جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Clinical Sciences
• Psychology
• Communication and Media Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vasileios Stavropoulos is the Associate Dean, Higher Degree Research at RMIT University's Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences. His research focuses on behavioral addictions, digital phenotyping, and the psychological impacts of digital media, particularly in gaming and social media contexts. He supervises numerous research projects addressing topics like cyber-phenotyping via text mining, disordered gaming, and the interplay between digital media and mental health. Key research interests include the psychological mechanisms underlying problematic gaming and social media use, network analysis of addiction symptomologies, and the role of user-avatar bonds in behavioral disorders. His work integrates machine learning and behavioral science to predict and analyze addictive behaviors. Dr. Stavropoulos has published extensively on gaming disorder, social media addiction, and the mental health implications of digital media use. His collaborations span clinical psychology, public health, and computational methods, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to addressing modern behavioral challenges. He is actively engaged in higher degree research governance at RMIT, overseeing doctoral programs and fostering innovation in research methodologies. His contributions include developing scales for measuring addiction behaviors and advancing longitudinal studies on mental health correlations with digital engagement.

• Psychiatry
• Addiction Medicine
• Mental Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hüseyin ÜNÜBOL is an Associate Professor (part-time) at Uskudar University's Department of Psychiatry. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 2008 and completed his PhD in Psychiatry in 2010. He achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2020. His research focuses on behavioral addictions, psychiatric epidemiology, and mental health during crises. Notable areas include ADHD diagnostic methods, pandemic-related anxiety, and addiction patterns in Turkey. Education: Ege University Faculty of Medicine (MD 2008), PhD in Psychiatry (2010) Key Roles: Part-time academic contributor to Uskudar University's Psychiatry Department Research Interests: His work spans addiction medicine, public health surveillance, and the psychological impacts of modern technologies. He has pioneered studies on social media addiction, pandemic mental health dynamics, and the neurocognitive basis of ADHD diagnosis using eye-tracking technology. His recent projects include large-scale national surveys on problematic gaming, shopping addiction, and substance use patterns. Articles Trends: Over 50 peer-reviewed publications since 2012, with recent emphasis on behavioral addictions (sex/gaming/social media), pandemic-related mental health, and diagnostic innovations. His 2020-2024 work shows strong focus on epidemiological studies and technological applications in psychiatry. Awards: None explicitly listed. Grants/Advising: Active in large-scale national health surveys like TURBAHAR but no specific grants/advising details provided here. Collaborates on addiction mapping projects and public health initiatives. Labs/Teams: Involved in multidisciplinary teams studying behavioral addictions and psychiatric epidemiology, though specific lab affiliations not detailed.

Jon D. Elhaiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cyberpsychology
• Internet Addictions
• Social Media Use
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jon D. Elhai is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toledo, with a joint appointment in Neurosciences and Psychiatry. His research focuses on cyberpsychology, internet addictions, and problematic smartphone/social media use. He previously studied PTSD and trauma but now emphasizes technology's psychological impacts. Dr. Elhai holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (2000) from Nova Southeastern University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina. He teaches courses on abnormal psychology, research design, and advanced data analysis. Education: Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Nova Southeastern University, 2000 Postdoctoral Fellowship, PTSD Assessment and Treatment, Medical University of South Carolina, 2002 Research Interests: Cyberpsychology, internet addiction, fear of missing out (FOMO), digital mental health, and behavioral addictions. Affiliations: Anxiety and Stress Lab, University of Toledo; Elhai Psychological Consultants, LLC. Students: Advises graduate students on theses and dissertations, with a focus on technology use and mental health. Notable advisees include Elyse Hutcheson, Rachel Bond, and Caleb Hallauer. Collaborations: Works with global researchers including Ahmad Alghraibeh (King Saud University), Cherie Armour (Queen’s University Belfast), and Christian Montag (University of Macau). Teaching: Courses include abnormal psychology, psychological assessment, and R programming for data analysis. Dr. Elhai’s 400+ publications span cyberpsychology and PTSD research. He occasionally serves as a forensic expert witness in legal cases involving PTSD diagnoses. His work appears in journals like Journal of Affective Disorders and Emerging Trends in Drugs, Addictions, and Health . Personal interests include Mandarin language learning, travel (e.g., China, Europe), and collecting mechanical watches.

