKA PD 73826 Cross-Categorial Case research grant (2009-2010) Dr. Tamm has supervised numerous doctoral students and served as an opponent in many doctoral defenses. She has participated in significant research projects including the Dutch Science Fund NWO's Internationalization project 'Partitives in Europe' (2017-2020), Hungarian-Estonian bilateral researcher exchange projects (2016-2021), and the Cambridge University Press project 'Uralic Syntax' (2016). She has also contributed to Routledge's 'Essential Grammar of Estonian' and edited volumes on negation in Uralic languages. Her international scholarly engagement is extensive, with guest professorships at the University of Amsterdam, University of Groningen, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Florence. She has organized numerous international conferences and workshops on Uralic syntax, negation, and typology, demonstrating her leadership in the field of comparative linguistics.

• Performance Nutrition
• Nutrition strategies for team sports
• Nutrition strategies for physical endurance sports
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Dr. Tom Love is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Sciences at Swansea University, working within the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences in the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His academic office is located in the Engineering East Building at Bay Campus. Dr. Love is actively involved in research, teaching, and postgraduate supervision within the field of sports science with a particular focus on sports nutrition. Dr. Love's research expertise centers on performance nutrition, nutritional strategies for team and endurance sports, post-exercise recovery mechanisms, and fluid and electrolyte balance in athletes. His work bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in sports settings, with particular relevance to basketball, rugby, and soccer performance. He has developed a strong research profile examining how nutritional interventions affect athletic performance and recovery. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward examining broader issues in sports participation, including youth sporting experiences, parental support in academy football systems, and barriers to women's rugby participation. This expansion shows his research evolving from purely physiological investigations to encompass more holistic approaches to sports performance and participation. Dr. Love teaches several key modules including SR-251 (Developing Research Methods for Sports Science), SR-259 (Human Nutrition), and SR-333 (Sport, Diet and Disease), providing students with essential knowledge in research methodology, nutritional science, and the relationship between diet, health, and athletic performance. He currently supervises PhD students working on important topics such as participation in women's rugby pathways and creating safe sporting environments for children in Wales, demonstrating his commitment to developing the next generation of sports scientists and addressing real-world challenges in sports participation.

Branko Markovićمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Speech Processing
• Whispered Speech Recognition
• Computer Engineering
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Dr. Branko Marković serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer and Software Engineering, Faculty of Technical Sciences in Čačak, University of Kragujevac, Serbia. His academic career spans over two decades, transitioning from industry experience in telecommunications to dedicated academic work following the merger of the College of Technical Vocational Studies with the Faculty in 2020. Dr. Marković earned his Bachelor's degree from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering in Belgrade in 1992, followed by a Master's degree in 2004 and a Doctorate in 2018, all focusing on telecommunications and speech processing. His doctoral research centered on speech processing and recognition, establishing the foundation for his subsequent research trajectory. His primary research focuses on speech processing , with groundbreaking work in whispered speech recognition - a challenging domain due to reduced acoustic energy in whispered speech. His research explores sophisticated methodologies including data augmentation techniques, wavelet transformations, inverse filtering, and various feature extraction approaches. He has made significant contributions to Serbian speech database development, notably the "Phonemes_1.0" database. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in assistive technologies, security systems, and human-computer interaction, demonstrating consistent innovation through 2024 publications. Analysis of his publication trends reveals an evolution from fundamental techniques like Dynamic Time Warping (DTW) and Mel-Frequency Cepstral Coefficients (MFCC) toward more advanced approaches involving deep learning and multimodal systems. His recent work emphasizes data augmentation for model robustness and wavelet-based feature extraction, reflecting the field's progression toward more sophisticated machine learning methodologies while maintaining focus on the unique challenges of whispered speech. Dr. Marković teaches across multiple academic levels, covering essential computer engineering subjects including Computer Assembly and Service, Internet Technologies, Computer Networks, Distributed Software Systems, Web Programming, and Computer Systems Design. His educational contributions extend to several textbooks for vocational studies in computer engineering fields. His professional journey includes valuable industry experience at the Mihailo Pupin Institute in Belgrade and Canadian telecommunications companies Bell Sygma, Architel, and Nortel Networks, followed by founding his own company Big engineering before transitioning to academia. This industry-academia trajectory enriches his practical teaching approach and research relevance.

