جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sébastien Arcandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Socioprofessional Integration of Immigrants
• Ethnic social relations
• Institutions and organizations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sébastien Arcand is a Professor in the Department of Management at HEC Montréal, specializing in socioprofessional integration of immigrants, ethnic social relations, entrepreneurial practices, and sport and society. His academic work focuses on diversity, inclusion, and multicultural organization management, with particular attention to immigrant experiences in the Quebec labor market. With expertise spanning Socioprofessional Integration of Immigrants , Ethnic social relations , Entrepreneurial practices , Culture and identity , and Sport and society , Professor Arcand's research examines how cultural diversity shapes organizational dynamics and individual career trajectories. His work particularly investigates the challenges faced by immigrants and religious minorities in workplace integration, as well as the role of sport in community building and cultural identity. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on diversity management in regional contexts, exploring the 'black box' of diversity practices in organizations outside major urban centers. He examines how mental schemas influence diversity implementation, how work-life balance affects overqualified immigrant employees, and how Muslim professionals navigate career barriers in Quebec organizations. Appointed to the scientific committee of the FRQ–Society and Culture (2024) Joint holder of a research chair in Quebec (2024) Professor Arcand actively supervises doctoral and master's students, with a focus on immigrant integration, sports management, and diversity practices. His teaching portfolio includes courses on multicultural organizations, diversity management, and sports and society across multiple semesters through 2025. He has directed numerous student projects examining diversity implementation in organizations like Desjardins, Bombardier, and Décathlon Canada, as well as community-based sports initiatives.

Ruonan Chenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Medical anthropology
• Organizational anthropology
• International development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ruonan Chen is a medical anthropologist affiliated with the School of Archaeology and Anthropology at The Australian National University (ANU). She holds a PhD in anthropology from ANU, dual master's degrees in Cross-Cultural Communication and Education (Newcastle University, UK) and Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (Liaoning University), and a bachelor's degree in Law (Henan University of Economics and Law). Her research focuses on global health systems, health workforce dynamics in marginalized regions (e.g., Tibet), and the intersection of biomedicine with alternative medicine. She employs phenomenological and ethnographic methods to examine lived experiences of medical practitioners and sociopolitical impacts on healthcare provision. Key research themes include organizational anthropology, counterculture, youth culture, and cross-cultural communication. Beyond academia, she specializes in multiculturalism, community development, project management, and stakeholder engagement. No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided text.

Anh Tranمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Humanitarian Engineering
• Development Education
• Powder Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anh Tran is a Researcher and Program Coordinator at the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology at The University of Queensland. His research spans two primary domains: humanitarian engineering and healthcare/public health. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering (2015), focusing on powder flow dynamics in industrial mixers. His recent work emphasizes cross-cultural health interventions, dementia care, and occupational health in emergency services. He has published widely on topics such as advance care planning, diabetes management in Vietnamese populations, and multicultural healthcare policy. His research interests include humanitarian engineering education, gerontology, public health policy, and the application of quantitative methods in healthcare. Notably, he has contributed to studies on cultural adaptation of healthcare tools and the psychosocial impacts of dementia on aging populations. His work bridges engineering and healthcare disciplines, addressing both technical and societal challenges. Dr. Tran’s academic contributions include over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2012, with recent focus on global health equity and emergency services workforce retention. He has collaborated internationally on projects funded by UNESCO and other organizations, including the UNITWIN in Humanitarian Engineering Outreach.

• History
• Irish Studies
• Australian History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robin Sullivan is an Honorary Research Associate Professor in History at the School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry, The University of Queensland. Her affiliation reflects a specialized focus on historical research with an emphasis on Irish-Australian studies within Queensland contexts. Her research explores multifaceted themes including the Irish diaspora, cultural memory, sectarianism, and gender dynamics in historical narratives. Key interests encompass: Memorialization practices and public monuments in Australian urban spaces St. Patrick's Day as a cultural phenomenon in Brisbane Irish identity formation in colonial and post-colonial Queensland Intersections of gender, religion, and ethnicity in community organizations Analysis of her scholarly articles reveals consistent attention to diasporic identity, historical commemoration, and socio-political conflicts within Irish-Australian communities. Her work frequently employs case studies from Queensland's regional and urban settings, utilizing archival research to examine how cultural symbols and public spaces shape collective memory.

