Anthony Levitas is a Senior Fellow at Brown University’s Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, specializing in intergovernmental fiscal relations, education finance, and decentralization in post-communist Europe. He directs the Watson Institute’s Undergraduate Program in Public Policy and teaches courses on fiscal policy, education governance, and the history of the American Tax State. His work focuses on local government reform, particularly in Ukraine, Poland, and the Balkans, advising on tax systems, budgeting, and subnational finance. Research Interests: Political Economy, Local Government Reform, Intergovernmental Fiscal Relations, Education Finance, Post-Communist Europe, Decentralization. He has led major reform initiatives in Ukraine, Macedonia, Serbia, and Albania, including designing fiscal transfer systems and drafting legislation. Currently, he collaborates with the Ukrainian government on restructuring subnational finance and supports United Way of Rhode Island in mapping family services. His recent efforts include raising funds for Ukrainian medical aid through the ‘Friends of Ukraine RI’ coalition. Grants & Projects: Supported by SIDA/SKL, USAID, and NALAS, his work emphasizes fiscal decentralization, local governance capacity, and equitable resource allocation. He co-authored influential reports on Ukraine’s governance reforms and contributed to the Kennan Institute’s analyses on decentralization challenges.
Brian Smith is a Chair and Professor of Integrated Marketing Communications at the University of Mississippi , where he focuses on the intersection of public relations, social media, and strategic communication. His work emphasizes crisis communication, digital engagement, and the evolving role of practitioners in integrated environments. Education B.A. in Humanities, Brigham Young University (2001) M.A. in International Relations, Brigham Young University (2001) Ph.D. in Communications, University of Maryland-College Park (2009) Brian’s research spans social media dynamics, influencer marketing, and communication integration. He investigates how organizations navigate crises through digital interactivity, develops frameworks for empowering marginalized populations, and explores AI’s impact on communication practices. His recent publications highlight trends in digital advocacy , strategic empowerment , and technology-driven communication . Articles from 2025 examine citizen science approaches, AI ethics, and interviewer protocols for vulnerable groups, while earlier works establish theoretical foundations for integrated communication and PR’s expanding role. As a faculty member, Brian contributes to advancing public relations education and practice through empirical studies on relationship management, brand ambassador dynamics, and social media’s transformative potential.
Terry McGovern is a Professor and Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs at the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy. She holds a JD and is internationally recognized for expertise in health and human rights, sexual and reproductive rights, gender justice, and environmental justice. Previously, she served as the Harriet and Robert H. Heilbrunn Professor and Chair of Columbia University’s Heilbrunn Department of Population and Family Health, founding the HIV Law Project and leading advocacy efforts in HIV-related policy. Her research focuses on global health justice, with a particular emphasis on marginalized populations. Key areas include reproductive justice, maternal-child health, and environmental health equity. McGovern has authored federal regulations on clinical trial inclusion and litigated landmark cases like S.P. v. Sullivan , expanding disability criteria for HIV patients. Professional roles include serving on the Lancet Commission on Adolescent Health, UNFPA Global Advisory Council, Council on Foreign Relations, and NYCLU Board. Her recent work addresses pandemic impacts on gender-based violence services, U.S. abortion access post-Roe v. Wade, and global policy effects of the Global Gag Rule. Advocacy and grants include litigation funding through the HIV Law Project and institutional leadership shaping academic health policy. McGovern’s transnational collaborations advance health equity through legal frameworks and multidisciplinary research.
Eduardo Silva holds the Friezo Foundation Chair in Political Science at Tulane University's School of Liberal Arts. His research specializes in Latin American political economy, sustainable development, and social movements. Silva examines state-society relations, environmental governance, and mass mobilization patterns across Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico, Venezuela, and Andean countries. His publications analyze the political economy of resource extraction, environmental policy implementation, and post-neoliberal transformations. Consultant to the Inter-American Development Bank and U.S. State Department, Silva has conducted extensive fieldwork on forest policy and development politics. He teaches courses in Latin American Governments, Comparative Politics, and Political Development.
Dr. Dean Bavington is a Professor in the Department of Geography at Memorial University of Newfoundland. His research critically examines managerial approaches to nature through historical, philosophical and geographical lenses, with emphasis on Newfoundland fisheries. Key research areas: Critiques of fisheries science and management paradigms Environmental history of Newfoundland cod collapse Industrial aquaculture and blue revolution narratives Vernacular ecologies and subsistence practices Epistemological conflicts in environmental management Publications include the book 'Managed Annihilation: An Unnatural History of the Newfoundland Cod Collapse' and analyses of aquaculture development. Recent work explores sustainability promises in salmon farming and science-society tensions in place-based communities.
