جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Information Retrieval
• Databases
• Data Mining
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Arapatzis Avgerinos is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science & Information Technology within the Polytechnic School of the University of Thessaloniki , where he has been a faculty member since November 2009. His work bridges theoretical and applied research in information retrieval and data science. Education: BSc in Computer Engineering & Informatics, University of Patras (1996) PhD, Radboud University, Netherlands (2001) Research Interests: A specialist in Information Retrieval , Data Mining , and Natural Language Processing , his work spans Databases , Search Engine Privacy , Sentiment Analysis , and Contextual Suggestion Systems . His research integrates machine learning with domain-specific challenges in environmental science, cybersecurity, and business intelligence. Scientific Contributions: His publications (over 85 as of 2020) focus on hybrid retrieval methods, social media analysis, and privacy-enhanced systems. Recent work includes advancements in federated learning, climate change discourse analysis, and keystroke dynamics applications. Projects: He has participated in EU Horizon 2020 projects like ODYSSEA and FP7 initiatives such as CARRE, contributing to interdisciplinary research in medical informatics and environmental monitoring.

Lars Fantمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pragmatics
• Interactional Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lars Fant is a Professor at the Department of Romance Studies and Classics, Stockholm University, focusing on Pragmatics , Interactional Linguistics , Second Language Acquisition , and Intercultural Communication . He has supervised over 20 PhD and MA theses in Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian, and co-authored key language education materials like Bonnier's Spanish Grammar (2004, revised 2015) and a Course in Mediation (2007). Research Groups : Co-founder of RomSLA (Romance Languages and Second Language Acquisition) and RomLing (Romance Linguistics). Projects : Led programs like 'High-level Proficiency in Second Language Use' (funded by Riksbankens Jubileumsfond) and 'Interaction, Identity, and Language Structure' (funded by SU Humanities grant). Research Trends from his 200+ publications include cross-linguistic analysis of pragmatic markers , discourse strategies in advanced L2 users, and prosodic transfer from L1 to L2. His work bridges theoretical linguistics (e.g., syntactic periphery, modalisation) and applied pedagogy, emphasizing contrastive approaches in language teaching. Teaching spans BA/MA/PhD levels, covering Spanish phonetics, second language acquisition, scientific methodology, and historical linguistics. His supervision includes topics like metadiscursive markers , causative motion expressions , and discourse strategies in heritage speakers .

• Social Semiotics
• Multimodal Communication
• Digital Humanities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Morten Boeriis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Culture and Language, University of Southern Denmark. His research focuses on Social Semiotics, Multimodal Communication, and Visual Communication, with a particular emphasis on digital environments and consumer interactions. Institution: University of Southern Denmark Department: Department of Culture and Language Research Areas: Social Semiotics, Multimodal Communication, Digital Humanities, Visual Discourse Boeriis explores the stratification and organization of multimodal structures in both offline and online shopping environments, bridging semiotic theory with cognitive and digital perspectives. His work includes collaborations with scholars like Theo van Leeuwen and projects such as RESEMINA (Digital (Re)semiotization of Buying and Selling Interaction) and REED (Remediation of Education). He has contributed to advancing multimodal analysis through methodologies like the Mode Instantiation Model and theories connecting Kress/van Leeuwen's social semiotics with Peirce's semiotic framework. His teaching includes workshops on visual communication and courses in Danish textual analysis. Boeriis has supervised PhD students such as J. R. Dakwar and participated in interdisciplinary research networks like the Centre for Multimodal Communication.

Anthony K. Websterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Linguistic anthropology
• anthropological linguistics
• ethnopoetics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Anthony K. Webster is a Professor at the University of Texas at Austin in the College of Liberal Arts. His work bridges linguistic anthropology and ethnopoetics, with a focus on Navajo poetry, language ideologies, and the intersections of sound, memory, and cultural inequality. Research Interests: Linguistic anthropology, Navajo English, translation, iconicity, linguistic relativity, acoustemology, graphic pluralism, and public signage on the Navajo Nation. Key Themes: Ethnopoetics, verbal art, language contact, and the role of sound in shaping cultural and cognitive frameworks. Webster's recent publications explore dialogical ethnopoetics, Navajo place-names, and the ethical dimensions of translating Indigenous poetry. He co-edited special issues on Joel Sherzer's legacy and the role of ideophones in linguistic analysis. Scientific Recognition: In 2022, his co-edited volume The Diné Reader: An Anthology of Navajo Literature received the American Book Award. He also serves as Editor for Anthropological Linguistics . Advising & Collaborations: Has collaborated with Navajo poets like Rex Lee Jim and scholars such as Leighton C. Peterson, Erin Debenport, and Patience Epps on language documentation and verbal art studies. Teaching: Courses include Native American Verbal Art, Speech Play, Amer Indian Languages, and Language/Place/Imagination.

