جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Satish Melwaniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Health Literacy
• Public Health
• Women's Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Satish Melwani is a Research Fellow at Monash University’s Department of General Practice within the SPHERE NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence. He holds a PhD from the University of Tasmania (2024), MPH from Deakin University (2019), and a Bachelors in Dental Surgery from India (2016). His work focuses on health literacy, maternal and child health, noncommunicable disease prevention, and digital health systems. Key research interests include codesigning health literacy solutions with marginalized populations to reduce health inequities, particularly among pregnant women and mothers. He has collaborated with the World Health Organization and contributed to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and education. Recent research explores factors influencing healthcare access, including a 2025 study on medication abortion practices among nurses and a 2024 cluster analysis of health literacy profiles in Tasmanian mothers. Outputs emphasize actionable policy recommendations to strengthen health systems. He accepts PhD students and has published 12 peer-reviewed articles between 2017–2025, with 6 major contributions in health literacy, reproductive health, and chronic disease management. His work addresses social determinants of health and digital health innovation.

Jordan Schildcroutمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theatre and Performance
• American Theatre
• LGBTQ+ Drama
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jordan Schildcrout is Professor of Theatre & Performance at Purchase College, SUNY, where he also serves as Co-Chair of the department. He holds a PhD from the CUNY Graduate Center and a BA from Yale University. He joined the faculty in 2011 and was honored with the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2017. He chaired the BA Program in Theatre & Performance from 2015 to 2022. BA, Yale University PhD, Graduate Center, City University of New York Scholarly interests include LGBTQ+ drama, queer theory, Broadway history, and American theatre. His work explores the intersections of sexuality, performance, and cultural memory. He has published on topics ranging from the Muppets to Stonewall, from spinster detectives to gay bathhouse plays, demonstrating a broad and innovative approach to theatre studies. His publications include In the Long Run: A Cultural History of Broadway’s Hit Plays (2020) and Murder Most Queer (2014), as well as co-editing 50 Key Figures in Queer US Theatre (2022). His recent articles examine figures like Harvey Fierstein and John Glines, and themes such as queer liberation in Off-Off-Broadway, the cultural significance of long-running plays, and queer readings of popular media. The body of work reflects a sustained engagement with queer identity, performance aesthetics, and the politics of representation in American theatre. SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (2017) Schildcrout is also an active dramaturg, having worked with Manhattan Theatre Club, Denver Center Theatre Company, and co-founded the Wash & Fold Theatre Project. He has advised numerous productions, both professional and academic. His research is supported by public engagement through podcasts and media interviews, where he discusses Broadway history and queer theatre. He teaches courses in dramaturgy, LGBTQ+ drama, and theatre histories. He is affiliated with the Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Purchase College and leads research in queer performance and Broadway historiography. His work contributes significantly to the documentation and analysis of LGBTQ+ contributions to American theatre.

• Translation Studies
• Censorship in Literature
• English Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robert Looby, a professor at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin's 2nd Department of Celtic Philology within the Faculty of Humanities, specializes in translation studies, censorship in literature, and comparative analysis of English and Polish works. His research spans science fiction, detective fiction, and Irish drama, focusing on ideological influences in translation. Translation Studies Censorship in Literature English Literature Science Fiction Comparative Literature Polish Studies Irish Drama His publications examine censorship mechanisms in communist Poland, particularly in science fiction translations, and analyze narrative techniques in Irish drama. Articles frequently compare original works with Polish translations to identify ideological modifications. Looby's edited collections, such as Understanding Ireland and New Trails and Beaten Paths in Celtic Studies , reflect his commitment to Polish-Irish literary connections. He has reviewed censorship-related works for Slavic Review and Translation and Literature .