Richard Harknett serves as Professor and Director of the School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Cincinnati, where he also directs the Center for Cyber Strategy and Policy and co-directs the Ohio Cyber Range Institute. He maintains affiliate roles with UC's School of Information Technology and the Diplomatic Academy Vienna, Austria, having previously served as Fulbright Professor there in 2001 and at Oxford University in 2017. His educational background includes: PhD in Political Science, The Johns Hopkins University (1991) MA in Political Science/International Relations, The Johns Hopkins University (1989) BA in Political Science, cum laude, Villanova University (1985) Harknett's research centers on international relations theory and cybersecurity, with pioneering work on cyber strategy rejecting deterrence models in favor of persistent engagement frameworks. His scholarship examines structural realism's application to cyberspace, cost imposition dynamics, and strategic competition, arguing that traditional security paradigms require fundamental rethinking in the digital domain. Current projects explore the theoretical foundations of cyber persistence and intelligence contests in strategic competition. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent thematic development across cyber strategy, with increasing sophistication in conceptualizing persistent engagement, tacit bargaining, and strategic competition dynamics. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between political science, security studies, and cybersecurity practice, particularly in translating theoretical frameworks to operational contexts. Harknett has received significant recognition for his contributions: Ohio Board of Regents Faculty Innovator Award (2010) Ohio Senate Resolution No. 248 (2010) J. William Fulbright Scholar in Cyber Studies at Oxford (2017) Provost Career Award and multiple University of Cincinnati service awards Edith C. Alexander Award for Distinguished Teaching As a dedicated mentor, he has chaired dissertations for Hasan Yalcin and Tiest Sondaal while advising Igor Kovac. His substantial grant portfolio exceeds $6 million as Principal Investigator, including major awards from the Department of Homeland Security (OPCI project, $2M), National Science Foundation (CSI:UC, $1.4M), and Ohio Department of Higher Education (Ohio Cyber Range, $5M+). He has secured funding from NSA, Air Force Research Laboratory, and private foundations like Koch Foundation. Harknett co-directs the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, a statewide cybersecurity education initiative serving over 30 Ohio institutions, and leads the Center for Cyber Strategy and Policy which develops strategic frameworks for government and industry partners. These centers position UC as a national leader in cybersecurity education infrastructure and policy research, directly supporting Ohio's cybersecurity workforce development and national security objectives.
Professor Pippa Catterall is a distinguished academic at the University of Westminster , affiliated with the History Research Group , Centre for Law, Society and Popular Culture , and Westminster Development Policy Network . Her work bridges constitutional history, religious politics, and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Education: B.A. in History, University of Cambridge (1984) Ph.D. in History, Queen Mary University of London (1989) Research Focus: Religion's influence on British political development Queer urban space design Constitutional evolution post-Glorious Revolution Labour movement's religious foundations Prime ministerial policy strategy Recent Work Trends: 2024 monograph on Queer Perspectives on Public Space 2025 analysis of Free Church arms regulation 2026 exploration of thanatourism Honors: Literati Club Best Generalist Reference Book of the Year (1990) Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (1996–) EDI Audit Grant recipient (Quintin Hogg Trust) Leadership: Chair, University of Westminster Press Co-Chair, Staff Q+ Network Editor, National Identities journal (1998–)
Dr. Ran Alice Cai is a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Greenwich, affiliated with the School of Human Sciences within the Faculty of Education, Health and Human Sciences. Her research focuses on health and social psychology, particularly examining how social support, autonomy, and self-efficacy can aid in managing chronic illnesses among children and young people. Research Areas: Health Psychology, Social Psychology, Chronic Illness Management, Adolescent Health, Self-Management Technologies, Rheumatic Diseases, Diabetes Care Teaching: Health Psychology, Social Psychology, Research Methods Previous Roles: Research Associate (2014–2019) at UCL, Assistant Psychologist (2014–2015) at UCLH, Research Assistant (2013–2014) at UCL Her recent publications analyze rheumatic conditions' effects on social and psychological development in adolescents, the creation of self-management tools (e.g., JIApp, BeTAR), and healthcare quality improvements. She supervises BSc, MSc, and PhD students and welcomes PhD candidates in her research areas.
Dr. Elizabeth Bloodgood is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Concordia University, specializing in international relations and the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Her research focuses on NGO lifecycles, transnational advocacy networks, and the political power of data. She leads the Global Registry of Nonprofit Data Sources (GRNDS) in collaboration with Ajah, analyzing NGO populations cross-nationally. Her work is supported by SSHRC funding and addresses topics such as nonprofit regulations, epistemic communities, and the evolving UN governance model in the NGO era. Education: Columbia University (MA in Political Science), Princeton University (PhD in Politics) Her research interests span NGO dynamics, data environments, and global governance. She explores how regulatory frameworks and information ecosystems shape NGO activities. Key projects include examining national nonprofit data systems and their implications for transparency and accountability. Her recent publications analyze NGO data methodologies, UN multilateralism reforms, and transnational advocacy strategies. She co-edited Beyond the Boomerang , advancing theories of transcalar advocacy in global politics. Grants: SSHRC-funded research on NGO lifecycles Labs/Teams: Director of GRNDS, collaborating with Ajah and international researchers
Aaron Moreno , Ph.D., is a Researcher at the Department of History at St. Mary's University, San Antonio . His work focuses on the medieval Mediterranean , particularly the history of Christian communities in regions previously controlled by Muslim powers such as the Mozarabs of Iberia and Greek Christians of Sicily . Ph.D., University of California, Los Angeles M.A., University of California, Los Angeles B.A., Brown University Moreno's research examines ethnic and religious identification in post-conquest societies , analyzing how communal identity was shaped by indigenous status rather than linguistic or liturgical practices. His monograph-in-progress , Professionally Indigenous Christians: The Mozarab and Greek Elite of Toledo and Messina (1100–1350) , uses comparative methods to challenge linear narratives of assimilation. His publications include studies on anthroponymy and autography in multilingual environments, Mozarab identification , and liturgical continuities . He has presented at conferences for the American Historical Association , Medieval Academy , and Association for Spanish and Portuguese Historical Studies , with fieldwork conducted in Spain, Italy, Portugal, and the Netherlands . Moreno also directs the International and Global Studies Program , organizing events on global issues and careers.
Frank Lovett is Professor of Political Science and Philosophy (by courtesy) at Washington University in St. Louis, serving as Director of Legal Studies. He earned his PhD from Columbia University and completed postdoctoral work at the National Institutes of Health and Princeton University's University Center for Human Values. His research examines political freedom, domination theories, and justice frameworks within civic republicanism. Core themes include: Arbitrary power and social justice relationships Institutional designs minimizing domination Republican conceptions of law and liberty Historical development of republican thought His publications demonstrate consistent theoretical development of domination frameworks, with recent work expanding into cultural identity, economic applications, and Milton's political philosophy. The Oxford Handbook of Republicanism (2024) represents a comprehensive scholarly contribution. Honors include the APSA Foundations Best First Book Prize for A General Theory of Domination and Justice and a Rockefeller Fellowship at Princeton. He teaches courses in political theory, history of political thought, and legal studies.
Dr. Pauline Bomball is an Associate Professor of Law at the Australian National University's College of Law. She specializes in employment law, labour law, contract law, and law and technology. Previously, she served as a Senior Lecturer (2019-2021) and Lecturer (2015-2018) at ANU. She was also a Fellow of the Harvard Law School Labor and Worklife Program (2018-2019) and serves on the International Advisory Group for the Clean Slate for Worker Power Project. Dr. Bomball's educational background includes: PhD in Law from the Australian National University Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours and University Medal) from the Australian National University Bachelor of Economics from the Australian National University Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (GDLP) from the Australian National University Dr. Bomball's research focuses on critical issues at the intersection of labor law, employment relationships, and technological change. Her work examines the evolving nature of work in the gig economy, the legal frameworks governing employment status determination, and the balance of power in workplace relationships. She critically analyzes how traditional legal concepts apply to contemporary work arrangements and explores the tension between contractual autonomy and protective labor standards. Her scholarly publications reveal a consistent focus on the foundational aspects of employment relationships, with particular attention to how courts determine employment status and allocate responsibility in complex work arrangements. Her recent work increasingly addresses the challenges posed by digital platforms and the gig economy to traditional employment law frameworks, examining how legal systems can adapt to protect workers while acknowledging new business models. Dr. Bomball has received numerous teaching awards recognizing her excellence in student learning: ANU Vice-Chancellor's Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2018) ANU College of Law Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2017) ANU University Commendation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning - Team Award (2014) ANU College of Law Award for Teaching Excellence - Team Award (2013) ANU University Commendation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning - Early Career Teaching (2013) ANU College of Law Award for Teaching Excellence - Early Career Teaching (2012) University Medal in Law and Supreme Court Judges' Prize from ANU Dr. Bomball actively contributes to the academic and legal communities through supervising PhD candidates, including Rosemary Listing and Gareth Downing. She serves in leadership roles such as Chair of the ANU College of Law Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Committee and as Leader of the ANU Private Law Research Group. Her service extends to editorial positions with the Australian Journal of Labour Law and Federal Law Review, where she has shaped scholarly discourse in her fields of expertise. Through her involvement with Harvard Law School's Labor and Worklife Program and contributions to OnLabor, Dr. Bomball engages with international labor law developments. Her work on the Clean Slate for Worker Power Project demonstrates her commitment to innovative approaches to worker representation and collective bargaining in contemporary labor markets.
