جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Raffaella Siniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cultural Landscapes
• Landscape Architecture
• Urban Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Raffaella Sini is an Associate Professor and Director of the Landscape Architecture Program at the University of Idaho’s College of Art and Architecture. She holds a PhD in Landscape Architecture from the University of Rome La Sapienza (2001) and a Master of Architecture (1994), also from Rome. Prior roles include Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore and teaching at multiple international institutions. Her research focuses on cultural landscapes, temporary installations, and community engagement through design. She co-founded the design collective LAND-I archicolture, exploring narrative-driven installations that bridge art and landscape architecture. Key projects include the Palouse Railtowns Cultural Landscape initiative and Singapore’s Park System Master Planning research, supported by grants from NEA, the University of Idaho, and Singapore’s National Heritage Board. Awards include the Paul G. Windley Faculty Excellence Award (2018) and a National Endowment for the Arts grant (2020-2021). She has authored books such as Temporary Gardens (Routledge, 2021) and over 20 peer-reviewed articles on topics like postcolonial urban landscapes and community-based design methodologies. Her work emphasizes humanities-centered approaches to landscape architecture, advocating for inclusive practices that communicate cultural and environmental values to communities.

Laura Colucci-Grayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainability Education
• STEAM Education
• Science Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Laura Colucci-Gray serves as Personal Chair in Science and Sustainability Education at the University of Edinburgh's Moray House School of Education and Sport, where she joined in 2018 after 13 years at Aberdeen and Glasgow universities. A founding member of Italy's InterUniversity Research Institute for Sustainability (IRIS), she maintains active leadership roles including co-editorship of the Scottish Educational Review and board membership with One Seed Forward. Education: BSc Natural Sciences with Master's dissertation in Science Education, University of Turin (1998, 110/110 cum laude) PhD in Science Education Research Interests: Her work pioneers the transition from science to sustainability education through critical discourse analysis and reconfigured educational settings that integrate mind-body connections, community-place relationships, and transdisciplinary understanding. She champions STEAM education, place-based outdoor learning, and participatory methodologies grounded in contemplative ecology, visual methods, and citizen science, emphasizing social justice through arts-science collaborations and embodied cognition approaches. Scientific Awards: Piedmont Regional Council Fellowship (2009) Higher Education Academy Travel Grant (2012) BERA Research Commission Award (2015) Advising and Grants: She supervises 6 current PhD students including Daniel Woodah (indigenous climate knowledge) and Carolyn Cooke (music education identity), while previously guiding 6 graduates on topics from teacher mentoring to digital citizen science tools. Current funding includes EPSRC's £1m SENSE project (Co-I), Scottish Government's £50k Attainment Challenge (Co-I), and her £18k Food Activism project (PI), building on past successes like the BERA STEAM Commission and Aberdeen City Council's school gardens initiative. Labs and Teams: Professor Colucci-Gray leads interdisciplinary collaborations with biological sciences researchers through projects like 'Oil to Soil' and 'Naturehood', while directing community partnerships with One Seed Forward to implement school food gardens. Her teams integrate sensorial learning, haptic pedagogy, and arts-science methodologies across Scottish regeneration areas and international contexts including Tanzania and Argentina.

Iris Duhnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Childhood Education
• Sustainability Education
• Climate Change Education
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Professor Iris Duhn leads the Early Years Research Lab in the Faculty of Education at the University of Tasmania. Her research focuses on early childhood curriculum, critical childhood studies, and sustainability education, with particular emphasis on climate change pedagogy. She has extensive experience in research leadership, course development, and mentoring. Duhn's current work explores climate change education frameworks and place-based pedagogies for young children. She frequently publishes in high-impact international journals and serves on editorial boards including Environmental Education Research and Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood. PhD, Auckland University (2006) MA, University of Canterbury (2001) BA(Hons), University of Canterbury (2000) Fluent in German Her recent publications focus on ecopedagogical approaches, educational research utilization, and language teaching methodologies. Articles demonstrate strong interdisciplinary connections between education, sustainability, and socio-material theories.

Lisa Papatraianouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Education
• Teacher Resilience
• Professional Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lisa Papatraianou is an Associate Professor in Education - Professional Learning and Associate Dean for Work Integrated Learning at the Faculty of Arts and Society. She oversees work-integrated learning in Education, Business, Law, Humanitarian Aid, and the Arts. Her expertise spans professional experience, practitioner research, arts-based methodologies, and human resilience, particularly focusing on teachers, teacher educators, and youth. Dr. Papatraianou holds a BEd (Honours), Grad Cert (Academic Practice), and a PhD. She is a Maurice de Rohan Scholar and Australian Endeavour Research Fellow, and recipient of the Australian Teacher Education Association’s University-School Partnership Award. Her research explores resilience in diverse educational contexts, including remote settings and cross-cultural dynamics. Key contributions include studies on pre-service teacher preparedness, simulated teaching practices, and the impact of cultural transitions on student resilience. Recent work emphasizes post-teaching career satisfaction and ethical dilemmas in educational practice. She has been involved in projects like the Rural Oral Language and Literacy (ROLL) initiative (2020-2022), focusing on phonological awareness in early education. Awards and recognitions highlight her commitment to student learning and university-school collaborations.