Alice Y Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Social Movements
• Global Justice
• Education
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Alice Y Taylor is a Global Justice postdoctoral scholar at the Korbel School of International Studies , University of Denver. She completed her Ph.D. in Education at the University of California, Berkeley with a designated emphasis in Gender & Women’s Studies (2016–2023). Her work bridges ethnography , sociological theory , and scholar-activism to analyze intersections of youth movements , anti-capitalism , feminism , and transnational solidarity . Key Collaborations: UC Berkeley Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS), Brazilian research groups NETS and Gepear, and organizations like UN-Habitat and Equimundo. Research Themes: Social movements, global justice, education reform, gender-based violence, and social norms. She focuses on hybrid (online/offline) activism, anti-racist education, and youth-led democratization of public spaces. Recent Publications explore: Transnational Black Lives Matter activism (2023) Collective identity in Brazilian youth movements (2022) Child marriage dynamics in Latin America (2019) Urban violence and masculinities in Rio de Janeiro (2016) Scientific Awards include the Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) award. She has taught courses on social movements at the University of Denver (2024–2025) and previously served as a Graduate Student Instructor at UC Berkeley in subjects ranging from Global Developments to Digital Pedagogies . Her community-engaged work spans Brazil, the U.S., and Africa, with a focus on qualitative research and social justice .

Cathy Herbrandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Sociology
• Family Sociology
• Reproductive Technologies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Cathy Herbrand is a leading scholar in Medical and Family Sociology at De Montfort University , where she serves as Deputy Director of the Centre for Reproduction Research . She holds a PhD in Sociology from Université libre de Bruxelles (2008), funded by the Belgian Scientific Research Funds (FNRS), and has held visiting positions at King’s College London, London School of Economics, and University of Ottawa. Education: PhD in Sociology, Université Libre de Bruxelles (2004–2008) MRes in Sociology, Université Libre de Bruxelles (2003–2004) MA in Sociology, Université Libre de Bruxelles (2001–2003) BA in Sociology and Anthropology, Université Libre de Bruxelles (1999–2001) Research Focus: Herbrand specializes in the sociological and anthropological study of new family forms, biotechnologies, and reproductive decision-making , with particular emphasis on mitochondrial donation , surrogacy regulation , egg donation , and gender dynamics in LGBTQ+ families . Her work bridges British Sociological Association ’s Human Reproduction Study Group and interdisciplinary collaborations with institutions like the Progress Educational Trust and Wellcome Trust . Recent Trends: Her publications highlight intersections of genomic medicine (e.g., expanded carrier screening), reproductive ethics , and policy implementation , particularly in cross-border contexts. Key projects include the ESRC-funded study on preconception genomic testing and the Wellcome Trust-supported workshops on fertility biopolitics . Scientific Awards: ESRC Research Grant (£595K) for 'Reproduction in the age of genomic medicine' AdvancedHE's Leadership Matters Programme (2019) FNRS Postdoctoral Fellowship (2008–2012) Best Graduating Student Award (ULB, 2003) Mentorship & Grants: Currently supervising PhD students on topics like infertility commercialization and transgender youth healthcare experiences , Herbrand has secured major funding from the ESRC , Wellcome Trust , and Sociology of Health & Illness Foundation . She chairs Belgium’s Bioethics Committee surrogacy subcommittee and co-convenes the British Sociological Association ’s Human Reproduction Study Group. Labs & Teams: As Deputy Director of DMU’s Centre for Reproduction Research , she collaborates with networks including the Society for Social Studies of Science (4S) and Wellcome Trust ’s Society & Ethics Board. Her work influences UK and Belgian policy through advisory roles and public engagement initiatives.

• Health Law
• Bioethics
• Digital Health Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marina Morla González serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Law at the Faculty of Law, University of León, specializing in the intersection of health law, bioethics, and digital technologies within constitutional and ecclesiastical frameworks. Her academic credentials include: Doctorate from the University of León (2023) with thesis El derecho de la libertad de conciencia ante el empleo de terapias digitales para el cuidado de la salud , supervised by Dr. Salvador Tarodo Soria and Dr. Paulino César Pardo Prieto Her research centers on Health Law and Bioethics , with critical examinations of organ donation systems, digital therapeutics, euthanasia, and obstetric violence. She investigates Digital Health Law through the lens of patient autonomy and constitutional protections, while maintaining strong connections to Ecclesiastical Law and European legal frameworks . Her work frequently addresses tensions between individual rights and public health imperatives, particularly regarding freedom of conscience in healthcare contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2016-2021) reveals consistent focus on health law crises, with 73% addressing organ donation ethics and 60% examining digital health technologies. Her scholarship demonstrates strong European comparative methodology, particularly in constitutional interpretation of health rights, and increasingly engages with gender perspectives as seen in her CEDAW-related work on obstetric violence. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Dr. Morla González contributes to research groups including EUROHIST.org (European Law, Legal History, and Social Organizations) and previously participated in INNAIN's migration flow regulation studies. Her pedagogical innovations in flipped classrooms for conscience-related law courses demonstrate commitment to legal education reform, though specific grant funding details remain unreported. She maintains active research collaborations through EUROHIST.org's interdisciplinary network examining historical and contemporary European legal institutions, with recent work connecting digital health governance to ecclesiastical law traditions.

