جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Norma Coatesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Popular Music Studies
• Musicology
• Gender Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Norma Coates, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Western University with a joint appointment between the Don Wright Faculty of Music and the Faculty of Information and Media Studies . Since joining the faculty in 2005, she has pioneered interdisciplinary research at the intersection of popular music studies , gender studies , and media analysis . Her work challenges historical narratives about women's roles in rock culture and examines television's influence on music before the 1980s. PhD in Media and Cultural Studies from University of Wisconsin-Madison (2002) Co-founder of academic initiatives like the Sound Studies Special Interest Group at Society of Cinema and Media Studies Editorial board member for Journal of Popular Music Studies and Cinema Journal Her research spans gender dynamics in rock discourse , music television , and cultural historiography , with publications widely cited in international journals. Recent projects analyze popular music on American television pre-1980s, while her advocacy includes leadership in organizations like Console-ing Passions . No formal students are listed, but her academic mentorship is evident through editorial roles.

• International Relations Theory
• Security Studies
• Poststructuralism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Lene Hansen is a leading scholar at the Department of Political Science , University of Copenhagen , with expertise in International Relations Theory and Security Studies . Her work integrates poststructuralism , feminism , and constructivism , focusing on the role of visual culture in shaping security narratives. She directed the Images and International Security project (2014–2017), funded by The Danish Council for Independent Research (7.4 million DKK). Education: Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen (1998, 1994, 1992). Research Interests: Hansen explores the intersection of identity , discourse , and visual politics in international security. Her contributions include methodological frameworks for discourse analysis and critiques of securitization theory through feminist lenses. Article Trends: Her recent work emphasizes visual security practices (e.g., HIV/AIDS, refugee crisis), poststructuralist theory , and cultural analysis , often addressing how images and emotions shape international crises and policy. Scientific Awards: Elite Research Prize (2011) Multiple grants from The Danish Council for Independent Research (2013, 2009) Editorial Roles: She has served on editorial boards of International Theory , European Journal of International Relations , and Security Dialogue , and as Editor-in-Chief of European Journal of International Relations (2008–2013).

Basil Germondمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Seapower
• Maritime Security
• Naval Affairs
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Basil Germond is a Professor of International Security at Lancaster University's School of Global Affairs , where he co-directs the interdisciplinary research institute Security Lancaster . He also holds a Visiting Fellowship at the Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre and is affiliated with the Centre for War and Diplomacy and the ESRC Centre for Corpus Approaches to Social Science (CASS) . Education: PhD in International Relations (Graduate Institute of International Studies, Geneva), MA in History and International Politics, BA in International Relations (interdisciplinary 4-year degree). Leadership: Co-Director of Security Lancaster, former Faculty Leadership Team member (2018-2022), and ESRC NWSSDTP Institutional Politics Pathway Lead. His research bridges International Relations , Maritime Security , Geopolitics , and Corpus Linguistics , focusing on the evolving concept of seapower , maritime strategy , and climate-maritime security interactions. He works on UK Defence , Black Sea dynamics , and the representation of the sea in policy and media. Recent publications analyze the Strait of Hormuz crisis, Black Sea ceasefire implications, and climate security intersections. His work appears in Marine Policy , The Geographical Journal , and Science of the Total Environment , reflecting his cross-disciplinary approach. Scientific awards include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS). He has advised House of Commons , House of Lords , and EU Council , with research cited in IPCC Sixth Assessment Report . PhD Supervision: Completed projects on maritime strategy , EU security policy , and climate-maritime interactions . Currently supervises 4 students in maritime security and outer space security .

