جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Presidency
• Political Communication
• Social Media
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Dr. Harold "Trey" Orndorff serves as Professor of Political Science within the Department of Political Science at Oklahoma Christian University, operating under the broader academic category of History, Political Science & Criminal Justice. An award-winning scholar, he maintains active roles in research, teaching, and public discourse initiatives. His research centers on presidential communication dynamics, with specialized expertise in social media's transformative impact on political engagement. Key investigations include President Trump's Twitter usage patterns and algorithmic effects on voter behavior. Concurrently, Dr. Orndorff pioneers pedagogical innovations through studies on collaborative note-taking systems and high-impact learning frameworks designed to enhance political science education. His methodology integrates quantitative social media analysis with classroom experimentation. Dr. Orndorff co-founded and executive produces The Politics Guys , a nonprofit podcast fostering bipartisan dialogue through structured debates between ideologically diverse guests. This initiative operates as an independent media laboratory examining real-time political discourse mechanics, with episodes distributed through major podcast platforms and university partnerships.

Ruth Lightbodyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Deliberative Democracy
• Policy Making
• Community Engagement
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ruth Lightbody serves as a Senior Lecturer in Politics at Glasgow Caledonian University, where she maintains an active research profile while accepting PhD students. Her institutional base is firmly within the Politics department at Glasgow Caledonian University, with research connections extending to the University of Strathclyde and University of the West of Scotland through her educational background and collaborative projects. Dr. Lightbody's research centers on deliberative democracy, with particular expertise in public hearings, citizen assemblies, and community engagement mechanisms. Her work investigates how diverse participation affects democratic legitimacy, with growing focus on climate assemblies and Universal Basic Income deliberations. The research fingerprint shows strong concentration in UK Social Sciences (100%), Decision Making (87%), Scotland-focused work (75%), Policy Making (67%), and Democracy studies (56%). Her recent publication trend shows increasing output through 2025, with articles spanning deliberative democracy frameworks, public values research, climate assembly analysis, and poverty perception studies. These works demonstrate consistent methodological sophistication while addressing pressing democratic challenges in policy contexts. Understanding the core principles of participative democracy and a framework for measuring impact (Fellowship awarded competitively, May 2023) Significant research impact with 76 Scopus h-index Multiple publications generating news mentions and social media engagement Recognition from Scottish Parliament related to democratic engagement Dr. Lightbody maintains an active grant portfolio with five current or recent projects, serving as Principal Investigator on multiple research grants including 'It takes a village' and 'Playful Beginnings' family wellbeing initiatives. She collaborates extensively with researchers across disciplines, particularly with colleagues like McKendrick, Sinclair, and McHugh on projects spanning community resilience, Universal Basic Income, and deliberative democracy. Her supervision record includes doctoral students, with her institutional profile explicitly noting availability for new PhD candidates. Her work contributes significantly to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to quality education and reduced inequalities, through research that strengthens democratic processes and community engagement in policy-making.

• Prostate Cancer
• Urologic Oncology
• Robotic Surgery
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Isaac Y. Kim, MD, PhD, MBA is Professor and Chair of the Department of Urology at Yale School of Medicine, Chief of Urology, and Co-Leader of the Cancer Signaling Networks Program at Yale Cancer Center. As a urologic oncologist and surgeon, he specializes in the treatment, management, and prevention of prostate cancer, with particular expertise in advanced and metastatic disease. Dr. Kim's research interests focus on two primary areas: the role of surgery in men with metastatic prostate cancer, and the mechanisms of treatment resistance in prostate cancer cells. His clinical work centers on minimally invasive robotic surgery, having performed over 2,500 robotic prostatectomies, with a focus on helping patients navigate and understand their disease. He has established a same-day radical prostatectomy program using single-port robotic surgery to minimize patient discomfort and recovery time. His research portfolio demonstrates consistent productivity across prostate cancer diagnostics, treatment, and outcomes. Recent publications address important topics including PSMA imaging, management of radio-recurrent prostate cancer, surgical outcomes in elderly patients, and novel approaches to treatment resistance. His work spans clinical trials, molecular research, and healthcare disparities in prostate cancer care. Dr. Kim leads the SIMCAP trial, a major multi-institution study evaluating cytoreductive prostatectomy in metastatic disease, and maintains active collaborations with numerous researchers across Yale and other institutions. His educational background includes medical and doctoral degrees from Northwestern University, a Wharton MBA, and clinical training at Baylor College of Medicine and NIH. As Chair of Urology, Dr. Kim oversees one of the larger urology departments in the nation, attracting patients from regions far beyond New Haven. He emphasizes delivering innovative care with compassion, noting that 'when a patient and concerned family members come in with a prostate cancer diagnosis, and I'm able to take care of it and see how he recovers, it is truly a privilege and a blessing.'

• Business Ethics
• Judgment and Decision-Making
• Accounting Education
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kelly F. Gamble Mathis serves as Associate Professor of Accounting at Valdosta State University, bringing dual professional credentials as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) to her academic role. Her expertise bridges theoretical accounting principles with practical industry applications developed through prior public accounting experience at Goldstein, Lewin & Co. Her educational background includes: PhD in Business Administration (Accounting) - Florida State University Master of Taxation and BS in Accounting - Florida Atlantic University BA in Computer Science - Boston University Dr. Gamble Mathis's research investigates ethical decision-making in accounting contexts, particularly focusing on how healthcare professionals understand business fundamentals through mental accounting frameworks. She examines heuristic processing in investor decisions and sensory modalities in auditor judgment, contributing to behavioral accounting literature. Her work demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary connections between accounting theory and real-world organizational challenges. Recent publications show strong emphasis on practical applications, with journal articles addressing healthcare finance education and ethical case studies alongside the 2017 textbook Surviving Financial Accounting: A How-To Guide . This output reflects her commitment to making accounting principles accessible across professional domains. Her scholarly recognition includes: 2016 Distinguished Research Award (International Academy for Case Studies) 2015 Steele Foundation Research Grant (Valdosta State University) 2014 New Faculty Grant (Valdosta State University) Multiple doctoral fellowships (McKnight, KPMG, AICPA) Dr. Gamble Mathis actively contributes to academic leadership as a Graduate Faculty Full Member since 2016, mentoring students while maintaining robust research productivity. Her industry background enriches classroom instruction in Financial Accounting and Corporate Taxation, with conference presentations demonstrating ongoing scholarly engagement. Professional service includes memberships in the Georgia Society of CPAs, American Accounting Association, and AICPA.

Anthony Walkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Piano Performance
• Music Pedagogy
• Jazz
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anthony Walker serves as an Adjunct Professor of Music and Director of Keyboard Studies within the Music Department of Eastern University's College of Arts and Humanities. He concurrently holds positions as Music Director at Hope Christian Church (Greater DC area) and for the Washington Performing Arts Men, Women and Children of the Gospel. His educational foundation includes an M. Mus degree in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from Temple University, building on childhood piano training in St. Paul, Minnesota where he debuted publicly at age ten. Walker's artistic specialization spans classical, gospel, jazz, and rhythm & blues traditions, characterized by a sophisticated style comparable to Herbie Hancock and George Duke. His performance career encompasses five continents with collaborations including Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Take 6, and gospel artists like Donnie McClurkin and BeBe & CeCe Winans. Notable engagements feature headlining at Blues Alley and The Blue Note, performing with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center (2019), and serving as musical director for Ledisi at the White House (at First Lady Michelle Obama's request) and the 2013 Presidential Inauguration. Additional highlights include Broadway appearances, 18 months touring with The Winans' gospel musical Don't Get God Started , and participation in the Smithsonian Institution's historic piano exhibit (2000-2001). Professional activities extend to television appearances on NBC Today Show, CBS Morning Show, and Late Night with David Letterman, alongside session work for artists such as Kelly Price and Maurette Brown Clark.

• Biology Education
• Secondary Science Education
• ICT in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yoichiro Kato serves as a Lecturer at Waseda University's School of Education while holding a concurrent teaching position at Waseda University Senior High School since 2010. Holding a Master's degree from Waseda University, he bridges secondary education practice with university-level pedagogy training through his course Teaching Methods in the Natural Sciences . His research focuses on transformative biology education methodologies, particularly through: ICT-integrated lesson development (iPad/ZOOM systems) Transparent skeletal specimen creation for anatomy instruction Marine biodiversity fieldwork curricula Hybrid (online/in-person) science teaching frameworks His 2022-2023 work pioneered 'high-flex' lesson formats combining Apple TV, capture boards, and real-time compositing to simultaneously deliver in-person and online instruction. Kato's publication history reveals an evolving research trajectory from physical specimen development (2014-2017) toward digital pedagogy (2021-2024), consistently targeting enhanced student engagement in secondary science through technological innovation. His projects demonstrate practical applications across geology (igneous rock analysis), zoology (vertebrate anatomy), and marine biology contexts. As principal investigator, Kato has secured competitive funding including: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (2021-2022) Waseda University Internal Special Research Projects (2014-2024) His 8+ conference presentations at national societies document iterative improvements to his teaching methodologies based on student feedback and classroom trials. Kato maintains active professional engagement through: Japanese Society for Biology Education Japan Society for Science Education His research projects frequently involve collaborative development with high school students and university teacher-trainees, emphasizing practical classroom implementation over theoretical frameworks.

