جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ian Wilsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Policy Impact Measurement
• Housing Provision and Affordability
• Place-Based Interventions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ian Wilson is the Deputy Director of the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research (CRESR) and a Professor of Policy Research and Evaluation at Sheffield Hallam University. He holds BA and MSc degrees, with over 20 years of expertise in applied policy research and evaluation, securing £15M+ in research funding. His work spans housing policy, urban regeneration, and social welfare, collaborating with government agencies like DLUHC, DWP, and Welsh Government. Education: BA, MSc (institutions unspecified) Roles: Deputy Director (CRESR), Professor of Policy Research and Evaluation Affiliations: Social and Economic Research Institute, College of Social Sciences and Arts Research Focus: Wilson's work centers on measuring policy impacts, housing affordability, and place-based interventions addressing social inequities. He pioneered methods like shadow pricing for regeneration outcomes and developed frameworks for valuing policy effects on communities. His expertise includes econometric analysis, cost-benefit evaluation, and innovative solutions for complex societal challenges. Grants & Projects: Key projects include evaluations of the Affordable Homes Programme (£10M agreement with DLUHC), Warm Home Prescription project, and Community Renewal’s Lifting Neighbourhoods Together initiative. He has led over 100 research outputs, including studies on housing benefit reforms, urban regeneration, and third-sector subcontractor roles in EU programs. Labs/Teams: Core affiliations with CRESR and the Social and Economic Research Institute, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on national and international projects.

Merje Kuusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Geography
• Arctic Governance
• Geopolitics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Merje Kuus is a distinguished political geographer at the Department of Geography , Faculty of Arts , University of British Columbia . Her work bridges political geography , international relations , and sociology to examine knowledge production in policy-making contexts. PhD from Syracuse University (1999) WSET Level 3 Award in Wine holder Active in Arctic Circle's Mission Council on the GlobalArctic Research focuses on expertise in diplomatic practices , with empirical specializations in European Union and Arctic governance . She also explores geographical imaginaries in wine production , connecting policy analysis to cultural geography. Key publications include: Geopolitics and Expertise: Knowledge and Authority in European Diplomacy (Wiley Blackwell, 2014) Geopolitics Reframed: Security and Identity in Europe’s Eastern Enlargement (Palgrave Macmillan, 2007) Ashgate Research Companion to Critical Geopolitics (co-edited, 2013) Recent scientific awards include: Fulbright Fellowship Killam Fellowship SSHRC Canada grants Her supervision portfolio spans climate governance, disaster response expertise, and transnational policy networks, with completed PhD theses on topics ranging from Vancouver's climate governance to Arctic resource governance .

Ashley Cordesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Media Studies
• Indigenous Science and Technology Studies
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ashley Cordes (Coquille/KōKwel) serves as an Assistant Professor of Indigenous Media in Environmental Studies and Data Science at the University of Oregon's College of Arts and Sciences. She is also a recent American Council of Learned Societies Fellow whose research bridges Indigenous science and technology studies, digital media, and environmental/place-based studies. Her educational background includes a PhD in Media Studies with an outside area in Native American Studies from the University of Oregon (2019), an MA in Communication from Hawaii Pacific University (2012), and a BA in Communication with a Journalism Certificate from Loyola Marymount University (2010). Cordes' research centers on how Indigenous culture and technology producers leverage digital media, emerging technologies, and discourse to advance Tribal sovereignty, cultural revitalization, and the resurgence of Indigenous knowledge systems. Her work specifically examines AI, blockchain, and cryptocurrency through Indigenous epistemologies, challenging dominant narratives about technological progress and financial systems. She has published in journals such as Cultural Studies >Critical Methodologies , Journal of International and Intercultural Communication , and Feminist Media Studies , and is the author of Indigenous Currencies: Leaving Some for the Rest in the Digital Age (MIT Press). Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on decolonial approaches to technology, with particular attention to Indigenous data sovereignty, environmental justice, and alternative economic systems. The trajectory of her work shows increasing engagement with AI ethics from Indigenous perspectives, culminating in her contributions to the Indigenous Protocol and Artificial Intelligence position paper. American Council of Learned Societies Fellow Contributor to Indigenous Protocols and Artificial Intelligence Working Group Cordes actively mentors doctoral students in Indigenous digital media and participates in multiple research collectives including Abundant Intelligences, CHoRUS Network (focusing on ethical data gathering in Indigenous contexts), Indigenous Protocols and Artificial Intelligence, and the Climate Resilience Taskforce. Her community-engaged work includes the Storying on the Coquille River project, which addresses climate change impacts on salmon populations through digital humanities approaches. She maintains strong connections to her Coquille Nation community, serving on the Climate Resilience Taskforce and as Chair of the Culture and Education Committee, ensuring her academic work remains grounded in community needs and Indigenous knowledge systems.

