جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Wendi Adairمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cross-Cultural Communication
• Organizational Behavior
• Conflict Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wendi Adair is a Professor and Industrial/Organizational Research Area Head, specializing in cross-cultural communication, organizational behavior, and conflict management. Her work emphasizes the impact of cultural context on workplace outcomes, including trust, negotiation, and team performance. She holds a BS from Georgetown University and MS/PhD degrees from Northwestern University. Her research includes the Indigenous Workways project, collaborating with Indigenous communities and employers to foster culturally safe workplaces. She co-authored a 2024 Springer publication on culture and workplace communication and serves as a former Associate Editor of Negotiation and Conflict Management Research . Key research themes include low/high context communication, Indigenous workplace inclusion, multicultural team dynamics, and the role of nonverbal cues. She has secured grants from the Ontario Research Fund and Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, focusing on reconciliation in workplaces and intercultural communication practices. Her articles analyze nonverbal communication, virtual negotiations, and cultural impacts on workplace incivility. Grants and projects highlight her commitment to bridging cultural divides through relational practices and employer-Indigenous partnerships.

Jolanda Veldhuisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Communication
• Media Psychology
• Body Image Interventions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jolanda Veldhuis is an Associate Professor in Communication Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in Health and Risk Communication and Media Psychology. She holds affiliations with the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Network Institute, and Communication Choices, Content and Consequences (CCCC) research group. Her research focuses on negotiating media effects, particularly the impact of social media on adolescent well-being, body image, and health communication strategies. She has conducted studies on selfie behavior, peer feedback dynamics, and the role of social media in normalizing cosmetic procedures. Education: Master of Biomedical Sciences (Communication & Education), Master in Teaching Biology, with visiting scholar experiences at Ohio State University, University of Cape Town, and University of Namibia. Research Interests Media effects on youth: self-presentation, peer interactions, and well-being Health communication via social media and serious gaming Body image interventions targeting adolescents Emotional appeals in HIV/AIDS stigmatization Social marketing for environmental sustainability Recent Trends in Publications Her 2023-2025 work emphasizes cross-cultural studies on social media pressures (e.g., Dutch vs. Japanese adolescents), qualitative exploration of cosmetic surgery attitudes, and systemic analysis of photo-sharing impacts. Earlier work (2017-2020) pioneered fMRI studies linking peer feedback to media exposure effects in adolescents. Awards & Grants Recipient of the 2017 grant: Brain Activation upon Ideal-Body Media Exposure and Peer Feedback in Young Females Teaching & Supervision Teaches courses on health communication, media processing, and communication campaigns at both BA/MA levels. Supervised 1 completed PhD thesis. Labs/Teams Participates in interdisciplinary projects through the Network Institute and CCCC group, focusing on digital media's societal impacts.

• Public Finance
• Political Economy
• Labor Market Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Marcel Thum is a leading academic in Public Finance and Political Economy, serving as Head of the ifo Dresden branch and Chair of Public Finance at TU Dresden. His research spans tax policy, climate economics, and institutional governance. He holds a PhD (1995) and Habilitation (2001) from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. Affiliations: TU Dresden (Faculty of Business Management and Economics), ifo Institute (Dresden Branch) Educations: Habilitation, University of Munich (2001) PhD, University of Munich (1995, summa cum laude) Diplom-Volkswirt, University of Munich (1990) Research Interests: Thum focuses on tax policy effectiveness, corruption dynamics, climate finance, and demographic challenges. He critiques green finance mechanisms and explores fiscal responses to energy sanctions. His work bridges theoretical models (e.g., repeated extortion games) with empirical analysis of real-world policies like minimum wage impacts. Recent articles analyze regional inflation disparities in Saxony, green finance limitations, and flood migration behavior. He co-authored influential works on boardroom competence during the subprime crisis and oil dependency's educational effects. Grants & Projects: "Konzeptionelle Weiterentwicklung der Sozialen Marktwirtschaft" (2024, BMWK) "Wirtschaftspolitische Agenda für Bayern" (2024, Bavarian Ministry) "Rentenreform bei angespanntem Bundeshaushalt" (2021, FNF) Awards: 2010 Standard Life Prize (ECGI), 2005 ifo Research Prize Thum advises institutions like the German Federal Ministry of Finance and chairs the Board of the German Institute for Population Research. His teaching spans public economics, transition economies, and policy justification frameworks.