Jennifer Elrickمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Migration Governance
• Diversity and Social Stratification
• Immigration Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Elrick is an Associate Professor and Chair in Multiculturalism at McGill University's Department of Sociology (Faculty of Arts). She holds a PhD from the University of Toronto and has been at McGill since 2016. Her research focuses on migration governance, diversity, and social stratification, particularly analyzing how states construct legal and administrative classifications (e.g., citizenship, immigration law) and their societal impacts. Her award-winning book Making Middle-Class Multiculturalism explores Canada's postwar immigration policymaking through an organizational lens. Education: PhD in Sociology, University of Toronto (2017) MA in European Culture and Economy (Sociology & Economics), Ruhr University Bochum (2005) BA (Hons.) in History & Drama, Queen’s University (1999) Research Interests: Her work examines migration governance, the social construction of legal categories, and public perceptions of immigrants. Recent projects include a SSHRC-funded study on deliberation and public perceptions of refugees in Canada. Methodologically, she employs qualitative approaches like interviews, archival research, and focus groups. Awards & Grants: SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2023-2025) FRQSC Research Support Grant (2018-2021) Shortlisted for Canadian Political Science Association's Donald Smiley Prize (2022) Teaching: Courses include 'Sociological Perspectives,' 'Sociology of Citizenship,' and graduate seminars on migration governance. She developed SOCI 595: Immigration Control and the State and chairs McGill's Canadian Studies Program. Academic Roles: She serves on the Executive Committee of the Council for European Studies and edits Ethnic and Racial Studies . Currently, she is Interim Director of McGill's Institute for the Study of Canada (2024-2025).

• Entrepreneurship
• Management Education
• Institutional Environments
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jukka-Pekka Heikkilä is a Visiting Professor at Aalto University's Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, specializing in entrepreneurship in challenging institutional environments, particularly in North Korea and migrant contexts. He holds a Doctoral degree (2013) and Master's (2007) in Business and Economics from the University of Vaasa. His research focuses on frontier entrepreneurship education, cross-cultural collaboration, and the intersection of technology with institutional development. He has led EU-funded projects like MEGE and contributed to academic discourse through peer-reviewed articles and media commentary. Education: Doctoral degree: Business and Economics, University of Vaasa (2013) Master's degree: Business and Economics, University of Vaasa (2007) Research Interests: Entrepreneurship in restricted economies, digital education in high-risk regions, migrant entrepreneurship ecosystems, and geopolitical influences on business. His articles explore themes like entrepreneurship in North Korea, collaborative strategies for global challenges, and the role of Burning Man as a social movement. He actively engages with media, analyzing geopolitical issues like the Middle East crisis and Beirut explosion's impact on Lebanon. Grants & Projects: MEGE (2018–2020): Multicultural Encounters, Growth, Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship in Challenging Institutional Environments (2017–2020) Awards: Best Article Finalist 2023, Academy of Management Discoveries He has visited institutions globally, including Stanford University (2019–2020), and collaborates with scholars on topics ranging from North Korean education to Middle East diplomacy.

Bonnie Sladeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Adult Education
• Social Change
• Migration Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Bonnie Slade is a Professor of Adult Education for Social Change at the University of Glasgow. Her work focuses on leveraging adult education as a tool for social justice and empowerment across workplace, higher education, and community contexts. She led the International Master in Adult Education for Social Change (2016–2024) and currently co-edits the Journal of Adult and Continuing Education . She sits on editorial boards for several journals including the International Journal of Lifelong Education and holds roles with organizations like the Universities Alliance on Lifelong Learning and PIMA (Promoting, Interrogating and Mobilising Adult Learning and Education). Education: PhD in Adult Education, University of Toronto (2008) SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellow at York University (2008–2010) Research Interests: Bonnie’s interdisciplinary research explores migration, labor market inclusion, gender/race intersections, and arts-informed methodologies. Her work critiques systemic barriers faced by racialized immigrants, particularly in professional sectors. Recent projects include studies on STEM student experiences in India/Rwanda and refugee integration through adult education. Grants: Bonnie has secured funding for projects including the GCID Small Grants Fund (2023–2024), UKRI GCRF Gendered Journeys (2020–2023), and Leverhulme Trust projects on medical professional migration (2013–2016). Supervision: Current PhD supervisees include Abimbola Abodunrin (Decolonizing HE) and Emily Thomson (Care Apprenticeships). Past students have pursued topics ranging from female engineering students in US evangelical contexts to training programs in Ontario’s nuclear sector. Labs/Teams: Central to her work are collaborative initiatives like the Learner-Centred Education for Migrants project (2016–2020) and the interdisciplinary Gendered Journeys study.