Michael Classensمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Justice
• Racial Justice
• Food Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael Classens is an Assistant Professor in the Teaching Stream at the School of the Environment, University of Toronto , specializing in social and environmental justice within food systems. He serves as Undergraduate Associate Director, emphasizing community-based learning and integration of Indigenous and community knowledge into pedagogy. Education: PhD in Environmental Studies (York University, 2015), MA (University of Windsor), BA (Western University) His research explores environmental injustice/racism , food systems governance , and prefigurative learning spaces , particularly through campus food initiatives and critical cartography. He has published extensively on food solidarity, racialized food insecurity, and transformative pedagogies. Recent publications (2021–2024) analyze neoliberal responses to food crises, anti-racist food system frameworks, and campus foodscapes as sites of radical pedagogy. Keywords span environmental justice, critical race theory, urban agriculture, and labor studies. Scientific Awards: 2024 A&S Outstanding Teaching Award (Early Career, Faculty of Arts and Science) He advocates for informal and prefigurative learning , connecting classroom knowledge to real-world justice movements. His work bridges academic research with grassroots activism, focusing on equitable food systems and decolonizing educational practices.

Kari Ingstadمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Healthcare Management
• Sociology
• Health Services Organization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kari Ingstad is a Professor of Sociology at the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, Nord University, and currently serves as Vice-Dean for Research. Her work bridges academia, clinical practice, and policy, focusing on healthcare organization, leadership, and innovation in Norway's health sector. She holds a PhD in Sociology from NTNU (2011) and has extensive clinical experience in municipal and specialist healthcare. Education: PhD in Sociology, NTNU, 2011 Nursing background from municipal and specialist healthcare sectors Research Interests: Workforce planning and staffing strategies in healthcare Impact of shift scheduling on employee well-being and patient safety Integration of artificial intelligence in healthcare operations Cross-sectoral collaboration and innovation in health services Recent Research Trends: Her 2024 publications emphasize strategic staffing solutions, AI-driven shift planning, and long-shift work-life balance. Key projects include the OptiCare-AI initiative (Norwegian Research Council-funded), exploring AI applications for optimizing healthcare resource allocation. Leadership & Grants: Leads the Acute Care, Innovation and Patient Safety (AKIP) research group Principal Investigator on OptiCare-AI (2023–present) Labs/Teams: Active collaborations with the AKIP group and national/international networks on healthcare workforce issues.

• Sociology
• Rural Sociology
• Cultural Heritage
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kathryn A. Burnett is a Senior Lecturer in the Division of Arts and Media at the University of the West of Scotland, based in the School of Business and Creative Industries. She is actively involved in supervising PhD students and contributes to research areas including rural sociology, cultural heritage, and climate adaptation. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable communities and environmental stewardship. Education: (Details not explicitly provided in text, but her extensive academic output suggests a PhD in related fields.) Research Interests: Dr. Burnett’s expertise spans Scottish culture, remote rural communities, island studies, and the creative industries. Her work emphasizes cultural work, resilience in marginalized regions, and the intersection of media, narrative, and place. She explores themes such as Gaelic heritage, climate adaptation strategies, and the socio-economic dynamics of small island communities. Recent Research Trends: Her publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to rural regeneration, climate adaptation through participatory methods, and the mediatization of island spaces. Recent work includes studies on Arctic art education, coastal community resilience, and sustainable enterprise in remote areas. Awards: SFHEA (2021) Best Paper Award, Rural Enterprise ISBE, Cardiff (2013) Winner of Best Paper Rural Enterprise ISBE (2014) Grants & Advisory Roles: She has held external examiner roles at institutions like the University of Highlands and Islands and has been a Board Member of The Reid Foundation. Her activities include organizing conferences, hosting academic visitors, and contributing to national and international research networks. Labs/Teams: Collaborations include projects with the University of Lapland (e.g., Nurture: Living in the Landscape) and cross-border initiatives on Arctic studies and climate adaptation. She frequently engages in interdisciplinary research with environmental scientists and sociologists.

