جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Critical Heritage Studies
• Museum Studies
• Public History
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cintia Velázquez Marroni is a full-time lecturer and researcher at the Instituto de Investigaciones Dr. José María Luis Mora in Mexico, specializing in History and Cultural Heritage. She holds a PhD in Museum Studies from the University of Leicester, a Master’s in Museology from ENCRyM-INAH, and a Bachelor’s in History from UNAM. Her academic affiliations include the University of Leicester as an alumna and former Editor-in-Chief of Museological Review . PhD in Museum Studies – University of Leicester, UK MA in Museology – ENCRyM-INAH, Mexico BA in History – UNAM, Mexico Her research focuses on critical heritage studies , museum visitor experiences , historical consciousness , and memorial museums , particularly in the Mexican context. She investigates how museums mediate public understanding of history and how they function as sites of civic engagement and political memory. Her work often bridges academic theory and museum practice. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on difficult heritage , the politics of memory , and the role of museums in democratic societies . Her articles explore topics such as the Memorial del 68, historical dioramas, and the Anthropocene, using qualitative methodologies and critical theoretical frameworks. She contributes significantly to debates in Latin American and global museum studies. Dr. Velázquez Marroni has received recognition for her academic work, including winning the Miguel Covarrubias National Prize for her master’s thesis. She has also been actively involved in public engagement, delivering lectures and organizing educational programs. She has advised on educational programming and co-curated exhibitions, particularly during her tenure at the Tlatelolco University Cultural Center. While no specific grants are listed, her research projects have involved international collaboration, such as with the European Union. She has led public seminars and contributed to community-based heritage initiatives. Dr. Velázquez Marroni is associated with research teams focused on public history and memory studies. She has contributed to projects like Encuentro Ciudad y Memorias , supporting the development of memory sites in Chile. Her work emphasizes participatory and dialogic approaches to heritage.

Carol Garzon Lopezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Spatial ecology
• Remote Sensing
• Biodiversity conservation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

C.X. (Carol) Garzon Lopez is an Assistant Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Campus Fryslân, University of Groningen. She leads research on spatial ecology, biodiversity monitoring, and knowledge infrastructures, focusing on Latin America and tropical ecosystems. As director of Verde Elemental, she promotes ecological knowledge dissemination in Spanish. Her work bridges ecology with social factors influencing biodiversity understanding. Research Themes: Multi-scale biodiversity analysis using remote sensing (UAV, satellite) Impact of knowledge infrastructures on ecological science Spatial biases in species distribution modeling Páramo ecosystems resilience to climate change Recent Work Trends: Recent articles emphasize spatial bias mitigation in ecological modeling, Latin American biodiversity monitoring challenges, and urban biodiversity assessment methods. Her work integrates drone technology with traditional ecological methods to improve conservation strategies. Labs/Initiatives: Oversees Verde Elemental, a platform advancing Latin American ecological research visibility. Active in developing transdisciplinary frameworks for sustainable knowledge systems.

Jean Heemskerkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Construction
• Architectural Design
• Technical Construction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jean Heemskerk (Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geomatics) serves as Dean of Department 1 since 2022. His work focuses on building construction, architectural design, and technical construction while bridging theory with practice in urban development projects. He has established a reputation for integrating sustainable concepts and material innovation into architectural education. Bachelor of Architecture, TU Karlsruhe (1989) Diploma, TU Darmstadt (1996) Co-founder of motorplan Frankfurt (1996) His research interests center around technical construction , urban design , and renewable energy integration through projects like wind energy architectural potential studies and early childhood MINT education initiatives using play objects. He emphasizes material experimentation (particularly concrete) and spatial problem-solving in complex urban contexts. Students under his supervision have received numerous awards including: Master students: 1st prize in Green Campus Award (2016), Dachwelten competition (2015) Bachelor students: multiple awards from Fachvereinigung Deutscher Betonfertigteilbau e.V. and Heidelbergcement AG His recent work includes the Z1 Bahnstadt masterplan development (2022) and Planetarium design for Senckenberg Museum expansion.

Robin Kucharمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Culture and the City
• DIY & Underground Scenes
• Production of Culture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robin Kuchar is a Post-Doc Researcher and Lecturer at the Institute of Sociology and Cultural Organisation (ISCO), Leuphana University Lüneburg. His work bridges cultural sociology, urban studies, and music industries, with a focus on DIY music venues and their evolving roles in cities and cultural ecosystems. Education: MA in Applied Cultural Science (2009), PhD in Sociology (2017). Dr. Kuchar’s research investigates the Culture and the City , DIY & Underground Scenes , Production of Culture , and Music Industries . His 2020 monograph Musikclubs zwischen Szene Stadt und Music Industries analyzes the autonomy and commercialization of DIY music clubs in Hamburg-St. Pauli. He also explores Livemusic & Music Venues and Cultural Participation through empirical studies. His publications highlight trends in urban music ecosystems , pandemic resilience , and subcultural memory . He is a co-series editor of Urban Music Studies , a member of IASPM and KISMIF, and co-initiator of the Urban Music Studies Scholars Network. Dr. Kuchar integrates academic and practical roles, including project management for Hamburg’s Day of Music (2012) and organizing concerts. His teaching and research emphasize mixed-method approaches and critical cultural analysis.