Philip Goffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Philosophy of Mind
• Consciousness Studies
• Panpsychism
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Professor Philip Goff is a faculty member in the Department of Philosophy at Durham University, specializing in the philosophy of mind and consciousness studies. His work bridges philosophical inquiry with scientific understanding of consciousness, offering novel perspectives on age-old questions about the nature of reality. Professor Goff's primary research interest centers on the relationship between consciousness and our overall theory of reality. He challenges traditional approaches of physicalism and dualism, arguing they face insurmountable difficulties. Instead, he defends panpsychism—the view that consciousness is a fundamental and ubiquitous feature of the physical world. His recent book "Why? The Purpose of the Universe" (2023) explores whether panpsychism can offer a middle way between traditional belief in God and secular atheism. He has also authored "Galileo's Error: Foundations for a New Science of Consciousness" (2019) for general audiences and "Consciousness and Fundamental Reality" (2017) for academic philosophers. Additionally, he co-edited "Is Consciousness Everywhere? Essays on Panpsychism," featuring contributions from prominent scientists and thinkers including Carlo Rovelli, Sean Carroll, Lee Smolin, Annaka Harris, Christof Koch, and Anil Seth. His scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on consciousness, panpsychism, and the mind-body problem, with recent work expanding into cosmological implications of his views. His publications span academic journals, edited collections, and books for both scholarly and general audiences, reflecting his commitment to making complex philosophical ideas accessible. Professor Goff supervises graduate students including Eleena Takashima and Gaurav Kudtarkar, contributing to the next generation of philosophical thinkers in consciousness studies. His work has generated significant interdisciplinary dialogue, engaging with scientists, philosophers, and spiritual thinkers across multiple fields.

• Metaphysics of Science
• Metaphysics
• Properties
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Professor Matthew Tugby serves as Professor of Philosophy, Deputy Director of the Philosophy MA, and Director of the Philosophy Graduate Diploma at Durham University. A leading scholar in metaphysics of science, he investigates properties, dispositions, and laws through Platonic realism, arguing properties form metaphysical foundations for causation and teleology. His academic journey includes: BA in Philosophy (First Class Honours) from University of York MA in Philosophy from University of York PhD from University of Nottingham (AHRC Metaphysics of Science Project) Tugby's research establishes properties as fundamental explanatory entities across scientific domains. His influential monograph Putting Properties First: A Platonic Metaphysics for Natural Modality (2022) demonstrates how properties resolve issues in modality and laws, while his 2024 Teleology book reinterprets goal-directedness through dispositional metaphysics. He champions scientific realism via property-based abduction and develops modal Platonism against nominalist challenges. His publication trajectory reveals sustained focus on property ontology, with recent work intensifying on teleology and modal grounding. Over 30 publications since 2010 show consistent engagement with dispositions, laws, and essentialism, increasingly integrating Platonism with scientific practice. Key recognition includes: Mind Association Research Fellowship supporting his monograph research Tugby has supervised 10 PhD completions across identity, laws, mental causation, and teleology topics. Current supervisees Gaurav Kudtarkar and Rodrigo Ballon Villanueva continue his research lineage. His AHRC-funded doctoral work and Mind Association fellowship demonstrate sustained research support. Administrative leadership in MA and Diploma programs shapes Durham's philosophy curriculum. Though not lab-affiliated, Tugby actively collaborates through international metaphysics networks and contributes to Durham's research culture via editorial roles and conference organization.

Andres Lozanoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Neurosurgery
• Functional Neurosurgery
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Andres M. Lozano is a University Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Toronto , where he also serves as Chairman of the Division of Neurosurgery and holds the Dan Family Chair in Neurosurgery , the RR Tasker Chair in Functional Neurosurgery , and a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience . Born in Sevilla, Spain, he moved to Ottawa, earned his MD and PhD, and trained at McGill University. Education : MD (University of Ottawa), PhD in Neurobiology (McGill University) Dr. Lozano’s research revolutionized deep brain stimulation (DBS) for neurological and psychiatric disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, depression, anorexia, and Alzheimer’s. His work demonstrated DBS-induced neurogenesis and memory enhancement, with over 450 publications and 5 edited textbooks. He pioneered first-in-human DBS trials for dystonia, Huntington’s, and cognitive disorders. Scientific Awards include the Olivecrona Medal , Jonas Salk Award , Order of Merit of Spain , and election to the Royal Society of Canada and Canadian Academy of Health Sciences . He has delivered over 500 lectures, including 45 named lectures. Dr. Lozano’s grants include CIHR and NIH funding for DBS trials in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and dystonia. He mentors over 60 functional neurosurgery fellows and leads the Lozano Lab at Toronto Western Research Institute.

Adam Murrayمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Metaphysics
• Philosophy of Language
• Logic
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Adam Murray is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Manitoba . His research bridges metaphysics , philosophy of language , and logic . Education: PhD in Philosophy, University of Toronto His work focuses on the intersection of modal metaphysics , propositional dependence , and context relativity . Recent publications analyze how propositions relate to perspectival shifts and metaphysical modality , with co-edited contributions like The Routledge Handbook of Propositions . Articles span topics such as Spinoza's essence theory , origin essentialism , and propositional harmony . He has presented at international conferences including the European Congress of Analytic Philosophy (Vienna, 2023) and Italian Conference in Analytic Metaphysics and Ontology (L'Aquila, 2022).

• Socio-cultural Anthropology
• Transnationalism & Cosmopolitanism
• Globalization & Localization
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Noel Salazar is a Research Professor in Social and Cultural Anthropology at the Faculty of Social Sciences, KU Leuven , Belgium. He founded the Cultural Mobilities Research (CuMoRe) cluster and chairs the International Council for Philosophy and Human Sciences (CIPSH) working groups. Education: PhD in Anthropology (University of Pennsylvania, 2008) Leadership: Past Secretary-General of IUAES, Founder of EASA's AnthroMob network His research explores mobility/immobility regimes , tourism imaginaries , and heritage dynamics across Indonesia, Tanzania, Chile, and Belgium. Key contributions include conceptualizing 'glocalization' and 'tourism imaginaries' through ethnographic lenses. Recent publications address topics like existential mobilities , cultural heritage in polycrises , and multi-sensory ecological studies . His work has been supported by NSF, EU, FWO, and UNESCO grants. Scientific Awards Young Academy of Belgium member (twice as board member) Honorary Fellow of BAEF Awards from AAA, NAPA, and University of Pennsylvania Salazar supervises 10 PhD students and 50+ MA students, while serving on editorial boards of Journal of Sustainable Tourism , Transfers , and Mobility Humanities . He acts as official consultant for UNESCO, UNWTO, and the European Parliament's TRAN committee.

• Logic
• Metaphysics
• Epistemology
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Michael De is an Assistant Professor in Theoretical Philosophy at Utrecht University's Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies within the College of Humanities. His research focuses on Logic , Metaphysics , Epistemology , and the Philosophy of Language . He received his PhD from the University of St Andrews in 2011. His recent publications analyze topics such as subclassical logics, negation theories (e.g., empirical and classical negation), counterpart theory's implications for haecceitism, and the metaphysics of essence and truthmakers. Collaborative work with Hitoshi Omori examines challenges to inferentialist and classical semanticist frameworks. Research Trends (2011–2022): Evolution of negation theories in non-classical logics, modal realism critiques, and the interplay between metaphysical and logical principles. Key Subfields: Non-classical logic, truthmaker theory, possible worlds, intrinsic/extrinsic properties, and deflationary approaches to truth and consequence.

• Romantic Relationships
• Couple Communication Processes
• Cultural Psychology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Priscilla Maria De Netto is a Lecturer at the Malaysia Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University. She holds a PhD in Psychology from Monash University Malaysia, focusing on relationship quality in Malaysian contexts. Her research explores couple communication processes, perceived responsiveness, and cultural factors influencing relationships. She specializes in counselling, integrating modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness. Priscilla provides trauma-informed care and culturally sensitive support to clients facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and career concerns. She actively supervises counselling practicums and internships, mentoring the next generation of mental health professionals. Her teaching emphasizes adapting approaches to individual student needs, fostering a nurturing environment for growth. Her work with refugees highlights her commitment to addressing systemic challenges through empathetic care. She advocates for mental health awareness, viewing counselling as essential for holistic well-being.

Stephen E Tennمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Radiation Oncology
• Neurosurgery
• Medical Physics
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Stephen E. Tenn is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine . With over 20 years of academic activity, his work bridges clinical radiation oncology, medical physics, and neurosurgical applications of radiotherapy. Research Interests : Stereotactic radiosurgery, treatment outcomes for brain and lung cancers, medical imaging, and radiation physics. Collaborations : Works extensively with neurosurgeons and physicists on radiosurgical targeting, motion management, and hearing preservation studies. Publication Trends (2005-2025): Neurosurgery : 12 articles on trigeminal neuralgia, vestibular schwannomas, and brain metastases. Lung Cancer : 6 articles on SBRT, chemoradiation, and dose escalation. Medical Physics : 5 articles on dosimetry, software safety, and imaging techniques. Scientific Awards : Suzanne Eaton, Ph.D. Memorial Prize Taylor M. Brown Memorial Award Grants & Funding : Involved in NIH T32 Training Grants and institutional research funding for bioscience programs. His clinical trials (e.g., iSABR) explore immunoradiation and advanced delivery techniques. Labs & Teams : Part of UCLA's multidisciplinary teams in Radiation Oncology, Neurosurgery, and Medical Physics, focusing on adaptive hybrid surgery, particle accelerators, and precision radiotherapy systems.

• Metaphysics
• Philosophy of Language
• Semantics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nick Kroll is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Franklin and Marshall College. His primary research interests span metaphysics, philosophy of language, semantics, and logic, with a focus on topics like dispositions, temporal ontology, and mental representation. He earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy from Yale University in 2012. Kroll has received notable awards, including the 2014 Sanders Prize in Metaphysics and multiple fellowships from Yale and Cornell. His work explores concepts such as determinable dispositions, teleological explanations, and situation semantics. Recent publications include Determinable Dispositions (forthcoming) and Splitting Situations (forthcoming), which address foundational issues in metaphysics and semantic theory. Kroll has presented his research globally at institutions like Oxford University, Durham University, and Peking University. Education: Ph.D. in Philosophy, Yale University (2012) Grants & Awards: Sanders Prize (2014), Yale Dissertation Fellowship (2010-2011), Sage Fellowship (2004-2006) Courses Taught: Introduction to Philosophy, Symbolic Logic, Knowledge and Reality, Philosophy of Language, Free Will, and Senior Research Seminars Kroll’s research also intersects with epistemology and the philosophy of mind, particularly in studies of singular thought and mental files. His upcoming projects include Undermining Williamson’s Modest Proposal and Telicity and Teleology , further advancing debates in metaphysical semantics.