جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Gennie Gebhartمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Security
• Privacy
• Third-Party Tracking
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gennie Gebhart is the Managing Director of Technology at the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), overseeing Engineering & Design, Public Interest Technology, and Technical Operations teams. She concurrently serves as an Affiliate Associate Professor at the University of Washington's Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering. Her leadership spans both applied technology development and academic research in digital rights. Education: Gebhart holds a Master of Library and Information Science from the University of Washington Information School. Prior to EFF, she was a Henry Luce Scholar conducting work in Laos and Thailand. Research Focus: Her work centers on consumer privacy and security ecosystems, with specialized investigations into: Behavioral tracking infrastructures and data broker networks Policy frameworks for digital platforms and content governance Encryption technologies for communications (e.g., secure messaging) Open knowledge systems and equitable information access Honors: Recognitions include the competitive Henry Luce Scholars Program fellowship, supporting immersive professional work in Southeast Asia. Professional Engagement: She contributes to academic communities through program committee roles for computer security research conferences, bridging industry and scholarly discourse on emerging threats.

Megan J. Eliasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food History
• Cultural History
• Gender History
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Megan J. Elias is an Associate Professor of the Practice and Director of the Food Studies Program at Boston University. She holds a PhD from the City University of New York (CUNY), an MA from San Francisco State University, and a BA from Cornell University. Her research explores the intersection of food, culture, and history, with a focus on food writing, markets, home economics, and gender. Dr. Elias is the author of seven books, including *Food on the Page: Cookbooks and American Culture* (2017) and *Food in the United States, 1890–1945* (2009), which received the American Library Association’s Outstanding Academic Text award. She serves as editor-in-chief of *Food, Culture & Society* and has been a co-recipient of multiple National Endowment for the Humanities grants. Elias teaches courses such as *History of Food*, *Introduction to Gastronomy*, and *Food and Gender*, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Her work bridges historical analysis with public engagement, including contributions to Sundance Channel’s *Love/Lust* series and collaborations on museum podcasts like the *Making Objects Speech* project. Her research interests span business history, cultural history, food technology, and the scholarship of teaching and learning. In grants and fellowships, she secured $350,000 as Lead Faculty Mentor for the *Bridging Historias* program and a $74,937 NEH grant for the *Foodways and Humanities Project*. Her awards include the CUNY Chancellor’s Fellowship (2014) and the Culinary Historians of New York Amelia Scholars Grant (2007). She actively mentors faculty and curricular development, reflecting her commitment to academic innovation and educational equity.

Benjamin Hettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• German History
• Nazi Era Studies
• Criminal Law History
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Hett is a Professor of History at Hunter College and the Graduate Center, CUNY. He holds a PhD from Harvard University and has taught at Harvard's History and Literature program before joining CUNY in 2003. His research focuses on German criminal law history, Nazi rise to power, and postwar legacies. Educational Background: B.A. in Political Science and English Literature (University of Alberta, 1987) J.D. (University of Toronto, 1990) M.A. in History (University of Toronto, 1995) PhD in History (Harvard University, 2001) Research Interests: Dr. Hett examines themes such as Nazi governance structures, legal frameworks in Imperial Germany, and the societal impact of National Socialism. His work bridges legal, political, and cultural dimensions of German history. Publications Trends: His books analyze pivotal moments like the Reichstag Fire (2014), Weimar Republic collapse (2018), and pre-war diplomatic maneuvering (2020). His writing often employs forensic history methods to reconstruct events. Awards: Fraenkel Prize (2007) Guggenheim Fellowship (2009) Hans Rosenberg Prize (2015) Vine Award (2019) Grants & Advising: Hett has held DAAD and SSHRC fellowships. He advises graduate students at Harvard Law School and CUNY, though no current advisees are listed. Labs/Teams: No formal lab affiliations mentioned, though his work collaborates with archival institutions like the Wiener Library.

