جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Natthapoj Vincent Trakulphadetkraiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematics Education
• Educational Research
• Pedagogy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Natthapoj Vincent Trakulphadetkrai is an Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at the University of Reading's Institute of Education. He specializes in integrating storytelling into mathematics teaching and learning, leading the international research consortium MathsThroughStories.org . His roles include Co-Director of the ITE and Professional Practice Research Centre, Deputy Director of the EdD program, and Module Convenor for multiple undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Education: PhD in Mathematics Education (University of Cambridge), MSc in International Public Policy (UCL), MSc in Comparative and International Education (University of Oxford), BA (Hons) in Primary Education (Brunel University). Research Focus: Gender representation in educational materials, language proficiency impacts on mathematical learning, and the role of visualization in supporting learners with ADHD. Key projects include ESRC Policy Fellowships on early-years mathematics and a British Academy grant to improve mathematical talk through story creation. Awards: Multiple teaching excellence nominations, research awards for best output and collaboration, and leadership in national education organizations like BERA and ATM. He supervises over a dozen PhD/EdD students, focusing on topics ranging from computer science education to cross-cultural mathematics pedagogy. His work has been cited in journals like Journal for Research in Mathematics Education and Frontiers in Education .

Liudmila Klimanovaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Language Studies
• Multilingualism
• Multiculturalism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Liudmila Klimanova is an Associate Professor in the Department of Russian and Slavic Studies at the University of Arizona's College of Humanities. She holds affiliations with the Human Rights Practice Program and the National Center for Interpretation. Her research focuses on the intersection of language studies, multilingualism, multiculturalism, and technology, with a particular emphasis on Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) and digital pedagogy. She serves as Core Faculty and Social-Cultural Dimensions Area Chair in the Second Language Acquisition and Teaching (SLAT) doctoral program, and co-directs the LLC Commons curricular resource project for Russian language instruction. Dr. Klimanova also leads the Footprints initiative, which trains language teachers in place-based learning and critical pedagogies. She is Editor-in-Chief of the Russian Language Journal and an Associate Editor for the Issues in the Teaching of East European and Eurasian Languages and Cultures series, while serving as Secretary for the Computer-Assisted Language Instruction Consortium (CALICO). Her teaching spans courses in Russian Studies, human rights in Eurasia, and language and digital media. Recent research explores virtual exchange dynamics, identity construction in digital spaces, and equitable technology integration in language education. She advocates for multilingualism and critical digital literacies through projects like hashtag-based identity performance studies and telecollaborative learning initiatives. Dr. Klimanova’s work bridges theoretical and applied aspects of language education, emphasizing technology’s role in fostering intercultural competence and social justice. Her publications address challenges such as marginalized learners’ representation in virtual exchanges and the semiotics of digital communication. She actively mentors students exploring technology’s impact on language identity and global communication.

Xuan Luمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-centered Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Human-AI Collaboration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Xuan Lu is an Assistant Professor at the School of Information, University of Arizona. She holds a PhD in Computer Science from Peking University, alongside dual bachelor's degrees in Computer Science and Economics. Her research focuses on human-centered data science, emphasizing methodologies that integrate machine learning, causal inference, and natural language processing to address societal challenges in work, education, healthcare, and technology-driven innovations. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Peking University (2016-2019) Master's in Computer Science, Peking University (2013-2016) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Peking University (2009-2013) Research Interests: Her work bridges human-AI collaboration, emoji analysis in developer communication, and future-of-work dynamics. She has contributed to premier venues like The Web Conference, UbiComp, and ICSE, with notable awards including the WWW Best Paper Award (2019) and Microsoft Research Asia Fellowship (2017). Awards & Honors: AI Chinese Female Youth Scholar List, Baidu Scholar (2023) Microsoft Research Asia Fellowship (2017) National Scholarship (2017, 2012) Outstanding Graduate of Beijing & Peking University (2013) Teaching & Service: Taught courses like INFO 521/ISTA 421 (Introduction to Machine Learning) and served on program committees for IEEE BigData, The Web Conference, and ACM SIGKDD.

• Cognitive Psychology
• Neurolinguistics
• Developmental Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cristina Izura is an Associate Professor in Psychology at Swansea University, affiliated with the School of Psychology within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science. She holds the position of Deputy Director of the Language Research Centre since October 2012. Her research focuses on the organization of language in the brain, exploring how this organization evolves through normal learning, aging, second language acquisition, brain injury, and dementia. She also investigates psycholinguistic and psycho-emotional aspects of online grooming. Her teaching responsibilities include advanced research methods in psychology, computing skills for experiments, and higher-level cognitive processes. She supervises PhD students on topics like neurodiverse cognitive processing, online grooming tactics, and adolescent vulnerability in digital contexts. Dr. Izura’s publications span over two decades, with recent work emphasizing linguistic analysis of online grooming and forensic psychology. Her earlier research includes studies on memory consolidation, acronym comprehension, and bilingual language acquisition. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary research, bridging cognitive science, linguistics, and forensic studies.

