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Alain Fernexمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Higher Education Studies
• Student Time Allocation
• Technical Education Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alain Fernex is a Professor of Education Sciences at Université Lumière Lyon 2 . Previously, he served as Associate Professor (Maître de conférences) at Université Grenoble Alpes from 2000 to 2018 and held roles including Vice-President of the CEVU at Université P. Mendès France Grenoble 2. He holds a PhD in Economics (1996) and a Master’s in Law. Research Focus: His work spans higher education dynamics, student time allocation behaviors, historical analysis of technical education systems, and intersections between educational policy and philosophy. Key methodologies include mixed-method approaches (national/international surveys, data modeling) and comparative historical studies. His Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (2017) explored educational thought history through comparative analysis of Condorcet and Bentham’s instructional frameworks. Professional Contributions: He has organized international conferences, served on academic review boards, and advised on education policies in France and Morocco. His work bridges educational theory with practical institutional challenges, emphasizing student perspectives in policy design. Education Background: PhD in Economics (1996) Master’s in Law

Marte Tonning Otterleiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Child Welfare
• Family Reunification
• Social Work Practices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marte Tonning Otterlei is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Sciences at the University of Stavanger, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences. Her work focuses on child welfare systems, parental experiences in care proceedings, and dialogue-based decision-making processes. She holds a PhD in Social Work and has extensive experience in qualitative research methodologies. Key research interests include family reunification dynamics, communication practices during care transitions, and systemic challenges faced by child welfare workers. Her work emphasizes understanding the emotional and psychological impact of state interventions on families, particularly through positional analysis frameworks. Recent publications explore innovative dialogue processes for reunification after care orders, grief management in child removal contexts, and the ethical dimensions of parental notification systems. She has contributed to international conferences on child welfare equity and social justice issues. Media engagement includes analyses of terminology's impact on care removal perceptions and studies on worker isolation in high-stress cases. Her 2022 monograph Perspektiver på omsorgsovertakelser synthesizes findings from multiple studies on care transition processes. Collaborations include work with Redd Barna on child participation initiatives. Research outputs emphasize actionable insights for improving family participation, worker well-being, and systemic empathy in child welfare practices. Current projects address communication frameworks for difficult conversations in care proceedings.

Yann Lebeauمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Internationalisation of Higher Education
• Academic Mobility
• Comparative University Governance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yann Lebeau is a Professor of Higher Education Research and Head of the School of Education and Lifelong Learning at the University of East Anglia . Before joining UEA in 2007, he held roles in France, Nigeria, and the UK's Open University. His research focuses on global higher education governance, policy transfers, academic mobility, and UNESCO’s inclusion agenda. He supervises PhD and EdD students and leads projects such as the UNESCO-funded initiative on refugees' access to education and a collaboration with Patricio Langa (University of Western Cape) on African research capacity building. Lebeau has held leadership roles including Director of Research (2018–20), Deputy Head of School (2010–13), and Associate Dean (2013–18). He contributes to editorial boards of Policy Reviews in Higher Education and the British Journal of Sociology of Education . His work addresses the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly equitable education access and social inclusion. Recent collaborations include studies on Saudi Arabian university governance, Mexican academic mobility, and the impact of policy transfers in Sub-Saharan Africa. He also participates in initiatives like the British Academy-funded Gender Challenges in Knowledge Production in West Africa (2024–25), supporting women researchers. Key grants include ESRC-NRF projects on South African higher education and UNRISD-funded studies on universities and social inequalities. His research bridges policy analysis, qualitative methods, and global education equity.

• Industrial Livestock Production
• Digital Farming
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kin Wing (Ray) Chan is a Wellcome Research Fellow (2022-2025) at the Royal Agricultural University, specializing in industrial livestock production, digital farming, and antimicrobial resistance. His interdisciplinary research integrates Human Geography, Veterinary Science, and Science and Technology Studies to examine relationships between precision livestock technologies, biopolitics, and animal production. Education PhD Geography and Planning, Cardiff University, UK MA Human Geography, University of Calgary, Canada BA (First Class Honours) Geography, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong Research Focus Chan's work explores how farming technologies and governance structures impact animal health and antimicrobial resistance across UK and Chinese agricultural systems. His research spans: Digital livestock management systems One Health approaches to disease control Farmer decision-making processes Environmental governance in agriculture Research Leadership He leads significant projects including a £197k Wellcome Trust fellowship on digital animal health technologies in China and coordinates international networks on biosecurity and antimicrobial resistance. His publications demonstrate consistent focus on veterinary practices, agricultural governance, and farmer behaviors, with recent work emphasizing diagnostic technologies and regulatory frameworks. Awards and Grants Wellcome Research Fellowship (2022-2025) AWRN Kick-Start Award (2024-2025) Multiple collaborative grants from ESRC, COST-Action, and GW4 Teaching At RAU, Chan leads modules on: Advanced Dairy Chains Global Meat Chains Editorial Contributions Editorial Board: Springer Nature Humanities & Social Sciences (2023-present) Review Editor: Frontiers in Veterinary Science (2018-present) Regular peer reviewer for 15+ journals