Donna Harrisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant Breeding
• Genetics
• Crop Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Donna Harris is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Wyoming, based at the Sheridan Research & Extension Center. Her academic career includes roles as Senior Scientist at BASF Vegetable Seeds (2015–2020), Research Professional III at the University of Georgia (2007–2015), and prior industry experience with Monsanto and Pioneer Hi-Bred International. She holds a PhD (2014) and MS (2001) in Crop Science from the University of Georgia, alongside a BS (1998) in the same field. Her research focuses on plant breeding and genetics, addressing crop needs for Wyoming producers and consumers. Key areas include soybean rust resistance, quantitative trait loci (QTL) analysis, and germplasm evaluation for disease resistance. She has contributed significantly to soybean breeding programs, identifying novel resistance genes and developing resistant cultivars. Dr. Harris has published extensively on soybean pathology and genetics, with work appearing in Theoretical and Applied Genetics , Molecular Breeding , and Crop Science . Her publications emphasize molecular mapping of resistance genes, germplasm screening, and disease management strategies. While no awards are explicitly listed, her impactful research has shaped soybean improvement efforts in the U.S. and globally. Her professional experience spans academic and industrial settings, with expertise in both theoretical genetics and applied breeding. Current research integrates field-based evaluations with genomic approaches to enhance crop resilience against biotic stresses.

Garrett Sullivanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Renaissance Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Early Modern Drama
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Garrett Sullivan is Edwin Erle Sparks Professor of English at Pennsylvania State University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He specializes in Renaissance literature with particular focus on Shakespeare, Marlowe, and early modern drama. His interdisciplinary research examines embodiment, cognition, and cartography in literary works. Education includes Ph.D. from Brown University (1995) and B.A. from Davidson College (1983). Primary research explores connections between literary production and historical concepts of space, geography, and the body. Publications include monographs on landscape representation, memory in Renaissance drama, sleep in romance literature, and Shakespeare in wartime cinema. Recent work analyzes cinematic adaptations of Shakespeare during World War II. Co-edits the Oxford University Press series Early Modern Literary Geographies and has curated exhibitions at Folger Shakespeare Library. Research supported by NEH and Folger Library fellowships.

Steven Millerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Information/Knowledge Organization
• Metadata
• Linked Data and Ontologies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Steven Miller is a Senior Lecturer Emeritus in the School of Information Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His work focuses on information/knowledge organization, metadata, linked data, and cataloging. He retired in 2016 but continues teaching a continuing education course on Linked Data for Beginners and is updating his seminal book on metadata. Education: MLIS, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (Library & Information Science), 1990 MA, Marquette University (Theology), 1986 BA, University of Iowa (English; Classical Greek & Latin), 1976 All but dissertation for PhD, Marquette University (Religious Studies), 1987 Research interests include metadata standards, digital collections, and linked data ontologies. His publications emphasize practical guidance for librarians and information professionals. He has contributed to national professional organizations and developed workshop materials for the Library of Congress and OCLC. Post-retirement activities include writing, conference presentations, and personal pursuits such as classical Greek studies, classical music, and travel.

Pablo Aragónمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Computational Social Science
• Social Computing
• Wikipedia Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pablo Aragón is a Research Scientist at the Wikimedia Foundation and an Adjunct Professor at Universitat Pompeu Fabra. His work bridges computational social science, civic technology, and technopolitics, with a focus on Wikipedia's governance, digital democracy tools, and participatory systems. He co-founded the Democratic Innovation Lab in Barcelona and the DatAnalysis15M research network. Key research interests include analyzing knowledge integrity in Wikipedia, configuring digital participatory budgeting systems, and studying platform effects in civic technologies. He has led projects like DECODE (decentralized citizen engagement) and contributed to platforms like Decidim, which empower participatory democracy in cities like Barcelona. Recent conference engagements include KDD 2024 (data mining), ICWSM 2024 (social media analysis), and Wikimedia CEE Meeting 2024. His work emphasizes cross-cultural collaboration, with studies published in ACM Transactions on Computer-Human Interaction and peer-reviewed conferences like CIKM and ACM SIGKDD. Professional affiliations include the Decidim association, Amnistía Internacional España, and the open knowledge advocacy group Civio. His research often intersects with open science, free culture movements, and gender equity in urban mobility.

Sarah Ryanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Law Librarianship
• Empirical Legal Research
• Research Methods in Law and Social Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Sarah Ryan is an Associate Professor at the University of North Texas (UNT), specializing in Law Librarianship, Empirical Legal Research, and Social Science methodologies. Her work bridges legal practice, education, and interdisciplinary research, with a focus on statutory reform, veterans' law, and human subjects research ethics. She holds a J.D. from Quinnipiac University, a Ph.D. from Ohio University, and advanced degrees in Library Science and Public Affairs. Education: J.D., Quinnipiac University Ph.D., Ohio University M.L.S., Texas Woman's University M.A., Ohio University B.A., Capital University Her research interests include: Empirical legal methodologies for policy analysis Interdisciplinary approaches to energy and education equity Legal frameworks for end-of-life planning Ethical research practices in human subjects studies Recent publications highlight her work in big-data rhetoric, judicial authority under US legislation, and global energy-education linkages. She has contributed to debates on IRB processes, NGO activism, and pedagogical innovations in legal research training. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the profile. Her advising and grant activities remain unspecified, though her extensive publication record suggests active involvement in collaborative research teams. Professional links include UNT’s FIS Profile.

Tara MacLeodمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Irish Language Pedagogy
• Second Language Acquisition
• Gaeltacht Culture
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Tara MacLeod is an Associate Teaching Professor of Irish Language and Literature at the University of Notre Dame, serving as Director of Undergraduate Studies and Language Coordinator. A native Irish speaker from Ceantar na nOileán in the Connemara Gaeltacht, she teaches Irish-language courses and contemporary Gaeltacht culture studies while leading immersive travel programs to Ireland. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Social Science in Social Administration and Library and Information Studies (University College Dublin, 1991) Masters in Social Work (University College Cork, 1997) Dioplóma sa Ghaeilge (National University of Ireland, Galway, 2001) Masters of Science in Education, Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Indiana University South Bend, 2023) Professor MacLeod specializes in innovative Irish language pedagogy, focusing on second language acquisition through cultural immersion and technology integration. Her work emphasizes developing students' linguistic skills alongside authentic understanding of Gaeltacht traditions, material culture, and contemporary Irish society, particularly through experiential learning in Connemara and the Aran Islands. Her teaching excellence has been recognized with dual Notre Dame Joyce Awards: Notre Dame Joyce Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2011) Notre Dame Joyce Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2017) She actively contributes to national academic service as External Examiner for Modern Irish at the Five Colleges Consortium, MLA Celtic Languages & Literature Discussion Group Committee member, External Assessor for the Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme, and manuscript reviewer for Routledge and Taylor & Francis. Her professional engagements include keynote addresses at UCLA's Celtic Studies Colloquium and presentations on language pedagogy at CALICO and the American Conference for Irish Studies.

• Research Policy
• Academic Career Development
• Bibliometrics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anna-Kaisa Hyrkkänen is a Researcher at Aalto University, specializing in research policy, academic career development, and bibliometrics. Her work focuses on improving responsible research metrics practices, tenure track recruitment, and diversity in career assessment criteria in Finland. She holds a Master's degree in Social Sciences from the University of Tampere (2008). Her research interests include analyzing occupational careers, institutional policies, and the ethical dimensions of research evaluation. She has contributed to national initiatives like the Finnish responsible metrics guide and collaborative projects addressing sustainable research practices. Key publications explore topics such as Finland's academic career assessment frameworks, tenure track professor recruitment at Aalto University, and the role of bibliometric tools in recruitment processes. Her work emphasizes institutional collaboration and policy-driven solutions for equitable research evaluation.

• Digital Media
• Platform Governance
• Digital Politics
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Eugenia Siapera is a Full Professor at the School of Information and Communication Studies at University College Dublin (UCD), where she also serves as co-Director of the UCD Centre for Digital Policy. Her academic work sits at the intersection of digital technology, media, and society, with a strong emphasis on political communication, platform governance, and digital justice. BSc, London School of Economics & Political Science, UK MSc, London School of Economics & Political Science, UK PhD, European University Institute, Florence Her research explores critical issues such as online hate speech, misogyny, digital racism, and the societal impact of AI and platform power. She investigates how digital technologies shape social justice, particularly in the context of marginalised communities, and is deeply engaged with decolonial perspectives on digital media. Her work often examines the affective and political economies of toxic online content, including hate journalism and extremist movements. Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on platform governance, digital inequality, and the role of civil society in shaping digital policy. Themes across her articles include the rise of alt-tech platforms, AI moderation and racial bias, the weaponization of misinformation during crises, and the decolonization of digital spaces. Her research is geographically diverse, with case studies from Ireland, Greece, Egypt, and the Global South. Resisting Hate: New Foundations for Developing Safeguards and Toolkits for Public Librarians Against Reactionary Responses to LGBTQ Materials (Irish Research Council, 2023–2024) FORSEE: Forging Successful AI Applications for European Economy and Society (Horizon Europe, ongoing) She actively supervises PhD students and teaches core modules such as Platform Governance, Gender Race and Media, and Data & Society. She has coordinated these courses over multiple years, indicating a sustained commitment to curriculum development and student mentorship. She is involved in significant collaborative research with institutions across Europe and has published extensively in top journals such as Television and New Media , Information, Communication & Society , and European Journal of Communication . Her editorial work includes co-editing special issues on topics like online misogyny and decolonizing the internet, further demonstrating her leadership in shaping scholarly discourse.

Stephanie Hallamمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Library Science
• Information Literacy
• Open Educational Resources
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephanie Hallam is an Associate Professor at Whitworth University's Library Department, joining the faculty in 2024. She holds an MLIS from the University of Washington, an M.Ed. in School Counseling from Gonzaga University, and a BA in Psychology (with a Theater Arts minor) from Dordt University. Her research focuses on library science, information literacy, open educational resources (OER), and children's literature. Notable work includes fostering collaborations between academic and high school librarians, integrating government documents into pedagogy, and optimizing library collection management strategies. Her publications emphasize collaborative educational initiatives, open pedagogy, and librarians' roles in academic transitions. Presentations include sessions at the Texas Library Association, American Library Association, and LOEX conferences, addressing topics like silo-breaking partnerships and OER training. Her work includes projects such as the 'I Heart OER Month' training program and collection deselection methodologies. While no awards are listed, her contributions to library practice and education are evident through her active publication and presentation record.

Heinz Pampelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Open Science
• Information Infrastructures
• Research Data Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Heinz Pampel is Professor of Information Management at the Institute of Library and Information Science at Humboldt University of Berlin since December 2022, holding a joint appointment with the Einstein Center Digital Future (ECDF). He also serves as a Scientific Consultant at the Helmholtz Open Science Office of the Helmholtz Association. Professor Pampel's research focuses on Open Science, digital transformation, and information infrastructures in science. His work examines how digital research and information infrastructures can support the cultural shift toward Open Science, with particular attention to academic libraries, computer centers, and other research-supporting service facilities. Key research areas include information infrastructures for Open Science, research data management, Open Access developments, research software, management of research information, and science policy. His recent publications demonstrate strong engagement with institutional repositories, Open Access implementation challenges, research information systems, publication cost monitoring, and scholarly communication infrastructure. Pampel has been instrumental in developing the Registry of Research Data Repositories (re3data.org), an important Open Science tool providing an overview of existing repositories for research data. Prior to his professorship, Pampel worked from 2007-2022 at the Helmholtz Open Science Office, where he served as Open Science Officer and later as Deputy Head. He received his PhD in 2021 from Humboldt University of Berlin on Open Access topics. His educational background includes studies in Library and Media Management at Stuttgart Media University (2003-2007).

Jill M Castekمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Literacies
• New Literacies
• Bi/multilingual Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jill M Castek is Professor of Literacy, Technology & Bi/multilingual Learners & STEM Education in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Sociocultural Studies at the University of Arizona's College of Education. As Graduate Advisor for the Second Language Acquisition and Teaching (SLAT) program and Co-Director of the Digital Innovation and Learning Lab (DIALL), she bridges research and practice in digital literacy development. Dr. Castek earned her PhD in Education Psychology (Cognition and Instruction) from the University of Connecticut as a Neag fellow in the New Literacies Research Lab, followed by postdoctoral work at UC Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science. Her research examines how digital, visual, and audio storytelling fosters literate capacities across print and digital forms in classrooms and community spaces. Her work centers on digital problem solving , critical media literacy , and equity-centered making practices in STEM education. She investigates intersections of disciplinary literacy, new media, and learning for bi/multilingual students, with strong emphasis on community-based applications through libraries and non-profits like Literacy Connects where she serves on the board. Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal growing focus on AI-era teacher education , digital health literacy , and misinformation challenges , while maintaining core commitments to collaborative problem solving and expansive literacies frameworks. Her scholarship consistently addresses K-12 and adult learning contexts through interdisciplinary lenses. Scientific recognition includes: Neag fellowship during doctoral studies As Principal Investigator on NSF and IMLS grants, Dr. Castek advances digital equity through projects like the Making Equity Network (broadening STEM participation for underrepresented groups) and library-focused digital problem-solving initiatives serving economically vulnerable adults. Her leadership in the Technology Enhanced Language Learning (TELL) cluster hire demonstrates institutional impact. Through DIALL, she cultivates innovations connecting digital storytelling with self-expression at individual and community levels, promoting workforce readiness via creative problem-solving approaches. Her board membership with Literacy Connects extends this community-engaged scholarship to Tucson-based literacy initiatives.

Philip Andersonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Education
• Teacher Confidence in Classroom Music Delivery
• Creativity and Arts Learning
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Philip Anderson is an Assistant Professor at the University of Birmingham Dubai within the School of Education. He holds a PhD in progress at Durham University and has extensive experience in both secondary and higher education, with leadership roles in curriculum and dissertation programs. PGCertHE, Middlesex University Dubai, 2021 MA Applied Professional Studies in Education, University of Sheffield, 2018 PGCE (Secondary Music), University of East London, 2012 BA Communication Studies, Sheffield Hallam University, 2001 His research focuses on music education, particularly primary teacher confidence in delivering classroom music. He explores the integration of creativity and the arts in learning, alongside technology adoption in higher education. A key interest is the impact of generative AI on educational content, especially regarding gender and racial representation. His work also examines hybrid learning environments and student information-seeking behaviors. His recent publications span from 2022 to 2025 and reveal a strong trend toward educational technology, equity in AI-generated imagery, and pedagogical innovation in transnational contexts. His research combines action research methodologies with behavioral theories to understand teacher and student experiences in evolving educational landscapes. Philip is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and actively contributes to the research committee at the University of Birmingham Dubai. He has led the Masters Dissertation Programme and served in academic coordination roles, indicating strong engagement in academic leadership and student supervision. He has not been mentioned as receiving any scientific awards or prizes in the provided text. He advises master’s students and has led dissertation modules, contributing to graduate education. While specific grants are not listed, his active research output suggests involvement in funded or institutional research initiatives. His work bridges practical classroom insights with scholarly inquiry, especially in the UAE’s higher education context. He is part of the research committee at the University of Birmingham Dubai, contributing to institutional research governance and academic development. His role reflects engagement with a broader educational research team focused on innovation and improvement in transnational education settings.