جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Elizabeth Ngutukuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Social Protection
• Sexual and Reproductive Health
• Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth Ngutuku is a Research Fellow at the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa (FLIA) at the London School of Economics and Political Science, affiliated with the Centre for Public Authority and International Development (CPAID). She holds a PhD in Development Studies (cum laude) and an MA in Women, Gender, and Development from Erasmus University Rotterdam. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in multidisciplinary research on children and youth development in eastern Africa. Her research examines: Child poverty/vulnerability in Kenya through rhizomatic lived experiences Youth sexual/reproductive health rights and activism Decolonial approaches to identity and belonging Grassroots interventions for violence prevention Educational access for marginalized groups Her publications focus on ethnographic explorations of childhood agency within structural constraints, colonial legacies, and policy frameworks across African contexts. Research consistently challenges dominant narratives through localized perspectives. Award highlights include: Premium Erasmianum Foundation Prize (2022) Best PhD Thesis at Erasmus Graduate School (2021) CODESRIA Laureate (2012, 2015) Best Research Paper at ISS-EUR (2005) She co-founded Roots and Wings Research and Development Organization, leading community-based research initiatives. Currently developing projects on diaspora youth health in London and child participation in environmental sustainability. Teaches at LSE and University of Geneva, including courses on human security, humanitarian protection, and post-qualitative methods with youth.

• Labor Law
• Employment Law
• Unionization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey M. Hirsch serves as the Geneva Yeargan Rand Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina School of Law, where he has established himself as a leading scholar in labor and employment law. His academic career spans multiple decades with significant contributions to understanding workplace regulation, unionization, and the evolving relationship between technology and labor. Hirsch's research interests center on labor law, employment law, wrongful dismissal, and the intersection of technology with workplace regulation. His work critically examines American exceptionalism in employment law while exploring comparative approaches to worker protections. He has made significant contributions to understanding how digital technologies impact collective action and union organizing, with particular focus on how the National Labor Relations Act applies in the modern workplace. His scholarship often addresses the tension between federal and state regulation of employment relationships, examining how workplace law navigates constitutional federalism principles. Analysis of Hirsch's publication record reveals a clear evolution in his scholarly focus, moving from traditional labor law topics toward the implications of technological change on workplace rights. His early work examined foundational issues in union organizing and collective bargaining, while more recent publications address cutting-edge issues like the gig economy, AI in the workplace, and post-Dobbs workplace implications. A consistent theme throughout his career is examining how legal frameworks can adapt to protect worker voice and collective action in changing economic landscapes. Geneva Yeargan Rand Distinguished Professor at UNC School of Law Hirsch's scholarly impact is evidenced by his extensive publication record in top law reviews and his influence on labor law discourse. His work regularly appears in leading journals including the Fordham Law Review, North Carolina Law Review, and George Washington Law Review. He has contributed significantly to understanding how labor law should evolve to address contemporary workplace challenges, particularly those posed by technological innovation and changing employment relationships. His scholarship demonstrates deep engagement with both theoretical frameworks and practical implications for workers, employers, and regulators. Hirsch frequently collaborates with other leading scholars in the field, contributing to collective knowledge about labor market institutions and their impact on economic performance and worker welfare.

Scott Raeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Christian Ethics
• Business Ethics
• Social Ethics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Scott Rae is Professor of Christian Ethics and Dean of the Faculty at Talbot School of Theology , Biola University. A renowned ethicist and author of books such as Moral Choices: An Introduction to Ethics , Business for the Common Good , and Beyond Integrity: A Judeo-Christian Approach to Business Ethics , he co-hosts the Think Biblically podcast with Sean McDowell. Education: Ph.D. & M.A. in Social Ethics from University of Southern California Th.M. in Old Testament from Dallas Theological Seminary B.A.S. in Economics from Southern Methodist University Rae's research spans Christian ethics , business ethics , bioethics , and cultural engagement . His recent podcast episodes explore topics like AI ethics , gene editing , religious liberty , and end-of-life care . His work emphasizes ethical frameworks for technology, family dynamics, and faith-based public policy. He has served as President of the Evangelical Theological Society (2015) and contributes to debates on gender identity , political theology , and economic justice .

Alissa Trotzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transnational Feminist Studies
• Caribbean Studies
• Feminist Political Economy
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Alissa Trotz is a Professor of Caribbean Studies at New College and Director of the Women and Gender Studies Institute (WGSI) at the University of Toronto. She holds cross-appointments in Caribbean Studies and is affiliate faculty at the Dame Nita Barrow Institute of Gender and Development Studies, University of the West Indies, Cave Hill. She is actively involved in transnational feminist scholarship and serves on the O’Neill-Lancet Commission on Racism, Structural Discrimination, and Global Health. Her research is grounded in feminist political economy and Caribbean feminist traditions, with a focus on social reproduction, transnational migration, diaspora, social movements, and the black radical tradition. She explores how gendered, racialized, and colonial violences manifest in everyday life and how communities resist through care, organizing, and insurgent knowledge. Her recent publications (2023–2025) center on diaspora, extractivism, Andaiye’s radical praxis, and anti-violence activism in Guyana. These works reflect a consistent engagement with grassroots movements, particularly through her collaboration with Red Thread Women’s Organization. Her scholarship bridges academic and public spheres, notably through her weekly column In the Diaspora in Stabroek News . Named one of 100 Accomplished Black Women in Canada (2018) University of Toronto Faculty Association Academic Citizenship Award (2016) Appointed to President’s Teaching Academy (2013) Outstanding Teaching Award, Faculty of Arts & Science (2010) Undergraduate Teaching Award (2007) Distinguished contribution to graduate teaching (OISE) Trotz mentors graduate students and teaches advanced feminist theory. She has co-organized academic salons and is deeply committed to pedagogical innovation and academic citizenship. Her current research examines diaspora, indigeneity, and extractivism in colonial Guyana, tracking survival strategies and creative resistance within neoliberal insecurity. She is a key figure in Caribbean feminist thought and transnational solidarity networks.

• Human Rights Law
• Right to Health
• International Human Rights Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Claire Lougarre is a Lecturer at the School of Law, Ulster University , and a member of the Transitional Justice Institute . Her work focuses on the intersection of human rights law and health, particularly examining international legal frameworks for health rights. Specializes in international and European human rights law Researches sexual and reproductive health/rights and law of treaties Current projects include States' obligations to realize right to health during pandemics and regarding antimicrobial resistance Recent publications analyze EU law in Northern Ireland , antenatal screening policies , and NGO engagement with social rights committees . She has provided consultancy to the Council of Europe and submitted parliamentary evidence on health and reproductive rights.

Anita Bernsteinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Torts
• Feminist Jurisprudence
• Family Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anita Bernstein is the Anita and Stuart Subotnick Professor of Law at Brooklyn Law School, where she specializes in tort law, feminist jurisprudence, and products liability. She holds a J.D. from Yale Law School and a B.A. from Queens College. Her research explores intersections of gender, legal theory, and sociolegal systems, with notable works on reproductive anatomy law and pharmaceutical liability. Professor Bernstein has authored over 100 articles and books, including The Common Law Inside the Female Body (2019) and Making the Best of Semen (forthcoming 2025). Her scholarly contributions have influenced U.S. and international legal frameworks. Recognized with the William L. Prosser Award and a Fulbright Scholarship, she advises on the American Law Institute's Torts Restatements. She previously taught at Emory University, New York Law School, and Chicago-Kent College of Law, and has held visiting roles at Michigan and Cornell Law Schools. Her expertise spans legal malpractice, professional responsibility, and family law reform.