Gertrude Marilyn Tinker Sachsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Language and Literacy Education
• ESL/EFL (English as a Second or Foreign Language)
• Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gertrude Marilyn Tinker Sachs is a Professor of TESOL, Language and Literacy in the Department of Middle and Secondary Education at Georgia State University’s College of Education & Human Development. She specializes in transformative, culturally responsive pedagogies for low-income communities, with a focus on English as a first/additional language. Her research integrates activist approaches to literacy and teacher professional development through international collaborations. Education: Ph.D., Department of Curriculum, University of Toronto (1989) M.A., Department of Curriculum, University of Toronto (1984) M.Sc., University of Miami (1981) B.Ed., University of Miami (1979) Teachers Certificate, College of the Bahamas/University of the West Indies (1974) Research Interests: Dr. Tinker Sachs explores intercultural education, community literacy initiatives, and critical praxis in multilingual contexts. She advocates for pedagogies that center marginalized voices, such as her work with the Comic Book Club ATL Housing Project and the African Diaspora Coming Together Research Project. Her scholarship bridges theory and practice through projects in the Bahamas, Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.S. Publications & Leadership: She authored/co-edited books including *Critical Mass in the Teacher Education Academy* (2014) and *Action Research in English Language Teaching* (2002). As a former Department Chair (2015–2024), she became the first person of color to lead a department in CEHD and the second African-descendant leader in GSU’s education schools. She also holds editorial roles in journals like *Ubiquity* and the upcoming *Tradewinds Journal of Education for the African Diaspora Community*. Community Engagement: Her projects include the Intergenerational Family Project (Bahamas) and Atlanta-based initiatives like the People in the Parks Literacy Project, emphasizing literacy as a tool for social justice.

Danielle Heinrichs Henryمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Multilingual Communication
• Digital Ethnography
• Critical Literacy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Danielle Heinrichs Henry is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education and Professional Studies at Griffith University, Australia. She holds appointments in the Griffith Institute for Educational Research and the Griffith Centre for Social and Cultural Research. Her research focuses on multilingual communication, critical literacy, and sociolinguistics, with a particular emphasis on crisis communication, decolonial pedagogy, and language education. Dr. Henry currently leads the Doctoral Training Programme within Griffith’s Climate Action Beacon and introduced the Digital Badge in Multilingual Crisis and Disaster Communication. Education: She holds a PhD in Sociolinguistics & Social Media from the University of Queensland, alongside a Master of International Education, Bachelor of Arts (Spanish & German), and a Diploma of Education. Research Interests: Multilingual crisis communication, digital ethnography, critical literacy, disaster management, and sociolinguistic theories. She has led projects funded by NHMRC, Natural Hazards Research Australia, and the German Government, focusing on heatwave communication, generative AI in health crises, and multilingual education. Awards: Recognized as a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2020), recipient of the 2023 Student Experience of Teaching Survey Commendation, and nominee for the UQ Research Culture Awards 2023. Advising & Grants: Supervised doctoral and masters students in language education and critical pedagogy. Key grants include the NHMRC-funded 'Community Driven Communication During Health Crises' and the Natural Hazards Fellowship for heatwave messaging. Labs & Teams: Active in Griffith’s Climate Action Beacon, Griffith Institute for Educational Research, and GriffLinc - Literacy in Context. Collaborates internationally with institutions like the University of Hong Kong and the Children’s Tumour Foundation.

• Educational Technology
• Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL)
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cindy E. Hmelo-Silver is a Professor of Educational Psychology at Indiana University's School of Education, Bloomington, IN, USA. She previously held a position at Rutgers University's Graduate School of Education. Her research focuses on collaborative learning, technology-enhanced education, and artificial intelligence in educational settings. She leads projects like the AI Institute for Engaged Learning, emphasizing AI-infused learning environments for K-12 students. Her work spans educational technology, science education, and learning analytics, with a strong emphasis on design-based research and teacher professional development. She collaborates extensively with institutions like North Carolina State University and engages in interdisciplinary efforts to bridge cognitive science and pedagogy. Her research interests include collaborative problem-solving, game-based learning, and the role of technology in fostering deep understanding. Notable contributions include frameworks for analyzing group dynamics in learning environments and studies on the use of AI tools in classrooms. She has advised numerous educational technology initiatives and contributed to national initiatives in STEM education and teacher training. Publications highlight her focus on AI applications in education, learning analytics, and the design of collaborative learning environments. Her work often integrates empirical studies with theoretical models to advance educational practices. She is a key figure in the Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL) community, contributing to both research and policy.