Holley Moyesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Archaeology of religion
• Cave archaeology
• Mesoamerica
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Holley Moyes is a Professor of Anthropology in the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts at the University of California, Merced. She leads the Las Cuevas Archaeological Reconnaissance (LCAR) and Belize Cave Research Project (BCRP) in the Chiquibul Rainforest Reserve, Belize, focusing on Maya archaeology, cave studies, and environmental dynamics. Education: Ph.D. (2006) SUNY Buffalo, MA (2001) Florida Atlantic University, BA (1978) Florida State University Her research intersects archaeology, environmental science, and religious studies through analysis of Maya ceremonial sites, GIS applications, and climate-culture interactions. Current work examines drought's role in Classic Maya political collapse and cultural heritage preservation in Belize. Recent publications highlight cave archaeology, Maya ritual practices, and interdisciplinary approaches combining behavioral science with archaeological analysis. Collaborative projects span Belizean rainforest research stations and include international scholars like Barbara Voorhies and Laura Kosakowsky. Dr. Moyes actively promotes Maya heritage awareness through initiatives like UC Merced's "Year of the Maya" program, integrating archaeological findings with educational programming about Maya creation myths such as The Popol Vuh.

• Hydrology
• Flood-runoff processes
• Catchment regionalization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Larisa Tarasova is a tenured Research Group Leader of "Watershed Dynamics & Hydrological Extremes" at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ, Department of Catchment Hydrology, Germany. She leads projects on large-scale flood analysis, catchment regionalization and hydrological modelling uncertainty, and has published extensively on these topics since 2016. Education: PhD in Hydrology, Department of Catchment Hydrology, UFZ (2016-2020) M.Sc. Water Resources & Environmental Management, Leibniz University Hannover (2013-2015) B.Sc. Ecology & Environmental Engineering, Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (2007-2012) International exchange semesters at Nanjing Normal University and Xiamen University, China Research interests revolve around understanding and predicting hydrological extremes across large domains. She develops data-driven and process-based approaches to classify flood events, quantify their space-time dynamics, and unravel how catchment properties and climate patterns control runoff generation. Her work integrates statistical learning, large-sample datasets (e.g., CAMELS-DE) and uncertainty analysis to improve predictive models for floods and water quality under change. Her publications (≥60 peer-reviewed since 2016) exhibit a clear trajectory from event-based process studies to continental-scale modelling and machine-learning applications, culminating in recent high-impact papers on compound flood drivers, catchment descriptors and neural-network flood forecasting. Scientific awards include the Gordon Research Conference Rising Star Award, AGU and Wiley citations for excellence, and national Best Dissertation and UFZ Best PhD awards in 2021, underlining her early-career leadership. She convenes sessions on hydrometeorological extremes at EGU and AGU meetings, serves as reviewer for top journals (Science, Nature Climate Change, WRR, etc.) and acts as referee for NSF and Hungarian Academy grant programmes, underlining her active service to the community.

• Computational Design
• Digital Fabrication
• Architectural Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Serbulent Vural is a Professor at Karadeniz Technical University's Faculty of Architecture, where he leads research in computational design and digital fabrication. He has held academic positions at KTU since 1997, advancing from Research Assistant to Professor (2023-present). He directs the KTU CODEFAB Laboratory and serves as Rector's Advisor, overseeing institutional design projects and technology integration. Education: Doctorate (2005): Karadeniz Technical University, Faculty of Architecture Postgraduate (2000): Karadeniz Technical University, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture Undergraduate (1996): Karadeniz Technical University, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture Research Focus: Vural explores computational design methodologies, parametric modeling, and digital fabrication in architecture. His work bridges traditional techniques (e.g., Anatolian weaving) with advanced technologies like robotic production. Key themes include architectural pedagogy, urban morphology (e.g., Diyarbakır housing studies), and sustainable material applications. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2018-2024) emphasize computational thinking in design education, robotic fabrication, and parametric applications. His research demonstrates a shift from vernacular architecture studies (2000s) toward technology-driven design innovation, with consistent focus on integrating mathematics and geometry into architectural practice. Awards & Honors: Four 2022 Engineering-Architecture Awards for urban/tribune design 2004 Historical Cities Union Award for urban revitalization Advising & