جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Dennis Nicksonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Work and Employment
• Service Work
• Aesthetic Labour
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dennis Nickson is Professor in Service Work and Employment at the Department of Work, Employment and Organisation, University of Strathclyde, where he has been a faculty member since 1996. He previously served as Head of Department (2008–2014) and co-directed the Scottish Centre for Employment Research (2004–2008). He is Editor-in-Chief of Employee Relations and a leading figure in research on service sector employment. PhD in Internationalization Strategies of Hotel Companies, University of Strathclyde (1999) BA in Humanities, University of Kent (1991) His research centers on aesthetic and emotional labour , skills, employability, and human resource management in interactive service work, particularly in retail and hospitality. He is a co-developer of the influential concept of aesthetic labour with Professors Chris Warhurst and the late Anne Witz. His work explores labour market dynamics, gender inequalities, fair work, and workplace harassment, especially in low-paid service roles. His recent publications focus on fair work frameworks, intersectional inequalities in global education sectors, and the impact of the pandemic on hospitality workers. These works reflect trends in critical HRM, service work ethics, and policy-oriented labour research. Scientific Awards: Academic Fellow, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), 2013 He has supervised multiple research students and led externally funded projects on topics including equal pay, recruitment in the voluntary sector, and customer abuse in hospitality. His research has influenced employment relations policy and practice, particularly in Scotland’s public and third sectors. He has also contributed to major journal editorial work and professional conferences. He is actively involved in the Global Hospitality Research Alliance and collaborates internationally on fair work and hospitality employment issues. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to decent work and economic growth.

Stuart Turnbull-Dugarteمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Political Sociology
• Comparative Politics
• LGBTQ+ Politics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stuart J. Turnbull-Dugarte is an Associate Professor in Quantitative Political Science at the Department of Politics & International Relations, University of Southampton. His research focuses on political sociology, LGBTQ+ politics, and comparative politics, with a particular emphasis on far-right party success, political identity dynamics, and LGBTQ+ political behavior. He actively supervises PhD students and teaches quantitative research methods, including causal inference, at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Associate Editor: Public Opinion Quarterly, European Journal of Politics and Gender, Research & Politics Steering Group Member: Centre for Behavioural Experimental Action and Research (C-BEAR) His methodological expertise includes experimental and quasi-experimental designs, with applications in electoral campaigns and public policy analysis. Current projects include a Leverhulme Trust Fellowship for his book The Rainbow Vote and research on surrogacy reform, homonationalism, and far-right mobilization. Recent publications in American Political Science Review , British Journal of Political Science , and Journal of European Public Policy highlight his work on identity projection, religious stereotyping, and class perception in politics. He has received multiple accolades, including the ECPR Rising Star Award (2024) and Best Article Prizes from European Union Politics (2020, 2025).

Andrea Martinezمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Mental Health and Well-being
• Violence Against Women and Children
• Health Inequalities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrea Martinez is a Research Fellow in Qualitative Methods at the University of Surrey's School of Psychology. She holds a PhD in Psychology from King’s College London, a bachelor’s degree in Behavioural Science, and a master's in Special Education from the University of the Philippines. Her research focuses on mental health, violence against women and children, health inequalities, and migration-related health issues, particularly among marginalized communities. Dr. Martinez has over 25 years of public service in charity and non-profit organizations, addressing mental health, homelessness, domestic violence, and modern slavery. She has led monitoring and impact evaluations of welfare programs and serves as a speaker/trainer on mental health and well-being. Her work emphasizes co-production research methods and participatory action research. Her publications explore mental health literacy among Filipino migrant workers, barriers to help-seeking in Filipino communities, ethnic disparities in dementia outcomes, and online child sexual exploitation. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and has contributed to global health equity efforts. While no specific grants or advising roles are detailed, her extensive engagement with vulnerable populations underscores her commitment to applied research with real-world impact.

René Veenstraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Peer Relationships
• Bullying Prevention
• Adolescent Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

René Veenstra is a Professor in the Department of Sociology/ICS at the University of Groningen, Netherlands. His research focuses on bullying, peer relationships, mental health, and social development in children and adolescents. He has contributed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to mental health and child welfare. He is a member of the Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen (KHMW) and has received awards for his work on prosocial relationships, romantic relationships, and social networks in youth. His research emphasizes the importance of peer influence in interventions, classroom environments, and anti-bullying programs like KiVa and GRIPP. He has led collaborative projects across multiple countries. Contributed to datasets such as KiVa Anti-Bullying Program (Waves 1-5), PRIMS, and SNARE. Engaged in public lectures and workshops addressing bullying prevention strategies and the role of social networks in behavioral development. His work also explores the impact of fatherhood on reoffending post-prison and examines how social norms shape adolescent behavior in schools. Has supervised 24 academic works and actively participates in peer-review activities. Collaborates with international researchers and institutions. He is involved in the 'GUTS' team science project to predict societal trajectories in adolescence and young adulthood.