• Children's Literature
• Girlhood Studies
• Fat Studies
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Maria Österlund is an Associate Professor in the Department of Culture, History and Philosophy at Åbo Akademi University, Faculty of Humanities, Psychology and Theology. She is based in Finland and conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of children's literature, girlhood studies, fat studies, and visual literacy. Her work is deeply embedded in Nordic literary traditions, particularly Finland-Swedish literature. Her research interests include: Girlhood and female adolescence in literature Fat studies and body representation in young adult novels Silence and narrative voice in children’s books Trauma, evacuation, and historical memory in picturebooks Multilingualism in early childhood literature Word art as both artistic expression and pedagogical tool Her recent publications reveal a strong thematic continuity, focusing on identity, embodiment, and literary form. She frequently collaborates with scholars such as Maria Lassén-Seger and contributes to edited volumes and critical anthologies. Her work bridges academic research and public discourse, often engaging with contemporary debates on children’s literature and education. She has received notable scientific awards, including: Astrid Lindgren Foundation’s Solkatten research grant (2001) Young & Promising Scholar award from the International Research Society for Children’s Literature (1999) Hagforsmedaljen (2015) Handledarepriset (2016) Kanslers guldkantsstipendium (2019) Maria Österlund is actively involved in advising and academic service, including doctoral thesis evaluations, peer review, editorial work, and organizing research networks and workshops. She is a principal researcher in two major projects: 'Swedish children’s literature research and criticism in Finland' and 'Scientific anthology on word art as an art form and pedagogy in Swedish in Finland'. These projects emphasize collaboration, critical analysis, and educational innovation. She also leads the Ordkonstnätverket (Word Art Network) at Åbo Akademi, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue around literary arts.

Trevor Grimshawمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Intercultural Communication
• TESOL
• Applied Linguistics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Trevor Grimshaw is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Education at the University of Bath, where he has been a faculty member since 2003. He is a member of the Language in / for Education (LifE) research group and plays a key leadership role as Director of Studies for the MA TESOL program, which he established in 2007. He also serves as Marketing and Communications Coordinator and Coordinator of Postgraduate Tutors. Additionally, he convenes the Language, Culture and Education unit (ED60279) in the EdD programme and has held various leadership roles including Leader of the Language and Educational Practices Research Cluster (2013–2018). His educational background includes a PhD in Language Studies from the University of Kent, an MEd in TESOL from the University of Leeds, and a BA in Modern Languages from the University of Hull. He also holds a Cambridge Cert TEFL. Trevor’s research centers on intercultural communication, the decentring and decolonisation of TESOL, English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI), and the cultural representation of international students. He is particularly interested in critiquing stereotypes such as the 'East Asian learner' and exploring the marketization of English as an international language. His methodological expertise includes linguistic ethnography and critical multimodal discourse analysis. His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward critical and socially engaged scholarship, focusing on equity, identity, and power dynamics in international education. Themes include intercultural adaptation, feedback practices in EFL classrooms, and digital representations of social action in university communications. He has served as an external examiner for TESOL and education programs at several institutions, including University College London, University of Exeter, and Canterbury Christ Church University, demonstrating national recognition of his expertise. Trevor is actively involved in research funding projects, including studies on linguistic diversity in higher education and pedagogies promoting transcultural competence. He welcomes doctoral students interested in his core research areas and has supervised numerous postgraduate research projects. He is also a strong advocate for multilingualism in both personal and professional contexts. He is affiliated with the Centre for the Study of Education in an International Context (CEIC) and contributes to the University’s internationalisation agenda through research, teaching, and leadership.

Aaron Whiteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Linguistics
• Syntax
• Semantics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Aaron White is a Professor of Linguistics at the University of Rochester since 2017. He holds a PhD in Linguistics from the University of Maryland, College Park (2015), advised by Valentine Hacquard and Jeffrey Lidz. Prior to Rochester, he was a postdoctoral fellow at Johns Hopkins University's Science of Learning Institute, affiliated with the Department of Cognitive Science and the Center for Language and Speech Processing. His research focuses on computational linguistics, syntax, semantics, and natural language processing, particularly in syntactic bootstrapping, propositional attitude verbs, and event structure decomposition. Key research projects include leadership of the MegaAttitude Project and contributions to the JHU Decompositional Semantics Initiative. He teaches courses on statistical methods in linguistics, computational linguistics, and deep learning applications. His work bridges formal semantics, syntax, and computational models, emphasizing cross-linguistic analysis and parser development. Publications span document-level information extraction, neg-raising inferences, and semantic typology. He has developed tools like the Decomp Toolkit for decompositional semantics. Current research explores lexicalization processes in parsers and temporal reasoning in NLI tasks. Labs/Teams: JHU Decompositional Semantics Initiative, MegaAttitude Project.

Kenneth David Mandlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomedical Informatics
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
• Electronic Health Records
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Kenneth David Mandl, MD is the Donald A. B. Lindberg Professor of Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital and Professor of Biomedical Informatics at Harvard Medical School. He is Director of the Computational Health Informatics Program (CHIP) at Boston Children’s Hospital, a leading center for research in health data science and informatics. Institution: Boston Children’s Hospital School: Harvard Medical School, Faculty of Medicine Department: Department of Biomedical Informatics Academic Rank: Professor Dr. Mandl earned his MD from Harvard Medical School and an MPH from the Harvard School of Public Health, with clinical training in pediatrics and pediatric emergency medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital. He also completed fellowships in Clinical Effectiveness and Medical Informatics. His research focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence, electronic health records, and data interoperability standards (e.g., FHIR) to advance clinical care, public health surveillance, and learning health systems. Key interests include automated phenotyping, patient data access, ethical AI in medicine, and digital health innovation. He has led transformative initiatives such as the SMART Platforms and the Accessible Research Commons for Health (ARCH). The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward AI-driven clinical informatics, with work spanning explainable machine learning, generative AI for clinical notes, federated learning systems (e.g., Cumulus), and biosurveillance using NLP. His research bridges technical innovation with real-world implementation and policy, particularly in pediatric and population health contexts. Dr. Mandl has received several prestigious awards, including: Investing in Information Award (2004) Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) (2005) Clifford Barger Award for Excellence in Mentoring (2008) Donald Lindberg Award for Innovation in Informatics (2014) As a principal investigator on multiple NIH-funded grants, including U01TR002623 and R01GM104303, he leads large-scale collaborative research efforts involving national consortia such as 4CE and SMART Cumulus Network. His work emphasizes open science, data sharing, and patient-centered innovation. While no current advisees are listed, his prior mentoring has been recognized institutionally. Dr. Mandl is actively engaged in advancing the field through leadership in research infrastructure, policy development for AI in healthcare, and the creation of scalable, interoperable digital health ecosystems.

Elke Montanariمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• German as a Second Language
• Multilingualism
• Language Acquisition
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Elke Montanari is a Professor of German as a Second Language at the Institute for German Language and Literature, University of Hildesheim, where she also serves as Managing Director. She holds a PhD from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München and previously held academic positions at Heidelberg University of Education and Karlsruhe University of Education. Her research bridges multilingualism, language acquisition, and educational integration, with leadership roles in projects like TRANSLANG (international teacher education) and DAWID (German as an academic language). Montanari's research explores multilingual education systems, vocabulary development in bilingual children, and diagnostics for German language learners. She emphasizes practical applications in teacher training and policy development, particularly for migrant and refugee education. Her work spans early childhood to tertiary education contexts. Recent publications (2019–2025) demonstrate strong trends in lexical analysis of learner corpora, multilingual pedagogy in ECEC institutions, and information literacy’s role in democratic engagement. Methodologically, she combines empirical studies of bilingual development with applied educational research. As primary supervisor, she guides doctoral candidates in multilingual acquisition research. Key projects include SpraBiPiKs (language professionals in kindergartens) and collaborations with universities in Cairo and Rouen. She co-leads the Center for Educational Integration, advancing inclusive language policies across Niedersachsen.