• HIV Research
• Transgender Health
• Mental Health Stigma
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kirstie Daken is a Lecturer in Psychology/Clinical at the School of Psychology and Wellbeing , University of Southern Queensland. Her research focuses on HIV neurocognitive disorders , transgender health in carceral systems , and substance use among marginalized populations . Education: BPsych(Hons) USQ (2018), MPsych(Clinical) USQ (2023), PhD(ClinPsych) USQ (2023) Her work spans public health interventions , gender-affirming healthcare , and health literacy disparities . Recent publications address neurocognitive aging in HIV , prison reform for transgender individuals , and sexual health service accessibility . She is affiliated with the Centre for Health Research and collaborates internationally on studies related to transgender rights and HIV testing protocols . Her research often employs qualitative methodologies and systematic reviews to address systemic inequities.

Grace Yia-Hei Kaoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Christian Ethics
• Feminist Theology
• Asian American Christianity
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Grace Yia-Hei Kao is Professor of Ethics and holds the Bishop Roy I. Sano & Kathleen A. Thomas-Sano Professorship in Pacific & Asian-American Theology at Claremont School of Theology. She is a leading voice in Christian ethics, with significant contributions to feminist theology, Asian American Christianity, and reproductive ethics. Her research spans human and animal rights, religion in the public sphere, and ecofeminism. BA, Stanford University MA, Stanford University PhD, Harvard University Dr. Kao's research focuses on the ethical dimensions of surrogacy, racial and gender justice, and the intersection of faith and public life. Her work combines rigorous scholarship with lived experience, particularly evident in her acclaimed book My Body, Their Baby , which integrates her personal journey as a surrogate with theological and ethical analysis. Her publications reveal a strong emphasis on reproductive ethics, feminist theology, and intercultural moral reasoning. The themes across her recent books include bodily autonomy, communal child-rearing, religious pluralism, and the moral status of emerging technologies. Her scholarship bridges academic theology and public discourse, making complex ethical issues accessible to broader audiences. Dr. Kao has received numerous accolades, including: Silver Medal Illumination Book Award in Theology (2024) 2024 Choice Outstanding Academic Title RJ Radiance Award from Interfaith Voices for Reproductive Justice (2025) Two-time recipient of CST’s Faculty Teaching Award Recognition as the first Asian American woman tenured and promoted to full professor at her institution She has been actively involved in mentoring and academic leadership, notably as co-founding director of the Center for Sexuality, Gender, and Religion (CSGR) from 2010 to 2022 and as faculty advisor to the Asian Pacific Islander/American Association. She has secured recognition and speaking opportunities across media and academic platforms, including CNN, NPR, and major scholarly societies. Her upcoming engagements include panels at the American Academy of Religion and webinars on AI and Christian faith. Dr. Kao contributes to several academic communities and research initiatives, including the Pacific, Asian, and North American Asian Women in Theology and Ministry (PANAAWTM), the Asian Pacific American Religions Research Initiative (APARRI), and CreatureKind. She has served on editorial boards such as the Journal of Religious Ethics and the Journal of the Society of Christian Ethics , further demonstrating her leadership in shaping theological discourse.

Rita J. Trimbleمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• Critical theory
• Intersectionality
• Gender and sexuality
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Rita J. Trimble is a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of Africana, Gender, & Identity Studies at Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU), where she has been a faculty member since 2013. Her academic career includes prior teaching roles in the Comparative Studies and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies departments at The Ohio State University. Education: B.S., M.A., Ph.D. in Comparative Studies with a Graduate Interdisciplinary Specialization in Sexuality Studies from The Ohio State University (2014). Dr. Trimble's research focuses on critical theory, intersectionality, and transnational activism, particularly examining the intersection of gender, sexuality, and religio-political movements. Her work analyzes the affective power of family-based politics in shaping human rights debates. Her 2013 publication, The Threat of Demographic Winter , explores how pro-family documentaries frame motherhood and demographic decline, linking these narratives to broader transnational conservative Christian politics. The article synthesizes participant observation, interviews, and textual analysis to understand the ideological strategies of groups like the World Congress of Families.

Christine Chisholmمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Disability History
• Medicine
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christine Chisholm is a historian specializing in disability, medicine, and gender at Carleton University's Department of History, where she serves as a Lecturer teaching courses on Disability History and Sexuality History. Her academic credentials include: B.A. Hons from St. Francis Xavier University Master of Arts from Carleton University (2012-2013) Ph.D. in History from Carleton University (2014-2019) Her groundbreaking research examines the lived experiences of Canadian thalidomide survivors through disability history and feminist frameworks. She investigates how disabled bodies transgress public/private boundaries in rehabilitation, family life, sexuality, and reproduction, challenging societal norms of 'normality' and confronting medicalized abjection. Her work centers oral histories to amplify marginalized voices while analyzing intersections of medicine, eugenics, and bodily autonomy. Publications reveal dual scholarly trajectories: medical history focusing on thalidomide's socio-legal legacy in Canada, and political history analyzing state surveillance evolution from Cold War to War on Terror. Both streams critically engage with power structures affecting bodily integrity and civil liberties. No scientific awards or formal student supervision are documented. Research appears independently conducted without institutional team affiliations or grant acknowledgments. Personal interests include equestrian activities and parenting.

Angel M. Fosterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Reproductive Health
• Women's Health
• Public Health
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Angel M. Foster is a Full Professor in the School of Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa, where she conducts groundbreaking research in reproductive health, women’s health, and global health policy. She holds a DPhil from the University of Oxford, an MD from Harvard Medical School, and advanced degrees from Stanford University. Her work spans over 22 countries, focusing on emergency contraception, abortion access, reproductive justice, and healthcare in conflict zones. DPhil, Middle Eastern Studies – University of Oxford (2001) MD – Harvard Medical School (2006) AM, International Policy Studies – Stanford University (1996) BAS, International Relations and Biology – Stanford University (1996) Dr. Foster’s research interests center on expanding access to emergency contraception, improving abortion services, enhancing healthcare provider training, and addressing the reproductive health needs of vulnerable populations. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates medical anthropology, public health, and policy analysis to advance reproductive autonomy and justice globally. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on reproductive health in low-resource and conflict-affected settings, particularly in the Middle East, North Africa, Southeast Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Her work employs qualitative and mixed-methods designs to explore pharmacist practices, refugee health, abortion experiences, and policy implementation. A recurring theme is the evaluation of community-based interventions, such as misoprostol distribution and telemedicine abortion services. Darroch Award, Guttmacher Institute (2017) Inaugural Leadership Award, Canadian Partnership for Women’s and Children’s Health Public Service Award, Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality (2018) Honorary Member, Federation of Women Physicians of Canada (2020) Atlas Award Nominee (2017) Dr. Foster is actively involved in mentoring and supervision, accepting new graduate students. She has led major research initiatives, including the revision of the Inter-Agency Field Manual on Reproductive Health in Humanitarian Settings , and has secured significant grants through organizations like Ibis Reproductive Health and UNFPA. She is the co-founder and director of Cambridge Reproductive Health Consultants, a nonprofit advancing reproductive justice through research and innovation. She leads and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across institutions, including the National Abortion Federation (USA and Canada), and maintains the widely used medicationabortion.com website. Her leadership in editorial roles for Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Contraception further amplifies her impact on global reproductive health discourse.

Jenifer Barclayمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• African American History
• History of Slavery and Emancipation
• Medicine, Disability, and Science
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jenifer Barclay is an Associate Professor in the Department of History and Associate Director of the Center for Disability Studies at the University at Buffalo. Her work focuses on African American history, disability history, and the intersections of race, gender, and medicine in 19th-century America. She holds a PhD from Michigan State University (2011). Her research explores how disability shaped racial and gendered discourses in slavery and post-emancipation contexts. Her first book, *The Mark of Slavery: Disability, Race, and Gender in Antebellum America* (2021), examines disability as both a lived experience and a metaphor used to reinforce racial hierarchies. Current projects include co-editing *Cripping the Archive: Disability, History, and Power* (2024) and a monograph on disability and segregation in southern education systems. Barclay teaches courses such as U.S. Disability History, African American History, and graduate seminars on race and education. Awards include a Postdoctoral Fellowship in African American Studies (Case Western Reserve University) and multiple graduate fellowships. She actively challenges archival erasure of disability narratives through interdisciplinary collaboration. Her work bridges historical scholarship with disability justice, emphasizing the role of African American women in building inclusive educational systems and the transnational contributions of figures like deaf educator Andrew Foster. Ongoing research highlights doubly segregated institutions like Louisiana School for the Blind and Deaf, which remained segregated until 1978.