• Health Promotion
• Public Health
• Clinical Psychology
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Carla Casals Alonso is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nursing at the University of Girona, where she has been actively contributing since 2012. She was previously affiliated with the Department of Psychology from 2005 to 2008. Her work bridges academic teaching, research, and community-based health promotion initiatives. Education: Licentiate in Psychology, University of Girona Master in Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Girona Master in Health Promotion, University of Girona Her research and professional interests center on health promotion, public health, clinical psychology, and psychosocial interventions for vulnerable populations. She has led and participated in programs addressing health education for youth, sex workers, and individuals affected by HIV, integrating psychological support with community outreach. Her work emphasizes human rights, equity, and preventive care. The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong focus on chronic pain management (particularly cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness interventions), cross-border public health projects , and community-based health education . The research spans clinical psychology, public health policy, global health cooperation, and interventions in high-risk contexts, demonstrating a consistent commitment to applied, socially relevant science. Scientific Engagement: Published 2 scientific articles Authored 6 book chapters Presented 20 scientific communications at national and international conferences Contributed to over 25 workshops, conferences, and training events in health promotion Delivered 8 invited lectures and conducted over 35 training courses Carla Casals Alonso has served as a project manager for the European Interreg IV ETFERSASO project (2008–2012), collaborated in a national study on chronic pain treatment, and worked as a clinical psychologist for the Anti-AIDS Association of Girona (2005–2016). She currently works in private practice and as a technician at the University of Girona's Chair of Health Promotion. While formal student advising is not detailed, her extensive training roles suggest mentorship and educational leadership. She has also volunteered in social and community organizations, holding leadership roles. Laboratory and Team Affiliations: Chair of Health Promotion, University of Girona (Technical Staff since 2012) Former collaborator in national clinical research on chronic pain International trainer in Peru on health, human rights, and child welfare Active participant in EU cross-border health initiatives

Chris Bobelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Critical Menstruation Studies
• Activism and Social Movements
• Feminist Theories
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Chris Bobel is a Professor of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Massachusetts Boston, College of Liberal Arts. Her work bridges critical menstruation studies, feminist activism, and social movement theory. PhD in Urban Studies, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee MA and BA in Speech Communication, University of Maine and Miami University Her research interrogates the politics of stigmatized bodily experiences, focusing on menstruation as a lens for understanding power, resistance, and social change. She has pioneered critical menstruation studies as an interdisciplinary field and explores activism emerging from trauma and grief. Recent publications analyze menstrual tracking apps, global health policies, and the paradoxes of menstrual activism. She co-edited the landmark Palgrave Handbook of Critical Menstruation Studies (2020) and authored award-winning works on menstrual health in the Global South. 2020 ASA Sociology of Development Outstanding Book Award Chris serves on editorial boards for Signs and Women’s Reproductive Health , shaping discourse on menstrual equity and reproductive justice. Her scholarship weaves ethnographic methods with critical feminist analysis to challenge oppressive norms.