Barbara Scharfbilligمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Education for Sustainable Development
• Development Education Work
• Colonial Continuities
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Barbara Scharfbillig serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Geography and its Didactics at the University of Trier since October 2023. She leads the elective module 'Education for Sustainable Development' in the Master of Education program and coordinates the 'Exchange of German and Namibian Educators' professional exchange initiative. Beyond her university role, she is a certified Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) trainer in Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland, Managing Director of the German-Namibian association Suni e.V., and a lecturer in the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development's 'Education meets Development' program. Her educational background includes an M.A. in Management of Cultural and Non-Profit Organizations, a B.A. in Cultures and Languages of Africa & Educational Sciences, and professional training as a nurse. This diverse foundation supports her interdisciplinary approach to development education. Scharfbillig's research centers on critical approaches to international cooperation with emphasis on decolonial perspectives. Her work explores Education for Sustainable Development through practical applications in German-Namibian contexts, particularly focusing on the Omaheke region of Namibia. She investigates multiperspectivity in teacher training, colonial continuities in development work, and the acquisition of intercultural competencies. Her methodology often employs Design-Based Research to develop tangible educational resources that address real-world challenges in cross-cultural settings. Her publications reveal a consistent focus on practical educational materials and critical reflection on power dynamics in North-South partnerships. The trajectory shows increasing sophistication in developing bilateral educational frameworks that respect local knowledge systems while addressing global sustainability challenges. Her work bridges academic theory with grassroots implementation, particularly evident in her German-Namibian exchange programs and educational materials development. 2024: Teaching Award of the University of Trier for the seminar 'Education for Sustainable Development / Perspectives, Learning Locations and Practical Exercises for Geography Teaching (WS 2023/2024)' 2017: Winner of the 'Volunteering 4.0' Idea Competition in Rhineland-Palatinate 2011: Support and Honor Award 'Filippas Engel' for young Europeans Scharfbillig mentors students in developing German-Namibian learning units and leads multiple projects including the 'German-Namibian Exchange of Educators' (2024-2025) and the 'EvoNam' project (2025-2026) researching student conceptions of evolution in Namibia. Her grant-funded work emphasizes practical application and bilateral knowledge exchange rather than traditional research funding models. She collaborates extensively with the Geography and its Didactics team at the University of Trier, working closely with Suni e.V., the Namibian Light for the Children Foundation, and the Directorate of Education, Omaheke Regional Council. Her team approach emphasizes co-creation of educational materials with Namibian partners, ensuring authentic representation of local contexts and knowledge systems.

Geeta Ludhraمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Black Feminist Theory
• Decolonial Feminist Theory
• Critical Pedagogies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Geeta Ludhra is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at Brunel University London within the College of Business, Arts and Social Sciences (CBASS). She serves as Associate Dean for Equality and Diversity (Staff) and is a member of the 'Interculturality for diversity and global learning' research group. Her research focuses on Black Feminist and Decolonial Theories, exploring intersections of gender, race, class, caste, and migration histories in South Asian women's educational experiences. She supervises doctoral students and leads community impact initiatives through her registered Community Interest Company (CIC), collaborating with DEFRA, National Parks, and museums sectors. Her recent publications examine narrative research ethics, cultural identity in education, and institutional legitimacy. She has received a Brunel Seminar Series Award for 'Decolonising Green Spaces' (2023) and contributes to national conversations on diversity in natural landscapes via media appearances (BBC Woman's Hour, BBC Asian Network). She works part-time and maintains active roles in educational outreach, including an External Examiner position at Leeds Beckett University and governor roles in three schools. Her work bridges academia and grassroots activism through the 'educating geeta' women's writing group and Chilterns conservation projects.

Leah Robertsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Second Language Acquisition (SLA)
• Psycholinguistics
• Bilingualism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Leah Roberts is a Professor in the Department of Education at the University of York, leading the Centre for Advanced Studies in Language and Education. With prior research scientist roles at the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics (2003-2011) and University of Essex (2000-2003), her academic journey bridges theoretical and applied research in second language processing. Education: PhD in Syntactic Processing in Second Language Learners (University of Essex, 2003), MA in Language Acquisition (University of Essex, 1999), BA in Linguistics with Education Studies (University of East London, 1997) Her research focuses on second language acquisition and bilingual processing , spanning word-, sentence-, and discourse-levels. Key areas include cross-linguistic influences in SLA, classroom intervention studies, and real-time processing mechanisms in adult vs. child language learners. Recent work examines article acquisition in L2 English, prosody's role in syntactic ambiguity resolution, and visual processing asymmetries in motion event analysis. Collaborations include institutions across Europe (University of Osnabruck, Lund University, Utrecht University) and North America (Penn State University). She contributes to journals as Managing Editor of the EUROSLA Yearbook and Co-Editor of IRAL , with editorial board memberships spanning five international publications. Key Research Trends: Temporal and referential processing in bilingual discourse Classroom vs. naturalistic language learning mechanisms Information structure acquisition in multilingual contexts Prosodic and syntactic cue integration in real-time comprehension Cross-linguistic influences on morphosyntactic development Visual-spatial cognition in language processing She teaches MA modules including Cross-linguistic Influences in SLA, Developmental Psycholinguistics, and Research Methods for Applied Linguistics, emphasizing methodological rigor in both experimental and classroom-based studies.