• Gender and Health
• Globalization and Development
• Transnational Migration and Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jasmine Gideon is a Professor of Global Health and Development at Birkbeck’s School of Social Sciences, specializing in the gendered political economy of health in Latin America and issues of health migration. She holds a PhD and MSc in Development Studies from the University of Manchester and a BA in History from the University of Leeds. Prior to Birkbeck, she worked at the University of Manchester and the Nuffield Institute for Health at the University of Leeds, and consulted for organizations like the Pan American Health Organisation and UN Women. Her research focuses on three pillars: gender and health systems in Latin America, globalization’s impact on health, and transnational migration and health-seeking strategies. Notable projects include co-leading the ESRC-funded EQUALITIES in Public-Private Partnerships (EQUIPPS) and a current Academy of Medical Sciences network examining health PPPs’ inequality impacts in Middle-Income Countries. She co-edits the Agenda book series on Women’s Work and produced a film, Crafting Residence: The Art of Chilean Political Prisoners , exploring exile narratives. Prof. Gideon has supervised over 15 PhD students, focusing on topics such as abortion access, migration health, and gendered economic rights. She teaches modules on development theories, gender and development, and aid dynamics at Birkbeck. Her work bridges academic research with policy advocacy, emphasizing equitable health systems and gender justice.

Lena Wängnerudمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Representation
• Voter Behavior
• Corruption
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lena Wängnerud is a Professor at the Department of Political Science , University of Gothenburg. Her research focuses on political representation, voter behavior, and corruption, with a particular emphasis on gender equality in political contexts. She has published extensively on topics such as anti-corruption mechanisms, gender stereotypes in politics, and the intersection of gender and authoritarian politics. Her work often explores how women’s representation in political institutions reduces corruption and improves governance. Recent studies include investigations into sexual forms of corruption, sextortion, and the impact of media sexism on women’s political ambition. Wängnerud has contributed to international collaborations, including chapters in handbooks like Handbook on Gender and Corruption in Democracies . In addition to her academic contributions, she serves as Prefect of the Department of Political Science. Her research frequently uses experimental methods and vignette studies to analyze societal attitudes toward issues like depression-related sick leave and gender-based policies.

Daina Ramey Berryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• U.S. History
• Gender and Slavery
• Black Women's History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daina Ramey Berry is the Michael Douglas Dean of Humanities and Fine Arts and Professor of History at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). Previously, she served as Oliver H. Radkey Regents Professor and Chair of History at the University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on gender and slavery, Black women’s history, and U.S. history. She holds a Ph.D. in African American Studies and U.S. History from UCLA. Her major works include A Black Women’s History of the United States (2020), which redefines U.S. history through Black women’s perspectives, and The Price for Their Pound of Flesh (2017), analyzing economic valuations of enslaved individuals. She has received prestigious awards such as the Susan Koppelman Award and NEH fellowships. Berry is also a consultant for museums and historical sites, including Montpelier Plantation, and has advised on TV projects like the ROOTS remake (HISTORY/A+E). Her research extends to reparations advocacy, public history initiatives, and educational outreach. She co-edits the Russell Sage Foundation’s Black Reparations series and contributes to The Journal of African American History . Berry volunteers in K-12 education, developing curricula and serving as a lead author for McGraw Hill textbooks. She has testified before U.S. and California legislative bodies on slavery’s legacy and reparations.