Melissa Hoagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Theory
• Music Pedagogy
• Counterpoint
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Melissa Hoag is Professor of Music Theory and Department Chair of Music at Oakland University's School of Music, Theatre and Dance. She also serves as Music Theory Program Coordinator and was appointed Assistant Director of the School of Music, Theatre and Dance in 2024. Dr. Hoag is an active scholar and educator with significant contributions to music theory pedagogy and diversity in music curriculum. Dr. Hoag earned her Ph.D. in music theory with doctoral minors in piano performance and music history from Indiana University. She holds a bachelor of music degree from Drake University and a certificate in Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University. Her research focuses on music theory pedagogy, with special emphasis on counterpoint, aural skills instruction, and integrating diverse composers into the music theory curriculum. Dr. Hoag has pioneered approaches to diversifying the music theory classroom through her award-winning edited volume "Expanding the Canon: Black Composers in the Music Theory Classroom." Her scholarly work frequently examines Brahms's compositional techniques while developing innovative teaching methodologies for undergraduate theory instruction. Dr. Hoag's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on expanding representation in music theory education, with particular attention to Black composers. Her work bridges traditional music theory topics with contemporary approaches to inclusive pedagogy, creating practical resources for theory instructors seeking to diversify their curricula while maintaining academic rigor in core theoretical concepts. 2024 Society for Music Theory Outstanding Multi-Author Collection Award (for "Expanding the Canon: Black Composers in the Music Theory Classroom") As Chief Reader for the College Board's Advanced Placement Exam in Music Theory since 2023, Dr. Hoag oversees the scoring activities of approximately 100 AP readers who score exams taken by around 20,000 high school students annually. She serves as co-editor for the Journal of Music Theory Pedagogy and is a member-at-large on the Executive Board for the Society for Music Theory. Dr. Hoag has previously served on the editorial boards of Music Theory Online, College Music Symposium, and SMT-V. Dr. Hoag leads the Music Theory Program at Oakland University, where she has coordinated the area since Fall 2007. She is actively engaged in developing curriculum that bridges traditional music theory instruction with contemporary approaches to inclusive pedagogy.

• Child Development
• Family Studies
• Parenting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hayley Love serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Child & Family Studies at Southeast Missouri State University, where she specializes in child development and family dynamics with a focus on emerging adulthood transitions. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Science from Florida State University M.S. in Psychology (Developmental Sequence) from Illinois State University B.S. in Psychology with minor in Sociology from Northern Illinois University Dr. Love's research examines helicopter parenting and its impact on student self-control and academic burnout , with findings presented at international conferences and featured in CNBC.com's Make It. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes intrinsic motivation through experiential learning and personal connection to developmental concepts. Her scholarly contributions include: 2019 Journal of Child and Family Studies publication analyzing parenting behaviors and school burnout Media recognition for research on overparenting in higher education Professional recognition includes the Dean's Scholar Award for Exceptional Academic Performance. As an active National Council on Family Relations member, she mentors students through holistic development approaches, encouraging exploration of personal passions with her noted advice: 'Your path is not set in stone, take time to find something you are truly passionate about and give yourself a chance to pursue your dreams.'

Nicolas Epinouxمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Physical Education
• Cooperative Learning
• Psychosocial Resources
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nicolas Epinoux is a Lecturer at the Institute of Teacher Education (INSPE) of the University of Poitiers and an active research member of the Center for Research on Cognition and Learning (CeRCA). His work bridges physical education pedagogy, psychosocial resource development, and teacher professionalization within French educational contexts. He completed his PhD in Education at the University of Bordeaux in 2014 with a thesis examining social skills development through cooperative learning in middle school physical education and physics classes. His research focuses on three interconnected strands: sensorimotor and communication interactions in educational settings, psychosocial resource cultivation in physical activities, and structured support systems for teacher development. Epinoux investigates how cooperative learning frameworks manage student diversity while fostering democratic classroom experiences. His methodology emphasizes practical action research, particularly in physical education contexts where group dynamics directly impact skill acquisition and social development. Recent work explores stress management for educators, student note-taking optimization, and role-based autonomy frameworks. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals consistent focus on translating theoretical psychosocial concepts into classroom interventions. Key themes include the integration of cooperative structures to address student differences, reflective discourse for teacher growth, and video-based analysis for practice improvement. His research demonstrates strong alignment with contemporary challenges in inclusive physical education. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. As co-manager of the Integrated Mental Preparation DU (Diplôme d'Université), Epinoux develops specialized training for mental preparation in sports education. He contributes to CeRCA's PLAViMoP (Point Light Action Visualization and Modification Platform) and Self Analysis Video (SAV) projects, which utilize motion-capture and video technology to refine teaching practices through objective behavioral analysis.