Melissa de Roosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Forensic Psychology
• Sexual Violence
• Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM)
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Melissa de Roos is an Assistant Professor in Forensic Psychology at Erasmus University Rotterdam, affiliated with the Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences and the Department of Clinical Psychology. She is the Principal Investigator (PI) of the RESOLVE lab, where she leads research on sexual violence, online incel communities, and the psychological mechanisms of harmful sexual behaviors. PhD in Psychology – University of Texas at El Paso (2018) MA in Experimental Psychology – University of Texas at El Paso (2017) MSc in Forensic Psychology – University of Portsmouth (2011) BSc in Psychology – Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (2010) Her research focuses on child sexual abuse material (CSAM) offending, prevention of non-preferential offenders, and the impact of violent pornography on risk recognition and sexual consent. She investigates the role of mental health in predicting engagement with online incel communities, analyzing the function of violent rhetoric and how their discourse frames sexual violence. Her work also examines dark personality traits (e.g., Dark Tetrad) and impulsivity in relation to paraphilic behaviors using neuropsychological methods such as EEG. Her recent publications (2024–2025) demonstrate a strong trend in interdisciplinary research combining forensic psychology, digital sociology, and cognitive neuroscience. These works explore extremist language in online communities, paraphilic behaviors, and the neural correlates of impulsivity and personality disorders. Her research contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in promoting justice and mental well-being. Principal Investigator, RESOLVE Lab

Yue Qianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender Studies
• Family Sociology
• Social Inequality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yue Qian is a Professor of Sociology at the University of British Columbia (Faculty of Arts) , focusing on gender, family, work, and inequality in global contexts. Her research spans assortative mating, occupational segregation, and migration dynamics , with significant work on the social and mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic . She has published over 60 articles in top-tier journals like Nature Human Behaviour and PNAS . PhD, The Ohio State University (2016) MA, The Ohio State University (2012) BA, Renmin University of China (2010) Her research examines how gender intersects with family, work, and population processes to shape well-being and societal inequality. Key areas include patterns of assortative mating, family/work gender inequality, and health dynamics. Recent work investigates digitalization of family life and gendered pandemic impacts . Articles show trends in cross-national family sociology , digital dating , and mental health during crises . UBC Killam Research Prize (2023) Public Engagement Award (2023) Canadian Sociological Association’s Early Investigator Award (2022) Alexis Walker Award (2019) Dean of Arts Faculty Research Award (2019) Dr. Qian mentors graduate students in knowledge production , co-authoring with them on topics like digital dating and gender adaptation in China . She actively engages with public sociology through her WeChat blog "Ms-Muses" (60,000+ subscribers) and TED-style talks viewed 3M+ times. Her work influences UN, World Bank, and WHO policy discussions.