Karen Huxtable-Jesterمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Educational Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Teaching Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karen Huxtable-Jester is a Senior Lecturer and Professor of Instruction in the Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), affiliated with the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences. She has taught at UTD since 2000, previously teaching at institutions like The Ohio State University and Central Ohio Technical College. Her work focuses on the science of teaching and learning, emphasizing student engagement and reflective practices to drive educational change. Education: Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, The Ohio State University (1995) M.S. in Clinical Child Psychology, The Ohio State University (1992) B.S. in Psychology, University of Massachusetts at Amherst (1986) Her research interests include developmental-social-educational psychology, particularly processes of teacher belief and practice change through self-reflection. She advocates for active learning, critical thinking, and the integration of original research into curricula to foster lifelong learning skills. Her 2021 publication explores how physical and institutional spaces influence educational development, highlighting the importance of place-based approaches. She has received prestigious awards such as the Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award and was inducted into the UT System Academy of Distinguished Teachers. Awards: 2019 Piper Professor UT System Academy of Distinguished Teachers (2019) Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award As a teaching support coordinator, Huxtable-Jester emphasizes relevance in coursework to motivate students and has shaped pedagogical practices at UTD through advocacy and mentorship.

Peter Kiangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Education
• Asian Americans
• Ethnic Studies Curriculum
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Nien-chu Kiang is a Professor and Director of the Asian American Studies Program at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he has taught since 1987. He has received the university’s highest honors—Chancellor’s Awards for Distinguished Teaching (2007), Service (2010), and Scholarship (2024)—in all three categories of faculty achievement. EdD in Teaching, Curriculum & Learning Environments from Harvard University EdM in Administration, Planning & Social Policy from Harvard University BA in Visual & Environmental Studies and Geological Sciences from Harvard University Kiang’s research and teaching focus on Education and Asian Americans , Ethnic Studies Curriculum , and Program Development in K-12 and higher education. His work also addresses minority and immigrant/refugee youth development, Asian American veterans , and AANAPISI institutions . He has pioneered pedagogical frameworks for refugees, veterans, and underserved communities. His publications span 2020–2006, addressing themes like the Japanese American redress movement , AANAPISI collaborations , refugee pedagogies , and transnational politics . Articles frequently intersect education , social justice , and community engagement , with recurring attention to urban contexts and policy implications . Scientific awards include: Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Teaching (2007) Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Service (2010) Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Scholarship (2024) Distinguished Scholar Award from AERA (2013) Lifetime Achievement Award from National Association for Asian American Studies (2014) Kiang has secured $9.1M in federal grants, including five five-year AANAPISI grants from the US Department of Education (2010–2024). He co-chaired the Massachusetts Advisory Committee for the US Commission on Civil Rights and led the Chinese Historical Society of New England, highlighting his commitment to community-university partnerships and historical preservation .

Zoe Robinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainability Science
• Climate Change Education
• Community Engagement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Zoe Robinson is Director of Education for Sustainability at Keele University's School of Life Sciences, with 20+ years of experience in sustainability transformations. She holds a BSc in Geography/Geology and PhD in Glacial Groundwater Geochemistry from Keele. She previously directed the Institute for Sustainable Futures and leads regional climate commissions. Her research focuses on community-centric decarbonisation approaches, green skills development, and sustainability pedagogy. Current projects include Net Zero Neighbourhoods design, hydrogen energy perception studies, and place-based skills bootcamps awarded Ofsted Outstanding in 2023. Educational leadership includes developing transnational sustainability programs and receiving: National Teaching Fellowship (2012) Principal Fellow of HEA (2015) THE Innovative Teacher shortlist (2019) She co-chairs the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges and leads the West Midlands Climate Ambassadors Hub.

Sicheng Heمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (MDO)
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Computational Aeroelasticity
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Sicheng He is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville since August 2023. He previously held postdoctoral research positions at MIT (2022-2023) and the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2020-2021), where he focused on computational aeroelasticity and multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO). Education: PhD in Aerospace Engineering (2020), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor MS in Applied Math (2015), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor MSE in Aerospace Engineering (2015), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor BSE in Aerospace Engineering (2013) and Mechanical Engineering (2013), Joint Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Research Interests: Sicheng He specializes in optimization techniques for large-scale dynamical systems, with emphasis on PDE-constrained optimization, mixed integer programming, and machine learning-based surrogate models. His work includes applications in wind energy systems, aircraft design (particularly transonic buffet analysis), and stability-constrained optimization frameworks. Publication Trends: His research output focuses on computational physics and optimization, with recurring themes in aerospace engineering, wind energy, and multidisciplinary design. Key methodologies include algorithmic differentiation, time-spectral solvers, and gradient-enhanced neural networks for aerodynamic shape optimization. Awards: Best student paper in MDO, 2nd place, AIAA Aviation Conference 2019 Professional Involvement: Active in AIAA and ICAO CAEP Working Group 3. Developed educational workshops on figure visualization and Git version control at MIT. Serves as reviewer for journals including AIAA Journal, Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, and International Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids.

