جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Neda Norouziمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Architectural Design
• Universal Design
• Therapeutic Environments
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Neda Norouzi, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture and Planning, Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design, University of Texas at San Antonio. She holds the Klesse Endowed Fellowship and focuses on designing inclusive, health-centric environments. University: The University of Texas at San Antonio School: Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design Department: Architecture and Planning Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Email: neda.norouzi@utsa.edu Her research spans Health-focused Architecture , Universal Design , and Intergenerational Spaces , with recent work analyzing therapeutic environments for autism, geriatric psychiatry, and aging-in-place technologies. Publications emphasize integrating human development theories into architectural practice. Key article trends include Universal Design for disabilities, Therapeutic Environments for mental health, and Intergenerational Interaction in community spaces. Her work bridges architectural theory with practical applications for vulnerable populations. Scientific Awards : Klesse Endowed Fellow Dr. Norouzi has no available data on students, grants, or labs in the provided texts.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Video Game Effects on Cognition
• Visual Perception
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Daphné Bavelier is a prominent Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, with an extensive research portfolio spanning cognitive neuroscience, video game effects on cognition, and neuroplasticity. Her work has established her as a leading authority on how digital experiences, particularly video gaming, reshape brain function and cognitive abilities. Professor Bavelier's primary research interests focus on understanding how action video game play enhances various cognitive functions including attentional control, perceptual learning, and task-switching abilities. Her groundbreaking work demonstrates that video games are not merely entertainment but powerful tools for cognitive enhancement, with implications for education, rehabilitation, and cognitive training across the lifespan. She investigates how gaming experience alters neural processing in visual attention, spatial cognition, and multitasking abilities, challenging traditional assumptions about screen time effects. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward translational research, where fundamental discoveries about gaming's cognitive benefits are being applied to clinical populations. Her work now spans amblyopia treatment through video game therapy, anxiety reduction in adolescents, and cognitive interventions for autism spectrum disorder. Notably, her research increasingly examines contextual factors rather than screen time alone, emphasizing that how technology is used matters more than mere exposure duration. Professor Bavelier has supervised 42 academic works throughout her career, mentoring the next generation of cognitive scientists. Her research has garnered significant attention, with many publications accumulating thousands of views and downloads, reflecting the broad impact of her work across multiple disciplines including psychology, neuroscience, education, and clinical practice.

Miriam Compagnoniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Educational Psychology
• Self-Regulated Learning
• Mindsets and Behavioral Self-Regulation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Miriam Compagnoni is a Senior Teaching and Research Assistant at the Institute of Educational Science, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Zurich. She has been affiliated with the University of Zurich since 2014, initially as an Assistant and promoted to Senior Assistant in 2021. Concurrently, she has served as a lecturer at the Zurich University of the Arts since 2018, teaching pedagogy and educational psychology in the BA Art Education program. Her research focuses on educational psychology with particular emphasis on: Self-regulation and self-concepts in educational settings School and teaching development processes Early childhood education, especially at the kindergarten level Mindsets and their influence on learning behaviors Teacher professional development and collaboration Dr. Compagnoni's work examines how students' self-regulated learning abilities develop and how educational environments can be optimized to enhance learning outcomes. Her methodological approach combines quantitative and qualitative techniques, often employing experience sampling methods to capture real-time data on educational processes. Recent research has investigated the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students' competencies and self-concept, teachers' implicit theories of professional abilities, and the development of digital mindset interventions to support STEM education. Her publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding the psychological mechanisms underlying educational success across developmental stages, with increasing attention to teacher collaboration and school improvement processes. Her work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications, making meaningful contributions to both academic knowledge and educational practice. Dr. Compagnoni has received significant recognition for her research: Swiss Society for Educational Research Young Researcher Award for her publication 'Play it safe or play to learn: Mindsets and behavioral self-regulation in kindergarten' First Poster Prize at the Society for Empirical Educational Research Conference (GEBF), Basel, Switzerland, February 2018 She is actively involved in multiple research projects at the Institute of Educational Science, including LEAPS (Zürcher Lernverlaufserhebung), MindMINT, SIC (School Improvement Capacity for Academic Learning), and IBIS (Ich bin ich – Selbstkonzepte & Selbstregulation im Kindergarten). Her teaching includes courses such as 'Mentoring for the Next Generation,' reflecting her commitment to developing future educators and translating research into practical applications that promote equal educational opportunities.