Theo Arentzeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Spatial Choice Behavior
• Decision Support Systems
• Activity-Based Modeling
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Theo Arentze is a Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Department of the Built Environment, leading the Real Estate Management and Development group. He is affiliated with EAISI Health and EAISI Mobility research institutes. Education: MSc in Psychology (Cognitive Psychology & AI) from Groningen University, PhD from TU/e Urban Planning Research: Spatial choice behavior, decision support systems, activity-based modeling, agent-based simulation His research integrates bounded rationality into spatial choice models to enhance behavioral realism, with applications in real-estate management , neighborhood development , healthy cities , and hybrid work environments . Recent work includes child-friendly urban planning and energy-efficient housing impacts . Prominent article themes include: Hybrid work location decisions Urban public space affective experiences Child friendliness in residential choices Sustainable energy preferences Spatial decision support systems Social network modeling Scientific recognition includes: Best Poster Award (2025) - Computational Urban Planning Conference Long Paper of Distinction (2021) - Healthy Buildings Europe EuroFM Best Paper Award (2017) Pyke Johnson Award (2016) As an educator, he teaches courses in Urban Planning , Housing Economics , and Quantitative Research Methods . His multidisciplinary team combines expertise from psychology, sociology, and urban economics to create high-quality built environments through behavioral research.

Carsten Jahn Hansenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Urban Planning
• Spatial Development
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carsten Jahn Hansen is an Associate Professor in sustainable place development and planning at Aalborg University's Department of Sustainability and Planning, part of The Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His research focuses on innovations in planning for sustainable place-making, addressing climate change, socio-economic balance, and environmental sustainability. He leads the Planning for Urban Sustainability (PLUS) research group and participates in projects like the PLANNORD research network and EU-funded initiatives such as PlanCoast . Hansen holds a PhD in Spatial Planning and a Master's in Surveying, Planning, and Land Management from Aalborg University. Key affiliations include roles with the Danish Town Planning Institute (Dansk Byplanlaboratorium), ESPON (European Spatial Planning Observatory Network), and OECD/EU policy advisory work. His expertise spans coastal governance, participatory planning, and the integration of cultural heritage into spatial development. He has contributed to over 111 publications, including works on non-mandatory planning frameworks and climate adaptation strategies. Hansen has advised on regional and municipal planning policies, emphasizing trust-based governance and community engagement. His research explores the interplay between strategic planning and grassroots participation, with a focus on urban and rural resilience. Notable contributions include analyses of Denmark's development planning systems and the role of soft planning instruments in addressing complex spatial challenges.

Markus Grillitschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Economic Geography
• Innovation Studies
• Regional Development
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Markus Grillitsch is Professor in the Department of Human Geography at Lund University and Director of CIRCLE (Centre for Innovation, Research and Competence in the Learning Economy). His work spans EU member states, transition economies, and developing countries with focus on spatial transformation processes. His research interests include: Economic Geography and Innovation Studies Regional Development and Knowledge Institutions Place-Based Leadership and Institutional Entrepreneurship Network Analysis and Policy Implementation Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on energy justice transitions, innovation policy limitations, and multi-scale inequality analysis. His work connects theoretical frameworks with empirical studies of regional diversification and agency-structure dynamics. Key recurring themes include sustainable development pathways, capabilities approaches, and institutional transformation processes across diverse geographical contexts. Current research projects include: Multi-level learning journeys for green and just regional transformations (Vinnova-funded) Economic resilience through Swedish hidden champions study Circular value chains and policy dynamics research Klimatneutrala städer 2030 urban climate initiative Grillitsch's work actively contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through research on economic growth, reduced inequalities, sustainable cities, and climate action. His fingerprint analysis shows strongest connections to Innovation (100%), Knowledge (93%), and Regional Development (66%) research domains.

Lu Yiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chinese Economy
• Public Finance
• Global Economic Governance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lu Yi is a Professor at the Department of Economics, Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management , holding a CITIC Chair Professor since 2022. He is also Director of multiple research centers , including the Tsinghua University China Economic and Social Data Research Center and the Center for International Economics. A doctoral supervisor , he has guided students across institutions and academic programs. Lu Yi's education includes a BA from Fudan University's School of Life Sciences (1999) , an MA from Fudan University's School of Management (2003) , and a PhD from the University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Business and Economics (2007) . His research focuses on Chinese economy, public finance, and global economic governance , with particular emphasis on trade liberalization, institutional quality, and environmental policy. Key research areas : Trade policy impacts, productivity gains from trade, environmental regulation effects, and labor market responses to technological change Leadership roles : Editorial board member of American Economic Journal: Economic Policy , Co-Editor of China & World Economy , former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Economic Journal Policy advisory : Expert for National Healthcare Security Administration's DIP payment system, National Council Member for Social and Economic Council His scientific awards span national and provincial levels , including the First Sun Shangqing Young Scholar Award , Pushan World Economics Outstanding Paper Youth Award , and multiple provincial social science achievement awards in Shandong, Liaoning, Zhejiang, Fujian, and Sichuan. His publications in top journals like the Journal of Public Economics , Review of Economics and Statistics , and Nature Climate Change demonstrate his influence in applied economics and policy research.

Davide Lucaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Economic Geography
• Political Economy
• Public Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Davide Luca is an Associate Professor of Economic Geography at the Department of Land Economy, University of Cambridge , and a Visiting Senior Fellow at the London School of Economics (LSE) International Inequalities Institute . He previously held roles as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School and worked for the European Commission. He holds a PhD in Economic Geography from LSE . His research focuses on territorial inequality , place-based public policy evaluation , and the socio-political consequences of spatial disparities. He explores how regional and urban-rural divides influence individual attitudes and policy outcomes. His work has been cited by major media outlets like the New York Times and Le Monde . Dr Luca is affiliated with Fitzwilliam College (Cambridge), the Cambridge Centre for Environment, Energy and Natural Resource Governance , and the Omero Centre for Urban Research . He teaches Regional Economics and Policy and Place-based Policy at Cambridge.

George Musgraveمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Mental Health in Music Industry
• Cultural Sociology
• Creative Industries
• +۴ مورد دیگر

George Musgrave is a Senior Lecturer in Cultural Sociology and Creative Industries at the Institute for Creative and Cultural Entrepreneurship (ICCE) at Goldsmiths, University of London. An interdisciplinary sociologist of culture, he specializes in researching musicians' psychosocial working lives with a focus on mental health and wellbeing in the music industry. His work has directly influenced industry practices and government policy, including the establishment of the Music Minds Matter helpline in 2017. Dr. Musgrave holds a PhD from the Centre for Competition Policy (UEA), an MA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics, and a Cambridge MA (Cantab) in Social and Political Science. His academic journey reflects his interdisciplinary approach that bridges sociology, psychology, and economics in understanding creative work. His research interests center on the psychological experiences and working conditions of creative careers, particularly examining how the music industry impacts mental health. Musgrave investigates the paradox where music-making can be therapeutic while building a music career often proves detrimental to wellbeing. His work explores the intersections of identity, class, gender, and economic precarity in creative labor, with particular attention to how social media, streaming platforms, and industry structures affect musicians' mental health. Analyzing his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on mental health in the music industry across multiple dimensions: epidemiological studies of anxiety and depression among musicians, interventions and policy solutions, the impact of digital platforms, and the cultural narratives surrounding musical work. His research spans methodological approaches from quantitative surveys to qualitative interviews and critical policy analysis, consistently highlighting the need for structural changes in the music industry to support artist wellbeing. Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health (FRSPH) Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Editorial Board member of Cultural Trends journal Royal Musical Association Music and Mental Health Group Research Coordinator Dr. Musgrave has supervised 68 MA dissertations to completion and seven doctoral projects, including Dr. Steven Sparling (2021). His current PhD supervision spans interdisciplinary topics connecting music, psychology, and sociology. He has secured significant research funding from diverse sources including UKRI (ESRC), the Mayor of London, Help Musicians UK, and the Danish Partnership for Sustainable Development in Music. His major projects include 'Can Music Make You Sick?' and 'When Music Speaks,' which represent the largest studies to date on musicians' mental health in the UK and Scandinavia respectively. Beyond academia, Musgrave maintains an active music career, having signed with EMI/Sony/ATV and performed at major festivals including Reading and Leeds.

