جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Social Inequality
• Urban Violence
• Policing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sara Thompson is a Professor in the Department of Criminology at Toronto Metropolitan University since 2008. Her work focuses on social inequality, urban violence, policing, hate crime, radicalization, and policy impacts. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto and has extensive advisory roles, including co-Principal Investigator on a SSHRC Insight Grant examining body-worn cameras and police accountability. Thompson serves on key committees such as the International Radicalization Prevention Team (ITERP), Toronto Police Service’s Race-Based Data Panel, and the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Research Advisory Committee. Education: BA (Hons.), MA, and Ph.D. in Criminology (University of Toronto). Research Interests: Thompson’s work bridges academic research and policy, emphasizing socially engaged violence-prevention strategies. Her recent projects explore the spatial distribution of violence, policing reforms, and CVE programming efficacy. She has authored influential reports on hate crime priorities, body camera impacts, and diaspora radicalization dynamics. Grants & Advising: Co-PI on SSHRC-funded body camera research (2021–present), led Public Safety Canada CVE evaluations, and contributes to police training curricula through the Ontario Police College. Her advisory roles span community organizations like Yorktown Family Services and Toronto Public Health’s violence initiative. Key Contributions: Developed CVE evaluation frameworks, advised on racial profiling policies, and co-authored major texts such as Canada Among Nations: Terrorism and Counter-terrorism (2020). Her work prioritizes balancing security needs with human rights and community trust.

Alicia Re Cruzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Migration Studies
• Indigenous Studies
• Transnationalism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alicia Re Cruz is a full Professor of Anthropology at the University of North Texas (UNT), affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences . She holds leadership roles including Founding Member of La Colectiva mentoring team and member of the LMAS executive board. Previously, she served as Chair of the Anthropology Department (2007–2011) and Director of the Women's and Gender Studies and LGBTQ Studies Programs (2016–2021). Her research focuses on migration, indigenous Maya communities, transnationalism, applied anthropology, and emergency anthropology, with collaborations spanning international institutions like CSIC (Spain), DIALOG (Canada), and UQROO (Mexico). Education: Doctorado en Antropología Social y Cultural, Universidad Complutense de Madrid (1996) Ph.D. in Anthropology, State University of New York at Albany (1992) M.A. in Anthropology, SUNY Albany (1987) B.A. in Geografía e Historia (Etnología y Antropología de América), Universidad Complutense de Madrid (1985) Research Interests: Alicia’s work centers on migration dynamics, particularly among Maya communities in Yucatán, and its impact on identity, gender, and education. She pioneered Emergency Anthropology , addressing urgent social issues like human trafficking and asylum seeker support. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates border studies, applied methodologies, and community-based interventions. Grants & Collaborations: Recent grants include the Wenner-Gren Foundation’s Engaged Anthropology and World Epistemologies (2016) and UNT’s Rural Sustainability Workshop (2015). She has co-led projects with NGOs on VAWA, human trafficking, and asylum clinics. Awards: UNT Foundation Eminent Professor Award (2021) Bridge Builder Award (2005) Martha Nichols Award for Outstanding Achievement (1999) Teaching & Mentorship: Teaches courses like Migrants and Refugees , Mayan Culture , and Borderlands Studies . Leads an online applied anthropology program and has mentored numerous graduate students in anthropology and behavioral analysis. Labs/Teams: Active in La Colectiva mentoring group and collaborates with international academic networks in applied anthropology and community development.

Margaret D. Bauerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Southern Literature
• American Literature
• Women’s Literature
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Margaret D. Bauer is the Rives Chair of Southern Literature in the Department of English at East Carolina University (ECU) and a Distinguished Professor at Harriot College of Arts and Science. She serves as editor of the North Carolina Literary Review and has held leadership roles such as past President of the North Carolina Literary and Historical Association. Education: B.A., Louisiana State University M.A., University of Southwestern Louisiana Ph.D., University of Tennessee Dr. Bauer’s research focuses on Southern literature, American literature, and feminist literary analysis. Her work explores themes like gender dynamics, regional identity, and the cultural legacy of Southern authors, including Scarlett O’Hara archetypes, Faulknerian influence, and contemporary Southern fiction. Her publications span critical editions, author studies, and feminist interpretations of Southern narratives. Key works include analyses of Ellen Gilchrist, Tim Gautreaux, and Paul Green, reflecting her dedication to expanding scholarly understanding of Southern literary traditions. Scientific Awards: ECU Women of Distinction (2007) Parnassus Award (2007) Scholar-Teacher Award (2004) Lifetime Achievement Award (2014) North Carolina Award for Literature (2017) John Tyler Caldwell Award (2018) Dr. Bauer has mentored graduate students and contributed extensively to editorial and leadership roles, particularly in advancing North Carolina literary scholarship.