• Online Communication
• Digital Journalism
• Media Innovations
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Thorsten Quandt is a Professor of Online Communication at the University of Münster, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and the Department of Communication Science. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Communication Science from TU Ilmenau (2004) and a habilitation from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (2008). He has held visiting professorships at the University of California, Santa Barbara (2014) and has been a faculty member at institutions like the University of Hohenheim and Freie Universität Berlin. Quandt's research focuses on online communication, digital journalism, and computational analysis of media ecosystems. Notable projects include studying conspiracy theories and ideological movements online, media innovations, and gaming disorder. He leads the Cluster of Excellence project B3-44 on computational methods for analyzing new ideological movements. His work bridges communication studies and computational social science, addressing topics like dark participation, media trust, and information disorder. Awards include an ERC Advanced Grant (2025), ICA Fellowship (2023), and ERC Starting Grant (2009). He serves on editorial boards of journals like Journal of Communication and Digital Journalism . Quandt’s research has explored gaming’s psychosocial impacts, digital journalism’s evolution during crises, and media moderation strategies. His recent work emphasizes computational methods and interdisciplinary approaches to understanding digital media’s societal role.

Clayton Neighborsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Psychology
• Social Norms and Interventions
• Substance Abuse
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Clayton Neighbors is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Houston, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. He serves as Director of the Social Influences and Health Behaviors Lab and holds the Moores Professor chair. His research examines social and motivational factors in health behaviors, including alcohol and substance abuse, problem gambling, body image, intimate partner violence, and aggressive driving. Education: Ph.D. and B.A. from University of Houston and Lamar University, respectively Dr. Neighbors' work integrates social norms, self-determination theory, and social identity into interventions for substance use and health behaviors. His studies often focus on college students and veterans, with funding from NIH institutes (NIAAA, NIDA, NIMH), Department of Defense, and the National Center for Responsible Gaming. Recent research trends include gamified digital interventions, religious drinking norms, and longitudinal analysis of drinking identity and social networks. He mentors graduate students in grant writing and publication, emphasizing preparation for academic or applied research roles. His lab is a leader in event-specific prevention strategies and personalized feedback interventions.

Patrick Praxمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Game Design
• Sustainability
• Media Literacy
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Patrick Prax is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Game Design, Uppsala University, specializing in participatory media and critical game studies. His research explores co-creation in digital games as alternative media, focusing on systemic sustainability, cultural heritage preservation, and social justice frameworks within gaming ecosystems. PhD in Media Studies (Uppsala University, 2016) Co-chair, Game Studies Working Group at NordMedia Board member, Cultural Heritage Incubator (Swedish National Heritage Board) Key research areas include: Political economy critiques through game mechanisms (e.g., loot boxes) Reflexive approaches to digital game preservation Esports culture and leadership dynamics Media literacy and civic engagement through gaming Recent publications examine sustainability integration in game education, systemic issues in game monetization, and community-driven adaptations of Warhammer 40k. He actively engages with public discourse through TEDx talks, national media appearances (TV4, UNT24), and policy advisory roles.

