جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Children's and Young Adult Literature
• Children's Lived Experiences of Displacement
• Children's Narratives of Chronic Illness
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Lucy Stone serves as Assistant Professor at Dublin City University's School of English, coordinating Histories and Contexts and Fantasy and Poetry modules for the MA in Children's and Young Adult Literature. Her academic foundation includes PhD research at Newcastle University funded by the Research Excellence Academy, postgraduate studies at Cambridge, and undergraduate honors at Sydney. PhD in Children's Literature, Newcastle University (Research Excellence Academy Studentship) MPhil in Children's Literature, University of Cambridge (Homerton Santander Master's Award) BA (Hons) in English, University of Sydney (Emilie Marguerite Honours Scholarship) Stone's research examines children's lived experiences through displacement narratives and chronic illness representations, integrating medical humanities, health literacy, and participatory archival methods. Her interdisciplinary approach analyzes how children process trauma through literature and art, with particular focus on Nazi-era exile and contemporary forced migration. Recent publications (2021-2026) reveal consistent engagement with historical trauma through authors like Judith Kerr and Tomi Ungerer, increasingly incorporating medical humanities frameworks. Her work bridges literary analysis with archival studies, visual culture, and refugee narratives while expanding into chronic illness representation through an ongoing interdisciplinary project. Scientific Awards IRSCL Edited Book Award (2023) for Intergenerational Solidarity in Children's Literature and Film Australian Academy of the Humanities Travelling Fellowship (2024) Children's Literature Association Faculty Research Grant (2024) David Almond Fellowship for archival research (2016) Research Excellence Academy Studentship (2015) Multiple University of Sydney scholarships including Women's College Prize As module coordinator for DCU's MA program, Stone mentors graduate students while leading the "Picturing War" research project on children's displacement narratives. She serves as ECR Representative for the Children's History Society and board member for ACLAR, contributing to global scholarly discourse through editorial work for Children's Literature in Education and conference organization. Her current interdisciplinary project on children's chronic illness narratives extends her research into medical humanities applications. Stone maintains active collaborations with international institutions including the Musée Tomi Ungerer in Strasbourg, Adelaide Holocaust Museum, and Kids' Own Publishing, demonstrating commitment to connecting academic research with public engagement through projects like the DCU MA blog and Ukrainian children's voice initiatives.

Fiona Gallagherمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Second Language Acquisition
• TESOL
• Bi/Multilingual Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fiona Gallagher is an Assistant Professor in the School of Applied Language & Intercultural Studies (SALIS) at Dublin City University. She previously worked as an international teacher and CELTA trainer across multiple countries including Sudan, Italy, Spain, and Australia. Her research focuses on second language acquisition, TESOL, and multilingual education with emphases on L1 use in teaching, translanguaging pedagogies, and culturally diverse classrooms. Her publications include high-impact journal articles and EFL textbooks such as New Total English Elementary Teacher's Book . Notable work includes analyses of Syrian refugees' language needs in Ireland, CELTA course multilingual practices, and EFL teachers' perspectives on bilingual classrooms. Research interests span CLIL, intercultural communication, and materials design. She actively contributes to academic conferences globally, presenting on topics like creativity in teacher education and assessment strategies for large classes. No scientific awards explicitly mentioned. Extensive engagement with teacher development programs and cross-cultural education initiatives forms key aspects of her professional profile.

• Applied Linguistics
• Multiliteracy Pedagogies
• Visual Literacy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elena Lopez is an academic staff member at Dublin City University (DCU), serving as the DCU Language & Culture Programme Coordinator within the School of Applied Language & Intercultural Studies. Her work bridges research and pedagogy, focusing on innovative language teaching methodologies and cultural heritage preservation. Educations: Bachelor’s in Geography and History, Complutense University (Madrid) Master’s in Islamic Art, University of Edinburgh Master’s in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language, University Antonio Nebrija (Madrid) PhD in Multimodal Pedagogies in Spanish Language Education, DCU Research Interests: Elena’s research emphasizes Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) to enhance language acquisition, particularly through art and visual literacy. She investigates how art-based approaches foster oral communication skills and promote social inclusion. Her work also evaluates institutional language programs, such as DCU’s Futures initiative, to align with national educational policies. Advising & Grants: No specific advising roles or grants are detailed in the provided text, though her doctoral research involved classroom-based pedagogy design. Labs/Teams: Coordinates the DCU Language & Culture Programme, a university-wide initiative promoting multilingualism and intercultural competence.

