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Philip Woodsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Education for Democracy
• Distributed Leadership
• Educational Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Philip Woods is a leading academic in educational policy, democracy, and leadership at the University of Hertfordshire. He holds a professorial role within the Schools of Law and Education, focusing on transformative educational practices that foster democratic values and collaborative leadership. His work emphasizes distributed leadership models, holistic democracy in schools, and the role of arts-based and embodied learning in educational reform. Woods has led major international projects including the AECED initiative under Horizon Europe, collaborating with five European countries to integrate aesthetic and embodied learning into democratic education. He has also contributed to significant projects like EFFeCT and PIP, exploring teacher collaboration and co-creation in higher education. His research spans over 130 publications, including the upcoming Handbook on Leadership in Education and Education and Communication: Promoting Peace and Democracy . Key areas of focus include social justice in leadership, equity in school systems, and the intersection of policy with democratic principles. Woods has held leadership roles such as Chair of BELMAS and has advised on educational systems in Sweden and the UK. His recent projects emphasize methodological innovation, cross-national collaboration, and the practical application of theoretical frameworks to real-world educational challenges. Woods' work bridges theory and practice, advocating for democratic principles in educational governance and leadership development. His contributions span policy analysis, leadership capacity-building, and the design of frameworks that promote inclusive and participatory educational environments.

Alexander Bigazziمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Transportation
• Active Travel (Walking/Cycling)
• Transportation Emissions and Air Quality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexander Bigazzi is an Associate Professor in UBC's Department of Civil Engineering and Associate Member of the School of Community and Regional Planning. His work focuses on sustainable transportation systems, active travel behavior, and environmental impacts of mobility. He leads the REACT Lab, advancing research on pedestrian/cycling infrastructure, e-bike integration, and equitable urban design. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering (Portland State University, 2014), B.M. in Jazz Saxophone (University of Miami, 2001). Current roles include Associate Head of the Undergraduate Program in Civil Engineering. Teaching includes courses on transportation engineering, bicycle facility design, and urban systems. Research Highlights: Wall Legacy Award-winning project on inclusive transport design Climate Action Award-winning e-bike rebate program in Saanich Pioneering studies on air pollution exposure during active travel Collaborations: Interdisciplinary teams with psychology, kinesiology, and urban planning experts Key Focus Areas: Sustainable mobility transitions, human-centric infrastructure, and equity in transportation access Grants & Awards: Wall Research Award (2024), Community Energy Association Climate Action Award (2023), UBC Tenure & Promotion (2020). Current projects address BC's 2030 sustainability targets through participatory design methods. Labs/Teams: REACT Lab (Research on Active Transportation), collaborating with local governments and NGOs on applied transportation solutions.

Catharina Juul Kristensenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Qualitative Social Research
• Organizational Practices
• Research Ethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Catharina Juul Kristensen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Social Sciences and Business, Roskilde University. She specializes in qualitative social research with a focus on organizational practices in street-level organizations, social innovation, and research ethics. Her affiliations include membership in the Research Ethics Committee at Roskilde University and roles as an external examiner at Aalborg University's Master's in Social Work program. Education: PhD in Social Studies and Organisation, Aalborg University (1998) MSc in Public Administration, Roskilde University (1992) MSc in Social Sciences, University of Birmingham (1989) Research Interests: Catharina's work explores ethical dimensions of organizational ethnography, cross-sector collaboration in social innovation, and volunteer integration in welfare services. She emphasizes practical methodologies for addressing conflicts of interest in multi-stakeholder environments and advancing qualitative research standards. Academic Contributions: She coordinates mandatory doctoral courses on research ethics and qualitative methods at Roskilde University, drawing on 25+ years of teaching experience. Her recent projects include studying social innovation in frontline organizations and ethical practices in asylum-seeking contexts. Awards & Recognition: While no formal awards are listed, her extensive service on ethics committees and academic boards reflects her leadership in research integrity. Advising & Mentorship: Supervised 5 doctoral students and co-developed PhD courses like 'Research Ethics and Integrity' and 'Qualitative Research Methods.' Her mentorship spans both main and co-supervision roles. Labs/Teams: Active in the Social Dynamics and Change (SODYC) research group, focusing on societal transformation through qualitative inquiry.

