جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Consumer Culture Studies
• Social and Cultural Aspects of Consumption
• Marketplace Ideologies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor James Cronin is a Professor in Consumer Culture Studies at Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) and Director of the LUMS Centre for Consumption Insights. His research focuses on the social and cultural dimensions of consumer behavior, including marketplace ideologies, consumer escapism, health & well-being, and celebrity brand relationships. He has led major interdisciplinary projects such as the UKRI NERC-funded 'Plastic Packaging in People's Lives' (PPiPL), examining plastic's socio-cultural role. Cronin has published in journals like Marketing Theory and Annals of Tourism Research , and co-edited a special issue on Consumer Culture Theory. He co-chaired the 2025 Cybernetic Culture Workshop, exploring digitalization's impact on consumer culture and security. His teaching emphasizes critical perspectives on branding and consumer culture, earning awards such as the 2018 Management School Teaching Prize. Education & Research: Cronin's work bridges philosophy, sociology, and cultural theory. He authored The Little Book of Plastics in Everyday Life , framing plastic as a 'passengerial' icon. Recent research explores Gothic and uncanny aspects of consumption. He supervises PhD students in areas like interpretive consumer research and critical marketing studies. Grants & Awards: Key grants include £760k for PPiPL (2020–2024) and two 2023–2026 PhD studentships on healthcare service experiences and bureau-medicalization. Awards include the 2022 University-wide Staff Awards 'Highly Commended' for teaching. Media & Outreach: Cronin contributes to public discourse via outlets like The Conversation , addressing topics like nutrition labeling and celebrity branding. He engages in knowledge exchange through events like the Cybernetic Culture Workshop and public lectures on consumption trends. Labs & Collaborations: Leads the Centre for Consumption Insights, collaborating with Security Lancaster and RISCS on interdisciplinary projects. Active in conferences like the Consumer Culture Theory Conference and Macromarketing Society events.

Omar Lizardoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Sociology
• Historical Sociology
• Social Movement Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Omar Lizardo is the LeRoy Neiman Term Chair Professor of Sociology at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he conducts empirical and theoretical research at the intersection of multiple sociological fields. He holds office in Haines Hall and maintains an active research program that spans cultural sociology, historical sociology, social movement studies, cognitive sociology, and network science. His research interests focus on the relationship between social position and cultural taste across multiple levels of analysis and time scales, with particular emphasis on patterns of cultural change and cultural stratification. He also contributes to the interdisciplinary field of Network Science, examining social tie formation, the dynamics of social networks, and the influence of personal attributes on network structure. His work bridges sociology with physics, computer science, and complex systems theory. Lizardo's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the intersections of culture, cognition, and networks, with articles appearing in top sociology journals including American Sociological Review, Sociological Theory, and Social Forces. His research often employs innovative methodological approaches to analyze cultural patterns and social networks. American Sociological Association Section on Theory Theory Prize for Outstanding Article (Honorable Mention), 2017 American Sociological Association Section on Emotions Recent Contribution Award (Honorable Mention), 2015 American Sociological Association Section on Comparative and Historical Sociology Charles Tilly Best Article Award, 2014 Best Paper Award at The Fifth ACM Hotplanet Workshop, 2013 American Sociological Association Section on Theory Lewis Coser Award for Theoretical Agenda Setting, 2013 American Sociological Association Section on Culture Clifford Geertz Prize for Best Article, 2008 Lizardo has successfully secured significant grant funding from multiple sources including the National Science Foundation, Army Research Laboratory, and National Institutes of Health, with projects focused on network science, social dynamics, and health behaviors. He has advised graduate students like Isaac Jilbert and collaborates extensively with scholars across disciplines. Beyond his research, he serves in important editorial roles, having been former co-editor of American Sociological Review and currently co-editing Sociological Theory, while also serving on the Board of Reviewing Editors for the journal Science.

I-Fen Linمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Family Sociology
• Aging
• Survey Methods
• +۶ مورد دیگر

I-Fen Lin is a Professor of Sociology at the Department of Sociology, Bowling Green State University (BGSU), within the College of Arts & Sciences. Her work focuses on family sociology, aging, and survey methods, particularly examining parent-child relationships across the life course, including parental investment in children and adult children’s support for aging parents. She has conducted significant research on gray divorce, family caregiving in late life, and intergenerational transfer dynamics. Education: PhD and MS in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin; BA in Social Work from Fu-Jen University, Taiwan. Her research interests emphasize the consequences of marital dissolution in later life, stepfamily dynamics, and disparities in pandemic-related hardships among older adults. She has explored topics like racial-ethnic gaps in economic hardship during the pandemic, caregiving for older adults with dementia, and the role of intergenerational support in mitigating depressive symptoms. Her recent articles highlight trends in late-life family caregiving, the impact of gray divorce on parent-child relationships, and the evolving demography of caregiving networks in an aging U.S. population. While no specific awards are listed, her extensive publication record reflects her contributions to understanding family structures and aging challenges. Lin’s work bridges demographic analysis with qualitative insights, addressing policy-relevant issues such as economic consequences of divorce and the design of support systems for vulnerable aging populations.