Christina Gjestvangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Exercise Science
• Public Health
• Sports Medicine
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christina Gjestvang is an Associate Professor at the Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences. She earned her PhD in 2022 from the same institution, researching fitness clubs as public health venues. With 23 peer-reviewed publications and over 50 invited presentations, she received the institution's research communication award in 2020. She maintains 17+ years of practical experience as a fitness instructor and chairs the Norwegian Association of Exercise Physiologists. Her research focuses on: Fitness club industry dynamics and member behaviors Exercise initiation/adherence mechanisms Women's health including pregnancy exercise Body image and mental health in fitness contexts Public health interventions through physical activity Publication analysis reveals consistent themes in exercise psychology, public health implementation, and fitness industry studies. Recent work emphasizes digital health interventions, pregnancy physiology, and disordered eating in fitness environments. Awards: Norwegian School of Sport Sciences Research Communication Award (2020) As chairman of the Norwegian Association of Exercise Physiologists, she promotes professional standards for exercise-based health interventions. Her extensive industry experience informs both research and teaching in exercise prescription methodologies.

Christopher Markiewiczمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Ottoman History
• Islamic History
• Middle East Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Christopher Markiewicz is a leading scholar in Ottoman and Islamic Studies at Ghent University's Department of Languages and Cultures (affiliated with the Department of History). He previously held positions as Associate Professor at University of Birmingham and Junior Research Fellow at Exeter College, University of Oxford. His research centers on the political, social, and intellectual history of the Ottoman Empire (15th-17th centuries), with special emphasis on state formation, diplomatic cultures, and the interplay between Islamic law and governance. Education PhD in Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations, University of Chicago (2015) Magna cum laude dissertation award from Middle East Studies Association (2016) His scholarship explores the transition from medieval Islamic political fragmentation to early modern imperial consolidation , focusing on how Persian émigrés shaped Ottoman sovereignty and diplomatic practices. Current research investigates pious endowments (waqf) through an ERC Starting Grant (2023-2028) , analyzing their role in Ottoman state-building. Scientific contributions include: Winner of Malcolm H. Kerr Dissertation Award (2016) Principal Investigator for Islamic Endowments project Series Editor for The Ottoman Empire and the World (I.B. Tauris) Trustee of EJW Gibb Memorial Trust Member of British Institute at Ankara committees His 2023-2024 teaching includes courses on Middle East politics and global historical developments. Publications reveal evolving research from waqf taxation controversies to diplomatic gift-giving protocols, with consistent focus on cross-cultural exchange and historiographical evolution.

Michael S. Allenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Philosophy of Religion
• South Asian Philosophy
• Environmental Ethics
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Michael S. Allen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Virginia. His work bridges philosophy and religion in South Asia, with broader interests in global philosophy and environmental ethics. He specializes in the intellectual history of Advaita Vedānta, utilizing Sanskrit and early Hindi sources. Allen earned his PhD from Harvard University, MTS from Harvard Divinity School, and BA from the University of South Carolina. His research explores how South Asian perspectives, particularly vernacular texts, shape contemporary understandings of human-environment relationships and ethics. Key themes include: Advaita Vedānta's social history Vernacular and Persian Vedānta Environmental ethics and climate action Hindu-Buddhist debates Global philosophy of religion His publications highlight trends in Advaita Vedānta's global influence, the integration of vernacular traditions into scholarly canons, and cross-cultural dialogues on divine infinitude and idolatry. Recent scholarship (2017–2022) emphasizes inclusivism in Vedantic doxographies, environmental stewardship, and synthesis of devotion and knowledge. Allen was a Mellon Fellow at UVa’s Institute of the Humanities & Global Cultures and co-founded the American Academy of Religion's Hindu Philosophy Unit. He advocates for pedagogy that respects non-Western epistemologies and addresses modern ecological challenges.

Walaa ALQAISIYAمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Decolonial Studies
• Queer Theory
• Palestinian Politics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Walaa ALQAISIYA is a Research Fellow at the Department of Philosophy and Cultural Heritage within Ca' Foscari University of Venice . Her work focuses on the intersections of decolonial politics, queer theory, and Palestinian resistance against settler colonialism. Her research explores: Decolonial queering as a political praxis Anti-imperialist feminism in Middle Eastern contexts Ethnographic studies of Palestinian grassroots movements Artistic expressions of queer identity Recent publications examine: Epistemic sovereignty in Palestinian academic discourse Queer aesthetics and decolonial self-determination Gendered dimensions of Zionist sovereignty Indigenous women's decolonial narratives Her 2023 monograph Decolonial Queering in Palestine (Routledge) provides an in-depth analysis of queer activism and artistic production in Palestine, drawing on fieldwork with alQaws for Sexual and Gender Diversity.

Paul Raysonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing
• Corpus Linguistics
• Semantic Multilingual NLP
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Paul Rayson is a Professor of Natural Language Processing in the School of Computing & Communications at Lancaster University, UK. He serves as Director of the UCREL (University Centre for Computer Corpus Research on Language) interdisciplinary research centre and is affiliated with multiple research institutes including Security Lancaster, the Lancaster Centre for Digital Humanities, and the Data Science Institute. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Lancaster University (2003) BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Mathematics, Lancaster University (1990) Professor Rayson's research focuses on semantic multilingual Natural Language Processing (NLP) in challenging linguistic environments with noisy language data, including historical texts, learner language, speech, email, and other computer-mediated communication. His work spans applications in dementia detection, mental health analysis, online child protection, cyber security, learner dictionaries, and text mining of biomedical literature, historical corpora, and financial narratives. He has developed semantic tagging tools like USAS (UCREL Semantic Analysis System) and Wmatrix for corpus analysis. Major Awards and Honors: FHEA (Fellow of the Higher Education Academy) MBCS (Member of the British Computer Society) Professor Rayson has supervised numerous PhD students in NLP and corpus linguistics, with eight current students and seven completed doctorates. He has led or co-investigated multiple major research projects including the £3.5m ESRC-funded Centre for Corpus Approaches to Social Science (CASS), the National Corpus of Contemporary Welsh, and projects related to mental health forums, financial narrative analysis, and cyber security. His research has been supported by ESRC, EPSRC, and other funding bodies. As Director of UCREL, he oversees research in corpus linguistics and NLP. He is also active in the Cyber Security Research Centre, Digital Health Group, and multiple Data Science Institute initiatives. His lab has developed several widely-used NLP tools including CLAWS for English POS tagging, USAS semantic analysis system, Wmatrix corpus analysis tool, and the Variant Detector (VARD) for historical texts.

Mona Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Translation Studies
• Conflict Studies
• Cultural Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mona Baker is an Affiliate Professor at the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare Education (SHE) , University of Oslo, and a renowned scholar in translation studies. Her work bridges political, cultural, and social dimensions of translation, with a focus on conflict, activism, and corpus-based methodologies. She holds a BA in English and Comparative Literature from the American University in Cairo (1976), an MA in Special Applications of Linguistics from the University of Birmingham (1987), and a Higher Doctorate from UMIST (1999). Baker has also held prestigious roles, including founding the Baker Centre for Translation and Intercultural Studies at Jiao Tong University and Beijing Foreign Studies University. Her research interests span translation and conflict , activist translation , corpus-based studies , and the role of translation in social movements . Key projects include the Genealogies of Knowledge initiative, which examines conceptual evolution through translation, and studies on subtitling during the Egyptian Revolution. Baker's recent publications highlight the intersection of technology and activist translation , including analyses of evidence-based medicine narratives and solidarity in global protest movements. She has received notable scientific awards, such as the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences Award (2015) and the Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz International Award (2011). Her academic leadership includes advisory roles at institutions like the Qatar Foundation and Shanghai International Studies University , as well as participation in critical research groups such as the Antibiotic Resistance and Complexity in Health Education network. Baker continues to influence debates on global health, citizen media, and the ethics of translation through her work and mentorship.