Thomas Lewisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human Rights
• Constitutional Law
• Freedom of Expression
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Thomas Lewis is Professor at Nottingham Law School, Nottingham Trent University, teaching Public Law and Human Rights on the LLB while leading the LLM 'Expression Rights' module. He serves as Director of the Centre for Rights & Justice and coordinates the institution's Research Excellence Framework (REF) submissions, having led the 2021 assessment and preparing for the next cycle. His academic foundation includes Jurisprudence and History studies at Jesus College, University of Oxford, followed by legal practice as a solicitor specializing in civil litigation at a major law firm before transitioning to academia. Professor Lewis's research centers on human rights and constitutional law with distinctive expertise in freedom of expression, freedom of religion or belief, and European Court of Human Rights jurisprudence. His current work innovatively examines intersections between human rights, historical memory, and heritage controversies—particularly disputes over public memorials and statues. This scholarship bridges legal doctrine with historical and social analysis, revealing how collective memory shapes contemporary rights debates. His publication trajectory shows consistent evolution from foundational work on religious dress and political advertising toward interdisciplinary explorations of historical memory in human rights contexts. Recent outputs demonstrate growing engagement with decolonization debates, public space regulation, and the procedural dimensions of judicial review within European human rights frameworks. Professor Lewis actively supervises doctoral candidates and dissertations across all Law School programs. His research collaborations include Professor Peter Cumper (University of Leicester) and Professor Javier Garcia Oliva (University of Manchester). Funding sources for his projects comprise: Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) US State Department Aspect Foundation Through the Centre for Rights & Justice, he develops impactful public engagement initiatives including the 'Brave New World' role-playing board game—designed to teach human rights principles through experiential learning. His outreach extends to schools, museums, legal practitioners, prison populations, and NGOs, demonstrating commitment to translating academic work into practical societal understanding.

Michail Giannakosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Educational Technology
• Learning Analytics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michail (Michalis) Giannakos is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Information Systems, University of Agder (UiA) . He serves as Head of the Learner-Computer Interaction Lab at NTNU. His career spans multiple institutions, including roles as EAISI Visiting Professor (TU/e, Netherlands), Honorary Professor (UCL, UK), Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, and Assistant Professor. Giannakos' research focuses on emerging technologies in online/hybrid education , with emphasis on student/instructor experiences, gamification , STEM learning , augmented reality , and multimodal learning analytics . His recent publications explore generative AI for educational feedback , embodied mathematics , and AR applications for autistic children . 2024–present: Adjunct Professor, UiA 2020–present: Professor/Head, NTNU 2023–2024: EAISI Visiting Professor, TU/e 2022–2023: Honorary Professor, UCL He has received prestigious awards, including the RCN Young Research Talents grant , ERCIM Fellowship , and Outstanding Academic Award (NTNU) . His funded projects include AutoTRUST (Horizon Europe), COMnPLAY-Science (Horizon 2020), and Surrounded by Science (Horizon 2020). Giannakos serves as Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal of Child-Computer Interaction and sits on editorial boards of IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies , Behaviour & Information Technology , and others. He has reviewed for the European Commission and US-NSF .

• Computational Electromagnetics
• Microwave Imaging
• Antenna Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Francesca Vipiana is a Full Professor of Electromagnetic Fields at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications at the Polytechnic University of Turin (POLITO). She is also a member of the Interdepartmental Center PolitoBIOMed Lab - Biomedical Engineering Lab. With over 20 years of full-time research experience, Prof. Vipiana has established herself as a leading expert in computational electromagnetics and microwave imaging systems. Her research interests span antenna design , computational electromagnetics , microwave imaging for medical applications, and food safety/security monitoring . She has pioneered work in numerical techniques based on integral equations and method of moments, with particular focus on multiresolution and hierarchical schemes, domain decomposition, and advanced integration methods. Prof. Vipiana's recent publications show a strong trend toward medical diagnostics using microwave technology, particularly for Alzheimer's disease detection and brain stroke imaging. Her work increasingly integrates machine learning with electromagnetic sensing, and she has developed portable, low-cost microwave imaging systems using off-the-shelf components. Lot Shafai Mid-Career Distinguished Achievement Award (2017) URSI Young Scientist Award (2005) IEEE WiEM best poster award (2009) ISMB Best Paper Award (2011) Prof. Vipiana serves as Principal Investigator for multiple significant research projects including the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action EMERALD, the Proof of Concept FastFood project, and the national PRIN project BEST-Food. She currently supervises 13 PhD students working on diverse topics from microwave brain imaging to glide-symmetric metamaterials. As an Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation and the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine, she plays a key role in advancing the field. Her research group focuses on bridging theoretical electromagnetics with practical applications in healthcare and food safety.