• Disability Studies
• Social Justice
• Artificial Intelligence and Disability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Karen Soldatic is a leading academic in the School of Social Sciences at Western Sydney University, specializing in disability studies, social justice, and intersectional analysis. Her work critically examines the intersections of disability, migration, Indigenous rights, and digital technology within Global South contexts. Her research interests focus on Disability Studies , Social Justice , Artificial Intelligence and Disability , Indigenous Rights , and Migration Studies . Through participatory methodologies, she investigates how digital systems, welfare policies, and social structures create barriers for marginalized communities, particularly women with disabilities in low-income countries and Indigenous populations in Australia. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on technology-facilitated violence against women with disabilities , digital inclusion frameworks , and intersectional resistance strategies . Her work consistently bridges academic theory with community action, focusing on practical interventions for systemic change. Professor Soldatic has secured significant research funding through projects including Walking my path: NSW Indigenous LGBTIQ+ peoples' experiences & aspirations (2023-2027) and Environmental Stewardship Resurgence in Walbanga Land . Her community engagement includes membership in the Australian Sociological Association and Diversty Arts Australia. Her academic contributions include 181 research outputs, 14 major projects, and active supervision of HDR candidates. She holds a PhD from the University of Western Australia and maintains strong connections with disability advocacy organizations including the Australian Federation of Disability Organisations.

• Computer Graphics
• Computer Vision
• Virtual Reality
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Aljosa Smolic is a Professor and Co-Head of the Immersive Realities Research Lab at Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. He joined HSLU in 2022 and became Co-Head in 2023. Previously, he served as SFI Research Professor at Trinity College Dublin (2016-2021) where he led the V-SENSE group in visual computing, combining computer vision, graphics, and media technology. His career includes positions as Senior Research Scientist at Disney Research Zurich (2009-2016) and Scientific Project Manager at Fraunhofer HHI (2001-2009). He holds a PhD from RWTH Aachen University. Research focuses on immersive technologies including AR/VR, volumetric video, light-fields, and deep learning applications in visual computing. His work has resulted in over 50 Disney R&D projects, publications, patents, and technology transfers. Publications emphasize VR evaluation, volumetric video applications, 3D reconstruction, and XR in education, frequently employing deep learning and computer vision techniques. Awards and Recognition: IEEE ICME Star Innovator Award 2020 TCD Campus Company Founders Award 2020 Multiple best paper awards Co-founded Volograms (volumetric video startup) and holds editorial roles including Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Image Processing.

• Qualitative methods
• Thematic analysis
• Qualitative story completion
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Victoria Clarke is an Associate Professor in Qualitative and Critical Psychology at the University of the West of England, affiliated with the Health and Social Sciences department. Her work focuses on qualitative methods, thematic analysis, critical psychology, LGBTQ+ psychology, and social justice. She holds a BSc, PhD, and professional certifications (CPsychol, AFBPsS). Key achievements include the 2022 British Psychological Society President’s Award and Book Award for Thematic Analysis . She collaborates widely, notably with Virginia Braun on influential work in thematic analysis (over 160,000 citations). Her research explores sexuality, gender, and social justice through qualitative methods, including story completion and reflexive approaches. Publications span mental health caregiving, psychedelic therapy, and music’s role in LGBTQ+ identity. She advocates for methodological rigor and inclusivity in qualitative research, addressing gaps in racial and gender equity in psychotherapy and music therapy. Education: BSc, PhD (details not specified) Grants & Labs: Leads the Story Completion Research Group, develops methods like qualitative story completion. Awards: 2022 BPS President’s Award, multiple book awards, and BPS recognitions.

Sue-Ann MacDonaldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Homelessness
• Mental Health
• Social Work
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sue-Ann MacDonald is a tenured Professor at the School of Social Work, Université de Montréal since 2011. Her research focuses on homelessness, mental health, judicialization, and social exclusion, with a recent emphasis on climate justice in social work. She holds a PhD from Université de Montréal, an MSW from the University of Toronto, and a Bachelors in Environmental Sciences and International Development Studies. Her work bridges academia and community action, emphasizing participatory research and the inclusion of marginalized voices. She teaches courses such as 'Introduction to Social Work' and 'Principles of Social Work' and supervises graduate students in various programs. Her research projects include studies on hidden homelessness, encampments, and the integration of ecological perspectives in social work. She leads and collaborates on grants addressing LGBTQIA+ health, youth mental health, and homelessness prevention, funded by organizations like the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). Key research interests include the intersection of homelessness and mental health, harm reduction strategies, and the role of social work in addressing systemic inequities. Her work advocates for policies that prioritize marginalized groups' dignity and inclusion. She has published extensively on topics such as managed alcohol programs, mental health courts, and resilience among homeless youth.