Steven Bradburyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sport Sociology
• Equality and Diversity
• Racial Inequities in Sports
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Steven Bradbury is a Senior Lecturer in Sport, Equality, and Diversity at Loughborough University's School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. His research focuses on race, ethnicity, and racism in sports coaching and leadership, with a particular emphasis on addressing racialized inequities in football and other sports contexts. He has held roles such as Senior Research Associate at the Institute of Youth Sport (2002–2013) and Research Assistant at the Sir Norman Chester Centre for Football Research (1994–1996). Education includes a PhD in Sociology of Sport (University of Leicester, 1998–2002), MA in Public Order (1996–1997), PGDip in Information Technology (1994–1995), and BSc in Sociology (1991–1994). Research interests include the under-representation of ethnically diverse coaches, effectiveness of anti-racism policies, and global football governance. He co-edited the book ‘Race’, Ethnicity and Racism in Sports Coaching (2020) and has published extensively on racial equity in sports leadership. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and actively involved in anti-racism campaigns in sports. Key Research Areas: Racialized barriers in coaching, intersectionality in sports, formalized equality interventions. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Sociology and Sport Management teaching group and the Sport, Business and Society research theme. Grants/Awards: Recognized as a leader in critical sport studies, with impactful research disseminated to academic, practitioner, and governmental audiences.

Vanessa Delgadoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Immigration
• Children of Immigrants
• Transition into Adulthood
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Vanessa Delgado is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Washington State University (WSU). She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of California, Irvine (2022). Her research focuses on Latino/a families’ experiences with immigration policies, educational trajectories, and family dynamics in socio-politically restrictive environments. Key areas include immigrant integration, children’s roles in families, and the impact of legal status on socio-economic outcomes. Dr. Delgado employs qualitative methods to explore how immigrant families navigate punitive policies. Her work has been published in journals like Law & Policy , Journal of Latinos and Education , and Sociological Forum . She is currently completing a book manuscript examining how Latino/a children of immigrants influence family integration processes. Her research trends emphasize the intersection of legal status, family obligations, and educational systems. Articles often highlight marginalized groups’ resilience strategies, such as undocumented youth acting as legal brokers or younger siblings shaping siblings’ academic paths. These studies underscore structural barriers faced by Latino/a communities and advocate for policy reforms in education and immigration. Dr. Delgado has no listed awards but actively engages in policy-oriented research. Her advising and grants focus on campus support systems for immigrant students. She is affiliated with WSU’s sociology department and contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on immigration and education equity.

Dael A. Norwoodمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nineteenth-Century America
• Political Economy
• International Trade
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dael A. Norwood is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Delaware's College of Arts & Sciences. His research centers on nineteenth-century American history, emphasizing the global dimensions of U.S. political economy and international commerce. Specializes in global political economy of U.S. commerce Focuses on sovereignty, citizenship, and race in early America Currently researching the emergence of 'businessman' as political identity His publications explore themes like transnational trade networks, constitutional development through commerce, and historiographical methods in economic history. Professor Norwood teaches courses on American global history, capitalism, and political economy, integrating his research into classroom practice.

• Urban Sociology
• Race and Ethnicity
• Cultural Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Reuben A Buford May is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an affiliate of the Center for Social & Behavioral Science. His work focuses on urban nightlife, race, class, and cultural scripts, particularly in African American communities. University: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Department: Sociology Research Focus: Urban sociology, racial discrimination, cultural scripts, and sports sociology. His research explores how social structures and cultural practices shape experiences in public spaces, with notable work on differential pricing in nightclubs, high school basketball's societal role, and ethnographic methods in urban settings. Recent publications address adolescent sports participation, mentorship dynamics, and digital disadvantage. Scientific Awards : Association of Former Students Distinguished Achievement Award in Teaching (2013) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Visiting Professorship, MIT (2010) General Sandy Beaver Teaching Professorship (2003) Glasscock University Professorship in Undergraduate Teaching Excellence (2015) Minnie Stevens Piper Professor Award (2018) May's work has been featured in media discussions about racial discrimination in Chicago nightclubs and has received recognition for its impact on understanding race and inequality.

• Linguistics
• Racialization
• Raciolinguistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jennifer B Delfino is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Illinois. Her research focuses on linguistics, racialization, and raciolinguistics with a particular emphasis on language practices among African American children and issues of academic success in educational settings. She holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0002-1158-0093) and has collaborated internationally on sociolinguistic research. Her work bridges anthropology, education, and applied linguistics. Key research themes include the intersection of language and race, ethnographic studies of schooling dynamics, and the sociopolitical dimensions of linguistic practices. She has published extensively on topics such as after-school programs' impact on academic outcomes and critical perspectives on language education policies. Her publications include a monograph Speaking of Race: Language, Identity, and Schooling Among African American Children (2020), chapters in edited volumes like Critical Sociolinguistics: Dialogues, Dissonances, Developments (2024), and contributions to the Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics (2023). Her work has garnered significant readership in academic platforms like Mendeley.