• Consumer Acculturation
• Co-Creation
• Digital Consumer Culture
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bidit Dey is a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Marketing and Director of Accreditation at the Sheffield University Management School (SUMS). He leads SUMS' international accreditation efforts and contributes to strategic initiatives as part of the Executive Board. Previously, he served as Associate Head of Brunel Business School (Strategy & External Relations) and led the Brunel MBA program. His research focuses on consumer acculturation, digital transformation, co-creation, and technology adoption in multicultural contexts. Dr. Dey has authored over 45 articles in top journals like Journal of the Association for Information Systems , British Journal of Management , and International Marketing Review . His work explores themes such as AI adoption in SMEs, social media's role in cultural integration, and sustainable value co-creation in B2B settings. He has also published a book on ICTs in Developing Countries (Palgrave Macmillan, 2016). His research trends emphasize digital transformation challenges, ethical technology use, and cross-cultural marketing strategies. Articles frequently analyze Industry 5.0 applications, privacy concerns in social media, and post-Brexit consumer behavior. He has contributed to policy-relevant studies on crisis management, telecommunication markets, and microfinance innovation in developing economies. Dr. Dey holds a PhD and has advised on strategic alliances, innovation ecosystems, and sustainable operations. His work bridges academic rigor with industry impact, addressing emerging challenges in global business environments.

Jillian K. Piersonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Business
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Gender and Sexuality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jillian K. Pierson is a Clinical Professor of Communication and Director of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. She specializes in teaching undergraduate courses in the social science aspects of communication, with a focus on cultural issues, diversity, and organizational dynamics. Her roles include curriculum development and mentoring, emphasizing students’ lifelong learning beyond academia. Education: Pierson earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from UC Berkeley, followed by her master’s and doctorate in communication at USC Annenberg. Research Interests: Her expertise spans Business, Diversity and Inclusion, Gender and Sexuality, and Race and Ethnicity. She explores theoretical frameworks such as dialectical tensions in relationships and cultural change processes, particularly in multicultural organizational settings. Her work integrates insights from Culture and Media studies, Health Organizations, and Network dynamics. Professional Contributions: Pierson has consulted with multinational tech companies (including in Singapore), small businesses, and nonprofits on communication strategies. She coaches professionals in career development and presentation skills, focusing on leveraging individual talents for success. Her prior career included managing classical music artists at a Hollywood talent agency, which shaped her interest in cultural and organizational intersections. Advising/Labs: As Director of Undergraduate Studies, she oversees academic programs and student development. Her courses include COMM 200 (Communication and Social Science), COMM 324mw (Intercultural Communication), and COMM 480 (Nonverbal Communication).

• Construction Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Disaster Resilience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Melissa Teo is a Senior Lecturer in Construction/Project Management at the School of Architecture & Built Environment, Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Her work focuses on sustainability, stakeholder management, and community engagement in construction and disaster resilience contexts. She holds a PhD from the University of New South Wales (2009) and has over a decade of academic experience, including roles as a lecturer (2010–2019) and senior research assistant (2009–2010). Her research addresses issues like community-based protest, disaster preparedness for vulnerable groups, and the cultural and social determinants of project success. Key areas include construction project management, environmental risk perception, and engagement with culturally diverse communities. She has received prestigious awards, including the ARCOM David Langford Award (2014) and the UNSW RICS Foundation Fellowship (2003–2007). Dr. Teo has secured grants totaling over $100,000, including a 2016 Logan City Council grant for disaster preparedness and a 2017 PMI grant for community engagement strategies. Her publications span disaster resilience frameworks, stakeholder values in green procurement, and AI applications in construction sustainability. She has supervised doctoral research on topics like community resilience in Southeast Asia and equity in land acquisition in Vietnam. Her work emphasizes bridging project objectives with social responsibilities, particularly in multicultural and high-risk environments.

• Multicultural education
• Professional learning communities
• School organization and leadership
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lonneke de Meijer is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychology, Education and Child Studies within the Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences at Erasmus University Rotterdam. Her research focuses on multicultural education, professional learning communities, school organization and leadership, higher education diversity, and education testing. Research Interests: Multicultural education Professional learning communities School leadership and organizational structures Higher education diversity policies Educational assessment and testing methodologies Awards: 1 award mentioned (details unspecified). Teaching Contributions: 8 teaching entries listed, including academic trajectories of ACPA- and pre-master students in pedagogical sciences. Grants/Advising: No specific grants or student advisees listed. Her work includes a notable 2019 study on the personal and professional development of ACPA and pre-master students in pedagogical sciences, highlighting her engagement with educational equity and student progression.