Yi-Su Chenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Supply Chain Management
• Behavioral Operations Management
• Supply Chain Risk Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yi-Su Chen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Information and Operations Management at the University of Michigan-Dearborn College of Business. She also serves as an MIDAS affiliated faculty member and holds an MBA degree with dual concentrations in Operations & Logistics Management and Finance. Ph.D. in Operations Management, University of Minnesota Specializes in behavioral operations and supply chain management Her research focuses on supply chain risk management , buyer-supplier relational dynamics , and empirical operations research . By combining longitudinal data analysis and behavioral experiments , she investigates early warning signals in supply chain security and decision-making processes. Her work has been featured in top journals like the Journal of Operations Management and International Journal of Production Economics , with recent trends showing increasing emphasis on network analysis and sustainability in supply chains. Key scientific recognitions include: Distinguished Research Team Award for the DTE E-Challenge Project (2023) DSJ Best Paper Award Finalist (2020) Researcher of the Year Award (2017) JPSM Best Paper Award Finalist (2016) Mid-American Business Deans Association Honorable Mention (2021) Dr. Chen actively mentors students through high-impact classroom projects such as the 4flow Case Study Competition and Network Design for the Detroit Fire Department. She has secured multiple grants—including projects on battery recycling, energy efficiency, and clean water solutions—to support both academic research and community engagement initiatives.

Laura Macgregorمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Commercial Law
• Contract Law
• Agency Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laura Macgregor holds the Chair of Scots Law at the University of Edinburgh, appointed in July 2020, marking the first woman in this role's 297-year history. Before academia, she practiced as a solicitor at a major Scottish firm. She joined Edinburgh Law School in 2002 after teaching at Glasgow. Her research focuses on commercial law—including contract law, agency law, and partnership law—within a comparative European and global context, alongside legal history. She authored the seminal Agency Law in Scotland and co-edited Interpretation of Commercial Contracts in European Private Law . Education: LLB, LLM, and DipLP qualifications. Research interests include Scots law's comparative analysis, legal history, and modern legal frameworks. She contributed to the Common Core of European Private Law and edits Edinburgh Law Review . Active in legal professional development, she delivers annual CPD courses on contract law across Scotland and online. Recent scholarship includes partnership law dissolution impacts, agency law continuity, and 19th-century legal practices. Her work bridges academia and practice, fostering collaboration through the Edinburgh Centre for Commercial Law.

Scott Bantaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Protein Engineering
• Metabolic Engineering
• Synthetic Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Scott Banta is the Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering and a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Columbia University. His research focuses on protein engineering, metabolic engineering, and synthetic biology to address challenges in bioengineering, including biotechnology, nanotechnology, and environmental applications. He leads the Banta Lab, which develops novel biomaterials like calcium-dependent beta-roll peptides for applications in hydrogel formation, bioseparations, and biofuel production. Notable projects include engineering thermostable alcohol dehydrogenases for diverse catalytic functions and founding Ironic Chemicals LLC to create biofuels from copper mining waste. Professional experience includes roles as Professor (2015–present), Associate Professor (2009–2015), and Assistant Professor (2004–2009) at Columbia. Prior to this, he was a postdoctoral researcher at Harvard Medical School (2002–2004). He earned his BSE from the University of Maryland Baltimore County (1997) and MS/PhD from Rutgers University (2000/2002). He holds honors such as AIMBE Fellowship (2016) and the James M. Van Lanen Award (2016). His lab’s work spans enzyme engineering for biofuel production, microbial systems for metal recovery, and synthetic biology tools for cofactor regeneration. Key collaborations include development of protein-nanomaterial interfaces and electrofuels from CO₂. His research has generated over 70 publications, with recent emphasis on biomining microbiology, calcium-responsive peptides, and sustainable metallurgical processes. He serves as Associate Editor of Biotech. Eng. J. and leads the Biochemical Technology Division of the American Chemical Society.

Susan Southمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Personality Psychology
• Psychopathology
• Behavioral Genetics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Susan South is a Professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences at Purdue University, where she also serves as the Director of Clinical Training and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs . Her research bridges personality, psychopathology, and interpersonal relationships, with a focus on how marriage influences mental health. Education: PhD (2006), University of Virginia Research Interests center on gene-environment interplay in marital dysfunction and mental illness, behavior genetics of personality and relationships, and interpersonal risk factors for mild cognitive impairment. She employs longitudinal and twin studies to explore these dynamics. Recent Articles highlight her work on Hierarchical Taxonomy of Psychopathology (HiTOP) , personality disorders , and relationship dissolution , with applications to substance use , loneliness , and emotional regulation . Scientific Awards : Fellow, Association for Psychological Science Grants : NIH/NIA, Indiana CTSI, Simon Foundation

Hang Renمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electrochemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hang Ren is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Texas at Austin, where he has been since 2021. He is affiliated with the Allen J. Bard Center for Electrochemistry and leads research on electroanalytical methods to elucidate interface heterogeneity and dynamics in electrocatalysis, energy storage, and biological systems. Dr. Ren received his B.S. from Sun Yat-Sen University (2011), Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (2016), and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Utah (2016-2018). Education: Postdoctoral Associate, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT (2016-2018) Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI (2016) B.S. (Honors) in Chemistry, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China (2011) Dr. Ren's research spans analytical chemistry , physical electrochemistry , and materials science . His group pioneers scanning electrochemical probe microscopy and correlative techniques to study nanoscale electrocatalytic processes, revealing local structure-activity relationships in energy conversion and storage. They develop tools for single-cell imaging and delivery, with applications in electrocatalysis, battery materials, critical element recovery, and high-throughput materials synthesis. Key innovations include dynamic interface control and stochastic process analysis at the nanoscale. His recent publications (2022-2025) emphasize nanoscale heterogeneity in electrochemical systems. Using advanced microscopy, his work uncovers stochastic nucleation/dissolution dynamics and phase transitions, with direct applications in renewable energy. A unifying theme is the development of dynamic strategies for precise electrochemical synthesis and interface engineering across energy storage, catalysis, and biological contexts. Scientific Awards: Sloan Research Fellowship Royce W. Murray Young Investigator Award NSF CAREER Award NIH Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) DARPA Director’s Award DARPA Young Faculty Award Scialog Fellow CNS Catalyst Award Baxter Young Investigator Awards ACS PRF Doctoral New Investigator Award James W. and Carolyn L. Taylor MUACC Travel Award George Ashworth Analytical Chemistry Fellowship ACS Rising Star in Measurement Science Nanoscale Emerging Investigator Dr. Ren leads the Ren Electrochemistry Group with major funding from NSF, NIH, and DARPA. His group mentors graduate students and postdocs in developing cutting-edge electroanalytical methods for sustainable energy and biomedical applications. Current projects address fundamental challenges in electrocatalyst design, battery interface engineering, and single-cell analysis. The Ren Electrochemistry Group operates state-of-the-art facilities for nanoscale electrochemical imaging and materials characterization, enabling interdisciplinary collaborations in energy materials and biological systems. Their work bridges fundamental electrochemistry with practical applications in renewable energy and healthcare diagnostics.

Georg W. Bertramمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Aesthetics
• Philosophy of Language
• Hermeneutics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Georg W. Bertram, born in 1967, is Professor of Philosophy (with a focus on aesthetics and philosophy of language) at the Institute of Philosophy, Free University of Berlin. Since July 2022, he has served as Vice President for Appointments and Appointment Strategy (VP2) at the university. He is also Speaker of the Graduate College 2638 'Normativity, Critique, Change' and Project Leader in the Collaborative Research Center 'Intervening Arts' (Project B01: 'Improvisation as a Paradigm of Artistic Interventions'). His research spans theoretical philosophy with specializations in aesthetics, philosophy of language, hermeneutics, critical theory, and philosophy of German idealism (particularly Hegel). Bertram's work explores the relationship between artistic practices and normativity, improvisation as artistic intervention, the unity and conflict of arts, and the societal impact of aesthetic experience. His approach combines analytical precision with continental philosophical traditions, creating a unique perspective on contemporary philosophical issues. Analysis of Bertram's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the intersection of aesthetics, normativity, and social theory. His work consistently examines how artistic practices challenge and transform social norms, with particular attention to improvisation as a paradigm for understanding artistic intervention in society. The research demonstrates a sophisticated engagement with Hegelian aesthetics while simultaneously addressing contemporary art forms and their social implications. Bertram's scholarship bridges traditional philosophical inquiry with cutting-edge investigations into the transformative potential of art in modern society. Bertram has held significant leadership roles including Dean of the Department of Philosophy and Humanities (2019-2022), Managing Director of the Institute of Philosophy (2009-2011), and Deputy Managing Director (2011-2017). He has been Principal Investigator in multiple collaborative research projects including the International Graduate College InterArt (2010-2015) and the Collaborative Research Center 'Aesthetic Experience in the Context of the Dissolution of the Limits of the Arts' (2008-2014). Since 2010, he served as Trustee Professor of the German Academic Scholarship Foundation at FU Berlin until 2022. Bertram leads significant research initiatives including the Graduate College 2638 'Normativity, Critique, Change' (since 2021), which examines how normative practices in art, law, religion, language, and morality both constrain and enable critical transformation. His current research team includes Einstein Visiting Fellow Prof. Alva Noë and focuses on 'Reorganizing Ourselves: The Transformative Potential of Philosophy and Art.' The research group operates within the broader framework of collaborative projects including the 'Intervening Arts' CRC and the Friedrich Schlegel Graduate School for Literary Studies.