Márton Karsaiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Network Science
• Computational Social Science
• Data Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Márton Karsai is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Network and Data Science at Central European University (CEU). He also serves as a Research Professor at the Rényi Institute of Mathematics (Hungary) and Editor-in-Chief of Advances in Complex Systems . His work focuses on computational social science, human dynamics, and data-driven modeling of socioeconomic systems. Karsai holds advanced degrees including a DSc from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and an HDR (Habilitation) in Computer Science from École Normale Supérieure de Lyon. His research integrates temporal networks, human mobility, and social contagion phenomena, often using large-scale datasets from digital platforms and wearable sensors. Notable projects include studies on evacuation behavior during disasters, vaccination hesitancy, and urban socioeconomic stratification. Karsai leads interdisciplinary initiatives like the DyLNet project, which examines social interactions and language development in preschool environments through sensor technology. Recent publications highlight innovations in network clustering algorithms (PASCO), epidemic modeling with generalized contact matrices, and the application of machine learning to infer socioeconomic status from satellite imagery. His work bridges computational methods with real-world challenges in public health, urban planning, and humanitarian development.

• German Didactics
• Literary Studies
• Cultural Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hajnalka Nagy is Head of the Department of Subject Didactics at Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt. Her research focuses on German didactics, migration literature, cultural memory, and postcolonial pedagogy, emphasizing intercultural and transcultural educational approaches. She leads the Subject Didactics team within the Institute of German Studies, collaborating with scholars like Barbara Neymeyr and Petra Wrann. Her academic work bridges literary analysis with educational practice, addressing topics such as postmigrant identity, anti-racist pedagogy, and global learning strategies. She actively contributes to the Austrian Forum for German Didactics (ÖFDD) and publishes in interdisciplinary journals. Recent projects explore memory work in classrooms, multilingual literature, and critical unlearning frameworks. Nagy's teaching portfolio includes courses on German didactics, cultural studies, and literary education. She co-edits the ide – information on German didactics platform and organizes conferences on postmigrant spaces and transcultural narratives. Current research priorities include global learning strategies, critical race theory in education, and the intersection of migration studies with literary didactics.

• Literacy Studies
• Education
• Applied Linguistics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Professor Uta Papen is a faculty member at the Lancaster University within the School of Social Sciences , where she serves as Professor of Literacy Studies and Co-Director of the Literacy Research Centre . Her interdisciplinary research bridges social anthropology , education , and applied linguistics , focusing on literacy as a social and cultural practice. Research Focus: Literacy policy analysis, health literacy, critical literacy, and ethnographic studies in Global South contexts. Current Projects: Co-leads the Morecambe Bay Curriculum Storytelling and Writing Pilot Project (2025–2026) and works on a critical history of adult literacy policy (Routledge, 2026). Teaching: Convenes undergraduate modules like LING 235 and co-edits Routledge series on literacies. Methodology: Specializes in ethnographic and collaborative action research combined with critical discourse analysis and multimodal analysis . Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize literacy policy critique , deaf education innovations , and methodological advancements in literacy studies. Her work explores intersections between linguistic landscapes , healthcare communication , and critical thinking in early education. PhD Supervision: Focus areas include phonics policy implementation , healthcare literacy practices , and urban linguistic landscapes . She currently supervises Xinran Wang .

Noah Bubenhoferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence and Language
• Corpus Linguistics
• Discourse Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Noah Bubenhofer is a Professor of German Linguistics at the University of Zurich's Department of German Studies since 2019. Previously, he held positions at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (2018–2019) and led the 'Visual Linguistics' project at the University of Zurich's Institute of Computational Linguistics. His research focuses on AI in language, corpus linguistics, and visual linguistics, with particular attention to discourse analysis and digital humanities methodologies. He earned his academic credentials through roles at TU Dresden, the Institute for German Language (IDS), and the Heidelberg Center for American Studies. His teaching includes modules on corpus linguistics, language and AI, and German linguistics. Bubenhofer directs the Digital Society Initiative and chairs the Machines-Cultures Lab, exploring the interplay between technology and writing practices. His publications address topics like LLM applications, data-driven text analysis, and the future of academic writing in the AI era. Key projects include the LiRI Corpus Platform and Swissdox database, advancing FAIR-compliant infrastructure for linguistic research. He actively engages in public discourse via blogs and podcasts, discussing AI ethics, machine translation, and the cultural impacts of digital transformation.

