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Dr. Jon Gruda is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour at Maynooth University's School of Business. He holds a PhD in Management from emlyon Business School (France) and a joint Dr. rer. nat. in Psychology from Goethe University Frankfurt. His research focuses on relational leadership, dark leadership traits, anxiety in the workplace, and personality psychology, with a strong emphasis on integrating machine learning and AI methodologies. Gruda has been recognized with prestigious awards, including selection for the Lindau Nobel Laureates Meeting in Economic Sciences (2020). His interdisciplinary work includes predicting anxiety and personality traits via social media data analysis. He serves as an Associate Editor for journals like Personality and Individual Differences and Frontiers in Psychology . Education PhD in Management, emlyon Business School (2012–2017) Dr. rer. nat. in Psychology, Goethe University Frankfurt (2012–2017) MSc in Affective Neuroscience, Maastricht University (2018) MSc in Management Research, emlyon Business School (2012–2014) Triple MSc in Management, City University London/ESCP Europe (2010–2012) BSc in International Business & Management, University of Groningen (2007–2010) Research Interests Gruda’s work bridges leadership studies, personality psychology, and data science. Key areas include: Dark leadership traits (e.g., narcissism, Machiavellianism) and their organizational impacts Machine learning applications for detecting anxiety and personality traits via social media Cross-cultural studies on leadership perceptions and attachment orientations Impact of physiological/psychosocial factors on leadership effectiveness Publications & Projects Recent projects include predicting state-level health outcomes linked to narcissism and developing algorithms to track anxiety using Twitter data. Over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2017 highlight his contributions to organizational behavior and computational social science. Awards 7th Lindau Nobel Laureates Meeting on Economic Sciences (2020) Benedictine University Award (Academy of Management, 2020) Wharton Global Faculty Development Program (2020) Grants & Collaborations Gruda leads projects on pro-environmental behavior and collaborates with the National Care Experience Programme on healthcare feedback analysis. Seed funding includes €301,930 for computational text analytics in healthcare. Labs & Teams Interdisciplinary research collaborations span psychology, data science, and public health, with a focus on applying machine learning to organizational challenges.

• Organizational Behavior
• Leadership Studies
• Personality Psychology
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Ian Pitt is a Lecturer in Usability Engineering and Interactive Media at University College Cork (UCC). He leads the Interaction Design, E-Learning and Speech (IDEAS) Research Group, focusing on multimodal human-computer interaction, auditory interfaces, and accessibility solutions for visually impaired users. Pitt holds a D.Phil from the University of York, followed by research fellowships at Otto-von-Guericke University in Germany before joining UCC in 1997. His research interests include speech-based interfaces, e-learning systems, and accessibility technologies for blind users. Key projects include the EU-funded ENABLE Network (2011–2014) and prototype development for UniWink. He has secured significant grants, including €72,009 from IRCSET for voice analysis research and €19,478 from the EU for ICT-supported learning initiatives. Pitt has advised numerous PhD students, including Flaithri Neff (2011), Emma-Kate Crowley (2014), and current candidates Aine Kearns and Patrick Egan. His publications span journals like International Journal of Game-Based Learning and conferences such as ICCHP and ACM SIGACCESS. He has contributed to committees for conferences like CHI and the Irish HCI conference. Teaching modules include Usability Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, and Digital Media Development. His work emphasizes inclusive design principles, with projects addressing navigation systems for blind students and adaptive e-learning frameworks. Recent research trends focus on ICT-delivered aphasia rehabilitation, emotional BCI interfaces, and multimodal learning systems. Collaborations include international partners through EU grants, reflecting his global impact in accessibility and educational technology.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Auditory & Speech-Based Interfaces
• Accessibility Technologies
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Dr. Kata Szita serves as an Assistant Professor of Multimedia at the School of Communications. Her expertise spans extended reality technologies, human-computer interaction, and the psychological impacts of virtual environments on human behavior and cognition. Her research delves deep into understanding how virtual and augmented reality experiences affect human-to-computer and human-to-human interactions. She investigates the cognitive and neural processes involved when users engage with virtual environments, particularly focusing on the use of avatars and XR-manipulated bodies. Her work also examines social behaviors in virtual spaces and the ethical dilemmas surrounding artificial digital agents and personal data collection in XR environments. Dr. Szita currently leads interdisciplinary and cross-sector research projects aimed at developing accessible and adaptive immersive technologies. Her collaborative efforts extend to studying cognitive processing of realism in mixed reality, virtual identities, and youth behavior in virtual environments. Her research approach combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, contributing significantly to the understanding of immersive media experiences. Her extensive publication record from 2017-2025 demonstrates a consistent focus on emerging themes in XR research. The articles reveal an evolution from early smartphone-based viewing studies to sophisticated analyses of metaverse environments, presence measurement methodologies, and the psychological impacts of virtual identities. Her work bridges cognitive psychology, media studies, and technology development, establishing her as a leading voice in understanding human experience within digital and virtual contexts.

• Extended Reality
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
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Audra Mockaitis is a Professor of International Business at Maynooth University's School of Business (Faculty of Social Sciences). She previously held tenured positions at Monash University and Victoria University of Wellington . Her research focuses on: Global (virtual) teams Cross-cultural leadership Cultural values and identity Migration in international business Language impact on multinational operations Key research projects include VALUEHOST (Lithuanian emigrant values) and studies on narcissistic leadership in SMEs. Her recent publications examine: Dark triad personality traits in CEOs Temporal schemata in virtual teams Cultural evolution in Lithuania Psychic distance in firm internationalization Award-winning scholar with 10+ Best Paper/Reviewer awards from AOM, EURAM, and ANZAM. Serves on editorial boards of Journal of World Business and Thunderbird International Business Review . Currently chairs university committees on research, promotions, and international education strategy.

• International Business
• Cross-Cultural Management
• Global Virtual Teams
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Cathy Ennis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Maynooth University, Ireland, specializing in perceptually guided graphics and virtual reality. She is actively involved in research and teaching, with affiliations to the ADAPT Centre and D-REAL SFI Centre for Research Training. Education: BEng in Electronic Engineering, Maynooth University MSc in Cognitive Science, University College Dublin PhD in Computer Graphics, Trinity College Dublin PG Dip in Higher Education Teaching and Learning, DIT Research Interests: Dr. Ennis's research centers on creating realistic virtual humans and crowds, exploring multisensory perception in VR, and applying these technologies in serious games and interactive systems. Her work integrates AI, HCI, and immersive technologies to enhance user engagement and learning. Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on virtual character realism, VR-based education, and machine learning applications in animation and interaction. Notable themes include speech-animation realism, cultural VR experiences, and reinforcement learning for character control. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award, IEEE VR 2022 Teaching and Supervision: Dr. Ennis currently teaches CS401 (Machine Learning and Neural Networks) and CS261 (Multimedia Technology). She is actively seeking PhD students and collaborators interested in VR, games, and virtual characters, particularly using machine learning for gesture generation and engagement. Labs and Teams: She is a Funded Investigator with the ADAPT Centre and D-REAL SFI Centre for Research Training, contributing to interdisciplinary research in AI, HCI, and immersive technologies.

• Perceptually guided graphics
• Virtual characters and crowds
• Virtual reality
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Páraic Ó'Súilleabháin is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Limerick, affiliated with the Department of Psychology and the Ageing Research Centre. He serves as Research Coordinator on the Doctoral Programme in Clinical Psychology and directs the Personality, Individual Differences, and Biobehavioural Health Laboratory (PathLab). His research focuses on personality traits, loneliness, adversity, and their associations with health outcomes across the lifespan, including mortality risk. His work bridges psychology with biological processes and biobehavioural factors. Education: PhD in Psychology (2017), NUI Galway; Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning (2018); BA (Hons) in Psychology (2012), NUI Galway. Prior to academia, he worked in med-tech and IT industries. Research interests include lifespan health, psychophysiological mechanisms, and the societal impacts of personality differences. His projects involve collaborations with institutions like Florida State University and University College London. Recent studies address loneliness in youth, cognitive decline in aging populations, and large-scale mortality analyses. Awards: 2025 APS Rising Star designation. Over 46 peer-reviewed publications, including systematic reviews and meta-analyses on loneliness and health. Advising & Grants: Leads PathLab and oversees doctoral training. Collaborations span transnational studies on global health issues. Active in UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.

• Personality Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Mortality Risk Analysis
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Thomas Daubler is an Assistant Professor at University College Dublin's School of Politics and International Relations, specializing in Comparative Politics, Electoral Systems, and Political Behavior with a focus on European democracies. He holds a PhD from Trinity College Dublin and a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education from the London School of Economics. His research integrates applied statistical modeling to analyze parliamentary behavior, candidate selection, and policy representation. University College Dublin: Assistant Professor (2020–present), Director of Research (2021–2023) University of Mannheim: Postdoctoral Researcher (2012–2019) London School of Economics: Fellow in European Politics (2011–2012) His work spans electoral systems' impact on political accountability, gender equality in candidate selection, and voter behavior in preferential-list systems. Articles highlight trends in Electoral Reform , Party Politics , and Policy Representation across Belgium, Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland, Sweden, and Switzerland. Grants include the Ad Astra Start-Up and DFG-funded research on personalized vote dynamics. Professional roles involve extensive journal reviewing and grant assessment .

• Comparative Politics
• Electoral Systems
• Political Parties
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Manu Braganca is an Associate Professor in the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at University College Dublin (UCD), where he has served since 2016. He is the Director of the BA Humanities Languages, Linguistics and Cultures Programme (since 2020) and has held leadership roles in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) within his school. His academic background includes positions at Queen's University Belfast, Nottingham Trent University, and the University of Manchester. Dr Braganca’s research lies at the intersection of cultural history, memory studies, and visual culture, with a focus on 20th- and 21st-century France. His work explores how historical trauma, particularly from World War II, is represented in literature, comics, and public discourse. He has published extensively on the representation of Hitler and Vichy in French fiction, the ethics of historical cover design, and the role of children in war narratives in graphic novels. The recent articles and books reflect a strong trend in interdisciplinary scholarship combining literary analysis, visual culture, and memory studies. His research frequently investigates the ethical and paratextual challenges of representing traumatic historical figures and events, especially through visual media like comics and book covers. College of Arts and Humanities Teaching Excellence Award (2022) Digital Badge for Universal Design for Learning (2023) Manu Braganca is an active mentor and welcomes inquiries from prospective MPhil and PhD students in memory studies, cultural history, and cultural studies. He has secured competitive research funding from the AHRC, British Academy, Leverhulme, and SSFH. He serves on the editorial boards of H-France and Review of European Studies , and has previously held editorial roles at Open Cultural Studies and Modern & Contemporary France . He regularly peer-reviews for major publishers and journals and has co-organized international conferences on WWII memory and Sartre. He leads digital humanities initiatives, including the digitization of Sartre’s interviews and student-led exhibitions on Sartre and blindness. His public engagement includes contributions to The Conversation , widely republished, on topics such as the history of Mein Kampf in France.

• Memory Studies
• Cultural History
• French Literature
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Noelia Molina is a Lecturer in the Department of Arts at South East Technological University (SETU), where she is a key member of the Spirituality in Society and the Professions Research Group. She serves as Programme Leader for the MA in Applied Spirituality, demonstrating leadership in postgraduate education. Her academic journey spans biomedical sciences, psychotherapy, and humanities, reflecting a unique interdisciplinary profile. Her educational background includes: BSc in Biomedical Sciences, Trinity College Dublin MSc in Molecular Pathology, Trinity College Dublin Doctorate in Humanities (Spirituality), All Hallows' College, Dublin City University (2016) Noelia's research centers on the intersection of spirituality with motherhood, mental health, and cultural identity. She explores how spiritual dimensions influence life transitions, particularly maternal transformation, and integrates these insights into psychotherapeutic practice. Her methodological approaches include autoethnography, narrative inquiry, and intuitive research, emphasizing personal and cultural narratives in spiritual development. Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on spirituality across diverse contexts—motherhood, addiction recovery, indigenous Christian communities, and academic methodology. These works span books, peer-reviewed articles, and editorial contributions, primarily in journals like Religions and Journal for the Study of Spirituality , indicating a sustained scholarly output in religious and spiritual studies. She has been recognized with the Fr. Thomas Fagan, CM, Medal for Academic Excellence in PhD Research (2016), highlighting the quality of her doctoral work. Her professional engagement includes leadership as Chair of the International Society for the Study of Christian Spirituality (2021–2024) and visiting researcher roles at Trinity College Dublin and University College Dublin. Noelia has extensive experience teaching counseling and psychotherapy at levels 8 and 9, and she has run therapeutic maternal groups and webinars, bridging academic and clinical practice. She has not received any listed research grants in the provided text, but her active research output and leadership in the MA programme suggest ongoing programmatic and educational funding support. She is actively involved in academic networks and contributes to the field through conference participation and professional memberships, reinforcing her role in both national and international spirituality research communities.

• Spirituality
• Applied Spirituality
• Motherhood and Spirituality
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Anthony Kelly serves as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering within the Faculty of Science and Engineering at the University of Limerick, Ireland, with his office located in E2-006. His affiliation spans both engineering and healthcare domains through interdisciplinary research initiatives. His research demonstrates dual expertise in artificial intelligence applications for healthcare and advanced power electronics. In healthcare AI, he develops interpretable mental health models, diabetes management chatbots, and comorbid condition interventions with emphasis on clinician trust and safety evaluation. In power systems, he pioneers digital control techniques for DC-DC converters, FPGA power management, and machine learning-integrated circuit designs. This bifurcated focus reveals a strategic transition from hardware-centric research (2005-2019) toward AI-health convergence (2024-2025). Analysis of his 15 most recent publications shows a pronounced shift toward healthcare AI since 2024, with 80% of current work addressing mental health modeling, diabetes chatbots, and comorbid condition management. Earlier publications (2009-2019) consistently focused on power electronics innovations including current-sharing algorithms, adaptive controllers, and FPGA-based systems, establishing foundational expertise later applied to healthcare technology development.

• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
• Power Electronics
• Digital Control Systems
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Aileen Pearson-Evans is an Associate Professor in Intercultural Studies at the Dublin City University School of Applied Language and Intercultural Studies . Her work focuses on cross-cultural adaptation, intercultural training, and East-West communication, with over 25 years of experience teaching language and culture. She coordinates modules like LC575, LC407, and LC220, and has directed the DCU Languaculture Space since 2012. Education: PhD from Trinity College Dublin on Irish students in Japan, BA, MA, HDip, Ed. Research interests include intercultural communication theory, cross-cultural business management, and multicultural education. Her work examines conflict resolution in diverse workplaces and the role of language in cultural immersion. Scientific awards highlight her impact, such as the European Language Label 2018 for the Languaculture Space and the Albert College Research Fellowship (2002). She has also contributed to intercultural training materials like Europe at Work (DVD & manual) and consulted for organizations including THT Consultants and C.E.R.T.

• Intercultural Communication Theory
• Cross-cultural Business Management
• Multicultural Education
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Dr Paula McGrath is a Lecturer/Assistant Professor in the School of English, Drama and Film at University College Dublin. She has been a core faculty member since 2013, initially as an Occasional Lecturer and promoted to Assistant Professor/Lecturer in 2021. She currently serves as Acting Head of Creative Writing and coordinates multiple modules including Craft of Creative Writing, Life Writing, and Literary Editorship. Her academic home is UCD, where she earned her MA and MFA, and she completed her PhD at the University of Limerick as a Government of Ireland Postgraduate Fellow. BA (Hons) in Single Honour English Language and Literature – Trinity College Dublin MA in Women’s Studies – University College Dublin MFA in Creative Writing – University College Dublin PhD in Creative Writing – University of Limerick Professional Certificate in University Teaching & Learning – University College Dublin Her research and teaching focus on creative writing, contemporary fiction, environmental writing, and women’s writing. She supervises creative practice and narrative theory, with a particular interest in trauma representation and intergenerational storytelling. Her novels, Generation (2015) and A History of Running Away (2017), have been published internationally and translated into French and German, with critical acclaim from Joseph O’Connor, John Boyne, and others. Her recent publications include journal articles, book reviews, and media commentaries on feminism, literature, and Irish society. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with narrative innovation, feminist themes, and psychological depth across fiction, translation, and criticism. Her work spans creative output and scholarly review, often intersecting personal history with broader cultural questions, particularly around gender, migration, and belonging. She frequently contributes to public discourse through The Irish Times and literary journals. Arts Council literary bursary (2016) Government of Ireland Postgraduate Fellowship Irish Writers Centre/St. Mark’s English Church Writer in Residence in Florence (2016) Dr McGrath has supervised doctoral research under Joseph O’Connor at the University of Limerick and has taught creative writing across levels at UCD. She has not publicly listed her students, but she has coordinated the MFA module Pedagogic Strategies for Creative Writing (2019–2022), indicating a strong mentorship role. She has received research funding from the Arts Council and the British Academy. Her teaching philosophy is student-focused and research-led, emphasizing a supportive, creative environment. She is actively involved in curriculum development and creative writing pedagogy. She is a member of the academic and literary community, with affiliations to the Irish Writers Centre, participation in international literary events, and contributions to public intellectual life through media and translation. Her work bridges creative practice and academic scholarship, positioning her as a leading voice in contemporary Irish literature and creative writing education.