T. Thang Vo-Doanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Biorobotics
• Cyborg Insects
• Bio-inspired Robotics
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Dr T. Thang Vo-Doan is a Lecturer at the University of Queensland in the School of Mechanical & Mining Engineering . He directs the UQ Biorobotics Lab and serves as an affiliate of both the Future Autonomous Systems and Technologies and the Queensland Brain Institute . PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Nanyang Technological University (2016) M.Eng. in Manufacturing Engineering, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (2010) B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (2008) His research focuses on biohybrid robotics , integrating biological systems with technology through cyborg insects , bio-inspired robotics , and fast lock-on tracking systems. He explores insect biomechanics and brain imaging in untethered insects , developing platforms for search-and-rescue missions and environmental monitoring. Recent work trends include: 2025: On-demand climbing control for cyborg beetles 2024: High-resolution insect tracking and soft textile muscles 2023: Intelligent insect–computer hybrid robots 2022: Autonomous navigation and robotic leg design 2018: Ultralightweight living robots Scientific honors: Human Frontier Science Program Cross-disciplinary Fellowship (2019-2022) He supervises projects on: Insect-machine hybrid robots Insect-inspired robotics Fast lock-on tracking Insect locomotion biomechanics Current grants include: NHMRC IDEAS Grant (2025-2028): Infrared and AI for Ross River virus surveillance Queensland Corrective Services Grant (2024-2027): Wastewater drug misuse analysis

Michael Templetonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Infectious Diseases
• Public Health Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Michael Templeton is a leading academic in Public Health Engineering at Imperial College London , affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering . He also holds the Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chair in Global Sanitation Technology , working closely with organizations like Oxfam , Water For People , and the International Worm-Based Sanitation Association . His work addresses critical issues in water supply , sanitation , and public health , particularly in regions affected by schistosomiasis and water scarcity . Professor Templeton earned a Bachelor's degree with honours in Engineering Science and a PhD in Civil-Environmental Engineering , both from the University of Toronto . He is a chartered civil engineer , Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers , and elected Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences . His professional experience includes advisory roles for the World Health Organization , Ethiopian Federal Ministry of Health , and various research councils. Environmental Engineering : Water treatment Infectious Diseases : Schistosomiasis control Global Health : Sanitation in low-income settings Climate Resilience : Cold region sanitation Waste Valorization : Biochar from faecal sludge Diagnostic Innovation : Biosensors for pathogens His most recent research explores stormwater odorants , UV disinfection , and smartphone-based water quality monitoring . He has also advanced tiger worm toilets and citizen science approaches in data-scarce regions. His work spans 15 countries including Ghana , Sierra Leone , India , and Ethiopia . Scientific awards and honors include: Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers Elected Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chair Professor Templeton has no listed students in the provided data but has contributed extensively to sanitation innovation , waterborne disease prevention , and capacity-building in developing nations. He has led field projects and published on vermifiltration systems , biochar production , and disinfection byproducts .

William Kellyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• U.S.-Japan relations
• Chinese history and culture
• Islamic societies
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William Kelly is a retired Lecturer in the Department of Communication at UCLA's College of Social Sciences. His research spans U.S.-Japan relations, Chinese and Islamic cultural history, nonviolence philosophy, terror management theory, and mindfulness applications. With 19 years in Japan, his work critically examines intercultural perceptions and conflict resolution. His publications analyze Japanese media relations frameworks and metatheoretical approaches to cross-cultural communication. Educational background includes dual PhDs in Communication (University of New Mexico) and Philosophy (UC Berkeley), complemented by philosophy degrees from NYU.

• Asia
• Comparative Politics
• Conflict, security, and peacekeeping
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Xiaojun Li is an Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and a non-resident scholar at the 21st Century China Centre at UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University and has held visiting positions at Harvard University, Fudan Development Institute, and ISEAS–Yusof Ishak Institute. His research focuses on international/comparative political economy, emphasizing domestic politics' impact on foreign policy, global supply chains, and trade liberalization in developing nations, with China as a central case study. Education: Ph.D., Political Science, Stanford University, 2013. Research interests include Asia, comparative politics, conflict and peacekeeping, foreign policy, international organizations, and methods like experimental and quantitative research. His recent books address UN peacekeeping dynamics, trade liberalization in China/US, and Chinese scholars' views on international relations. His work has been supported by grants from SSHRC, NSF, and others. Teaching includes courses on international political economy, Asia-Pacific relations, and quantitative methods. He advises Ph.D. students and has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, covering topics like public opinion on China, environmental regulation, and Belt and Road Initiative engagement. Awards/grants: Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada, National Science Foundation, American Political Science Association, and Chiang Ching-Kuo Foundation. Labs/teams: Collaborates with global institutions like UC San Diego, ISEAS, and Fudan University. Active in research networks analyzing China's global role and policy impacts.

