Zarina Muhammad is a Singapore-based Lecturer in Fine Arts at LASALLE College of the Arts, holding an MA in Art History from Open University and BA (Hons) in Fine Arts from LASALLE. She specializes in contemporary art practice, historiography, and cultural theory in Southeast Asia. Current research focuses on cultural translations of ritual magic, Southeast Asian mythologies, animism, and folk religion Active in interdisciplinary collaborations exploring sacred sites and cross-cultural witchcraft narratives Her work bridges art practice with ethnographic research, examining contested histories at the intersections of: Witchcraft and myth-making Magico-religious systems Gender-based archetypes Ethno-medicine and monstrosity Key projects address intergenerational and interregional translations of cultural narratives, with participatory performances in Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Japan. Collaborative lecture performances include A rational Taxonomies at ICA Singapore and Sea Charms and Ceremonies at Objectifs Centre.
Dr. Monica Cornejo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication at Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Her research examines structural barriers affecting undocumented immigrants, focusing on communication strategies, health disparities, and advocacy frameworks. Doctorate from University of California, Santa Barbara (2022) Co-founder of The Communication and Empowerment Collaborative (CEC) Her work combines qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze family disclosures, identity management, and systemic oppression. Recent articles appear in top-tier journals like Journal of Communication and Health Communication . Recipient of a $148,000 Migrations Initiative Grant at Cornell Top paper awards from International Communication Association and National Communication Association Dr. Cornejo teaches critical pedagogy courses, emphasizing anti-assimilationist frameworks and dismantling Eurocentric epistemologies through transparent dialogue on racial and migrant inequities.
Dr. Erika Meyer-Dietrich is a Lecturer in the History of Religions at Uppsala University's Theological Institute. She specializes in Egyptology, religious ecology, and ritual studies, with a focus on ancient Egyptian theology, funerary practices, and acoustic dimensions of religious spatial practices. Education: Doctorate (2001/2002) and habilitation (2006) in Religious Studies, Uppsala University Research Interests: Ancient Egyptian religious symbolism, ritual ecology, acoustics in historical cultures, and theological interpretations of natural phenomena Her recent work explores the interplay between temple architecture and ritual performance, while her earlier publications analyze coffin texts, solar deities, and ecological hermeneutics. She has organized interdisciplinary workshops on terminology and ritual theory. Scientific Awards: NVC Fellow (2009-2010) for research on Egyptian acoustics and religious spatial practices Key Collaborations: Active in the Forum for Young Cultural Studies at Uppsala University
Karen McNally is a Professor of American Film, Television and Cultural History at London Metropolitan University’s School of Computing and Digital Media. She is a Leverhulme Major Research Fellow currently working on a historical biography of Lana Turner and editing a volume on female experiences of inequality and abuse in Hollywood. Her research spans Hollywood film, American television, and US culture, focusing on stardom, gender, race, and political contexts. Education: PhD and MA (with Distinction) in Film Studies from the University of Nottingham; First Class Honours Degree in Film and Television Studies and American Studies from Brunel University. Her research expertise includes Hollywood musicals, gender dynamics in cinema, racial politics in media, and the intersection of US history and contemporary politics. She has contributed to academic journals, edited collections, and media outlets like the BBC, Politico, and The Conversation US. The 15 most recent articles highlight her focus on genre boundaries , stardom narratives , racial interventions in musicals , and political parallels in media , with recurring themes in American television and Hollywood history. Scientific Awards: Leverhulme Major Research Fellowship. Karen welcomes doctoral supervision applications in American film, television, and US culture. She is a member of the Global Diversities and Inequalities Research Centre and the Arts and Humanities Research Council’s Peer Review College.
Rae Langton is the Knightbridge Professor of Philosophy at the University of Cambridge. Her career includes roles as Professor of Philosophy at MIT (2004–2013), University of Edinburgh (1999–2004), and various senior positions in philosophy departments globally. She holds dual citizenship and is affiliated with the British Academy and American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on feminist philosophy, speech act theory, and ethical questions surrounding pornography, hate speech, and moral authority. Notable contributions include analyzing how linguistic acts perpetuate oppression and exploring the epistemic dimensions of justice. Langton’s awards include the 2014 Prospect Magazine ‘most important thinker’ distinction and fellowships from leading academies. Her work bridges legal theory, metaphysics, and social ethics, with a particular emphasis on speech’s performative power. She has advised numerous students through her professorial roles, though specific names are not listed here. Her publications address topics like hate speech counter-speech strategies, animal ethics, and the moral economy of oppression.