Natalie Stoljar is a Professor at McGill University with a joint appointment in the Department of Equity, Ethics & Policy (Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences) and the Department of Philosophy. She serves as Director of the Institute for Gender, Sexuality and Feminist Studies. Her academic roles include Associate Editor of Philosophical Studies and Subject Editor for Gender and Feminism in The Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy . Education: BA (Hons) and LLB (Hons) from the University of Sydney; PhD from Princeton University. Prior appointments include positions at Australian National University, Monash University, and the University of Melbourne. Research focuses on feminist philosophy, political philosophy, and philosophy of law. Key themes include relational autonomy, legal interpretation, gender essentialism, and procedural justice. Current projects explore vulnerability, equality, and ethical dimensions of legal processes. Recent articles emphasize themes like dialogical trust in legal contexts, constraints on legal interpretation, and intersectional approaches to discrimination. Her work integrates theoretical philosophy with applied ethics in law, medicine, and public policy. Grants include SSHRC Insight Grants for research on autonomy and equality. She has held leadership roles including Chair of the Department of Philosophy (2008-2012) and Interim Director of the Institute for Health and Social Policy (2018-2019). Led initiatives at the Institute for Gender, Sexuality and Feminist Studies, fostering interdisciplinary research on feminist theory and social justice. Her teaching includes philosophy of law courses (PHIL 348 and PHIL 648).
Alexandra Mullock is a Senior Lecturer in Medical Law at the School of Law, with a focus on ethically contentious healthcare issues. She earned her PhD at Manchester (2008-2011) as part of an AHRC project analyzing the impact of criminal law on healthcare ethics. LLB (Hons), PGCE, LLM, PhD External Examiner at University of East Anglia (since Oct 2017) Contributor to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (Healthier Futures Research Beacon) Research Interests: End-of-Life Law, criminal regulation of healthcare professionals, legitimacy of medical interventions, and cosmetic surgery ethics. Her work intersects with SDGs related to health and well-being. Recent Publications: Exploring assisted dying frameworks, prosecution policies in mercy killings, cryopreservation legality, and historical medical jurisprudence. Collaborated on The Legitimacy of Medical Treatment and Pioneering Healthcare Law (both Routledge 2015). Collaborations: Active in UK-focused research on assisted suicide, criminal law in healthcare, and conscientious objection. Affiliated with the Healthier Futures Research Beacon.
Victor Muniz-Fraticelli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Law at McGill University. His research focuses on political theory, legal pluralism, jurisprudence, constitutional law, and theories of justice. He explores topics such as intergenerational justice, meta-ethical pluralism, and the intersection of law with religious and social institutions. His work critiques administrative despotism in modern governance, examines the principle of subsidiarity in EU and Canadian contexts, and analyzes religious freedom within secular legal frameworks. Publications include The Structure of Pluralism (Oxford UP, forthcoming) and contributions to Law in the Time of Risk and Les Atéliers de l’Éthique . Muniz-Fraticelli has reviewed major works in political theory and jurisprudence, including Henry Richardson’s Democratic Autonomy and Axel Gosseries’ Intergenerational Justice . His scholarship bridges theoretical debates with practical legal challenges in pluralist societies.