• Creative Writing
• Contemporary Fiction
• Environmental Writing
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Paul Perry is Professor of Creative Writing at University College Dublin, School of English, Drama and Film, where he directs the Creative Writing Programme and teaches across undergraduate, MA, MFA, and PhD levels. He is a practicing poet, novelist, screenwriter, and literary critic, with a significant body of published work in poetry and fiction. BA, Brown University MFA, University of Miami PhD, University of Ulster Prof Cert & Cert of CPD in University Teaching & Learning, University College Dublin Paul Perry's research is practice-led, focusing on Creative Writing, Poetry, Fiction, Creative Non-Fiction, Contemporary Literature, American Poetry, Screenwriting, Genre, and Poetics . He is deeply invested in the pedagogy of Creative Writing, exploring student-centered methods, radical empathy exercises, and innovative workshop models. His teaching emphasizes process over product and fosters a community of practice. His recent publications span poetry, novels, and critical writing, reflecting a sustained engagement with literary form and emotional depth. Themes include identity, memory, trauma, post-conflict Ireland, and the interplay between personal and political. His editorial work, such as Beyond the Workshop , contributes to scholarly discourse on creative writing education. Paul Perry has received numerous accolades, including: Hennessy Prize for Irish Literature Listowel Prize for Poetry Patrick and Katherine Kavanagh Fellowship University Award for Teaching Excellence Shortlisted for the Farmgate National Poetry Book Award (2023) He supervises PhD students, leads creative writing modules, and is actively involved in research grants and editorial projects like the Belfield Literary Review . He is a member of the Royal Irish Academy’s Study of Languages, Literature, Culture and Communication Committee and contributes to public literary culture through podcasts, readings, and community collaborations such as the Poetry Jukebox.

• Creative Writing
• Poetry
• Fiction
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Andrew Moynihan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Limerick. His work focuses on social, existential, hedonic, and personality psychology, examining how individuals engage in hedonic and interpersonal behaviors to cope with threats to meaning in life. He also explores gender identities and public perception of geosciences. Moynihan holds a BA from University College Cork, an MSc from the University of Limerick, and a PhD under Prof. Eric Igou and Dr. Wijnand van Tilburg. He has held roles including a post-doctoral fellowship at iCRAG and a lecturing position at UL since 2018. Research interests include the psychological underpinnings of boredom, free will perceptions, gender equality, and health literacy interventions in marginalized communities. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to gender equality and public health. Moynihan has been recognized with awards such as the James M. Flaherty Research Scholarship (2018) and Faculty Seed Funding (2022). His research spans collaborations in over 60 countries, investigating cross-cultural dynamics in gender self-views and collective action toward equality.

• Social Psychology
• Existential Psychology
• Hedonic Psychology
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Dr. Danny Chow is an Assistant Professor in the School of Business at Maynooth University. He holds a PhD and MPhil from the University of Cambridge and a BA (First Class Honors) from the University of Leeds. His academic background spans accounting, public sector management, and finance. He serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Public Budgeting, Accounting and Financial Management and is an external member of the ACCA’s Public Sector Global Forum. Dr. Chow’s research focuses on interdisciplinary topics in public sector management, including accounting practices, financial reporting, and organizational dynamics. His recent work includes studies on contracting out efficiencies in public services and whole-of-government accounting reforms. He has published widely in journals such as Public Administration , Public Money and Management , and Financial Accountability and Management . He has held roles as a Chief Examiner for the University of London’s International Programmes and an external examiner at University College London. His teaching spans financial accounting, auditing, and public sector management across institutions like the University of York and Durham University. Currently, he supervises doctoral students and leads the Accounting through Arts (MH101) program at Maynooth. Dr. Chow has received the Joint Best Paper Prize at the New Public Services Workshop (2018) and has contributed to policy reports for bodies like the UK Parliament’s Public Administration Committee.

• Accounting
• Public Sector Management
• Financial Reporting
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