Amanda Friesen is an Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Political Psychology (Tier 2) at the Faculty of Social Science , Western University . She holds a PhD from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and directs the Body Politics Lab . Her research integrates political psychology , behavior genetics , and psychophysiology to explore how social identities and individual dispositions interact with political contexts. University: Western University School: Faculty of Social Science Department: Department of Political Science Academic Rank: Associate Professor Director: Body Politics Lab Email: afries4@uwo.ca Her work spans gender and politics , religion and politics , and physiological responses in political decision-making. She examines topics like objectification of women candidates , sexism in policy attitudes , and genetic/political orientation links . Articles highlight interdisciplinary methods combining life sciences with political analysis , including studies on taste perception and risk tolerance , pandemic trust , and constitutional amendments . Recent publications focus on 2025 topics like religious tolerance , genetic policy influences , and gender mobilization , alongside 2023 pandemic-related studies. Earlier work (2022-2021) includes sexism in political attitudes , disgust responses , and genetic/political links . Her 2019-2017 research addresses generational change , erotic image arousal , and conscientious women’s civic involvement . Scientific Awards: 2021 Honorable Mention, APSA Ted Jelen Best Journal Article in Politics & Religion 2021 Templeton World Charity Foundation Grand Challenges for Human Flourishing Project Finalist 2021 SSHRC Connection Grant 2020 Special Issue Funding, Politics and the Life Sciences 2019 Diverse Europe Theme Group Visiting Scholar 2019 Erasmus Mundus EuroCulture Faculty Exchange Scholarship 2018 APSA Best Conference Paper Award, Political Networks Section She has collaborated on projects related to digital segregation , religious credibility , and caregiving tasks and disgust responses , often integrating experimental design and physiological markers into political analysis.
Dr. Afroditi Pina is a Reader in Forensic Psychology and Director of Graduate Studies (Research) at the University of Kent's School of Psychology. Her research focuses on forensic and social psychology with emphasis on sexual violence, gender equality, and victimisation. Research Focus Her expertise spans: Online/offline harassment dynamics and image-based abuse Rape myth acceptance and sexual aggression predictors Technology-facilitated intimate partner violence Sexual objectification effects on victim perception Pornography exposure impacts on youth Teaching & Supervision She convenes courses in Psychology of Criminal Conduct, Law & Justice, and Forensic Cognition. Currently supervising Ben Saunders, Rachel Tisi, and Jenna Harewell. Previously supervised doctoral candidates including Kayleigh Parratt (police rape perceptions) and Tom Page (sexual harassment mechanisms). Research Funding £324,417 from Ministry of Justice for Mandatory Polygraph Pilot evaluation (2010-12) £24,995 from Children's Commissioner for pornography exposure assessment (2013) Multiple University of Kent grants for cyber-harassment scales and workshop development Professional Leadership Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Sexual Aggression (2017-2021) Editorial Board: Sex Roles, Women's Studies International Forum Steering Committee: Sexual Violence Against Students initiative Image-Based Abuse Research Network member
Riccardo Ridi is an Associate Professor of Library Science at the Department of Humanities , Ca' Foscari University of Venice since 2000. He works in the field of Archival, Bibliography, and Library Science [HIST-04/C] and has been qualified as a full professor in sector 11/HIST-04 since 2013. His research focuses on digital libraries , knowledge organization , information ethics , and library philosophy . He has served as director of the digital series WP-LIS: working papers in library and information science since 2002 and as member of editorial boards for several academic journals including Biblioteche Oggi (since 2003) and Bibliotime (since 2013). Recent publications address intellectual neutrality in libraries, information epistemology , and the intersection of artificial intelligence with semantic web technologies. He received the Best Full Paper award (2022) for his work on phenomenon-based classification systems. Contact: ridi@unive.it | laugh@unive.it
Susanne Lunn is an Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen, where she also serves as Coordinator of the Master Program in Clinical Psychology. She has been affiliated with the university since 1985, first as an Assistant Professor and then as Associate Professor since 1993. Her academic journey includes leadership roles such as Head of the University Clinic (1999-2007, 2009-2013) and President of the Danish Psychoanalytical Society (2010-2017). Her educational background includes: MSc in psychology (Cand. Psych.), University of Copenhagen (1978) Specialist in Psychotherapy and Supervision (1990) Certified group analytic psychotherapist (1985) Certified psychoanalyst (IPA) (1996) Certified training analyst (2002) Susanne Lunn's research focuses primarily on eating disorders and psychotherapy research. Her work on eating disorders encompasses theoretical, clinical, and empirical approaches, with special attention to personality characteristics, psychopathology, and the development of eating disorders. Her psychotherapy research centers on both effect and process: examining how different psychotherapies contribute to recovery from eating disorders, investigating non-specific factors like therapist and client characteristics (e.g., motivation and attachment patterns), and studying therapy