• Thermophysical Properties of Fluids
• Carbon Dioxide Capture and Storage
• Hydrogen Production and Storage
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Martin Trusler is a Professor of Thermophysics in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London, within the Faculty of Engineering. His affiliations include the Clean Fossil and Bioenergy Group, Energy Futures Lab, Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering, and Thermophysics Laboratory. He holds a BSc (1st class honours) and PhD in Physical Chemistry from University College London (1977–1984). His career spans over three decades at Imperial College, progressing from Lecturer (1988) to Senior Lecturer (1995) before his current professorial role since 2001. Research interests focus on thermophysical properties of fluids, particularly in carbon capture, hydrogen storage, and energy systems. Key areas include phase behavior of CO2 and hydrogen mixtures, interfacial properties of reservoir minerals, and fluid dynamics under extreme conditions. His work integrates experimental measurements with computational modeling to improve understanding of energy and environmental processes. Publications emphasize experimental methodologies and theoretical frameworks for fluid behavior, with recent emphasis on CO2 mineralization, hydrogen infrastructure, and subsurface storage solutions. His contributions address challenges in climate mitigation technologies and energy transition systems. Labs/Teams: Active in the Thermophysics Laboratory and collaborates with interdisciplinary groups at Energy Futures Lab and the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. His research supports industrial partnerships in clean energy innovation.

Linda Waltersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Ecology
• Estuarine Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Linda Walters is a Pegasus Professor in the Department of Biology within the College of Sciences at the University of Central Florida. She directs the Coastal and Estuarine Ecology Laboratory (CEELAB), conducting field research at UCF's main campus and the Fellers House Field Station in Canaveral National Seashore. Her work focuses on Florida's Indian River Lagoon system, integrating ecological research with community engagement. Her research spans three primary domains: oyster reef restoration addressing boat wakes, algal blooms, invasive species, and microplastics; living shoreline stabilization studying mangrove/marshgrass recruitment and microplastic pollution; and wading bird conservation examining habitat use and human impacts. She employs interdisciplinary approaches combining field ecology, biogeochemistry, hydrodynamics, and social science, with strong emphasis on community science and K-12 outreach through children's storybooks and oyster storytelling yoga. Recent publications reveal intensifying focus on microplastic pollution pathways, climate-driven ecosystem shifts (tropicalization), and innovative restoration techniques like biodegradable materials. Her work increasingly integrates technology such as 360° virtual field trips and GIS mapping to enhance research accessibility and public engagement. Dr. Walters secures major funding from NSF, NOAA, Disney Conservation Fund, and state agencies. Her lab collaborates extensively with Florida Fish and Wildlife, National Park Service, Florida Sea Grant, and community organizations. She actively mentors undergraduate and graduate students through UCF's Biology Department, requiring prospective researchers to engage with CEELAB's restoration and outreach activities prior to developing independent projects. CEELAB operates as a hub for coastal research, bringing together biologists, engineers, social scientists, and volunteers. The lab maintains strong community ties through restoration workshops with Coastal Conservation Association-Florida and Mudhole Tackle, plus regular outreach events documented on their Facebook page. Their work directly informs regional conservation efforts in Florida's threatened estuarine ecosystems.