• Multilingualism in Early Childhood
• Child Socialization
• Linguistic Anthropology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Olga Anatoli Smith is a Research Fellow at Linköping University's Department of Thematic Studies. Her work focuses on multilingualism in early childhood, linguistic anthropology, and embodied socialization in educational settings. She holds a PhD from Linköping University (2025) and UCLA (2015), with earlier degrees from Hamburg University and St. Petersburg State University. Her research emphasizes the role of language as a communicative resource in bilingual environments, challenging traditional views of multilingualism as a deficit. Education: 2025: PhD, Linköping University 2015: PhD, UCLA 2009: M.A., Hamburg University 2006: B.A., St. Petersburg State University Research Interests: Dr. Smith investigates how young children navigate multilingualism in preschools and families, focusing on video-ethnographic methods and multimodal conversation analysis. Key themes include touch cultures in preschools, emotional socialization, and the co-operative action framework. Publications: Her recent work explores bilingual preschool dynamics, child-centred research methodologies, and embodied learning. Notable contributions include analyses of multilingualism as a resource rather than a challenge, and the role of physical interaction in early childhood education. Awards: 2018 Mellon Fellowship for Excellence in Pedagogy Harry and Yvonne Lenart Graduate Travel Fellowship (2012-2013) Grants & Mobility: Includes Erasmus+ funding for collaborations in Finland, Norway, and Germany. Recent talks include presentations at IPRA (Australia, Belgium) and NERA (Finland). Labs/Networks: Active in the Child Interaction Group Seminar and Conversation and Interaction Seminar, focusing on ethnographic research in education and family contexts.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Natural Language Processing
• Quantum Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dimitris Gkoumas is a Postdoctoral Research Assistant at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), specifically within the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science. His role involves advancing interdisciplinary research at the intersection of computer science, artificial intelligence, and healthcare. His research interests focus on AI-driven healthcare solutions, quantum computing-inspired machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and multimodal data fusion. Key areas include developing longitudinal datasets for dementia diagnosis, applying large language models (LLMs) to clinical tasks like suicidality risk detection, and exploring quantum theory for decision-making systems in information retrieval and sentiment analysis. His work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, such as analyzing parliamentary debates (ParlaMint) and investigating xenophobic attitudes via social media. He also contributes to collaborative platforms like the European Language Grid, promoting cross-lingual NLP advancements. While no formal awards are listed, his publications reflect a strong commitment to cutting-edge research. His advising and grants activities remain unspecified in the provided texts. Dimitris has contributed to educational technology through projects like HistoryLand, a game for primary education history learning.

Sid Dobrinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Humanities
• Environmental Humanities
• Ecocriticism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sid Dobrin is a Professor at the University of Florida, holding dual roles in writing studies and leadership as Chair. His research bridges Digital Humanities (DH) and Environmental Humanities (EH), focusing on emerging technologies like AI, AR, and VR, alongside ecological dimensions of writing and oceanic criticism. He directs the Trace Innovation Initiative, a hub for writing technology research, and is affiliated with the Florida Institute for National Security (FINS) within UF’s AI Initiative. Dobrin’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending rhetorical theory with environmental ethics and digital innovation. His major publications include Blue Ecocriticism and the Oceanic Imperative (2021), exploring ocean-centric ecological perspectives, and Fishing, Gone? (2019), addressing oceanic sustainability. Current projects include a book on oceanic protein security and edited volumes on AI and rhetorical ecologies. Recognized as a Digital Thought Leader by Adobe, his contributions span academic leadership, public engagement, and innovative research methodologies. Dobrin’s affiliations and initiatives reflect his commitment to advancing writing studies through technology and environmental discourse. His work bridges theoretical inquiry with practical applications, influencing both academic and public understandings of rhetoric, ecology, and digital media.

Carmen Heineمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Academic Writing
• Translation and Interpreting Studies
• Professional Communication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carmen Heine is an Associate Professor at the School of Communication and Culture , Aarhus University , specializing in English Business Communication . Her work bridges academic writing, translation studies, and digital communication pedagogy. Primary affiliation: School of Communication and Culture, Aarhus University Email: ch@cc.au.dk Research Interests: Heine investigates academic writing development , peer feedback mechanisms , and translation pedagogy . Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches and cognitive modeling, with a focus on technology-enhanced learning environments. Recent Projects: Heine has led initiatives like Peer Feedback applying EDU-IT (AU grant, 2019) and Mastering cross-cultural peer feedback (2023). She explores AI tools for academic writing instruction and contributes to Germanistik (writing studies) literature. Activities: Heine collaborates internationally, including projects with Sabine Dengscherz (Vienna University) and the Institut für Skandinavistik at Kiel University. She develops didactic frameworks for digital and multilingual communication.