• Substantive Criminal Law
• Criminal Law Studies
• Criminology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Magdalena Kowalewska-Łukuć is a Professor at the University of Szczecin's Faculty of Law and Administration, specializing in substantive criminal law, criminology, and legal studies. She holds a Master's in Psychology and Law from Adam Mickiewicz University (2011) and a PhD in Law (2014). Her research focuses on criminal intent, healthcare legal aspects, and comparative penal systems. She teaches criminal law, criminology, and forensic topics. Professionally, she is a lawyer at Filipiak Babicz Law Firm and contributes to international legal associations like AIDP. She leads research projects on extended confiscation and anti-corruption compliance, and actively participates in university committees for international cooperation. Her academic work includes monographs, textbooks, and articles on penal theory and practice. She evaluates offender behavior using AI and explores ethical boundaries in medical and legal contexts. Her recent studies address topics like euthanasia, juvenile justice, and digital privacy in criminal law.

Selin Akyüzمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Political Science
• Gender Studies
• Forced Migration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Selin Akyüz is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science and International Relations of TED University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences . She has been actively teaching since at least 2019, offering courses such as Contemporary Turkish Politics , Politics of Masculinities , and Ethnic Problems and Nationalism . Her academic work focuses on gender studies, political masculinities, forced migration, and the intersection of gender with political economy and social reproduction. Her research critically examines topics like women's cooperatives in Turkey, gender-based violence among refugees, and the impact of pandemic policies on marginalized groups. She has authored/co-authored over 30 publications in peer-reviewed journals (SSCI/AHCI-indexed), including works in Gender, Work & Organization , Journal of Refugee Studies , and Women's Studies International Forum . Dr. Akyüz has contributed to funded research projects such as Exploring Hegemonic Masculinity Hierarchy and Social Entrepreneurship in Turkey . Her books and chapters address themes like Political Masculinities in Turkish Cinema and Women's Empowerment Models . She serves on editorial boards for journals like Frontiers and Masculinities: A Journal of Culture and Society .

• Midwifery Care Models
• Preterm Labour and Birth
• Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Helen White is a Lecturer in Midwifery at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the Nursing & Midwifery department. Her roles include teaching undergraduate midwifery courses on caseload management and leadership. Previously, she served as a consultant midwife for intrapartum care and supervisor of midwives at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, specializing in normal birth practices and VBAC clinics. She also held roles as a medical writer and clinical researcher. Education: Doctorate in Clinical Practice (2015, University of Southampton), BSc (Hons) Midwifery (2004, University of Luton) Research focuses on midwife-led care models, preterm birth prediction, and VBAC outcomes. Key projects include developing the QUIDS prognostic model for preterm labor and analyzing sexual health needs in sub-Saharan Africa. She collaborates with institutions like University of Southampton and maintains memberships in Nursing and Midwifery Council and Royal College of Midwives. Her work contributes to UN SDGs related to health equity and maternal care quality. Over 9 publications span topics from abortion policy implementation to pandemic-era midwifery education adaptations. Notable impact includes informing midwife-led care initiatives across Southampton & Portsmouth regions, supported by NHS collaborations.

• Medical Racism
• Health Policy
• Decolonizing Medicine
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Alana Helberg-Proctor is an Assistant Professor at the University of Amsterdam (UvA), affiliated with the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences and the Anthropology of Health, Care and the Body programme group. Her research focuses on systemic racism in healthcare, the legacy of slavery in medical practices, and decolonizing medicine. She critiques the use of racial categories in clinical decision-making and health policies, emphasizing how such practices perpetuate health disparities. Her work spans historical analyses of medical racism and contemporary issues like bias in pain management and LGBTQ+ asylum seeker safety. Key projects include the Slavernij & Gezondheid initiative and the AISSR Impulse Grant-funded study on obstetric racism. She actively engages in public discourse through media interviews and keynote lectures, such as her talk at the NHG-Wetenschapsdag 2024 on bias and diversity in Dutch general practice. Her research highlights the need for inclusive healthcare frameworks that move beyond reductive racial categorizations. Helberg-Proctor collaborates with institutions like KU Leuven and publishes widely on topics including medical ethics, health policy, and the socio-scientific production of ethnicity in research. She advocates for evidence-based approaches to address systemic inequities in healthcare access and treatment.

• Reproductive Health
• Maternal Health
• Global Public Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ana Langer is a Professor of the Practice of Public Health at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (since 2010), leading the Women and Health Initiative (W&HI). Her work focuses on reproductive and maternal health, translating evidence into global health policies, and improving healthcare quality for women and families. She teaches courses on global sexual and reproductive health (GHP 231) and maternal health field experiences (GHP 547). Her research addresses maternal mortality, unsafe abortion, and strategies to strengthen reproductive rights. Dr. Langer collaborates internationally, including leading the INTERCOVID study on maternal-neonatal outcomes during the pandemic. She co-founded the LEAD fellowship to train global health leaders from low- and middle-income countries. Her work emphasizes health equity and the intersection of women's health with social determinants and global development. Key initiatives include measuring maternal health determinants in conflict zones, improving maternal healthcare quality globally, and advocating for women's health in post-pandemic recovery. Dr. Langer advises students on maternal health issues and partners with institutions like the University of Oxford and the Harvard Global Health Institute. Her research outputs prioritize actionable evidence for policymakers and healthcare providers. Current projects include the INTERCOVID multi-national cohort study and partnerships through the W&HI to address systemic barriers in women's health access. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to global health challenges, combining clinical practice, policy advocacy, and community engagement.

• Sexual and Reproductive Health
• Female Genital Cutting
• Sexuality Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nina van Eekert is a postdoctoral researcher at KU Leuven affiliated with the Interfaculty Institute for Family and Sexuality Studies (IFSS) and the Research Group on Social Policy, Social Work, Public Opinion, and Population Dynamics (ReSPOND). Her work bridges health sociology and policy development, focusing on sexual and reproductive health in both global and Belgian contexts. She earned her PhD in Sociology and Health Sciences in 2020 with a dissertation titled To Medicalize or Not to Medicalize: Is That the Question? Exploring Medicalization of Female Genital Cutting (FGC) in Egypt and Kenya . Her research spans female genital cutting, medicalization processes, sexuality education polarization, contraceptive decision-making, and anti-gender movement impacts. She employs mixed-method approaches to examine how cultural beliefs intersect with healthcare systems, particularly in migrant populations and educational settings. Current work investigates FGC medicalization in Egypt/Kenya and polarization dynamics in Flemish sexuality education. Recent publications reveal consistent thematic focus on reproductive health governance, with 2024-2025 outputs emphasizing medical decision-making in super-diverse societies, FGC medicalization frameworks, and pandemic impacts on youth sexual health. Key journals include Culture, Health & Sexuality and Archives of Sexual Behavior . As co-promotor for two major projects (2024-2028), she leads Bridging Divides: Navigating Opposition in Comprehensive Sexuality Education and Bridging Divides: A Systems Approach to Polarization around Sexuality Education in Flanders . She prioritizes evidence-based policy translation and public engagement, viewing research as a societal good. She actively collaborates within IFSS's interfaculty framework and ReSPOND's social policy networks, contributing to KU Leuven's leadership in sexuality studies through interdisciplinary team science.

Julie Smithمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Economics
• Feminist Economics
• Maternal and Child Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julie Smith is an Honorary Associate Professor and ARC Future Fellow at the Australian National University's Research School of Population Health. She holds affiliations with the Crawford School of Public Policy's Tax and Transfer Policy Institute. Her career spans academic, policy, and governmental roles, including senior economist positions in Australian and New Zealand treasuries and advisory roles with international organizations like the WHO. Education: BEc(Hons)/BA (Asian Studies), PhD (Economics) from ANU. Her research focuses on breastfeeding economics, maternal health, taxation policy, and sustainability. Notable projects include analyzing the economic value of breastfeeding, assessing the environmental impact of commercial milk formula, and gender-responsive budgeting. Research interests include feminist economics, public finance, infant nutrition policy, and climate change mitigation through breastfeeding advocacy. Key awards include ARC Future Fellowship and Postdoctoral Fellowship. She has authored over 60 articles, two books, and contributed to policy reforms globally. Her work bridges academic research and policy, influencing international guidelines on breastfeeding and infant feeding practices. She has advised governments and NGOs on taxation, public health, and disaster resilience strategies.