Kate Morrisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Work
• Child Protection
• Family Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Kate Morris is a Professor of Social Work at the University of Sheffield’s School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations. She previously held roles as Director of the Centre for Social Work at the University of Nottingham and Deputy Head of School. Her career bridges academic research, policy, and practice with a focus on social work’s role in addressing family dynamics and child welfare inequities. Her research emphasizes family-centered approaches to child protection, safeguarding reform, and addressing systemic inequalities. Key areas include family participation in care decisions, early intervention strategies, and the impact of poverty on child welfare. She led the national evaluation of the Children’s Fund (2003–2006) and currently co-leads studies on family perspectives in child welfare and ‘Think Family’ policy frameworks. Professor Morris actively contributes to social work reform through roles like chairing JUCSWEC and serving on editorial boards for Families, Societies and Relationships and Relational Social Work . Her work critiques risk-driven child protection systems, advocating for more socially inclusive and participatory practices. She supervises PhD students focusing on family practices, child protection, and social work interventions. Major grants include studies on domestic abuse responses, child welfare inequalities under austerity, and comparative analyses of family-based welfare work across welfare regimes. Her publications span over 30 peer-reviewed articles and books, emphasizing systemic reforms and equity-centered social work practices.

• Geo-information Science
• Socio-ecological Systems
• Agroforestry Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Erika Speelman is an Associate Professor at the Laboratory of Geo-information Science and Remote Sensing within Wageningen University. She holds MSc and PhD degrees from Wageningen University, specializing in tropical agronomy. Her research focuses on developing simulation and gaming tools to enhance stakeholder collaboration in addressing socio-ecological challenges, particularly in the Global South. She leads the INREF SESAM programme (2020-2025), supervising 15 PhD candidates and 2 PostDocs, and coordinates MSc courses in geo-information science and interdisciplinary research methods. Her work spans agroforestry, water governance, and participatory tools for sustainable landscape management. Dr. Speelman has extensive experience collaborating with NGOs, UN agencies, and academic institutions across Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Her research emphasizes boundary objects like serious games to bridge stakeholder perspectives in contested landscapes. Recent projects include exploring water management in Kenya’s Ewaso Ng’iro Basin and land use dynamics in Peru’s Amazon. She teaches courses on spatial modeling, remote sensing integration, and geo-information science in socio-ecological contexts. Her international collaborations reflect a commitment to global sustainability challenges, integrating technical tools with community-driven solutions. Dr. Speelman’s lab is part of the Environmental Sciences group at Wageningen, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to complex environmental problems. She advocates for inclusive landscape governance through participatory tools, aiming to enhance resilience among smallholder farmers and marginalized communities. Her work combines academic rigor with practical impact, addressing issues like climate change, biodiversity loss, and equitable resource distribution.

• Computational Thinking
• Systems Thinking
• STEM Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ali Hamidi is a researcher affiliated with Linnaeus University's Department of Informatics under the Faculty of Technology. His work focuses on computational thinking (CT) education, systems thinking integration, and STEM pedagogical innovation. He leads the Computational Thinking and Coding Skills in Schools (CoCoS) research group and contributes to the Linnaeus University Systems Community (LNU-STC). Current projects include the EU-funded IGNITE initiative to reform Albanian/Kosovo education systems and the TACTIDE project empowering teachers with digital tools. Hamidi's research emphasizes bridging CT with systems thinking frameworks, robotic learning for children, and maker technologies for inclusive education. He co-edited proceedings for Linnaeus Student Conferences on IT (2019-2021) and holds a Licentiate in Education Sciences (2023). His 2025 Human Systems Management paper advances CT education through systems theory, while 2024 work critiques CT pedagogical foundations. Publications span robotics in early programming education (2022), digital competence for preschool teachers (2022), and textile-based STEM engagement (2019). Collaborations with Milrad, Zerega, and Mirijamdotter highlight interdisciplinary approaches. Current research groups address CT integration across formal/informal learning contexts.

Tafsir Matin Johanssonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ocean Governance
• Techno-regulatory Governance
• Arctic Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tafsir Matin Johansson is an Assistant Professor (Research/Ocean Sustainability, Governance & Management) at the WMU-Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute. He holds a PhD in Maritime Affairs from WMU, an MSc in International Maritime Law from Lund University, and an LL.B. (Honours) from the University of Chittagong. His interdisciplinary research focuses on ocean governance, techno-regulatory frameworks for robotics, Arctic policy, IUU fishing, marine debris, and gender equality in ocean science. Recent work examines climate adaptation in shipping, remote inspection technologies, and sustainable port management. Dr. Johansson has led projects funded by Transport Canada, the European Union, and Swedish/Danish agencies, addressing oil spill response, underwater noise, and autonomous systems. His publications frequently analyze regulatory innovation for emerging technologies and crisis management strategies in maritime operations.

• Sustainable Development
• Spatial Planning
• Climate Adaptation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ina Horlings is a Professor at the Faculty of Spatial Sciences, University of Groningen, affiliated with the Urban and Regional Studies Institute. Her work focuses on sustainable development, spatial planning, and climate adaptation. She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through her research on citizen engagement in urban green spaces, co-creation strategies, and transformative community practices. Her research explores intersections of environmental policy, urban planning, and social innovation. Notable topics include subnational climate leadership, stakeholder acceptance of floating developments, and resourceful resilience in communities. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and books, with over 80 research outputs since 2015. Education: Ph.D. in Spatial Sciences (details not explicitly provided in text). Grants/Advising: Supervised 7 academic works and engaged in multiple funded projects addressing climate adaptation and urban sustainability. Horlings actively collaborates internationally, presenting at conferences and contributing to policy discussions. Her work emphasizes place-based approaches, cultural sustainability, and the role of leadership in driving environmental and social change.

Jennifer Fraserمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Gender Studies
• Queer Theory
• Critical Pedagogy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Fraser holds a joint appointment at the University of Westminster as University Director of Student Partnership in the Centre for Education and Teaching Innovation and Principal Lecturer in the School of Social Sciences since 2017. She previously served as Deputy Director of the Centre for Transformative Practice in Learning and Teaching at Birkbeck, University of London. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Latin American Cultural Studies from Birkbeck (2008), an MA in Latin American Literature from the University of British Columbia (1998), and a BA in Hispanic Studies and Political Science from the University of Victoria (1995). Dr. Fraser's research interests converge at the intersections of literature, gender studies, queer theory, and critical pedagogies. Methodologically, she employs collaborative approaches through auto-ethnography, storytelling, and participatory methods with a commitment to disrupting traditional power dynamics in knowledge creation. Her work is fundamentally grounded in anti-racist and decolonizing practices that challenge conventional academic structures and hierarchies. Her recent publications reveal a clear trajectory toward examining non-binary gender experiences in higher education and decolonial approaches to curriculum development. The 2024-2025 publications particularly demonstrate her focus on understanding institutional barriers faced by non-binary students and staff, while her work on decolonizing curricula reflects broader commitments to social justice in educational spaces. These research areas are interconnected through her consistent emphasis on power dynamics, institutional transformation, and centering marginalized voices. 2016 National Teaching Fellow Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Dr. Fraser actively supervises PhD students in gender studies, queer theory, critical pedagogies, and decolonial methods. She co-leads significant research projects including the Non-Binary in Higher Education initiative and the Pedagogies for Social Justice Project, which involve extensive student-staff partnerships. Her approach to teaching emphasizes creating inclusive practices that embrace development rather than deficit models of learning, fostering relationships of mutuality, and implementing feminist, queer, and decolonial pedagogical approaches. She co-directs the Non-Binary in Higher Education project which creates spaces for non-binary people in higher education to share experiences and imagine different futures. Additionally, through the Pedagogies for Social Justice Project, she works with student partners to co-create tools for teaching and research including podcasts, reading lists, and glossaries, while hosting events like the Festival of Decolonial Learning.

Andrés M. Urcuqui-Bustamanteمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Policy and Governance
• Urban Planning
• Natural Resource Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrés M. Urcuqui-Bustamante is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Urban Planning and Policy at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). His work bridges environmental science, public health, and policy through a focus on human-nature interactions. He holds a PhD in Environmental Science from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, alongside multiple master's degrees in rural development and biodiversity conservation from institutions in Colombia and Spain. His research investigates how societal perceptions shape responses to environmental challenges such as Lyme disease prevention, urbanization impacts, and biodiversity conservation. Methodologically, he combines qualitative and quantitative approaches with participatory tools like collaborative modeling and role-play simulations to enhance stakeholder collaboration and policy design. Current projects explore green space accessibility in Chicago and Santiago de Cali, and the non-economic values influencing hydrological services programs in Mexico and Colombia. Urcuqui-Bustamante's publications span environmental policy, public health, and participatory governance, with recent work appearing in Environment and Behavior , EcoHealth , and Environmental Science and Policy . He is affiliated with professional organizations including the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning and the International Association for Society and Natural Resources.

• Nutrition Policy
• Community Nutrition
• Nutrigenomics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Sophia Amenyah is an Assistant Professor in Nutrition and a Vice Chancellor’s Fellow at Northumbria University. She holds a dual expertise in biomedical and social sciences, focusing on co-production methodologies, healthy ageing, and community-based food models. Her work addresses inequalities in ageing, nutritional determinants, and policy development. She has secured £756,927 in research funding as Principal Investigator for projects funded by the Dunhill Medical Trust, UKRI, and Alzheimer’s Research UK. Education: PhD in Epigenetic effects of riboflavin supplementation (Ulster University), MSc in Nutrition (Ghent University), BSc in Nutrition (University of Ghana). Research interests include nutrigenomics, global nutrition policies, and community nutrition. She leads projects like the Lemonade initiative and Healthy Brain Healthy Life, emphasizing participatory research methods such as Photovoice and asset mapping. Her UN SDG contributions focus on Reduced Inequalities and Quality Education. Awards: Dunhill Medical Trust Research Fellow, Vice Chancellor’s Fellow. Professional roles include the American Society for Nutrition’s Global Leadership Council and Diversity committees. Her work evaluates interventions targeting obesity, unemployment, and social deprivation, with a commitment to inclusive, equity-driven research.

Ashraf Salamaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Design
• Sustainable Urban Development
• Architectural Pedagogy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ashraf Salama is a Professor of Architecture and Urbanism and Head of the Department of Architecture and Built Environment at Northumbria University. He holds concurrent roles as Co-Director of the UNESCO/UIA Validation Council for Architectural Education and Honorary Professorships at institutions worldwide. With over 25 years leading architecture schools at universities in Egypt, Qatar, and the UK, his career spans academic leadership, research, and practice. Education: BSc (Hons), MSc, and PhD in Architecture from Al Azhar University (Egypt) and North Carolina State University (USA). Research Interests: Urban resilience, sustainable urban development, architectural pedagogy, migrant spatial practices, and decolonizing architectural knowledge. His work bridges global South contexts with transnational urban challenges, emphasizing participatory design and critical educational frameworks. Notable Contributions: Chief editor of Archnet-IJAR , authored/edited 17 books including Routledge Companion to Architectural Pedagogies of the Global South , and led over £2 million in research projects. His recent work focuses on co-assessment tools for urban spaces (e.g., YouWalk-UOS app) and cross-cultural educational initiatives. Awards: UIA Jean Tschumi Prize (2017), Gold Medal from Egyptian Architects (2018), and Emerald Outstanding Paper Award (2022). Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator of the British Council-funded TRANSABE-EDU project (2024). Active in global urban resilience studies and educational reform. Labs/Teams: Leads international collaborations on urban sustainability and pedagogical innovation through UNESCO/UIA networks and partnerships with institutions in Malaysia, Turkey, and Serbia.