Ruth Katharina Ditlmannمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Migration
• Integration
• Intercultural Conflicts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ruth Katharina Ditlmann is a Senior Researcher at the WZB Berlin Social Science Center with extensive experience in migration, integration, and intergroup conflict research. Her work focuses on psychological mechanisms underlying intercultural relations, national identity, and policy interventions. Education: PhD student, Yale University Social Psychology Department (2007-2012) MPhil/MS, Yale University (2007-2009) Diplom Psychologie, Universität Konstanz (2001-2007) DAAD Scholar, Yale University (2004-2005) Her research examines migration integration through experimental and field studies, exploring contact theory, discrimination mechanisms, and identity formation. Recent publications demonstrate methodological diversity including large-scale field experiments, behavioral studies, and policy analysis across multiple countries. Publications reflect strong emphasis on intergroup dynamics, with recurring themes of discrimination reduction, identity negotiation, and policy evaluation. Recent work shows increasing focus on local governance interventions and mixed-method approaches to conflict resolution. She has led multiple research projects including 'Naturalization of Immigrants: Obstacles and Opportunities in German Municipalities' and 'German Public Opinion and the Refugee Crisis', funded by Princeton University and WZB respectively. Teaching includes courses on Experimental Psychology at Touro College Berlin and Psychology for Policy Analysis at Hertie School of Governance, connecting research with practical applications.

John P Papayمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Educational Inequality
• Teacher Policy
• Urban Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

John P Papay is an Associate Professor of Education and Economics at Brown University and serves as the Director of Education Policy at the Annenberg Institute. His research focuses on educational inequality , teacher policy , and school reform , often collaborating with policymakers and practitioners through initiatives like the Educational Opportunity in Massachusetts project and the Research Partnership for Professional Learning (RPPL) . Locally, he partners with the Rhode Island Department of Education to address systemic challenges in urban schools. Education : EdD (2011), Harvard University; EdM (2005), Harvard University; BA (1999), Haverford College. Papay’s research explores teacher retention , instructional effectiveness , educational policy evaluation , and the impact of high-stakes testing on student outcomes. His recent publications analyze teacher hiring practices , career development , and income-based educational disparities . He employs advanced econometric methods, including regression-discontinuity designs , to assess policy impacts. Notable awards include the AERA Palmer O. Johnson Award (2015) , Spencer Foundation Dissertation Fellowship (2010-11) , and multiple Harvard fellowships. Papay teaches courses in education foundations , quantitative research methods , and policy analysis , and has led funded research projects examining teacher effectiveness and school turnaround strategies.

Frances Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Politics
• Congressional Politics
• Political Parties
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Frances Lee is a Professor of Politics and Public Affairs at Princeton University, jointly appointed in the Department of Politics and the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs. Her research focuses on American politics, congressional dynamics, and political polarization. She holds a B.A. from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University. Lee’s work examines legislative behavior, party politics, and the impact of polarization on governance. Notable books include Insecure Majorities: Congress and the Perpetual Campaign (2016) and Beyond Ideology: Politics, Principles, and Partisanship in the U.S. Senate (2009). She co-authored Sizing Up The Senate (1999) and the textbook Congress and Its Members . Her research has been published in top journals like the American Political Science Review and Journal of Politics . Lee serves as editor of the Cambridge Elements Series in American Politics and has held editorial roles at Legislative Studies Quarterly . Honors include being a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Distinguished Scholar-Teacher award from the University of Maryland. Recent articles analyze partisan lawmaking, congressional capacity, and the challenges of governance in polarized environments. Her work frequently addresses the interplay between electoral pressures and legislative decision-making. Education: Ph.D., Vanderbilt University; B.A., University of Southern Mississippi Grants/Awards: Over 15 major awards, including the D.B. Hardeman Prize (2009 and 1999) and Richard F. Fenno, Jr. Award. Media Engagement: Featured in PBS, CNN, and other outlets for her analysis of pandemic governance and political polarization. Teaching: Courses include Congressional Politics and seminars on legislative processes.

Nicole Freinerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Comparative Politics
• Environmental Politics and Policy
• Asian Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nicole L. Freiner is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Bryant University, specializing in Comparative Politics and Environmental Politics. She has published extensively on rice policy in Japan, gender politics, and environmental activism. PhD: Colorado State University MA: Colorado State University BA: Alfred University Her research focuses on the intersection of agricultural policy and cultural preservation, emphasizing food sovereignty and gender dynamics in Japan. Recent work explores the impacts of trade agreements like the TPP, post-Fukushima environmental movements, and the role of women in shaping policy discourse. Freiner's publications span topics such as rice farming traditions, nuclear disaster response, and Confucian nationalism. Key themes include institutional change, local governance, and cultural identity in policy frameworks. Best Faculty-Student Collaboration, 2022 School of Health and Behavioral Sciences Fellow, 2022 Merit Pay Awards (2019, 2017, 2014) NEH Summer Scholar Award, 2015 Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, Freiner contributes to environmental discourse through her research on agricultural cooperatives, food security, and social movements. She mentors students and participates in professional organizations including the American Political Science Association and the Japan Studies Association.

