جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Conversation Analysis
• Cross-cultural Multimodal Interactions
• Japanese Language and Social Interaction
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Shimako Iwasaki is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at Monash University's Faculty of Arts. Her research focuses on conversation analysis and cross-cultural multimodal interactions, particularly in Japanese language studies and deafblind communication. She has led or contributed to multiple research projects, including the 31st Japanese/Korean Linguistics Conference (2024–2025) and initiatives addressing intercultural dialogue and professional competencies in tactile signing (2021–2024). Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing global challenges through intercultural exchange programs and disability-inclusive communication studies. Research Projects: Japanese/Korean Linguistics Conference (PCI), Online Intercultural Exchange Programs (CI), Deafblind Communication (CI) Key Collaborations: Global partnerships in Japan, Australia, and beyond Her research interests include sociolinguistic variation in Japanese women's discourse, multimodal interaction analysis, and the adaptation of sign languages for deafblind communities. Recent studies explore pandemic impacts on intercultural exchanges and methodological challenges in tactile signed interaction analysis. Her projects and publications reflect a commitment to advancing theoretical and applied linguistics, with a focus on marginalized communication systems and cross-cultural dialogue.

Michele Kaschubمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Education
• Composition Pedagogy
• Choral Music Education
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Michele Kaschub is a Professor of Music and Director of Music Teacher Education at the Osher School of Music, part of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the University of Southern Maine. Her work focuses on composition pedagogy, choral music education, and curriculum design. She holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University, an MM from the University of Maine, and a BS from the University of Southern Maine. Her research explores children’s composition, teacher professional development, and creative music pedagogy. Recent publications include The Oxford Handbook of Music Composition Pedagogy (2024) and co-authored textbooks addressing K-12 music composition education. Her work emphasizes innovative teaching strategies and interdisciplinary approaches. Dr. Kaschub has held leadership roles including Maine Music Educators Association President, Director of USM’s Center for Collaboration & Development, and Academic Editor of the Music Educators Journal. She has presented widely in North America and Europe, leading workshops on music pedagogy and choral conducting. Her professional networks span educational organizations like the American Choral Directors Association and National Association for Music Education, reflecting her commitment to advancing music education standards nationally and internationally.

• Psychology
• Neuroscience
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Michela Candini is an Adjunct Professor and Research Fellow at the Department of Psychology 'Renzo Canestrari', University of Bologna. Her research focuses on cognitive and social neuroscience, with a particular emphasis on time perception, interpersonal space, autism spectrum disorders, and neural mechanisms underlying mental time travel. She holds affiliations in both academic and research capacities within the university's psychology division. Her work explores how social identity, cultural factors, and neurological conditions like autism influence spatial and temporal cognition. Recent studies include investigations into the role of the ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC) in mental time travel, interpersonal distance preferences in deaf signers, and the psychological impacts of lockdowns during the pandemic. She also examines physiological and neural correlates of social behavior, such as self-recognition and spatial perception in clinical populations. Candini’s research integrates methodologies from neuroscience, psychology, and clinical studies, often employing fMRI, behavioral experiments, and neuropsychological assessments. Her contributions address both fundamental and applied questions, such as how brain lesions affect time perception or how social distancing behaviors relate to perceived risks during health crises. She actively publishes in high-impact journals, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to understanding human cognition and behavior.

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Psychology
• Social Cognition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richard Ramsey is a Lecturer at the Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zürich. His research focuses on social cognition, cognitive control mechanisms, and the intersection of artificial intelligence with human behavior. He teaches courses like 'The Social Brain: Critical Perspectives on Science, Society and Neurodiversity.' Key research areas include neurophysiological correlates of imitation, AI ethics, loneliness in neurorehabilitation contexts, and methodological advancements in psychological data analysis. His work often employs computational models and neuroimaging techniques to explore decision-making processes and social perception. Developed Bayesian methods for analyzing time-to-event data in psychological studies Investigated anthropomorphic perceptions of humanoid robots Explored how art education impacts aesthetic and cognitive functions No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. His academic contributions span experimental psychology, neuroscience, and interdisciplinary applications of cognitive science.

James Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Tourism
• Mobilities
• Event Experiences
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James Johnson serves as Associate Head of School for Tourism and Accounting & Finance at the University of Sunderland's School of Business, Management, and Tourism. With 20 years of teaching and research experience, he leads academic teams across Tourism, Aviation, Events, Hospitality, Esports, Finance and Accounting, focusing on strategic growth, high-quality teaching, and impactful research. He also leads Transnational Education initiatives and serves as Global Partnership Leader for international collaborations in Singapore and Tashkent. Dr. Johnson completed his PhD in 2013 with the thesis 'Backpacker Mobilities: Train Travel in Central and Eastern Europe,' which pioneered mobile ethnographic methods grounded in the new mobilities paradigm. His academic journey reflects deep engagement with how movement shapes social experiences and tourist behaviors. His research centers on the intersection of tourism, place, planning, and development, with particular attention to event experiences, embodiment, and transportation mobilities. Methodologically innovative, his work often employs ethnographic approaches that emphasize mobility rather than stationary observation, challenging traditional research paradigms in tourism studies. His studies of VW Campervan tourists' sonic experiences demonstrate attention to multisensory aspects of travel that extend beyond visual tourism studies. His publication trajectory shows evolution from traditional tourism contexts toward digital environments, with recent work (2024-2025) exploring sense of place in video games. This represents an innovative extension of tourism studies into virtual realms while maintaining focus on spatial experience and embodiment. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Dr. Johnson has successfully supervised seven PhD students to completion and currently oversees five more doctoral candidates. His leadership extends to strategic academic direction, curriculum development, and quality assurance for tourism and events programs. Through international partnerships, he connects academic work with global industry practices, preparing students for international careers in tourism and hospitality sectors. His work with urban planning documents demonstrates engagement with real-world applications of tourism research, while his focus on embodied experiences contributes theoretical depth to understanding how tourists engage with places through multiple senses and forms of movement.

Francesca Brown-Cornwallمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Educational Technology
• Early Childhood Development
• Educational Psychology
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Francesca Brown-Cornwall is a Lecturer at Staffordshire University within the Health, Education, Policing and Sciences faculty. She has held both part-time and full-time roles since joining in 2013, specializing in innovative teaching methods that blend technology and tactile learning. She is a Microsoft Certified Educator and holds MIE Expert status, emphasizing digital pedagogy in her work. Prior to academia, she spent over a decade in early years education, achieving Outstanding Ofsted ratings and leading teams in early childhood services. Education: PhD Candidate in Education (Expected 2024) PGcHPE (2017) MA in Education (2014) BA(Hons) Early Childhood Studies (2011) Foundation Degree in Early Years Education (2009) Her research bridges psychology and education, focusing on higher-order thinking in toddlers, tech-tactile pedagogy, and computational thinking in early years. She leads the Staffordshire Centre of Learning and Pedagogic Practice’s ‘Tech and Tactile Approach’ project and has secured two grants for pedagogic innovation. Francesca is a Senior Fellow of the HEA and DigiLearn Certified Member, with expertise in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in education. Awards and Recognition: Teaching Excellence Fellow Senior Fellow of the HEA Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIE Expert) Featured in IPiHE Journal and multiple national conferences Francesca teaches across undergraduate programs, including BA Education Studies, Early Childhood Studies, and PGCE courses. She develops CPD programs for early years practitioners and has been recognized for her work in making learning memorable through blended approaches. She is actively involved in the Staffordshire University Multi-Academy Trust and collaborates with local nurseries and schools.

Christopher Headleandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Virtual Reality
• Games Technology
• Data Visualization
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Professor Christopher Headleand heads the Games Design and Technology Department at Staffordshire University. A National Teaching Fellow (2021) and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he specializes in virtual reality, games development, and digital innovation. With 20+ years in education, his career includes founding VR game studios and developing social media-based curricula. Research explores VR simulations, ethical AI, data visualization, and the metaverse. Recent publications analyze motion simulation, gendered representation in games, and accessibility in virtual environments. Awards: National Teaching Fellowship (2021) He leads commercial projects with organizations like the American Museum of Natural History and supervises PhD candidates in applied games research.

Laura Carnevaliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Developmental Psychology
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Laura Carnevali is a Researcher at the Department of Psychology, University of Cambridge. Her work focuses on developmental psychology, autism spectrum disorders, and the interplay between sensory experiences (e.g., touch) and social-cognitive development. She investigates topics such as agency, reward systems, motor synchrony, and face processing across neurotypical and atypical developmental trajectories. Her research often employs behavioral paradigms and neuroimaging techniques to explore how early experiences shape social and emotional competencies. Recent projects include studying touch-mediated attention in infants, motor coordination in autism, and the impact of the pandemic on developmental milestones. Laura contributes to interdisciplinary collaborations, including work with the Cambridge Babylab and multimedia interventions for neurodiverse populations. Publications highlight her expertise in systematic reviews (e.g., on motor synchrony in autism) and innovative methodologies for assessing developmental disorders. She advocates for evidence-based practices in early childhood education and therapeutic interventions.