• Political Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Social Identity Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Efisio Manunta is an Associate Professor at the University of Toulouse , affiliated with the Cognition, Languages, and Ergonomics (CLLE) laboratory. His research bridges political psychology , health psychology , and social identity processes , focusing on topics like populism , radicalization , and pro-health behavior . He has co-authored high-impact studies in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin , Political Psychology , and Nature Human Behaviour . Research Interests : Motivational processes in identity construction Impact of identity threat on political and health behaviors Psychometric scale development (e.g., POP-ThIS for populism) Cross-cultural studies on sociosexual exchanges (e.g., sugar relationships) Notable Collaborations include ERC Advanced Grant projects at the University of Limerick, visiting positions at the University of Sussex and Sapienza Università di Roma, and contributions to global datasets during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Social Networks
• Ethnic Relations
• Gender and Sexuality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eva Jaspers is Professor of Empirical and Theoretical Sociology at Utrecht University's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, where she also serves as Bachelor Director for Sociology. She is a member of the Interuniversity Center for Social Science Theory and Methodology (ICS) and leads the ICS Research Line on Migration and Social Stratification. Her educational background includes a PhD in Sociology (2008) and an MA in Sociology cum laude (2003), both from Radboud University Nijmegen, where she also obtained her University Basic Teaching Qualification in 2007. Professor Jaspers' research focuses at the intersection of networks, diversity and inequality, examining how people's contexts, interactions and relations with (dis)similar others shape their behavior and outcomes across various domains. Her work spans social networks, ethnic relations, gender and sexuality, discrimination, and gender equality, utilizing social network analysis as a key methodology. She has published in top journals including American Sociological Review , European Sociological Review , and Social Networks . Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on intergroup relations, social networks, and inequality, with particular emphasis on interethnic contact, gender dynamics in workplaces and families, and the impact of social norms on polarization. Her work increasingly employs computational methods and longitudinal data to examine complex social dynamics. Fellow of the Gravitation Program SCOOP (research and training center for sustainable cooperation) Professor Jaspers has managed multiple large-scale data collections and secured significant funding from NWO and Volkswagen Stiftung. She leads international projects including INCLUSIVITY (network interventions to counter polarization) and GENPARENT (research on transition to parenthood for same-sex couples). She is also a co-applicant in the prestigious NWO Summit Grant SOCION for research on social cohesion. Her academic leadership includes chairing the Dutch Sociological Association and organizing major conferences like the INSNA Sunbelt Conference. She is affiliated with several research initiatives including the Institutions for Open Societies (IOS) program, focusing on Future of Work, Gender Diversity and Global Justice, and Migration and Societal Change. Her work with the CILS NL data and SOCON panels demonstrates her commitment to longitudinal research on social networks and societal change.

Scott Forbesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioural Ecology
• Fisheries and Fish Population Dynamics
• Family Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scott Forbes is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Winnipeg, affiliated with the Richardson College for the Environment and Science Complex. His research focuses on behavioral ecology, particularly family dynamics in birds, and fisheries management in Manitoba. He has conducted long-term studies on marsh-nesting blackbirds, exploring conflict and cooperation within families. Recent work investigates commercial potential of non-traditional freshwater fish species and bioproduct development. Forbes actively mentors graduate students and postdocs with funding opportunities. Research interests include avian behavior, reproductive strategies, and ecological impacts of fisheries. Theoretical work combines portfolio theory to model parental investment risks. Field studies emphasize red-winged blackbirds and brood parasitism in host-parasite systems. Publications span avian ecology, evolutionary biology, and environmental science. No scientific awards were explicitly noted in the provided texts. Advising and grants: Open to accepting funded graduate students. Research focuses on wetland birds and resource management, with field studies in Manitoba's freshwater ecosystems. Projects combine empirical and theoretical approaches to understand family conflict resolution, offspring competition, and ecological sustainability.

• Animal Behaviour
• Social Behaviour
• Fish Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Ashley Ward is a Professor of Animal Behaviour at the University of Sydney's School of Life and Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on social behaviour, collective animal behaviour, and the ecology of fish, particularly in group-living species. He leads the Animal Behaviour Lab and has authored influential books like Sociality: The Behaviour of Group-Living Animals (2016) and Questions and Answers on Aquarium Fishes (2007–2008). His work integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to understand how animals make decisions in groups, navigate risks, and adapt to environmental challenges. Research interests include predator-prey dynamics, immune system effects on social behavior, and the role of social context in camouflage. Notable grants include 'Understanding animals through movement' (2018) and 'Advancing fauna conservation in post-fire landscapes' (2021). His recent studies explore collective decision-making, immune-challenge responses in fish, and the impact of environmental cues on shoaling behavior. Awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed, but his contributions to fish behavior research are widely cited. He advises on grants and collaborates internationally, with over 100 peer-reviewed articles and books. His lab emphasizes field and laboratory experiments, combining behavioral observations with computational modeling to uncover principles of collective behavior and social organization.