relational patterns such as therapeutic alliance and therapist countertransference. Her research supports the hypothesis that one specific therapy does not suit all patients, indicating that the question 'which method is best' must be supplemented by 'what works for whom.' Her methodological approach combines both nomothetic and ideographic methods, exploring how quantitative and qualitative approaches contribute different kinds of knowledge. Her recent publications demonstrate continued focus on eating disorders, particularly bulimia nervosa, and psychotherapy process and outcome research. She frequently collaborates with Stig Poulsen and other colleagues in the Center for Psychotherapy Research. Her work spans clinical trials comparing different therapeutic approaches, investigations into attachment patterns and their impact on treatment, and explorations of mentalization in eating disorder treatment. The articles show a consistent trajectory of rigorous empirical work grounded in both psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral frameworks, with increasing methodological sophistication over time. Her scientific contributions have been recognized through research grants from prestigious organizations including: KU 2016, Governing obesity (DKK 750,000, 2014) The Egmont Fund (DKK 1,000,000, 2002) Danish Research Council for the Humanities (DKK 2,138,000, 2001) Multiple other grants totaling over DKK 3 million As an educator and mentor, Professor Lunn has supervised numerous PhD students including Louise Tækker, Sofie Folke, Karin Riber, Hannah Katznelson, Sarah I.F. Daniel, and Charlotte Sandros. She has coordinated external practicum programs and organized internal praxis teaching in clinical psychology for master students and postgraduate trainees. Her leadership extends to editorial roles, having served as Chief-editor of The Scandinavian Psychoanalytic Review (2002-2008) and Co-editor of Nordic Journal of Psychotherapy (1998-). Professor Lunn is actively involved in several research groups including the Center for Psychotherapy Research, the Bulimia Trial Research Group, and the Center of Psychoanalysis at the University of Copenhagen. She has organized numerous international conferences, including the Society for Psychotherapy Research international meeting in Copenhagen (2014) and the XXIII Nordic Psychoanalytic Congress (2012). Her current research projects include the Copenhagen Bulimia trial, identification of psychosocial factors affecting weight loss after surgery, historical studies of eating disorder diagnoses, and research on therapist responsiveness to clients.
Dr. Jessica Arenella is an Adjunct Professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY), specializing in clinical psychology with a focus on severe mental illness, psychosis, and schizophrenia. She serves as Chief Psychologist at St. Barnabas Health System in the Bronx, overseeing a large externship training program. Her expertise includes working with individuals experiencing extreme psychological experiences, emphasizing psychosocial approaches and recovery-oriented care. Dr. Arenella holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University (2000), a B.A. from the University of Toronto (1992), and a Health Coach certification from the American Council on Exercise (2013). She teaches courses such as PSY 758, PSY 760, and PSY 761 at John Jay. Her research explores intersections between psychosis, trauma, and societal factors, with notable work on objectification in anorexia and psychosis, and the impact of technology on clinical understanding of psychosis. She actively presents at conferences like the International Society for Psychological and Social Approaches to Psychosis (ISPS), addressing topics ranging from emergency department challenges to cultural competence in psychiatry. Dr. Arenella received the 2019 Christian Müller Award for her dedication to ISPS-US and psychosocial approaches to psychosis. She is a lifetime member of ISPS-US and the New York State Psychological Association. Her work emphasizes reducing stigma, improving clinical training, and advocating for marginalized populations in mental health care.
Monica Rose Biernat is a University Distinguished Professor at the University of Kansas, specializing in social psychology. Her research focuses on social judgment, stereotyping, and discrimination, with particular attention to intersectional dynamics involving race, gender, and cultural appropriation. She holds the academic rank of Professor and is affiliated with the university’s psychology department (though the specific school/college is not explicitly stated in the text). Her work examines how societal norms and stereotypes influence perceptions of individuals and groups, including studies on racial objectification, cultural appropriation, gender disparities in parental leave, and workplace discrimination. She has received prestigious awards such as the Distinguished Scientific Awards for an Early Career Contribution to Psychology (1999) and the Awards for Distinguished Scientific Early Career Contributions to Psychology (1999). Her research also addresses topics like assimilation expectations of immigrants, LGBTQ+ mental health, and the impact of political polarization on protest legitimacy. She teaches courses in social psychology, research methods, and social cognition. Her office is located in Fraser Hall, Room 405, and she can be contacted at biernat@ku.edu. Key thematic trends in her publications include analyzing how stereotypes shift across contexts (e.g., racial and gender-based standards), the psychological effects of cultural identity negotiation (e.g., name changes), and the interplay between societal values and discriminatory behaviors. Her work bridges theoretical insights with real-world applications, aiming to address systemic inequities through empirical analysis.