Charles M. Boggsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Interior Design
• Hospitality Design
• Cruise Ship Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Charles M. Boggs is an Associate Chair and Professor of Interior Design at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), with concurrent part-time faculty roles at the University of Miami. He holds an M.A. in Interior Design from Florida International University and a B.Arch from the University of Cincinnati. His academic career spans over a decade, focusing on curriculum development, studio teaching methodologies, and industry collaboration through SCADpro partnerships with firms like Deloitte, Uber, and ICFF. His design practice expertise lies in high-end hospitality and cruise ship interior design, having served as Associate Vice President at Royal Caribbean Group and consultant for projects like the Edge-class Celebrity ships and Seabourn Legend revitalization. He is NCIDQ certified and actively involved in organizations like ASID, IIDA, and USGBC. Boggs’ research emphasizes sustainable design, wellness in built environments, and design education innovation. He has presented at conferences including IDEC and Design Research Society, addressing topics like healthy indoor environments and aging-in-place design frameworks. His awards include the SCAD Presidential Fellowship and Teaching Excellence Award.

Ray Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Health Technology
• Aging Communities
• eHealth Solutions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Ray Jones MBE is Professor of Health Informatics and Co-Director of the Centre for Health Technology at the University of Plymouth. With a PhD from Glasgow supervised by Tony Hedley, his 40-year career focuses on digital health innovations for vulnerable populations. His research empowers patients through technology access, combats digital inequality in rural/aging communities, and integrates sustainability into healthcare systems. Research interests span: Development of patient-accessible health records and telehealth systems Implementation of companion robots and voice AI in care settings Digital skills training for health professionals through nursing curriculum innovations Cross-generational co-design of XR technologies for health promotion Publication analysis reveals strong focus on extended reality applications (60% of recent works), voice AI systems (20%), and community co-design methods (20%), primarily targeting elderly wellbeing in restricted environments. Key application domains include dementia care, social isolation reduction, and cultural accessibility. Awards and honors: MBE for services to digital health (2021) Inclusion in Universities UK's 'Nation's Lifesavers' (2019) Supervised 28 PhD students across Glasgow and Plymouth. Secured £6M+ funding for EPIC project improving Cornish health innovation. Leads interdisciplinary teams at Centre for Health Technology developing solutions like Amazon Echo implementations in 150 care homes and Digital Health Champions student programs.

• Sociocultural Education
• Digital Literacies
• Play-Based Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anne Burke is a Professor in Literacy Education and Digital Learning at Memorial University of Newfoundland, serving as Project Lead for the Discovery Play Centre and leading a SSHRC-funded study (2020-2023) on arts-based pedagogy and social justice advocacy. Her research focuses on sociocultural perspectives, children’s rights, digital literacies, and community partnerships with cultural institutions like science museums and art galleries. She has over $1 million in research funding and has published extensively, including 10 books and 50+ peer-reviewed articles. Dr. Burke’s work emphasizes play-based learning, environmental education through augmented reality, and STEAM integration. She explores how children use digital tools to engage with ecological knowledge and advocate for social justice. Her interdisciplinary research spans global collaborations, including the UArctic’s Arctic issue networks. She actively engages in boards and community initiatives, promoting public education partnerships and teacher development. Her research addresses pandemic-era challenges in education, teacher well-being, and leveraging children’s voices in curricula. Despite numerous invited talks and recognitions, specific awards are not detailed in the text. She advises no listed students but collaborates globally on projects like environmental curricula and Indigenous reconciliation pedagogies. She is affiliated with the Public Engagement Office at Memorial University and contributes to policy briefs on inclusive education.

• Decolonial Methodology
• Community Engagement
• Sacred Investment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yasothara (Yaso) Nadarajah is Associate Professor in Global Studies at RMIT University's School of Global, Urban and Social Studies. Her research explores human ingenuity, community engagement, and sacred investment through decolonial frameworks. She conducts global ethnography primarily with Indigenous and tribal communities across diverse geographical regions. Her research examines: Decolonial methodologies in academic practice Community-based development alternatives Sacred economies and investment models Island spatiality and indigenous territories Transoceanic identities and diasporas Nadarajah's publications challenge conventional development paradigms through critical engagement with colonial legacies and community-centered approaches. Recent work analyzes decolonization of academic publishing, experiential learning through study tours, and the relationship between island spatiality and indigenous identity construction. She serves as co-editor-in-chief of 'Folk, Knowledge, Place' and holds adjunct positions at Centurion University (India) and South China University of Technology. As tribal elder in Papua New Guinea's Kukukuku community and committee member for Australia's Lake Bolac Eel Festival, she maintains deep community engagement that informs her scholarly practice.