Nalin Jayasenaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Postcolonial Studies
• Film Studies
• Colonial Literature
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nalin Jayasena is an Associate Professor of English Literature at Miami University, affiliated with the Department of English and the Department of Global & Intercultural Studies. He joined Miami University in 2004 after earning his PhD in English Literature from the University of California, Riverside. His research focuses on postcolonial studies, Sri Lankan cinema, and colonial literature, with a current book project on the cinema of the Sri Lankan armed conflict titled *The Bounty of War*. He has organized film festivals showcasing Sri Lankan and Asian/Asian American cinema, emphasizing cultural globalization. Education: PhD in English Literature, University of California Riverside (dissertation on 20th-century British colonial literature and culture). Teaching: Courses include Asia and Globalization (AAA 207), combining humanities and social sciences approaches. He emphasizes critical thinking and problematizing cultural assumptions. His research explores themes such as contested masculinities, colonial legacies, and the intersection of ethnicity and conflict in cinema. He collaborates extensively with graduate students in literature and creative writing, co-presenting research at national conferences. Outside academia, Jayasena credits his mother’s sacrifices as a key motivator and is an avid NBA fan, reflecting on globalization through experiences like watching the 2016 NBA Finals in Sri Lanka followed by an Indian post-game show.

Alessio Vienoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Community Psychology
• Behavioral Addiction
• Adolescent Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alessio Vieno is a Full Professor at the University of Padua, specializing in Community Psychology and Behavioral Addictions. His research focuses on adolescent development, particularly addressing how social environments, digital media use, and risk behaviors intersect to shape health outcomes. He leads the Italian Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) Study, analyzing data from nationally representative samples to inform public health policy. Research Interests span behavioral addiction (e.g., gaming disorder, cyberpornography), social media impacts, adolescent health disparities, and preventive strategies. He employs longitudinal and cross-sectional methodologies to explore topics like maternal/paternal phubbing effects, pandemic-related behavioral changes, and substance use trends across 40+ countries. Key Contributions include groundbreaking work on: Linking BMI/menarche timing with health risks Uncovering social anxiety mechanisms in ASD populations Developing Bayesian models to forecast cannabis use trends Assessing democratic school climates' civic engagement effects Labs/Teams involve collaboration with HBSC international networks and multidisciplinary teams studying digital addiction and youth resilience. He maintains active participation in EU-funded projects addressing homelessness services and migrant adolescent integration.

Peter Chewمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Behavioral Addictions
• Internet Gaming Disorder
• Social Media Addiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Chew is an Associate Professor of Psychology at James Cook University Singapore (JCUS). He specializes in behavioral addictions, particularly internet gaming disorder, social media addiction, and problematic pornography use. His research focuses on prevalence, correlates, interventions, and effects of these addictions. He also explores Terror Management Theory and psychometrics. Education: PhD in Psychology (2012-2016, JCU), BPsych (Hons I, 2008-2011, JCU), and a Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice (2018-2020, JCU). Research interests include behavioral addiction mechanisms, intervention strategies, and the psychological impact of mortality salience. He has published extensively in journals like Addictive Behaviors and Psychiatric Quarterly . His recent work examines cross-cultural addiction pathways, pandemic-induced death anxiety, and sleep quality mediated by addiction. He mentors both graduate and undergraduate students, co-authoring over 40 publications.

• Educational Technology
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Cyberbullying and Internet Safety
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Hasan ÖZGÜR is an Associate Professor at Trakya University, Faculty of Education, Department of Computer and Educational Technologies. He currently serves as Department Head since February 2022 and is a Member of the University Rectorate Board of Directors since September 2024. His academic career at Trakya University spans over 18 years, progressing from Education Expert in 2006 to Associate Professor in 2023. His educational background includes a PhD in Engineering Education from Trakya University (2011), a Master's Degree in Educational Sciences from Marmara University (2005), and a Bachelor's Degree from Marmara University Atatürk Faculty of Education (2002). Dr. ÖZGÜR's research focuses on educational technology, human-computer interaction, and digital media effects on learning. His work examines cyberbullying, internet safety, gamification in education, technology integration in teaching, and internet parenting styles. He investigates how digital technologies impact student learning, teacher effectiveness, and adolescent development in the digital age. His research often involves scale development and validation for Turkish educational contexts. His publication record shows consistent research output since 2009, with increasing focus on practical applications of technology in Turkish education. Recent work emphasizes gamification trends, social media integration in learning, and psychological impacts of digital technology on students and teachers. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical educational applications, addressing both K-12 and higher education contexts. Dr. ÖZGÜR has contributed significantly to teacher training programs, focusing on developing digital competencies for educators. His administrative roles demonstrate leadership in shaping educational technology policy and implementation at the institutional level. He has collaborated extensively with colleagues including F. Akgün, C. Çuhadar, and F. Arıkan on numerous research projects examining technology adoption challenges within the Turkish educational system.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Video Game User Experience
• Toxicity in Online Gaming
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julian Frommel is a tenured Assistant Professor in the Interaction/Multimedia group at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science. His research in human-computer interaction and human-centered AI investigates the benefits and harms of interactive systems with a focus on creating healthy, meaningful, and enjoyable digital experiences for users. He is actively involved in several research themes including AI Labs, Dynamics of Youth, Game Research, Governing the Digital Society, and Human-centered Artificial Intelligence. Frommel earned his doctorate degree (Dr. Rer.-Nat.) in computer science from Ulm University in Germany. Prior to that, he completed both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees at Augsburg University in Germany. Before joining Utrecht University, he was a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, working with Dr. Regan Mandryk. His research focuses on assessing and modeling user states to predict when experiences go awry, leveraging games user and player experience research as a foundation for understanding digital experiences, implementing novel interaction concepts for solving problems inherent to new technologies, and studying social interactions between users to address human factors of negative experiences such as toxicity. He employs mixed methods with a strong emphasis on quantitative research and data-driven approaches. Frommel's recent publications demonstrate a clear focus on toxicity in gaming environments, player experience, and adaptive systems. His work spans virtual reality, esports, and traditional gaming contexts, with particular attention to how interactive systems can mitigate negative outcomes like harassment and toxicity. He has published extensively in top-tier venues including CHI, CHI PLAY, and IEEE Transactions on Games. Professionally, Frommel serves as Technical Program Chair for ACM CHI PLAY 2022 & 2023 and is a Review Editor for Frontiers in Virtual Reality: Technologies for VR. He is actively involved in building the academic community around game research and human-computer interaction. His approach to research integrates theoretical understanding with practical implementation of interactive systems. He has supervised numerous students through Master's projects and collaborates extensively with researchers in North America and Europe. His work on toxicity intervention systems, player state assessment, and game-based digital biomarkers represents significant contributions to the field. Frommel is affiliated with multiple research initiatives including Dynamics of Youth (DoY), Game Research, and Institutions for Open Societies (IOS). His 'Healthy play, better coping' research theme reflects his commitment to understanding how gaming experiences can positively impact mental health and well-being.

• Clinical Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Neuropsychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Angelo Compare is Full Professor of Clinical and Health Psychology at the Department of Human and Social Sciences, University of Bergamo. He teaches in the Master’s program in Clinical Psychology and leads the Second-Level Postgraduate Master in Multidimensional Psychological Assessment and Socio-Healthcare Intervention Techniques. His research focuses on clinical psychology, cognitive reserve, and mental health interventions, with over 160 indexed publications and 3000+ citations (h-index: 27). Ph.D. in Psychology, Catholic University of Milan Laurea with highest honors (110/Lode), Catholic University of Milan Visiting positions at Boston College, University College London, Leiden University His work spans three key areas: Developing creativity-based non-pharmacological interventions for Mild Cognitive Impairment patients Investigating psychological factors in endometriosis and prophylactic surgeries Advancing measurement-based care and feedback-informed psychotherapy frameworks Recent publications analyze: Clock drawing test metrics for hemispatial neglect Transdiagnostic approaches to psychological assessment Role of cognitive reserve in neurological and cardiovascular populations Digital tool integration in mental health service delivery Scientific Awards: Premio Agostino Gemelli - Best Graduate of the Year Leadership Roles: Coordinator of €2 million in international/national research grants Italian Reference for Society for Exploration of Psychotherapy Integration (SEPI) Head of Psychology Team at Centro Diagnostico Italiano (CDI)