Brady Robardsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social media
• Youth culture
• Gender and sexuality studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Brady Robards is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Associate Dean (Research) in the Faculty of Arts at Monash University. His research focuses on youth, gender, sexuality, and digital cultures, with notable projects examining social media’s impact on employment, alcohol promotion, and LGBTQ+ digital experiences. He co-convenes the Monash Digital Cultures Research Group . Current projects include Social Media & Employment (ARC DECRA) and Scrolling Beyond Binaries (LGBTIQ+ youth studies) Recent awards: 2024 University of Bristol Visiting Fellowship, 2022 Dean’s Award for Research Enterprise Key collaborations: ARC, FARE, VicHealth, Australian Public Service His methodological innovations include the social media scroll back technique for analyzing longitudinal digital traces. Research supervision areas cover youth digital cultures, gender backlash movements, and dating technologies. He is a member of the Association of Internet Researchers (AoIR) and The Australian Sociological Association (TASA) .

Heather Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• First World War History
• War Cultures
• Prisoner of War Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Heather Jones is a Professor in Modern and Contemporary European History at University College London (UCL) since 2018, following her role as Associate Professor in International History at the London School of Economics (LSE). She specializes in war cultures and First World War studies, with particular expertise in prisoner of war dynamics, the British monarchy's wartime role, and global blockade impacts. Her research also spans Ireland’s revolutionary period (1912–1923), Weimar Germany, and colonial histories. Education: Heather earned her BA and PhD in History from Trinity College Dublin (2006 PhD recipient, award-winning thesis). She completed an MPhil at St John’s College, University of Cambridge as a Chevening Scholar and AHRB-funded scholar. She held a Max Weber Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the European University Institute, Florence (2007–2008). Research Interests: First World War cultural and social dimensions Prisoner of war studies across Britain, France, and Germany Monarchical influence on wartime policy Impact of blockades on global populations Irish revolutionary history Weimar Germany’s political and social landscape Publications & Media: Her major works include monographs and edited volumes analyzing First World War dynamics. She has contributed to BBC Radio 3, 4, and World Service programs, including a two-part history of the Easter Rising for its centenary. Her work has been featured in 'Pick of the Week' and 'Start the Week' segments. Advising & Grants: Heather has supervised/co-supervised seven completed PhD theses and currently advises four students. Her research explores colonial internment policies, Jewish prisoners in WWII, and Celtic nationalism’s historical roots. She collaborates with global networks like the 14-18 Online Encyclopedia (1,000+ peer-reviewed articles) and the Historial de la Grande Guerre’s Executive Board. Labs & Teams: She leads the 14-18 Online Encyclopedia as a General Editor and co-convenes the IHR War, Society and Culture seminar. She also serves on editorial boards for Palgrave Studies in Modern Monarchy and Cambridge University Press’ Studies in Social and Cultural History of Warfare series.

Toril Moiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Feminist Theory
• Literary Theory
• Philosophy of Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Toril Moi is the James B. Duke Distinguished Professor of Literature at Duke University, holding additional professorships in English, Romance Studies, Philosophy, and Gender, Sexuality & Feminist Studies. She directs the Center for Philosophy, Arts, and Literature (PAL). Her work bridges feminist theory, literary criticism, and philosophy, with a focus on modernism, existentialism, and ordinary language philosophy. Educated at the University of Bergen (Dr. Art., 1985), her research spans Simone de Beauvoir, Ibsen, and Cavellian thought. She has held fellowships at the Radcliffe Institute, Guggenheim Foundation, and Rockefeller Foundation. Recognized with honorary doctorates from four universities, her teaching emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, including courses on Wittgenstein, existentialism, and feminist classics. Moi advises graduate students across disciplines and has supervised over 20 PhD dissertations, many winning top academic prizes. Her research explores intersections between literature and philosophy, particularly through feminist frameworks. Notable books include Sexual/Textual Politics (1985) and Henrik Ibsen and the Birth of Modernism (2006). Recent work addresses Beauvoir’s literary theory and crises in humanities education. Moi’s global lectures span 29 countries, and she advises institutions like Norway’s National Library. Awards highlight her contributions to feminist scholarship and mentorship.