Nicola Capuanoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
• Artificial Intelligence for Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nicola Capuano is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information and Electrical Engineering and Applied Mathematics (DIEM) of the University of Salerno, Italy. He is a member of the SmartLearn research group at the Open University of Catalonia and has previously held academic roles at the University of Basilicata and technical positions at the University of Salerno. Current positions: Associate Professor (University of Salerno) since 2023 Former Associate Professor (University of Basilicata, 2022-2023) Former Researcher (University of Basilicata, 2019-2022) His research focuses on machine learning applications in education, including Artificial Intelligence for Education , Natural Language Processing , and Fuzzy Systems . He has pioneered zero-shot vulnerability detection using LLMs and developed novel graph-based approaches for misinformation analysis. Key projects include the ALICE adaptive learning system and SmartLearn research initiatives. Scientific contributions span 15+ peer-reviewed publications in IEEE, Springer, and Elsevier outlets. Recent work examines persuasive comment detection in social media and optimization techniques in fuzzy genetic algorithms. Best Paper Award recipient (2017) 2nd Best Paper Award (2008) Editorial roles: Associate Editor for 3 journals since 2019 Active in academic service, he chairs conference tracks (INCoS, AINA) and serves as independent evaluator for Horizon Europe projects. His teaching portfolio includes Software Engineering, Algorithms, and AI applications.

Genny Ballardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Spanish Language Education
• Hispanic Studies
• Latin American Cultures
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Genny Ballard is the Charles T. Hazelrigg Professor of Spanish at Centre College, where she has been a dedicated educator since 2004. She teaches a range of Spanish language, literature, and culture courses with a strong emphasis on community-based learning and international engagement. She has directed study abroad programs in Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Cuba, Nicaragua, Spain, France, and Andorra, and has been instrumental in developing high-impact educational practices at the college. Education: PhD in Hispanic Studies, University of Kentucky MAT in Teaching, Foreign Language, and Social Studies, University of Louisville BA in Government, Centre College Her research focuses on intercultural competence, language learning, and experiential education. She integrates reflection, service-learning, and writing-intensive pedagogies into her courses. She has developed innovative curricula for study abroad, particularly in Central America and the Caribbean, emphasizing reciprocity and community engagement. The most recent publications and presentations reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining education, cultural studies, language pedagogy, and social justice. Her work frequently explores how language, culture, and identity intersect in both formal and informal learning environments, especially in international and bilingual contexts. Scientific Awards: Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award (Colombia ICETEX, 2019–2020) NEH Summer Scholar (2019) Ballard has secured multiple institutional grants to support community-based learning and international programs. She mentors students through study abroad, internships, and capstone research projects, particularly in the Spanish senior seminar (SPA 500). She played a key role in establishing the Centre College After-School Program for immigrant and first-generation K–12 students and has facilitated internships for the Lincoln Scholars Program in Guatemala and Costa Rica. She collaborates with universities in Colombia, including Universidad del Norte and Universidad de la Guajira, on research and pedagogical development. She is actively involved in academic teams focused on diversity, inclusion, and international education. Her work bridges classroom learning with real-world engagement, especially through partnerships with organizations like FIMRC and Safe Passage.

Audun Rosslundمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Early language development
• Infant-directed speech
• Cognitive development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Audun Rosslund is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Health, Developmental and Personality Psychology, University of Oslo. His research focuses on early language development, infant-directed speech, cognitive development, and open science methodologies. He holds a PhD in Early Language Development from the Center for Multilingualism (UiO), a Master's in Developmental Psychology (UiO), and a Bachelor's in Education (UiO). PhD, Early Language Development, Center for Multilingualism, UiO MSc, Developmental Psychology, Department of Psychology, UiO BEd, Education, Department of Education, University of Oslo His research investigates how environmental linguistic input shapes infant language outcomes, particularly through infant-directed speech. Longitudinal studies track Norwegian infants from 6 to 18 months, analyzing acoustic properties, word comprehension, and expressive vocabulary. Projects also examine statistical learning in dialect-exposed infants, sibling influences, pacifier use effects, and tablet-based assessment tools. Key collaborations include Natalia Kartushina, Julien Mayor, and Alejandrina Cristia. His work is shared via Open Science Framework and disseminated through projects like BabyLing and ManyBabies Consortium. Topics span from cognitive development to eye-tracking and pandemic impacts on daycare vocabulary growth.