Mariske Westendorpمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cultural Anthropology
• Anthropology of Religion
• Lived Religion
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mariske Westendorp is an Assistant Professor in Cultural Anthropology at the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Utrecht University. She specializes in the anthropology of religion, urban deathscapes, and migration studies. Her work examines intersections of religion, urbanization, and cultural practices, particularly focusing on burial spaces, migrant communities, and religious materiality. She co-authored New Perspectives on Urban Deathscapes (2023) and contributed to research on Islamic burial practices in Europe and translocal cemetery dynamics. Research Interests: Her research explores lived religion in urban contexts, including death rituals, religious materiality, and public contestations over sacred spaces. She investigates how urbanization shapes religious practices and vice versa, with a focus on Hong Kong, Europe, and Asia. Teaching: She teaches courses on Anthropology of Death, Cultural Anthropology theory, and scientific writing methods. Her pedagogy emphasizes ethnographic fieldwork and qualitative research. Publications: Her recent work analyzes burial policies in Luxembourg, Islamic cemetery adaptations in Northern Europe, and Buddhist activism in Hong Kong's Umbrella Movement. She has published in journals like Culture and Religion and Religions , focusing on ethnographic studies of urban religious practices. Awards: No specific prizes mentioned, though her research has been cited widely in migration and urban studies literature.

Nigel Boschمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Educational Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nigel Bosch is an Assistant Professor in the School of Information Sciences (iSchool) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, with a joint appointment in the Department of Educational Psychology. He is also a faculty affiliate at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) and Illinois Informatics. His primary research focuses on machine learning and human-computer interaction applications in education, with particular emphasis on affective computing, metacognition, and online learning environments. Bosch holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Notre Dame, followed by a postdoctoral research position at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications. His research explores machine learning applications in education, including automatic emotion measurement in programming education, metacognition analysis through natural language processing, and ethical implications of AI in learning. He also investigates wearable technologies for health monitoring and algorithmic bias mitigation in educational data. Bosch’s work is supported by grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Institute of Education Sciences (IES), and the University of Illinois. He leads the (Human + Machine) Learning lab, which develops innovative technologies for educational analytics, AI ethics, and human-centered computing.

Jacques Lévyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Planning
• Spatial Planning
• Territorial Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jacques Lévy is an Honorary Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he directs the Chôros Laboratory and the doctoral program in Architecture and Urban Sciences. He holds affiliations in the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) under the PH-ENAC department. Previously, he served as a researcher at CNRS (1984–1993), professor at Sciences Po Paris (1989–2007), and the University of Reims (1993–2004). He is a visiting professor at institutions including NYU, UCLA, and Macquarie University, and a former fellow at the Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin (2003–2004). His research focuses on the theory of societal spaces, particularly political geography, urbanity, globalization, and cartography. He has pioneered the integration of non-verbal methods like audiovisual media in research, culminating in the 2013 film Urbanité/s . He co-directs the open-access journal EspacesTemps.net and the L'espace en société book series, while advising on Pouvoirs Locaux . Key themes in his work include spatial epistemology, territorial development, and the interplay between global and local dynamics. His publications (over 600 works) span geographies of politics, Europe's spatial identity, and globalization impacts. Recent works include Globalization of Urbanity (2013) and Réinventer la France (2013). Scientific Awards: Fellow at Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin (2003–2004). Grants/Advising: Supervisor of 15 EPFL doctoral theses in urban studies, geography, and related fields. Labs/Teams: Heads the Chôros Laboratory and contributes to interdisciplinary urban research initiatives.

• Reproductive Health
• Health Disparities
• Health Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Whitney S. Rice, DrPH, MPH serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences at Emory University Rollins School of Public Health (RSPH), where she directs the Center for Reproductive Health Research in the Southeast (RISE). Her research program investigates social and structural determinants of sexual and reproductive health equity through participatory, justice-oriented frameworks utilizing mixed methods approaches. Her educational trajectory includes a BS from Georgia Institute of Technology, MPH from Emory University, DrPH from University of Alabama at Birmingham, and postdoctoral training at UAB. Dr. Rice teaches BSHES 540 - Research Methods and actively mentors emerging scholars through RISE's research training initiatives. Research interests center on: Structural drivers of reproductive health disparities Policy impacts on abortion and contraceptive access Intersectional stigma in HIV care for women Community-engaged health services research Reproductive justice frameworks in the U.S. South Her work consistently addresses marginalized populations with emphasis on racial equity and policy translation. Recent publications demonstrate methodological diversity spanning systematic reviews, policy evaluations, and qualitative analyses of post-Roe impacts, with strong geographic focus on Southern U.S. contexts and thematic emphasis on structural barriers to care, disinformation challenges, and community resilience strategies. Scientific recognition includes: 2019 Outstanding Young Professional Award (APHA Sexual and Reproductive Health Section) 2023 Inaugural RSPH Faculty Leadership Award 2024 BSHES Distinguished Teaching Award As RISE Director, Dr. Rice leads collaborative research initiatives examining reproductive health policy impacts while providing critical mentorship to junior investigators. Her media engagement—including the 'Health Wanted' podcast—translates research for public discourse on reproductive rights. Current work addresses evolving post-Roe landscapes through community-academic partnerships focused on actionable solutions for health equity.

Carlo Caduffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Anthropology
• Global Health Equity
• Cancer Care Access
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Carlo Caduff is Professor and Head of the Department of Global Health & Social Medicine at King's College London. A social anthropologist specializing in science, medicine and state power, he leads major ethnographic projects on cancer care in India and pandemic preparedness. His Wellcome Trust-funded research examines healthcare affordability and access in resource-constrained settings, particularly focusing on catastrophic expenditures in cancer care within India's fragmented health system. This work addresses intersecting challenges of rising cancer rates, technological fascination, and lack of universal coverage. Caduff serves as Director of Research and chairs the Culture, Medicine & Power Research Group, building on previous work at SOAS and Royal Holloway.

• Science and Technology Studies
• Environmental Sociology
• Sociology of Everyday Life
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mike Michael is a Professor of Science and Technology Studies at the University of Exeter, affiliated with the Department of Social and Political Sciences. He joined the university in 2017 after roles at Lancaster University, Goldsmiths, and the University of Sydney. His research focuses on the intersections of technoscience with everyday life, biomedical innovation, public understanding of science, and process methodology. He has pioneered speculative methodologies and interdisciplinary approaches to studying design, energy communities, and socio-technical systems. Michael’s academic career spans sociology, anthropology, and philosophy, with key affiliations including the Wellcome Centre for Cultures and Environments of Health and the Energy Babble research project. His pedagogical contributions include teaching social theory, environmental sociology, and qualitative methods. He has supervised over 30 PhD students across diverse topics such as biobanking, xenotransplantation, and the spatialities of football. His research outputs emphasize speculative frameworks and aesthetic inquiries, with recent work exploring the ontologies of digital data, infrastructural politics, and posthumanist design. Key themes include the ethical implications of biomedical technologies, the socio-materialities of communication during crises, and the role of aesthetics in shaping scientific and societal practices. Michael’s work bridges academia and public engagement, addressing issues like austerity futures, energy communities, and the ambivalences of abstraction in contemporary research. He actively contributes to interdisciplinary debates on methodologies, futures studies, and the socio-cultural dimensions of technoscience.

• Urban Studies
• Masculinities
• Everyday Life
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Romit Chowdhury is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Erasmus University College and the Department of Public Administration and Sociology. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the National University of Singapore. His research focuses on Urban Studies, Masculinities, Everyday Life, Ethnography, and Literary Theory. His monograph City of Men: Masculinities and Everyday Morality on Public Transport (2023) explores male public transport workers in Kolkata. He has received the Best Article Award in Urban Studies (2021). Current projects include studies on urban multiculture in Rotterdam (funded by Erasmus Trust Funds) and social polarization in cities (NWO Open Competition XS grant). Previously, he conducted postdoctoral research at Durham University on Asian city densities and Tokyo’s transport crowds. He has been a visiting researcher at Uppsala University, University of Amsterdam, and others. He serves on editorial boards for The Sociological Review , Men and Masculinities , and NORMA . Education: PhD in Sociology (National University of Singapore). Earlier work includes studies on men’s rights movements, feminist methodology, and sexual violence in India. His interdisciplinary background spans literature, cultural studies, and social sciences. Grants: Erasmus Trust Funds (Urban Multiculture), NWO Open Competition XS (Social Polarization) Editiorial Roles: The Sociological Review , Men and Masculinities , NORMA Visiting Positions: Uppsala University, University of Amsterdam, Karlstad University, Sophia University, University of Lausanne His research bridges urban sociology with gender analysis, emphasizing everyday practices and their sociopolitical implications. He teaches Urban Sociology, Gender Studies, and Qualitative Methods.