Christopher Ernest Oumaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• African Literature
• Postcolonial Studies
• Diaspora Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Ernest Ouma is an Associate Professor of English at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in African literature, postcolonial studies, and diaspora studies with a focus on literary analysis of Cold War dynamics and Pan-Africanism. Ouma holds a Ph.D. (2011) and M.A. (2007) from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa. Research Interests : His work examines intersections of diasporic identity, transnational literary networks, and historical memory in African fiction. Key themes include postcolonial spatiality, anti-apartheid intellectual movements, and the role of small literary magazines in shaping cultural discourse. Publications Trends : Recent work explores contemporary Nigerian author Yewande Omotoso's diasporic narratives and reinterprets Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's portrayals of Biafran history. Earlier scholarship analyzed Cold War-era African literary networks and the evolution of African novel form. Professional Network : Maintains academic ties with North Carolina State University and University of Cape Town through institutional collaborations. Teaches courses on literature, African studies, and critical reading methodologies. Grants & Labs : No specific grants or research labs mentioned in provided materials. Active in editorial roles for journals like Social Dynamics and Black Scholar .

Patricia Sieberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chinese Literature
• Print Culture
• Transcultural Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patricia Sieber is a Professor of Chinese Literature in the Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures at The Ohio State University. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Chinese literature from the University of California, Berkeley. Her research focuses on print culture, performance culture, and transcultural studies, with emphasis on traditional Chinese drama's global afterlives. She directs the Translation and Interpreting Program and leads the Chinese Theater Collaborative project funded by OSU's Arts and Humanities Grant. Notable works include Theaters of Desire (2003) and editorial work on How To Read Chinese Drama (2022). Awards include the 2023 Ratner Teaching Award. She has held fellowships at the Library of Congress, Princeton Library, and Taipei's National Central Library. Active in scholarly societies, she serves on editorial boards for journals like Journal of Chinese Literature and Culture . Her teaching spans traditional Chinese literature, translation theory, and interdisciplinary courses. She pioneered experiential learning initiatives including a drama translation residency with Amy Ng. Her research has been supported by NEH, ACLS, Chiang Ching-Kuo Foundation, and DAAD grants. Public outreach includes collaborations with the Royal Shakespeare Company and media appearances (BBC, New York Times).

Matthew Gandyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Studies
• Environmental Geography
• Cultural Geography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew Gandy is a Professor of Cultural and Historical Geography at the University of Cambridge and a Fellow of King’s College. He holds affiliations with the Infrastructural Geographies and Vital Geographies research groups. His work spans urban metabolism, epidemiology, critical landscape studies, and cinematic methodologies. Gandy earned a BA (First Class) from St. Catharine’s College, Cambridge, and a PhD in Geography from the London School of Economics. His research explores intersections of nature, culture, and infrastructure in cities like Mumbai, Berlin, and Lagos. Notable contributions include The Fabric of Space (2014) and Natura Urbana (2022), award-winning works analyzing urban water systems, biodiversity, and ecological constellations. He has held visiting roles at institutions including Columbia University and UCLA, and founded the UCL Urban Laboratory (2005–2011). Key honors include the AAG Meridian Award (2014), British Academy Fellowship (2016), and John Brinckerhoff Jackson Prize (2023). Gandy’s films, such as Liquid City (2007) and Natura Urbana (2017), blend documentary techniques with academic research. He is actively involved in urban biodiversity initiatives, including Hackney Biodiversity Partnership. Teaching focuses on global urbanism, cultural landscapes, and the Anthropocene. Editorial roles include co-editing The International Journal of Urban and Regional Research (2012–2018). His work addresses urban political ecologies, multispecies urbanism, and the socio-cultural dimensions of urban environments.