Francesca Parenteمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• International Law
• Human Rights
• International Organizations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Francesca Parente is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Christopher Newport University (CNU) and Director of the Reiff Center for Human Rights and Conflict Resolution . She holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from UCLA (2019) and a B.A. in Political Philosophy, Policy, and Law from the University of Virginia (2013 as an Echols Scholar). Her research focuses on human rights institutions, compliance with international law, and post-violence transitions , particularly in Latin America. She previously held postdoctoral fellowships at Princeton University’s Niehaus Center and the Perry World House at the University of Pennsylvania. Research Interests: Compliance with human rights courts, institutional design of international organizations, impact of international law on state behavior, observational data analysis, and post-dictatorship accountability. Her dissertation on the Inter-American Court of Human Rights won the APSA Human Rights Section Best Dissertation Award (2020) . Publications & Honors: Her work appears in journals like Review of International Organizations , Journal of Politics , and International Studies Quarterly . Recent accolades include the 2025 ASIL Honorable Mention for Best Article on International Law and the ISA Human Rights Section Best Paper Award (2025) . Teaching & Engagement: Teaches courses on international relations, human rights, and international law/organizations. Directs the Reiff Center, which focuses on human rights education and conflict resolution. Methodological expertise includes causal inference and duration modeling.

• Intercultural Communication
• Acculturation Theories
• Immigrants' Well-being
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Seokhoon Ahn is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Central Washington University. He holds a PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2017) and previously taught at Saint Cloud University and Texas State University. His research focuses on intercultural communication dynamics, particularly acculturation processes and immigrants' well-being, with comparative studies between Eastern and Western health communication contexts. Dr. Ahn has published 13 peer-reviewed articles and two book chapters, actively theorizing acculturation frameworks and applying them to diverse populations. He integrates research into teaching, emphasizing cross-cultural communication skills development. His current projects explore situational acculturation variability and bridging gaps between acculturation theory and applied research. Research interests include acculturation strategies, cross-cultural health communication, digital media's role in migration, and educational equity in higher education settings. His work employs mixed methods, including qualitative studies of immigrant experiences and quantitative surveys on student adaptation. Key areas of recent scholarship include analyzing face negotiation theory across cultures, applying the Acculturation Intentions Model to international students, and evaluating digital textbook policies internationally. He also investigates health communication related to pregnancy complications and FDA stakeholder engagement mechanisms.

Magali JARAمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Retail Brand Equity
• Digital Retail Strategies
• Consumer Behavior
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Magali JARA is an Associate Professor of Marketing at EM Normandie since 2024, previously serving at Université de Nantes from 2011-2024. She holds a PhD in Management Science from Université de Rennes 1 (2008) and HDR accreditation from Nantes Université (2020). Her research focuses on retail brand equity, click-and-collect systems, and organic/local product marketing. Teaching areas include E-commerce, International Negotiation, Digital Marketing, and Strategic Marketing. Key publications appear in International Journal of Production Economics , Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services , and Journal of Services Marketing . Her work examines consumer perceptions of retail formats, convenience-driven retail innovations, and sustainable consumption patterns. Recent research explores value creation through local product assortments and digital convenience in omni-channel settings. She has presented at major conferences including the Etienne Thil Congress and Global Conference on Services and Retail Management.

Dan Hanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Policy
• Health Economics
• Maternal and Child Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Han Dan is an Assistant Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. She holds a PhD in Policy Analysis from the Pardee RAND Graduate School and an MPA from NYU Wagner. Her research focuses on health policy, particularly provider decision-making, prescription drug pricing, and maternal/child health in low-resource settings. She has conducted fieldwork in Kenya, Cambodia, and Ethiopia, with publications in journals like Journal of Health Economics and BMJ Global Health . Prior to academia, Dan worked as a World Bank consultant and held postdoctoral positions at Harvard University. Education: PhD (Policy Analysis), Pardee RAND; MPA, NYU Wagner Visiting Research: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Her research explores how healthcare providers respond to policy interventions and the role of governments in drug pricing negotiations. Recent work includes studies on postpartum care quality in Kenya, drug pricing impacts on hospitals, and provider knowledge gaps in maternal health protocols.