Christian Eidevaldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Preschool Pedagogy
• Gender Studies in Education
• Children's Rights
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Christian Eidevald is a Visiting Professor in Pedagogy with a focus on Preschool at Södertörn University since July 2023. He holds associate professorships in Preschool Didactics at Stockholm University and Gothenburg University. His career spans roles as a preschool teacher, acting principal, program manager for preschool teacher education at Stockholm University, and development manager in Gothenburg's preschool administration. Preschool Pedagogy Gender Studies in Education Children's Rights Advocacy Systematic Quality Work Leadership in Early Childhood Education His research focuses on preschool pedagogy, gender dynamics, systematic quality work, and children's rights. Recent publications address leadership in vulnerable areas, language teaching, and gender balance in ECEC. He participates in the Nordic Research Network for Evidence-Based High-Quality Preschool for Social Justice as a researcher. His recent work includes 2024 conference presentations on crisis leadership and curriculum analysis, a 2024 book chapter on language engagement, and a 2023 book chapter on crisis leadership. In 2023 , he published on embodied intersectionality in male teachers' career choices and contributed to 'The Educational Scientific Core of Preschool'. His 2022 work includes video observation methods and child-centered quality work, while 2021 focused on gender and professionalization in ECEC.

Antal Bodóczkyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Media Design
• Visual Communication
• Exhibition Experience Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Antal Bodóczky is an assistant professor at the Department of Media Design , Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design , where he has taught since 2000. His work spans exhibition experience design , visual design , kinetic installation , and music video direction , integrating media design with spatial storytelling. Education: Degree in Visual Communication Design from the Hungarian University of Applied Arts, currently part of the MOME Doctoral School. Research Focus: Combines exhibition design , theatre visual design , and interactive installations to create immersive cultural experiences. Professional Highlights: Designed major exhibitions like Hungarian Bride (2023) and Danube Clock (2017), emphasizing historical narratives and innovative spatial organization. Scientific Awards: 2016 Csontváry high-profile purchase award 2016 Reformation 500 design competition prize 2015 Arte Laguna Prize finalist 2014 Milan Expo special prize

• Optical Networks
• Network Resource Allocation
• Deep Reinforcement Learning
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ehsan Etezadi is a visiting researcher and doctoral student at Chalmers University of Technology, affiliated with the Department of Electrical Engineering (E2) and actively contributing to advancements in Optical Networks . His research focuses on Network Resource Allocation , Deep Reinforcement Learning , and Spectrum Management in Elastic Optical Networks . He has played a pivotal role in the PROTECT project (2021–2024), which addresses resilient and secure networks for critical infrastructures. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in creating AI-driven solutions for spectrum defragmentation, programmable filterless optical network design, and impairment-aware resource allocation in multi-band environments. These works highlight his contributions to WDM Metro Network Optimization , Network Digital Twins , and Transport API Integration . Research Highlights Developing DeepDefrag - a reinforcement learning framework for spectrum defragmentation Advancing Filterless Optical Networks architecture Implementing AI-based Network Control via digital twins Addressing Joint Fragmentation and QoT Challenges

• Role-playing Games
• Transgender Studies
• Game Design Ethics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Josephine Baird is a Lecturer at the Department of Game Design, Uppsala University, specializing in the intersection of role-playing games, transgender studies, and inclusive design practices. Her work explores how immersive gameplay can facilitate identity exploration and social growth. Current affiliation: Uppsala University, Department of Game Design Research focus: Gender representation in games, liminality in role-playing, ethical game design Her recent publications analyze transgender embodiment in digital environments and the pedagogical potential of role-playing games. Collaborative works with scholars like Sarah Lynne Bowman and Sabine Grayling emphasize systemic critique in game mechanics. Contact: josephine.baird@speldesign.uu.se

• Sustainable Education
• Early Childhood Education
• Childhood Sociology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Liv Torunn Grindheim is Professor at the Department of Pedagogy, Religion and Social Science, University of Bergen. She leads the research group Barnehagen som (ut)danningsarena (Kindergarten as Education Arena), serves as editor of Nordisk barnehageforskning (Nordic Early Childhood Education Research), and contributes to BARNkunne Centre for Kindergarten Research. With 19 years in kindergarten teacher education since 2005, she actively shapes sustainable and democratic practices in early childhood contexts. Her research integrates childhood sociology, cultural-historical theory, and critical ethnography to investigate sustainable education, children's democratic participation, and teacher professionalism. Key interests include material conditions for exploration, children as citizens, play theory, and anti-bullying approaches. She challenges deficit perspectives on childhood, emphasizing children's agency in co-constructing educational environments through participatory methodologies. Recent publications (2021-2023) demonstrate consistent focus on practical applications of democratic and sustainable pedagogies. Articles explore board games for sustainability education, nature-technology exploration materials, photo-elicitation methods, lived democracy beyond socialization, and contextual anti-bullying strategies. This body of work reveals methodological innovation while addressing urgent societal challenges in early childhood education. Her research affiliations include: Leader of Barnehagen som (ut)danningsarena Member of BARNkunne Centre for Kindergarten Research Contributor to Utdanning for bærekraft (Education for Sustainability) Member of Vilkår for barns utforskning (Conditions for Children's Exploration) Teaching responsibilities span sustainable education through child participation (BLU), Master in Kindergarten Knowledge, PhD methodology courses, and knowledge development leadership programs. While her editorial and research group leadership is well-documented, specific student supervision details and grant information remain unreported in available sources.

Soo-Young Hongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Childhood Education
• Child Development
• Inclusive Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Soo-Young Hong serves as the Alan T. Seagren Associate Professor in Education within the Department of Child, Youth & Family Studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Education. Her academic work centers on early childhood development, inclusive education practices for children with disabilities, and the intersection of parenting, work, and child outcomes. Dr. Hong's research addresses critical issues in preschool education quality, teacher effectiveness, and family support systems through interdisciplinary methodologies. Her educational background includes: Ph.D., Purdue University, 2008 Dr. Hong's research program investigates multiple dimensions of early childhood development and education. Key areas include the development of social competence in children with disabilities, teacher practices in early science education, and parenting dynamics among working mothers. Her work on inclusive classrooms examines peer interactions and teacher scaffolding, while her studies on breastfeeding and maternal employment contribute to public health understanding. She also applies GIS mapping to analyze quality-of-life indicators in Nebraska communities, demonstrating methodological versatility across education, health, and spatial sciences. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a sustained commitment to improving early childhood education through teacher development and inclusive practices. Her science education research emphasizes reflective teaching and questioning techniques, while her work on children with disabilities focuses on social inclusion. Additionally, her interdisciplinary projects using GIS mapping to study migration and demographic patterns in Nebraska demonstrate a broad application of research to community well-being, bridging educational theory with real-world policy implications.

• Digital Business Strategy
• Digital Transformation
• Impact of Digital on Learning
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Evgeny Kaganer is a Professor in the Department of Operations, Information and Technology at IESE Business School. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Information Systems) from Louisiana State University, an MBA from Syracuse University, and a medical degree from Ural State Medical Academy. Research Interests: His work focuses on digital business strategy, digital transformation, and the impact of technology on learning. He explores how digitalization and AI reshape organizations, IT consumption patterns, and data-driven decision-making frameworks. Publications: His research appears in top journals like Academy of Management Review, MIS Quarterly, and MIT Sloan Management Review, covering digital transformation, organizational inertia, and technology's socio-economic impacts. He has also contributed to cases, technical notes, and industry publications. Scientific Awards: Recognized as a top 100 business school professor by the Economist Intelligence Unit (2013) Executive Education & Consultancy: He has collaborated with multinational companies like Schneider Electric, Oracle, and Gazprom Neft, and played a pivotal role in developing Barco’s weconnect virtual classroom solution and IESE Online.

Antonia Ivaldiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Music Psychology
• Social Interaction
• Social Psychology of Music
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Antonia Ivaldi is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Aberystwyth University, where she has been a faculty member since 2010. She holds a BSc (Hons) in psychology with music, and completed her MSc and PhD in music psychology at Keele University's Unit for the Study of Musical Skill and Development. As a Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she brings extensive expertise to her academic role. Her educational background includes: BSc (Hons) in Psychology with Music MSc in Music Psychology from Keele University PhD in Music Psychology from Keele University ILM Level 7 Certificate in Executive Coaching and Mentoring Dr. Ivaldi's primary research focuses on the social psychology of music and social interaction , with particular attention to conversation analysis in musical contexts. Her work explores how people engage with music, develop musical identities, and interact in performance settings. More recently, she has expanded her research to examine coaching psychology and the role of natural environments in promoting wellbeing and personal development. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges psychology, music education, and outdoor therapy. Her publication record shows a clear evolution from early work on musical identity and role models among young musicians toward more recent investigations of conversation dynamics in musical settings and the therapeutic potential of nature-based coaching. This trajectory reflects her growing interest in applied psychological interventions that connect music, social interaction, and wellbeing in both educational and therapeutic contexts. Dr. Ivaldi has received recognition for her contributions to the field: Music Psychology award (2013) Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society (C.Psychol) Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) ILM Level 7 Certificate in Executive Coaching and Mentoring Throughout her career at Aberystwyth University, Dr. Ivaldi has held significant administrative roles including Director of Learning and Teaching and Director of Undergraduate Studies for the Department of Psychology (2010-2016). She established and chaired the department's learning and teaching committee, contributed to university committees, and played a key role in securing BPS accreditation in 2013. Her externally funded research includes a Royal Society project on 'Creating and experiencing restorative spaces at work' (2020-2021) examining wellbeing among NHS staff. Dr. Ivaldi serves as Associate Editor for the online journal Music Performance Research and previously chaired the Music, Identity and Social Interaction Conference at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester. Her professional activities demonstrate a commitment to building scholarly communities around her interdisciplinary research interests.

Arifa Rahmanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Educational Psychology
• Early Childhood Education
• Primary Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Arifa Rahman is an Academic Fellow for teaching and research at the School of Education in the Faculty of Arts and Education at Charles Sturt University. With a strong academic background including a Bachelor of Education and Master's from the University of Dhaka, a second Master's from Flinders University as an Endeavour Scholarship recipient, and currently pursuing her PhD funded by Charles Sturt University and the Australian Government Research Training Program, she brings extensive expertise to her role. Bed (Hons) from University of Dhaka MEd from University of Dhaka (Educational Psychology and Guidance) MEd from Flinders University (Special Education) PhD (ongoing) from Charles Sturt University Her research focuses on early childhood education, particularly examining inclusion through cultural-historical theoretical frameworks. She explores how play-based learning can promote transformative inclusion in early years settings, with a growing body of work analyzing cultural-historical approaches to educational equity. Her recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward understanding how Vygotskian theories can inform contemporary inclusive education practices. Her scholarly output shows significant growth in recent years, with 5 publications in 2024 alone, primarily focusing on cultural-historical approaches to inclusion in early childhood education. These works collectively examine how theoretical frameworks can be applied to create more inclusive learning environments, particularly through play-based approaches and cultural understanding. Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship (AGRTP) 2023 ($176,589) Endeavour Postgraduate Scholarship 2016 ($140,500) Charles Sturt Excellence Awards: Research Chancellor's Letter of Commendation from Flinders University Golden Key International Honour Society Membership As an educator, Rahman teaches multiple courses at Charles Sturt University including Critical Studies in Education and Practice, Programming Teaching and Learning in Inclusive Settings, Collaboration and Teamwork in the Inclusive School, Environmental Sustainability in Early Childhood, and Adolescent Learning and Development. She has received research grants from the Centre for Research Innovation and Transformation in Bangladesh, the Ministry of Social Welfare in Bangladesh, and the Fakir Memorial Foundation. She is actively involved with the Children's Voices Centre at CSU and the International Society for Cultural-historical and Activity Research (ISCAR).