• Digital Media and Learning
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Education Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Roderic Crooks is an Associate Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of California, Irvine, within the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences. His work critically examines the intersection of technology, education, and race, focusing on how digital tools perpetuate systemic inequities in marginalized communities. Crooks holds a Ph.D. in Information Studies from UCLA, an M.L.I.S. from UCLA, and an M.F.A. in Fiction from the University of Iowa. Education: Ph.D., Information Studies (UCLA); M.L.I.S., Informatics (UCLA); M.F.A., Fiction (University of Iowa) Affiliations: Donald Bren School of Informatics, UC Irvine; CoLED Collaboratory (UCSD); NSF-funded research teams His research explores data-driven edtech’s role in reproducing racial inequality, as detailed in his book Access Is Capture (UC Press, 2024). Key themes include surveillance in urban schools, the commodification of educational data, and grassroots data activism. He advocates for community-driven tech solutions that center marginalized voices. Crooks’ grants include a National Science Foundation award (2019-2022) for studying public uses of data dashboards. His awards reflect recognition for research excellence in critical tech studies, including the UC President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship. He actively collaborates with community organizers to develop equitable tech policies and has advised on projects like the Meta-Metadata initiative analyzing provenance data. He leads the Department of Informatics’ efforts in curriculum design, service on admissions committees, and organizing departmental seminars. His work bridges academia and activism, emphasizing participatory methods to combat algorithmic bias and data extraction in minoritized communities.

Vivian Chenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Media Studies
• Social Psychology
• Interactive Technology Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vivian Chen is an Associate Professor at the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication, Department of Media and Communication, Erasmus University Rotterdam. Her work focuses on the social and psychological impacts of interactive digital media such as AI, video games, virtual reality, and social media. She investigates how technology influences communication behaviors, identity negotiation, and social relationships in both real and virtual environments. Her expertise includes interdisciplinary projects designing digital media for positive social outcomes, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals. Key research clusters include REACT (Responsible Engagement with AI, Culture and Technology) and VEGAS (Virtual Environments, Games and Society). Her recent articles emphasize VR's role in empathy enhancement, avatar embodiment for immigrant integration, and educational VR applications. She has been invited as a keynote speaker on immersive technology's prosocial potential and has engaged in media commentary on gaming culture and digital identity. Active in academic organizing, she chairs events like the Dutch DiGRA 2024 Symposium. Notable research highlights include studies on social presence in online education, classification of VR experiences, and the psychological effects of avatar personalization. Her work bridges digital media design with societal impact, addressing issues like prejudice reduction and cultural diversity through innovative technology applications.

Ryan Cecil Jobsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Energy and Extractive Resource Development
• Technology and Infrastructure
• Racial Capitalism in the Americas
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ryan Cecil Jobson is the Neubauer Family Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of Chicago, affiliated with the Center for the Study of Race, Politics, and Culture, and the Center for Latin American Studies. His work focuses on energy and extractive resource development, technology and infrastructure, and racial capitalism in the Americas. He holds a PhD from Yale University (2017) and specializes in the Caribbean and the Americas, examining issues like climate change, sovereignty, and decolonization. Recent projects include a forthcoming book, *The Petro-state Masquerade: Oil, Sovereignty, and Power in Trinidad and Tobago* (2024), analyzing Trinidad and Tobago’s fossil fuel governance and its 'masquerade of permanence.' Jobson also works on a collection of essays on climate habitability in the Caribbean and a theoretical manuscript on anthropological methods amid climate extinction. His research critiques postcolonial state narratives, linking fossil fuels to political power while highlighting grassroots resistance. He has published widely on topics like petro-state dynamics, extractivism, and decolonial theory, with affiliations strengthening interdisciplinary engagement in race, culture, and global studies.