• Organizational Behavior
• Social Identity
• Workplace Diversity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. YingFei Héliot is an Associate Professor in Organisational Behaviour at the School of Management, University of Surrey . With a PhD and MBA from Surrey and a First-class BSc in Psychology from the Open University, her research explores the intersection of identity, wellbeing, and organizational performance . She has held roles including Business Management Programme Leader (2013-2018) and Examination Officer (2012), and currently leads the SBS ViA Committee for Athena SWAN and EDI, directs the Occupational and Organisational Psychology program, and supervises PhD students. Educational Background: PhD in Organisational Behavior (University of Surrey, funded by ESRC and University of Surrey) MBA (University of Surrey) BSc (Hons) in Psychology (Open University, First-class) Her research focuses on social identity dynamics in workplaces, including Religious identity negotiation in the NHS Multilevel identity conflict in healthcare professionals Leadership-follower dynamics in faith-based organizations Intercultural learning relationships Evidence-based management practices . Her recent publications highlight systematic analyses of religious identity in workplaces , mixed-method studies on leadership attributes in faith-based contexts , and interdisciplinary models of identity conflict . Current projects address Covid-19 resilience frameworks and privacy concerns in learning analytics . Scientific Awards & Grants ESRC Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2007-2008) Best Paper Awards at Academy of Management (2017) and Australian/New Zealand Academy of Management (2008) NHS Confederation grants (2022-2023) HEIF Research Grant (2020) University of Surrey PhD Bursary (2003-2006) As a PhD supervisor , she has guided research on topics including healthcare professionals' religious identity conflicts and intercultural educational design. Her work spans collaborations with Kingston University, Open University, and international institutions , with publications in Human Resource Management , Journal of Business Ethics , and Studies in Higher Education .

Anna Lundمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Sociology
• Ethnography
• Arts
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anna Lund is a Professor of Sociology and Deputy Head of Department at Stockholm University’s Department of Sociology. She is also a faculty fellow at Yale University’s Center for Cultural Sociology. Her research focuses on cultural sociology, ethnography, and the intersection of education, migration, and multiculturalism. Research Interests: Anna’s work explores how cultural processes shape social inclusion, particularly in schools and theaters. She employs civil sphere theory and intersectional perspectives to analyze micro-level interactions in diverse settings. Key themes include migrant student integration, emotions in practitioner-client relationships, and the role of arts in fostering social cohesion. Key Projects: Emotions and Rituals in Practitioner-Client Interaction (Swedish Research Council, 2025–2028) Against All Odds: Successful Schools in Stigmatized Areas (2023–2026) Staging Migration: Rhetoric in Swedish Children’s Theater (2020–2025) Teaching That Matters for Migrant Students (NordForsk, 2020–2024) Publications: Her recent work includes studies on humor as a tool for social repair, teacher agency in multicultural classrooms, and the civil sphere’s role in Nordic societies. Over 40 publications span journals like Ethnic and Racial Studies and edited volumes on cultural sociology. Grants & Leadership: Anna leads multiple grants from the Swedish Research Council and coordinates international networks like the Nordic Network for New Social Pragmatism. She supervises PhD students across Stockholm University’s sociology and child/youth studies departments. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Department of Child and Youth Studies and the Center for Cultural Sociology (Yale) on interdisciplinary projects blending ethnography and policy analysis.

Christa Markomمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Anthropology of Education
• Political Anthropology
• Diversity and Multiculturalism
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Christa Markom is Senior Lecturer and Deputy Director of Studies at the Department of Social and Cultural Anthropology, University of Vienna. She coordinates the Erasmus+ project DIGITclue at University of Vienna and teaches at multiple institutions including the Vienna University of Education. Her research examines racism in educational materials, migration discourses, and diversity politics. Notable publications analyze racial representations in Austrian textbooks and critical approaches to multiculturalism. She develops anti-racism teaching resources and conducts organizational anthropology consulting.

Helene Marie Kjærgård Eideمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Education Policy
• Prison Education
• Early Childhood Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Helene Marie Kjærgård Eide is an Associate Professor at the Department of Education, University of Bergen. Her research focuses on education policy, prison education, early childhood education, and professional development of educators. She has collaborated extensively with NORCE Norwegian Research Center and Western Norway University of Applied Sciences on projects related to kindergarten policy implementation and prison education systems. Her work examines governance structures in education, professional autonomy challenges, and the intersection of cultural identity in early education. Key projects include evaluations of Norway’s kindergarten framework plan and studies on prison officers’ roles in inmate education. She has presented at international conferences such as AERA and NERA, exploring topics like technology-enhanced learning and teacher education innovations. Eide’s publications analyze Norwegian policy tools for early childhood education governance, Sámi cultural integration in schools, and the impact of increased educator ratios in kindergartens. She co-authored reports on prison officers’ conceptions of educational roles and professional development opportunities. Her research bridges policy analysis with practical implementation challenges in diverse educational settings.