Melinda K. Rangelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Business Education
• Entrepreneurship
• Career and Technical Education
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Melinda K. Rangel serves as the Marvin Sellberg Professor of Business Administration & Entrepreneurship and M.B.A. Program Director at Tabor College, leveraging her Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Wichita State University to advance business education and career development initiatives. Her academic credentials include: Ed. D., Educational Leadership, Wichita State University MSSL, Master of Science in School Leadership, Baker University MS, Master of Science in Business Education, Emporia State University BS, Bachelor of Science in Business Education, Emporia State University Dr. Rangel's research examines career and technical education through qualitative lenses, particularly narrative inquiry into career academy outcomes and first-generation student experiences. Her work bridges educational theory with practical applications in entrepreneurship education and college/career readiness frameworks. Publications consistently address business education pedagogy, work-based learning efficacy, and rural educational innovation, with recent emphasis on entrepreneurial mindset cultivation in Kansas communities as demonstrated in her 2024 USASBE presentation. Her distinguished awards reflect national recognition in business education leadership: 2021 Women Who Lead in Education, Wichita Business Journal National Secondary Business Teacher of the Year, National Business Education Association USD 373 Excellence in Teaching Award Winner Mountain-Plains Business Education Teacher of the Year Kansas Business Education Teacher of the Year As Kansas Collegiate DECA State Advisor and active member of the National Business Honor Society Governing Council, she directs student development programs while presenting research on career academy implementation at national conferences including AERA and NBEA.

Vanessa Robinson-Dooleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chronic Disease Management
• Behavioral Health
• Cultural Competence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vanessa Robinson-Dooley is Professor and Director of the PhD Program at Simmons University's School of Social Work. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP), her clinical expertise spans adolescent/adult psychotherapy, community health, and intimate partner violence intervention. She holds a PhD and MSW from the University of Georgia, an MPA from Drake University, and a BA from Spelman College. Her research examines self-management strategies for chronic disease/behavioral health disparities, particularly among African American populations. She co-leads an NIH-funded project developing peer-led interventions for Black men with chronic conditions and studies youth sports' impact on mental health. Additional foci include cultural competence in clinical practice and social work education reform. Publications consistently address health equity, cultural competency, and community-based interventions, with recent work emphasizing COVID-19 impacts on marginalized groups. Her research portfolio demonstrates methodological diversity including community participatory approaches. Awards & Honors: Governor's Teaching Fellowship (2018) WellStar College Faculty Fellow (2015-2016) Undergraduate Teacher of the Year (2012) Graduate Teacher of the Year (2011) Doctoral Student of the Year (2005) Teaching Portfolio Recognition (2004) As PhD Program Director, she oversees doctoral training and advises graduate researchers. She secured NIH funding as Co-PI for community health interventions and previously led university-community partnerships addressing geriatric health disparities.

Jennifer Braddockمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Health Communication
• Intercultural Communication
• Digital Communication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Braddock is a Lecturer in the Department of Communication at Santa Clara University's College of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in mass communication, intercultural communication, and digital media, with a focus on global citizenship and health communication. Dr. Braddock has taught since 2010 at institutions across the U.S. and Colombia, blending academic and corporate experience. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida in Mass Communication with an emphasis on International and Intercultural Communication, alongside a B.A. from Western Kentucky University and an M.Ed. from Georgia Southern University. Her research investigates health communication, media framing of medical issues, and international media practices. She has published over 20 articles and chapters, including her textbook Becoming Global Citizens . Recent work includes a 2022 study on health policy reporting and a 2020 framework for evaluating health news quality. Dr. Braddock also serves as a Fulbright Specialist (2023–2026), contributing to Latin American higher education initiatives. Education: B.A. Communication Studies & Spanish, Western Kentucky University (2004) M.Ed. Higher Education Administration, Georgia Southern University (2009) Ph.D. Mass Communication, University of Florida (emphasis: International/Intercultural Communication) Her teaching portfolio includes courses on technology in communication, research methods, and media studies. She is recognized for innovative use of platforms like Canvas and Articulate 360. Awards include the Moeller Student Competition Third Place paper (2011) and high student evaluations. Outside academia, Dr. Braddock volunteers in ESL education, military writing workshops, and youth sports coaching, embodying her commitment to community engagement and lifelong learning.