Kanad Mandkeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Speech Processing
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Dr. Kanad Mandke is a Researcher in the Department of Psychology at the University of Cambridge. His work focuses on developmental neuroscience, particularly investigating the neural mechanisms underlying speech processing and language acquisition in children with and without developmental disorders like dyslexia. His research employs advanced neuroimaging techniques including EEG, MEG, and computational modeling to explore how auditory and multisensory information is encoded in the brain. Key research areas include: Rhythmic auditory processing and its role in literacy development Neural correlates of speech perception deficits in dyslexia Development of binaural hearing capabilities Machine learning applications in decoding neural speech representations His publications demonstrate a strong focus on understanding atypical brain responses to speech stimuli in pediatric populations. Recent studies have explored beta-band EEG oscillations, low-frequency cortical encoding, and temporal fine structure sensitivity in dyslexia. Collaborative work includes multilayer network analysis of brain connectivity in musicians and infants' early language acquisition processes. Dr. Mandke's research also addresses translational aspects such as identifying neurophysiological markers for developmental disorders and advancing our understanding of cognitive reserve mechanisms through informational complexity analysis.

• Religion and Society
• Sensory Studies
• Decolonial Pedagogies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Noorman Abdullah is a Senior Lecturer at the National University of Singapore (NUS), holding joint appointments in the Departments of Sociology and Anthropology, and Malay Studies. He serves as Assistant Dean for External Relations and Student Life in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) and Pillar Chief for Singapore Studies at NUS. His research focuses on religion and society, sensory studies, decolonial pedagogies, and deviance and social control. He earned his Ph.D. (summa cum laude) from Bielefeld University, Germany, with prior degrees from NUS. Education: Ph.D. (summa cum laude), Bielefeld University, Germany M.A., Sociology, NUS B.A., Sociology, NUS Research Interests include sensory processes, decolonial pedagogies, and Asian societal studies. He actively contributes to organizations like the International Sociological Association (ISA), serving as Vice-President and Secretary-Treasurer of TG07 Senses and Society (2011–2023). His teaching spans topics like Singapore society, ethnicity, and Malay culture.

• Music Perception & Cognition
• Memory
• Imagination
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Steffen A. Herff is a cognitive neuroscientist and Sydney Horizon Fellow at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney (since 2024). He concurrently holds an ARC DECRA Fellowship and leads the Sydney Music, Mind, and Body Lab. His research focuses on the intersection of music perception, imagination, biofeedback, and neuroscience, with applications to well-being and musician health. Previously, he held roles including Principal Investigator at the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and Research Scientist at A*STAR, Singapore. Education: PhD in Psychology from MARCS Institute, Western Sydney University (2017). BA in Psychology from Heinrich-Heine University, Germany. Research interests include music-induced imagination, auditory memory, statistical learning, and biofeedback systems to prevent musicians' musculoskeletal disorders. His work combines empirical studies with computational models, leveraging tools like EEG and ECoG. Key projects explore music's role in loneliness alleviation among older adults, modulation of memory encoding via brain stimulation, and development of biofeedback tools for musicians. He has secured grants such as the Sydney Horizon Fellowship (2024) and ARC DECRA (2021). Advising and grants: Supervised over 30 students across PhD, master's, and bachelor's levels. Current projects include 'Sustainable Health Practise – Music for Health & Health for Musicians' and 'Music-induced mind wandering.' Labs: Leads the Sydney Music, Mind, and Body Lab, collaborating with institutions like EPFL and A*STAR. Active in international networks such as the Society for Education, Music, and Psychology Research.

Thies Pfeifferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Machine Interaction
• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Thies Pfeiffer holds a professorship in Computer Science with a specialization in Human-Machine Interaction at the University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer. His work focuses on Mixed Reality technologies (AR/VR) applied to healthcare training, industrial assistance systems, and educational innovation. He leads the research group exploring immersive learning environments and has developed tools like TrainAR for procedural training. Key areas include: Eyetracking for interaction design XR accessibility standards Multi-user VR simulations for nursing training Virtual patient avatars in psychiatry education Research initiatives include the DiViFaG project for digital health training frameworks and the Mixality platform showcasing current projects. He serves on the COGAIN Association board, advancing assistive technology research. His work bridges human factors engineering with practical applications across healthcare, education, and industry.

• Philosophy of Mind
• Philosophy of Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Arne M. Weber served as a Research Fellow at the Université Libre de Bruxelles within the Department of Philosophy , specifically in the Philosophy of Mind VI Professorship under Prof. Dr. Gottfried Vosgerau. His research focuses on interdisciplinary areas including Philosophy of Mind , Neuroscience , Cognitive Science , and Epistemology , with a particular emphasis on embodied cognition theories and the grounding of cognitive processes in action. Research Contributions : His work critically examines the theoretical and empirical foundations of embodied cognition, addressing topics like motor representation systems, brain-body-environment couplings, and the extended mind thesis. Key contributions include analyzing the integration of motor control, perception, and cognition within unified frameworks, and evaluating empirical evidence supporting action-based cognitive models. Publications span 2007-2020 , emphasizing topics such as grounded action cognition, neurophilosophical analysis, and interdisciplinary debates in cognitive science. No scientific awards or student advisees explicitly listed in available texts. Academic Context : His affiliation with the Philosophy of Mind program reflects engagement with analytical philosophy traditions, including critiques of substance dualism and analyses of John Searle's biological naturalism. Collaborations with neuroscientists and psychologists underscore his interdisciplinary approach.

Martina Peuserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agile Business Management and Organizational Structures
• Project Management and Agile Methodologies
• Marketing Management and Digital Transformation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Martina Peuser serves as Professor of General Business Administration with specialization in Organization and Project Management at Leibniz University of Applied Sciences in Hannover, where she also heads the Business Administration program. With over a decade of academic leadership since 2014, she has established herself as a prominent figure in business education and applied research. Education Background: Diplom-Ökonomin in Business Administration and Economics, University of Hannover (2002) Doctorate (Dr. rer. pol.) from University of Hannover with dissertation on "Competency-Oriented Brand Cooperations of Energy Suppliers in the B2B Sector" (2007) International Business Administration studies at Maastricht University (1999-2000) Industrial Management apprenticeship at Stadtwerke Hannover AG (1995-1998) Her research focuses on three interconnected domains: Agile Business Management and Organizational Structures , examining how companies can develop flexible frameworks for digital transformation; Project Management and Agile Methodologies , particularly in complex organizational contexts; and Marketing Management and Digital Transformation , with special attention to energy sector applications. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical business applications, demonstrated through numerous industry collaborations. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward practical applications of agile methodologies across diverse sectors. Her 2022-2024 work shows increasing focus on generational workforce dynamics, digital signage optimization in retail, and decision-making patterns across international contexts. The consistent theme across her publication history is the adaptation of traditional business frameworks to digital and agile environments, with particular emphasis on energy, retail, and manufacturing sectors. Professional Recognition: Professional Scrum Master I certification (2020) Longstanding jury membership for Startup Competition at hannoverimpuls GmbH (2017-present) Former member of the Presidential Council of the German Project Management Association (GPM) (2017-2019) Professor Peuser actively bridges academia and industry through her extensive program management activities and student support initiatives. Her research projects frequently involve direct collaboration with major German corporations including E.ON, Continental AG, and Deutsche Messe AG. She has developed specialized curricula in agile project management and digital marketing that directly respond to industry needs, particularly in the energy and retail sectors. Her leadership extends to program development for both dual-study and full-time business administration tracks. While not explicitly mentioning dedicated laboratories, her work demonstrates strong connections to industry innovation ecosystems through her extensive project management activities and corporate collaborations. Her research approach emphasizes practical application within real business contexts rather than isolated laboratory settings.

Sudha Swaminathanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Childhood Mathematics
• Educational Technology
• Teacher Education
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Dr. Sudha Swaminathan is a Professor of Early Childhood Education and Director of the Center for Early Childhood Education at Eastern Connecticut State University. She specializes in early childhood mathematics, educational technology, and teacher education, with a focus on play-based learning and technology integration. Her research explores how coding, robotics, and play-based interactions impact children’s cognitive and mathematical development, particularly among bilingual learners. Dr. Swaminathan holds a PhD and Master’s in Early Childhood Education from SUNY Buffalo. Her teaching emphasizes inquiry-based learning, where students engage with materials and apply knowledge through projects. She is passionate about action research, guiding in-service teachers in designing classroom research projects across disciplines. Her research spans six studies on math talk during play, published in journals like Early Child Development and Care , and has been featured at the American Educational Research Association conferences. She advocates for innovative teaching methods to enhance children’s mathematical reasoning through play and technology. Dr. Swaminathan’s advising philosophy prioritizes student growth, exemplified by her mentorship at conferences where students showcase their research. She believes Eastern’s programs prepare students for diverse careers in education, including roles beyond traditional classroom teaching. She directs the Center for Early Childhood Education, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in early childhood development. Her work emphasizes the importance of staying connected with alumni and faculty to advance educational practices.