Katalin Medvedevمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fashion Studies
• Cultural Anthropology of Dress
• Gender and Dress
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Katalin Medvedev is a Professor in the Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors at the University of Georgia's College of Family and Consumer Sciences. She specializes in global fashion studies, cultural aspects of dress, and social sustainability. Her research explores fashion's role in cultural identity, gender politics, and social justice issues such as racial inequity and ageism in the industry. Medvedev has received multiple teaching awards including the University of Georgia Teaching Academy (2018) and Outstanding Teacher of the Year (2016). She directs global study programs in China, Italy, and Peru, and teaches courses like 'Fashion: Why is it Meaningful?' in Cortona, Italy. Her recent projects include editing Fashion, Agency and Empowerment (2019) and exploring Persian rug symbolism and Islamic dress practices in the U.S. Medvedev advises over 10 PhD/Master’s students who now hold academic and industry roles at institutions like Cornell and SMU. She serves on editorial boards and committees for sustainability and women's studies initiatives. Education: Ph.D. (Cultural Aspects of Apparel, University of Minnesota, 2006), M.A. Women's Studies (University of Northern Iowa, 1999), Dual M.A. (English & Russian, Eotvos Lorand University, Hungary, 1980). Research emphasizes fashion peripheries, diversity in fashion education, and sustainable practices. Recent grants include a $6,500 New Approaches in Diversity Grant (2019-2021). Her 150+ peer-reviewed publications span topics from Cambodian fashion NGOs to ageism in New York's creative industries. Medvedev co-leads international conferences and has curated exhibitions on sustainable fashion pedagogy.

Jocelyn Mitchell-Williamsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Disparities
• Medical Education
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jocelyn Mitchell-Williams, MD, PhD, FACOG is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU). She oversees medical education programs, curricular development, and simulation-based training. Previously, she founded CMSRU’s Diversity and Community Affairs office, leading initiatives to address health disparities in underserved communities. Dr. Mitchell-Williams holds a BS in Electrical Engineering and PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Rutgers University, followed by an MD from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology was completed at Cooper University Hospital. Her research focuses on dismantling systemic bias, advancing health equity, and improving cultural competency in medical education. Notable work includes interventions to reduce racial disparities in vaccination rates and preterm birth outcomes. She has secured grants for diversity programs and delivered talks on implicit bias and LGBTQ+ health advocacy. Recipient of the AAMC Spencer Foreman Award and NAACP Crystal Award, she also serves on boards for Camden Coalition for Healthcare Providers and Volunteers of America, Delaware Valley. Her leadership in medical education reform and community service has earned national recognition.

Jennifer Randallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Educational Measurement
• Psychometrics
• Assessment Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Randall is the Dunn Family Endowed Professor of Psychometrics and Test Development at the Marsal Family School of Education, University of Michigan. She also serves as the founding President of the Center for Measurement Justice, advocating for antiracist and justice-oriented assessment practices. Her career began as a secondary history teacher in public schools, where she recognized systemic harms of traditional assessments on marginalized students, particularly Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities. She holds a bachelor’s (1996) and master’s (1999) from Duke University and a doctoral degree from Emory University (2007). Dr. Randall’s education includes: Bachelor’s degree, Duke University (1996) Master’s degree, Duke University (1999) Doctoral degree, Emory University (2007) Her research interests are centered on disrupting white supremacist structures in assessment and fostering justice-oriented, antiracist practices. She focuses on redefining constructs in educational measurement to explicitly value sociocultural identities, particularly of Black, Brown, and Indigenous students. Key areas include equitable assessment design, dismantling anti-Black practices in literacy testing, and ensuring marginalized communities are prioritized in all stages of assessment development—from construct articulation to score administration. She also investigates the intersection of education policy, fairness in testing, and strategies to increase diversity in educational measurement programs. Her recent articles emphasize antiracist frameworks in assessment, recruitment of underrepresented students, and classical test theory critiques. They highlight her advocacy for inclusive testing practices and systemic change in educational measurements. Dr. Randall has not listed any scientific awards in the provided information. She is actively involved in grants such as the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Technical Support Award (Jun 2024–Feb 2025) and Increasing Access in the Educational Measurement Field (Sep 2023–Aug 2025), which focus on equitable recruitment and institutional reform. She collaborates with students, parents, and teachers to translate their needs into culturally affirming assessment experiences. She leads the Center for Measurement Justice, a key lab/organization, and engages in state/national committees promoting antiracist assessment policies.

Shiva Chandraمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Personal Life
• Sexuality
• Gender
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Shiva Chandra is a post-doctoral research fellow at the Sydney Centre for Healthy Societies at the University of Sydney. He completed his PhD at the University of Sydney, focusing on the relationships and identities of gay men of South Asian descent. His research spans sexuality, gender, race, digital media, youth, and wellbeing, with a focus on queer attachment, belonging, and the social responsibility of research at the intersection of academia and community development. Key research areas: Queer studies, antimicrobial-resistant STIs, digital media, personal communities, postcolonial identity, youth wellbeing Recent projects: Examined GBTQ+ safe sex practices, antimicrobial resistance in STIs, and digital family dynamics Collaborations: Partnered with Facebook, UNICEF, LEGO, Australian eSafety Commissioner, and ACON Scientific awards: Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President, Research, Enterprise and International Award (2021) for UN Food Systems Dialogues Team Publications emphasize community-engaged research, antimicrobial resistance, digital media impacts on queer youth, and intersectional approaches to family dynamics. His work includes policy recommendations for organizations like UNICEF and person-centred design frameworks.