• Public Health
• Pediatrics
• Child Health Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Eastwood is a **Clinical Professor** affiliated with the **University of Sydney** (School of Public Health) and holds adjunct roles at UNSW Sydney and Griffith University. He specializes in **public health, child health policy, and integrated care**, with a focus on vulnerable populations. His current roles include Director of Community Paediatrics at Sydney Local Health District, Director of the Early Years Research Group, and leader of the Healthy Homes and Neighborhoods Integrated Care Initiative. **Education**: PhD, MBChB (Medicine), DCH (Diploma of Child Health), and multiple other credentials in public health and health management. **Research Interests** include: - Sector capacity building - Trans-generational health transmission - Integrated care models for children and families - Maternal and child health equity **Grants & Projects**: Secured $29M in government funding for initiatives like Aboriginal home visiting programs, perinatal coordination, and place-based interventions in disadvantaged communities. Recent work includes a $1.5M grant (2015-17) for integrated care for vulnerable families. **Professional Activities**: Executive member of the International Society for Social Paediatrics, chairs NSW Regional Committee of the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine (AFPHM), and advises the WHO on child health. **Research Collaborations**: Leads the Sydney-based Early Years Research Group (affiliated with multiple universities) conducting projects such as EMR data linkage studies, refugee child longitudinal studies, and evaluations of integrated care programs.

• International Development Cooperation
• Sustainable Development
• Local Development
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Alberto Brugnoli is a Full Professor in Applied Economics at the University of Bergamo, Italy, where he has served since 2020. He holds the UNESCO Chair on Human Rights, International Cooperation and Sustainable Development and serves as Delegate for International Cooperation in Developing Countries at the University of Bergamo. His academic career spans over 30 years with progressive appointments from Researcher to Full Professor. Brugnoli's research focuses on International Development Cooperation, Sustainable Development, Local Development, Regional Governance and Policy, Migration, Municipal Financing, and Trade. His work demonstrates a strong international dimension through collaborations with institutions like Fundação Getulio Vargas (Brazil), McGill University (Canada), OECD, and the European Commission. His recent publications show a clear trajectory toward sustainability, decarbonization, and economic transition topics. His research output reveals a progression from traditional economic policy topics toward contemporary challenges of sustainability, climate change, and social development. The most recent publications (2022-2025) predominantly address decarbonization, sustainable economic transitions, and regional development strategies, reflecting current global economic policy priorities. Award by the Scientific Committee of the First Report on Finance of the Rosselli Foundation (2012) Award by the NATO Assistant Secretary General for Public Diplomacy (2009) Recognition from Università Bocconi for editorial contributions (1999) Brugnoli has advised numerous international research projects and has extensive teaching experience in Development Economics, Regional Economics, and International Cooperation. His leadership extends to serving as President of the Master's Degree Program in Human Rights, Migration and International Cooperation (2018-2022) and various delegate roles at the University of Bergamo.

Andrew Hoolachanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Urban Governance
• Urban Political Ecology
• Sustainability
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Andrew Hoolachan is a Lecturer in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Glasgow's School of Social and Political Sciences. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge, an MSc from UCL, and an MA from the University of St Andrews. His research focuses on urban governance, sustainability, and political ecology, particularly exploring localism, devolution, and scalar politics in UK cities. He has conducted fieldwork in East London examining the Localism Act's impact on sustainable urban development and the Olympic Legacy. His methodological expertise includes visual and digital methods, policy analysis, and urban political ecology frameworks. Theoretical interests span scale constructions, cultural geographies, and phenomenology. He is affiliated with the Socio-Environmental Action and Place & Built Environment research groups. Recent outputs include studies on urban flood resilience, housing retrofitting, and walking-based pedagogy. His work bridges academic research with policy practice, contributing to reports for institutions like the Royal Town Planning Institute and the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence. He teaches modules on spatial planning strategies and urban economics, emphasizing experiential learning approaches.