Gwen Lupfer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Alaska Anchorage, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. Her career spans research, teaching, and administrative service. Education: Ph.D., M.S., and B.A. in Psychology from Kansas State University (2004, 2001, 1998). Teaching: Courses in Evolutionary Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience, and Psychology of Learning. Service: Chair of multiple faculty search committees, member of institutional and departmental committees including the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (since 2005). Research Interests: Focus on impulsive behavior, social learning across species (rats, dwarf hamsters, domestic dogs), binge-eating mechanisms, and energy regulation disruptions. Her work integrates behavioral neuroscience with evolutionary perspectives. Grants: Secured $2500 (2014) for sucralose impact studies and $1500 (2005) for social learning research in dogs. Publications highlight cross-species behavioral analysis and translational implications for human health.
Dr. Domenique Elizabeth Jones is a Lecturer in the Department of Human Sciences at Sam Houston State University (SHSU), affiliated with the College of Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management from the University of Tennessee, with certifications in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and Qualitative Research. Her academic background includes a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Merchandising from the University of North Texas. Research Interests: Dr. Jones focuses on the Social Psychology of Dress , examining barriers faced by marginalized consumers, particularly around gender issues, intersectionality, and objectification. Her work aims to promote diversity and social justice in the fashion industry, addressing topics like transgender consumer experiences, dress code enforcement in schools, and cultural appropriation. Key Contributions: Her research bridges theory and practice, advocating for inclusive retail environments and ethical fashion practices. Recent publications explore transgender consumers’ shopping challenges, objectification of young women, and strategies to transform cultural appropriation into appreciation. She also emphasizes experiential learning in retail education. Affiliations: Dr. Jones contributes to SHSU’s Human Sciences programs, advising on undergraduate and graduate curricula. She is involved with the College of Health Sciences and collaborates with industry partners to advance multicultural corporate climates.
Tamsin Kimoto is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Washington University in St. Louis. They hold a PhD in Philosophy from Emory University (2020), an MA from Loyola Marymount University, and a BA from Northern Arizona University. Prior to WashU, they taught at Goucher College. Their research focuses on queer/trans of color studies, racial sciences, abolition, and continental philosophy. Research projects include a manuscript analyzing racial sciences, plastic surgery history, and trans medicine's political aesthetics, and another linking Asian American feminisms with anti-carceral politics through transpacific objectification frameworks. Their work appears in Asian American Feminisms and Women of Color Politics (2018), The Biopolitics of Punishment (2022), and Revue International de Philosophie . Teaching specialties include prison abolition, Asian American feminisms, science studies, and continental philosophy. No awards or grants are explicitly mentioned. No lab/team affiliations are noted.
Adeyemi Doss is an Assistant Professor in the Department of African American Studies at Saint Louis University's College of Arts and Sciences. His academic work bridges critical race theory, philosophy, media studies, and urban sociology, with a particular focus on the representation and lived experience of Black masculinity. Education: Ph.D. in African American and African Diaspora Studies, Indiana University, 2016 M.A. in African American and African Diaspora Studies, Indiana University, 2010 B.A. in Sociology/Anthropology, Earlham College, 2007 His research explores the scripting of the Black masculine body through popular media, philosophical examinations of death and social death in African American literature, visual ethnography, and urban sociology. These interests are deeply interwoven with questions of identity, visibility, and systemic oppression. The most recent articles reflect a strong engagement with contemporary racial discourses, analyzing themes such as the White gaze in film and academia, the erasure of Black bodies, and the pursuit of Black privacy. His work spans peer-reviewed journals and edited collections, demonstrating both scholarly rigor and public intellectual engagement. Scientific Awards: Indiana State University Master Teaching Award (2020–2022) Honors College Faculty of the Year Award, Indiana State University (2020–2021) Education Excellence Award for Teaching (Tenure-Track), College of Arts and Sciences, Indiana State University (2021) College Council Certification of Recognition, Indiana State University (2018, 2017) William Wiggins Award, Indiana University (2013) Scholastic Achievement Award for Outstanding Leadership, Indiana University (2008) Doss has been recognized for his excellence in teaching and commitment to student success, particularly within honors programs. While there is no mention of formal grant funding or student advising in the provided text, his publications and awards highlight a robust scholarly and pedagogical profile. His work contributes significantly to critical conversations in African American studies and beyond.