• Marriage and Canonical Processes
• Women and Laypeople in the Church
• Synodality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carmen Peña García is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Canon Law at Comillas Pontifical University, specializing in marriage law, canonical processes, and ecclesiastical law. She holds advanced degrees in Law, Canon Law, Dogmatic Theology, and Ecclesiastical Studies from prestigious institutions like Complutense University of Madrid and Comillas. Since 1996, she has served as Defender of the Bond and Promoter of Justice at the Metropolitan Ecclesiastical Tribunal of Madrid. Her academic roles include Director of the Master's Program in Canonical Matrimonial Causes and former head of the Department of Canon Law and State Ecclesiastical Law (2003–2012). Her research focuses on canonical regulations of marriage, synodality, and lay participation in the Church. She leads the research group 'Canonical Legal System and New Pastoral Challenges' and has authored over 130 articles and books, including seminal works like Mariage et causes de nullité dans le droit de l'Eglise (2021) and Pontifical dissolution of unconsummated marriage (2017). She actively contributes to international scholarly journals and serves on advisory boards for institutions like the Vatican’s Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life (since 2018) and the Canon Law Centre at the Australian Catholic University. Her professional milestones include participation as an expert in the 2014 Vatican Synod on the Family and her 2021 election as President of the Spanish Association of Canon Lawyers. She balances academic leadership with significant contributions to ecclesiastical governance, legal reform, and pastoral challenges in contemporary Church contexts.

Kaja Berg Hjukseمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Medical Anthropology
• Gender Studies
• Kinship Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kaja Berg Hjukse is a Doctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Social Anthropology, University of Oslo. Her research focuses on marriage, women’s intimate lives, and social change in Myanmar during the political and economic reforms from 2011 to 2021. She holds a Master’s (2016) and Bachelor’s (2013) in Social Anthropology from the University of Oslo, with an exchange period at University College London (2012). Her thematic interests include kinship, medical anthropology, gender, Buddhism, and social change, with regional expertise in Myanmar and Southeast Asia. She conducted 15 months of ethnographic fieldwork in Upper Myanmar, examining the dynamics of marriage dissolution and its societal implications. Dr. Hjukse has received numerous awards, including the Ingmund Kirkerud Scholarship (2022) and the SUPRA Nordic Scholarship (2021). Her work bridges intimate relationships with broader political and economic shifts, contributing to understanding gendered experiences during Myanmar’s 'transitional' period. Her PhD project, funded by the University of Oslo, analyzes the interplay between personal and societal transformations through the lens of marital dynamics. The project highlights how shifts in relatedness reflect and shape broader social changes.

Christopher R. Moranمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Security
• Diplomatic History
• Intelligence Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Christopher R. Moran is Deputy Vice-Provost (Research) for the Faculty of Social Sciences and Professor of US National Security at the University of Warwick’s Politics and International Studies (PAIS) department. He completed his BA (2003), MA (2004), and PhD (2009) at Warwick, followed by postdoctoral research including a Kluge Fellowship at the Library of Congress (2008-2011) and a British Academy Fellowship (2011-2014). His research bridges International Security, Diplomatic History, and Intelligence Studies, with a focus on British and American secret services, especially the CIA’s role in US foreign policy. He has authored two monographs, including Classified: Secrecy and the State in Modern Britain (2013), which won the St Ermin’s Intelligence Book Award, and edited numerous volumes. His current project examines the Nixon-Kissinger-CIA relationship during the Vietnam War and Cold War diplomacy. Moran co-edits Intelligence and National Security and collaborates with institutions like the International Spy Museum. He has supervised 10 PhD students and contributed to REF impact case studies on intelligence oversight. His teaching in 2025/26 includes the module 'Vigilant State: Understanding Secret Intelligence.' Moran’s work spans academic and public spheres, blending historical analysis with contemporary policy implications. His awards include Fellowships from the Royal Historical Society and Higher Education Academy, and he leads international research initiatives like the Global and National Security Institute fellowship (2025-2028).

Amber Stublerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marine Biology
• Biological Oceanography
• Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amber Stubler is a full-time Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Occidental College, with expertise in marine biology and biological oceanography. Her research focuses on how natural and anthropogenic stressors alter organism interactions and impact ecosystem functioning, particularly in kelp and coral reef environments. B.S. and Ph.D. in Biology from Stony Brook University Appointed: 2017 Office: MLZ 150D On sabbatical during Fall 2025 Email: astubler@oxy.edu | Phone: (323) 341-4125 Research Interests : Dr. Stubler investigates climate change impacts on biogenic habitat engineers, bioerosion-accretion balances in reefs, and sedimentation effects on Caribbean coral recruitment. Her work bridges marine community ecology with conservation strategies. Publication Trends : Recent articles emphasize bioeroding sponge-coral interactions under acidification, nutrient cycling dynamics, and habitat degradation mechanisms across tropical and temperate reefs. Her research spans experimental marine ecology, biogeochemistry, and conservation science.