• Global Sociology
• Family and Work Inequalities
• Digitalisation and AI
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yang Hu is a Professor of Global Sociology at Lancaster University, UK, holding this position since 2022. He has previously served as Associate Professor (2019–2022) and Assistant Professor (2016–2019). His roles include co-director of the Early Career Fellowship Programme at the Work and Family Researchers Network (2024–) and editorial board member of Journal of Marriage and Family , Sociology Compass , and former member of Sociology (2020–2022). He is affiliated with the UNESCO Inclusive Policy Lab (2023–) and several research centers at Lancaster University. Lancaster University (2016–2025): Assistant, Associate, and Professor of Global Sociology Work and Family Researchers Network (2024–): Co-director, Early Career Fellowship Programme UNESCO Inclusive Policy Lab (2023–) Yang's research examines family and work changes and inequalities in global contexts, focusing on intersectional inequalities across gender, sexuality, ethnicity, age, and migrant status. He explores how digitalization and AI, as well as crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, reshape work-family dynamics. His methodological approach combines cross-national comparative studies and transnational mobility analysis. His recent publications in journals like Nature Human Behaviour , Gender & Society , and Demography reflect trends in digital sociology, work-family interface, and crisis-induced inequalities. His work has been recognized through scientific awards , including the Stanford-Elsevier World's Top 2% Scientists list (2022, 2023) and institutional honors for international impact. Yang supervises PhD students in sociology of families, transnationalism, and intersectional inequalities and leads funded projects exceeding £1.5 million from UKRI/ESRC, SSHRC (Canada), British Academy, and Nuffield Foundation. Media coverage of his research spans 100+ outlets, including BBC, Guardian, and CNN.

Anna Malmquistمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Psychology
• LGBTQ+ Studies
• Gender Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anna Malmquist is a Senior Associate Professor at the Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning (IBL) under Linköping University, with a focus on Social Psychology and LGBTQ+ family research. Her work examines normative ideals of family structures through gender, sexuality, and childhood studies. Specializes in lesbian/gay parenting Investigates fear of childbirth among sexual/gender minorities Explores minority stress, traumatic birth experiences Studies climate adaptation impacts on vulnerable groups Her recent publications analyze LGBTQ+ mental health during the pandemic, workplace experiences of transgender individuals, and parenting trajectories in gender-diverse populations. She teaches gender psychology, LGBTQ+ studies, and qualitative methods on the Psychologist Programme. Contact: anna.malmquist@liu.se

Liang Choon Wangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Behavioural Economics
• Economics of Education
• Labour Economics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Liang Choon Wang is an Associate Professor and Economics PhD Program Director at the Department of Economics, Monash University. He holds a PhD from the University of California San Diego (2010), where he was a Spencer Foundation Dissertation Fellow. Prior to joining Monash in 2011, he worked at the World Bank’s Development Research Group in Washington DC. His research focuses on behavioral economics, education economics, labor economics, development economics, public economics, and health economics, employing field/natural experiments and observational data to analyze outcomes in both developed and developing nations such as Australia, Bangladesh, India, and Vietnam. He has led and contributed to research projects including the 'Reliable Affordable Clean Energy for 2030 CRC' and studies on affirmative action, energy conservation, and educational interventions. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in reducing inequalities and promoting sustainable development. Key publications include studies on electoral competence, remote learning efficacy in Bangladesh, and the impact of housing costs on transportation. Education: PhD in Economics, University of California San Diego (2010) Grants/Projects: Multiple grants from RACE for 2030 CRC, World Bank collaborations, and randomized controlled trials in education and health. Teaching: ECC4860 (2012–2015) and ECC2400 (2016–present). Wang’s research emphasizes policy relevance, with contributions to government technical assistance and global equity initiatives. His recent articles analyze low-tech education solutions, energy conservation, and labor market dynamics, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to socio-economic challenges.

• 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.

• Forensic Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Aggression and Violence Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Michael Daffern is a leading academic and clinician in forensic psychology, currently serving as Director of the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Health Sciences. He holds a Professorial appointment and concurrently serves as Consultant Principal Psychologist at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare). His research focuses on aggression and violence assessment, clinical treatment of offenders, and forensic mental health system improvement. Daffern has authored over 235 publications and secured grants totaling millions, addressing topics like prison violence reduction, offender rehabilitation, and aggression prevention protocols. Education: BSc (Psychology) from UNSW, MPsych (Clinical) from University of Newcastle, PhD from UniSA, and Graduate Diploma in Higher Education from Monash University. Research Interests: Forensic psychology applications in clinical practice Aggression dynamics in mental health inpatient settings Risk assessment instruments (e.g., DASA) Violence prevention strategies in prisons and forensic units Cultural aspects of offender rehabilitation across Asia-Pacific regions Key Grants: Includes NZ$1.5M for 'Turning the Tide on Prison Violence' (2019–2025), ARC grants on risk assessment validity, and Victorian government contracts for youth justice evaluations. Awards: 2013 Distinguished Contribution in Forensic Psychology Award from the Australian Psychological Society. Advising: Supervises Doctorate (PhD) students in forensic psychology and clinical research. Labs/Teams: Leads the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science and collaborates with agencies like Forensicare, Corrections Victoria, and international organizations.