• Applied Linguistics
• Intercultural Communication
• Language Education
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Valérie O'Reilly is a Lecturer in the School of Applied Language & Intercultural Studies (SALIS) at Dublin City University (DCU). She is based at the Glasnevin Campus in room C2101 and can be reached via phone at 01 700 5324. Her role involves academic teaching and research within the field of applied language studies. While specific research interests are not detailed in the provided information, her affiliation with SALIS suggests expertise in areas such as language pedagogy, intercultural competence, and multilingual education. No listed publications, grants, or awards are mentioned in the current data. She contributes to the school's academic mission through her involvement in courses, doctoral programs, and engagement initiatives.

• Refugee Education
• Cross-Cultural Adaptation
• Academic Literacies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vera Sheridan is an Associate Staff member at the School of Applied Language & Intercultural Studies at Dublin City University (Glasnevin Campus). Her research focuses on cross-cultural adaptation, refugee education, and academic literacies, with a particular emphasis on migration narratives and language policy. She has conducted extensive studies on Vietnamese refugee integration in Ireland, Hungarian student refugees in the USA, and language barriers in scientific publishing. Her work bridges historical analysis with contemporary educational challenges, addressing themes such as refugee transitions in higher education, post-communist language policies in Eastern Europe, and the global dominance of English in academia. She has collaborated on initiatives to improve student support systems and has contributed to policy discussions on multicultural integration. Key themes in her scholarship include the interplay between personal narratives and institutional structures, the role of language in identity formation, and the socio-political dimensions of migration. Her publications span academic journals, edited volumes, and policy-related analyses, reflecting both empirical and theoretical contributions to applied linguistics and intercultural studies.

Veronica Crosbieمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Capabilities approach
• cosmopolitan citizenship
• critical pedagogy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Veronica Crosbie serves as Assistant Professor in Migration and Intercultural Studies at Dublin City University's School of Applied Language & Intercultural Studies (SALIS), where she chairs the MA Refugee Integration program and leads the Places of Sanctuary Ireland network. Instrumental in establishing DCU as Ireland's first University of Sanctuary in 2016, she cultivates institutional cultures welcoming asylum seekers and refugees through participatory action research and capability theory applications. Her educational foundation includes: Ed.D in Education Studies from University of Sheffield M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from Heriot-Watt, Moray House Centre for Education Higher Diploma in Applied Linguistics & Language Learning from Trinity College Dublin Higher Diploma in Education from Trinity College Dublin B.A. in Arts (German, History) from University College Dublin Crosbie's research centers on capability approach theory applied to refugee contexts, particularly Ireland's Direct Provision system, and developing University of Sanctuary frameworks for socially just higher education. Her methodology emphasizes participatory action research, often in collaboration with social enterprise BlueFire, exploring intercultural dialogue through arts-based integration and critical cosmopolitan citizenship development in educational settings. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on capability theory intersections with migration studies, intercultural communication, and pedagogy. Key thematic clusters include refugee integration mechanisms, cosmopolitan citizenship cultivation in language classrooms, and transformative educational frameworks addressing social justice. Her work demonstrates methodological commitment to participatory action research while expanding from language portfolio assessment toward systemic migration policy critique. Her scholarly recognition includes: President's award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Fellowship in Teaching and Learning T&L small project award European Language Label Crosbie actively supervises MA Refugee Integration students and directs University of Sanctuary initiatives, securing institutional support for refugee inclusion through her Places of Sanctuary Ireland leadership. Her research program combines DCU-based projects with international collaborations, notably investigating BlueFire's community integration activities and developing capability-focused curricula for critical cosmopolitan citizenship. She co-founded DCU's University of Sanctuary framework and maintains key partnerships with social enterprises like BlueFire, while leading the national Places of Sanctuary Ireland network to expand refugee welcome cultures across educational institutions through capability-focused programming and participatory research methodologies.

• Second Language Acquisition
• Sociolinguistics
• Study Abroad Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Martin Howard is a Professor and Head of the Department of French at University College Cork. As Vice-Head (Global) in the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences, he researches second language acquisition, sociolinguistics, and study abroad programs. His work examines how learning contexts impact language proficiency development, particularly in French. Research interests include sociolinguistic competence acquisition during study abroad experiences. Publications include edited volumes on language acquisition during international mobility. Dr. Howard coordinates European research networks on study abroad pedagogy. Educational background includes a Ph.D. from Université de Nancy II and extensive work on Canadian French linguistics.