Matthew Smithمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sport Psychology
• Mental Health in Sport
• Leadership and Group Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Matthew Smith is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Winchester, appointed in 2018 and currently subject lead for the BSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology. Previously a primary school teacher, he holds an MSc from Bangor University and a PhD from the University of Chichester. His expertise spans social psychology within sport, focusing on leadership, group dynamics, and mental health in athletes. He supervises qualitative research on team leadership, conflict resolution, and the psychological impacts of head injuries in sport. Research interests include athlete mental health (especially in esports), effective coaching behaviors, and qualitative methodologies like ethnodrama and autobiographical analysis. He has organized international conferences on qualitative sport research and advocates for innovative feedback practices in education. Recent work examines remote coaching efficacy, stroke rehabilitation programs, and the experiences of families affected by neurodegenerative diseases in sport. His interdisciplinary approach bridges sport science, psychology, and education, with publications in Healthcare , Psychology of Sport and Exercise , and Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise, and Health .

• Artificial Intelligence
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Narrative Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Fred Charles serves as Head of Department for Creative Technology at Bournemouth University, specializing in computational intelligence applied to simulated worlds. His expertise spans artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, and interactive narrative systems, with significant contributions to virtual reality and brain-computer interface technologies. His research has led to award-winning interactive systems and numerous publications in top-tier conferences and journals. Education: PhD in Computer Science ("Intelligent Virtual Actors in Interactive Storytelling") Master's degree in Computer Aided Graphical Technology Applications BSc in Computer Science Professor Charles' research focuses on the intersection of AI, narrative systems, and immersive technologies. His work explores how computational intelligence can enhance virtual environments, particularly through brain-computer interfaces that enable more natural human-virtual agent interactions. Recent projects investigate social anxiety in VR settings, multimodal interaction frameworks, and personalized dialogue systems for virtual characters. His research bridges theoretical AI concepts with practical applications in healthcare, education, and entertainment domains. His most recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward applying interactive narrative techniques to real-world problems, particularly in mental health assessment (OCD, social anxiety), responsible gambling initiatives, and educational applications. The work increasingly incorporates multimodal input analysis and neurofeedback mechanisms to create more responsive and adaptive virtual experiences. Scientific Awards: Blue Sky Award (ACM Hypertext, 2018) Best Application (International Conference on Automated Planning and Scheduling, 2013) Professor Charles has successfully supervised numerous PhD students working on topics ranging from crowd simulation to narrative generation systems. His research has been supported by substantial grants from Innovate UK, Economic and Social Research Council, AHRC/EPSRC, and the European Commission, including projects on believable agent behavior in VR, responsible online gambling, and machine understanding for interactive storytelling. He maintains active collaborations with researchers across Europe and has contributed significantly to the development of narrative medicine applications.

• Digital Behavior
• Psychology
• STEM Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dmitri Rozgonjuk is an academic affiliated with the University of Tartu, specifically the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Institute of Psychology. He holds a Doctor’s Degree (2019) and a Master’s Degree (2023). His research focuses on digital behavior, psychology, and education, with a particular emphasis on problematic smartphone/social media use, STEM education, and mental health impacts of technology. He has been recognized with awards such as the Peeter Tulviste Memorial Fund Award (2023) and the Jüri Allik Publication Award (2021). Rozgonjuk has contributed to over 90 publications, including articles in Journal of Research in Personality and Comprehensive Psychiatry , exploring topics like gender differences in personality, teacher motivation, and cross-cultural analyses of digital behavior. He serves on editorial boards for journals like Current Psychology and Journal for STEM Education Research , reflecting his leadership in academic publishing. His advisory work includes supervising master’s and doctoral students, such as Maris Raudlam and Eneli Maal, on topics ranging from FoMO scales to mathematics teacher efficacy. Rozgonjuk’s research also extends to international collaborations, including studies on global statistics anxiety and Estonian e-governance adoption patterns.