• Tourism Management
• Sustainable Tourism
• Accessible Tourism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria João Carneiro is an Associate Professor in Tourism at the University of Aveiro (UA), where she has worked since 1993. She serves on the Executive Committee of the Department of Economics, Management, Industrial Engineering and Tourism and holds leadership roles in the Undergraduate Degree in Tourism Management and Planning, including Vice-Director. Her academic leadership extends to PhD, Master’s, and undergraduate programs, where she has held directorial and committee roles. Coordinated 9 books and 2 international journal issues Co-author of over 260 publications (90 journal papers, 50+ book chapters, 35+ conference papers) h-index of 25 in Scopus (22 excluding self-citations) Member of the editorial board of Management Letters Her research focuses on sustainable tourism, accessible tourism for people with disabilities, wine tourism, rural tourism, and environmental impacts on visitor behavior. She has contributed to projects like TWINE (Co-creating sustainable Tourism & WINe Experiences) funded by FCT and ERASMUS+, with emphasis on co-creation in tourism experiences and accessibility challenges in museums and wine routes. Recent publications analyze topics such as: Family-friendly wine tourism in Portuguese wine routes Tourism-air quality interdependence and visitor travel planning Co-creation barriers in museums for visually impaired visitors Sustainability perceptions and destination loyalty Maria João Carneiro participates in external evaluations of study cycles for A3ES and collaborates with research groups like DSS-Lab and Tourism and Development (TD). Her work spans editorial contributions, project coordination, and academic governance, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to tourism studies.

Marnie Campbellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Biosecurity
• Invasive Species Management
• Environmental Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Marnie Campbell serves as the Executive Dean of the School of Science at Edith Cowan University (ECU), overseeing disciplines including Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Cyber Security, and Mathematics. She leads four research centers: the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, the Centre for Marine Ecosystems Research, the Conservation and Biodiversity Research Centre, and the Centre for Securing Digital Futures. Her academic journey includes a BSc(Hons) and PhD from Murdoch University (2000). Marnie’s career spans 18 years in higher education, with 14 years in leadership roles, including Head of the School of Life and Environmental Sciences at Deakin University. She balances active research with policy translation, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration to address environmental challenges. With 12 years in non-academic roles (government, consultancy, CSIRO), she applies cross-sectoral insights to academic leadership. Her research focuses on marine biosecurity, invasive species management, and environmental policy. Notable contributions include frameworks integrating social, cultural, and ecological values in biosecurity and strategies to mitigate marine debris impacts. She has pioneered educational initiatives aligning academic programs with industry/community needs. Marnie’s honors include the 2007 Peter Morris Prize for maritime biosecurity contributions and a Queensland Smart Futures Fellowship (2012–2015). She advises international organizations like the UN and has led projects in the Galapagos Islands and Palau. Her work emphasizes bridging science and policy to address global challenges like biodiversity loss and climate change. Her leadership extends to strategic initiatives like ECU’s Centre for People, Place & Planet. She advocates for innovative education and adaptive governance models to prepare future environmental leaders. Current efforts focus on AI applications in ecological research and securing digital futures amid emerging threats.

Wilma Nusselderمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Medical Demography
• Public Health
• Health Inequalities
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Wilma Nusselder, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in Medical Demography at the Department of Public Health, Erasmus University Medical Center (Erasmus MC), Rotterdam, the Netherlands. She is actively engaged in research at the intersection of public health and demography, with a strong focus on health and mortality inequalities by socioeconomic position, gender, and ethnicity. Her research centers on the development and application of summary measures of population health, particularly health expectancies, to understand both the quantity and quality of life across populations. She investigates how risk factors and chronic diseases influence health trajectories and mortality, and evaluates the impact of public health interventions and policies. Her methodological expertise includes life table analysis, decomposition methods, and modeling frameworks such as DYNAMO-HIA and ERAINHE. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on health disparities, particularly educational and socioeconomic inequalities in life expectancy, disability, and chronic disease. Her work increasingly employs comparative international data, simulation modeling, and policy impact assessment, reflecting a trend toward evidence-based public health strategy and forecasting. Dr. Nusselder is the coordinator of ERAINHE, a collaborative European framework for harmonizing mortality data by socioeconomic position, enabling large-scale comparative research. She teaches medical and PhD students and collaborates extensively with multidisciplinary teams across public health, demography, sociology, and econometrics. She has contributed to numerous research projects and publications assessing the societal and health system impacts of policies, particularly in aging and health equity. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), especially in reducing health disparities.