• Learner autonomy
• ICT in language teaching
• European language policy
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Sylvie Campion is a Senior University Language Teacher in the Department of French at University College Cork (UCC). She holds qualifications including Lic.ès Lettres (Rennes), MA (NUI), PGCert in Advising for Language Learning (Hull), and Cert. in Digital Education (UCC). Her roles include Teaching & Learning Officer (2014-2016) and membership on the CACSSS Teaching and Learning Committee (2013-2016). She convenes the BEdGaeilge degree program for the French Department and manages the French Department Website. Professionally, she focuses on learner autonomy, integration of ICT in language pedagogy, European language policy, and extensive reading methodologies. She coordinates courses like FR2109 Tandem Learning for Teaching and FR4101 Advanced Use of French (oral component). Additional responsibilities include leading the Outreach Committee and contributing to curriculum development for French language teacher training programs.

• Second Language Acquisition
• Language Teaching & Learning
• Bilingualism/Multilingualism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Isabelle Jouinot is a University Language Teacher in the Department of French at University College Cork (UCC). She specializes in Second Language Acquisition, with a focus on bilingualism, language teaching methodologies, and educational research in international school contexts. Her research integrates mixed methods to analyze factors like age, proficiency levels, and intensive exposure. She holds a PhD from UCC (2022) and MAs from Sorbonne University in German and English Studies. Dr. Jouinot teaches advanced French language courses and contributes to MA programs in Applied Linguistics and Translation Studies. Her recent work (2024) examines initial proficiency impacts on adolescent language learners in international schools. While no awards are explicitly mentioned, her research demonstrates expertise in educational linguistics and data visualization techniques.

• Anthropology of Buddhism
• Paris School Semiotics
• Actor-Network-Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tatsuma Padoan is a Lecturer in East Asian Religions at the Department of Study of Religions, University College Cork (UCC), and a Research Associate at SOAS, University of London. He holds a PhD from Ca' Foscari University of Venice and has held fellowships at institutions including Osaka University and SOAS. His research focuses on the anthropology of religion, semiotics, and pilgrimage studies, with a particular emphasis on Japanese mountain asceticism and the semiotics of space. Education: PhD in Religions and Anthropology of Japan (Ca' Foscari University, 2011), MA in Cultural Anthropology (Keio University, Japan), and extensive training in semiotics under Paolo Fabbri. Research Interests: Paris School Semiotics, Actor-Network-Theory, Japanese Religions, Pilgrimage, Ritual Apprenticeship, Religious Materiality, and Science and Technology Studies. Current projects include 'Aesthetic Communication: The Role of Senses in Social Interaction' funded by the Wenner-Gren Foundation. Publications span books, edited volumes, and peer-reviewed articles on pilgrimage semiotics, Buddhist rituals, and urban space. Notable works include Towards a Semiotics of Pilgrimage (2026) and Semiotic Landscapes: Language Practices, Materialities and Agency (2026). Awards: Newton International Fellowship (2014), JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowships (2015, 2017), and multiple grants from the British Academy and Japan Society for the Promotion of Science. Teaching: Coordinates BA/MA programs in Religions and Anthropology at UCC, teaching modules on semiotics, Japanese religions, and ethnographic methods.

Tyler Riordanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Labor and Workforce Studies
• Platform Economy ('Gig' Economy)
• Migrant Worker Experiences
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tyler Riordan is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the University of Queensland Business School within the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law. His current research evaluates post-disaster reconstruction incentivisation programs across physical, financial, social, and emotional resilience dimensions in Queensland and New South Wales. Previously, he co-authored the 'Queensland Tourism Workforce Crisis Resilience and Recovery Strategy' and developed the multilingual 'Humanising food delivery work in Australia toolkit'. His educational background includes a PhD in Hospitality and Anthropology (2023), BA (Honours) in Anthropology (2013), and dual BA in Anthropology & History with Diploma in Languages (Spanish) (2012), all from the University of Queensland. With over eight years of hospitality industry experience and professional work in community development with vulnerable populations across Australia and Latin America, his research bridges academic and practical domains. Riordan's research centers on labor dynamics in the digital platform economy, particularly focusing on how disadvantaged communities—including migrants—navigate employment, training, and precarious work conditions. His work examines algorithmic hostility in digital hospitality, justice frameworks for gig workers, and disaster resilience implications for labor markets. Key trends in his publications reveal growing interdisciplinary integration of disaster studies with labor economics, emphasizing emotional and social dimensions of resilience alongside physical and financial aspects. His professional engagements include media contributions to The Conversation on hospitality labor issues and submissions to government inquiries like the Victorian On-Demand Workforce standards. Current funding supports his work on the 'Evaluating the Resilient Homes Fund' project (2024-2027) with Natural Hazards Research Australia. Though not available for student supervision, his research directly informs policy through toolkits and industry strategies.

Anne Dolanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geo-Literacy
• Climate Change Education
• Interdisciplinary Pedagogy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Anne Dolan is Associate Professor in Learning, Society and Religious Education at Mary Immaculate College, specializing in geographical education and climate pedagogy. Her award-winning research develops interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability education, geo-literacy, and global citizenship through picturebooks and place-based learning. She leads national initiatives on Sustainable Development Goal integration in schools and climate change teacher training. Her pedagogical frameworks emphasize authentic contexts, critical spatial thinking, and ethical engagement with global challenges. Dolan's research advances: Interdisciplinary climate change curricula Geo-literacy as cross-curricular methodology Picturebooks as tools for development education Place-conscious outdoor learning Her publications reflect sustained commitment to justice-oriented pedagogy, with recent focus on pandemic-era geographical education and ecological awareness. Workshops for educators demonstrate practical applications of her picturebook-based approaches to global issues. Dolan contributes to educational policy through evaluations of national sustainability programs and teachers' assessment practices.

• ESOL
• Intercultural Studies
• Language Teaching Methodologies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Martin Toal is a Lecturer in ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and Intercultural Studies at Dublin City University's School of Applied Language & Intercultural Studies. He currently chairs the BA in Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation program. His work focuses on intercultural communication, ESOL pedagogy, and cultural adaptation of migrant communities. Research interests include second-generation returnees' cross-cultural adaptation, intercultural competence in non-profit organizations, plagiarism prevention strategies, and language teaching methodologies. He has authored textbooks such as Access 1 & 2 Portfolio (2010) and contributed to academic conferences addressing topics like plagiarism detection software efficacy (2009) and identity formation among returning migrants (2015). Teaching responsibilities include coordinating modules like Intercultural Communication (LC121) and Interculturalism in Practice (LC107). His professional engagement spans curriculum development, academic integrity initiatives, and applied intercultural studies in community contexts.

• Sociophonetics
• Forensic Phonetics
• Phonetics and Phonology
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Grace Wenling Cao is an Assistant Professor in Linguistics (Phonetics and Phonology) at the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics, University College Dublin. She holds a PhD from the University of York and an MSc from the University of Edinburgh. Prior to her current position, she served as a Hong Kong RGC Postdoctoral Fellow and lecturer at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. PhD in Linguistics – University of York MSc in Developmental Linguistics – University of Edinburgh Her research focuses on sociophonetics , forensic phonetics , and language attitudes in multilingual contexts, particularly in Hong Kong. She investigates phonetic convergence, cross-language speaker identification, the impact of visual cues on speech perception, and identity-related language changes in Cantonese and Hong Kong English. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with real-world applications in forensic science and human-AI interaction. Recent publications span high-impact journals and conferences, showing a strong trend in using acoustic-phonetic analysis to understand social biases, speaker identity, and forensic challenges in trilingual environments. Her work increasingly integrates AI and machine learning approaches to speaker recognition, especially in cross-language settings using filled pauses as biometric markers. She has received multiple scientific awards and grants, including the prestigious Hong Kong RGC Postdoctoral Fellowship and funding from the Worldwide Universities Network. Her current research includes a major project on human-AI speech accommodation. Hong Kong RGC Postdoctoral Fellowship Worldwide Universities Network Research Mobility Program CUHK Global Scholarship Program Linguistic Association of Great Britain Conference Fund University of York Humanities Research Centre Grant Dr. Cao actively supervises graduate students, having guided 14 Master’s theses and one undergraduate intern. She coordinates key modules such as Phonology (MA), Phonology 2, and Sounds in Language at UCD. She has also taught a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses at CUHK and HKUST, including sociolinguistics, phonetics, and bilingualism. She leads research on trilingual speech in Hong Kong, particularly focusing on forensic applications and sociolinguistic identity. Her team explores how filled pauses, accent perception, and visual cues affect intelligibility and speaker identification, with implications for both legal and technological domains.

• Semantics
• Language Impairment
• Philosophy of Language
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Feargal Murphy is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at University College Dublin (UCD), where he has been a faculty member since 1996. He is actively engaged in teaching, research, and academic governance, contributing to multiple university committees including the Academic Council and the Vice-Principals for Teaching and Learning Committee. His research interests include Semantics , Language Impairment , and Philosophy of Language , with a strong focus on the first-year student experience in higher education. His work explores student transition, academic preparedness, and teaching and learning policy. The body of his recent publications reveals a consistent engagement with the challenges faced by new university students, institutional teaching practices, and academic support frameworks. His research spans educational psychology, linguistics, and higher education policy, emphasizing student well-being and pedagogical innovation. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned. Advising and Grants: No students or advisees listed. No grants or funded projects mentioned. Labs and Research Teams: No specific lab or research team mentioned.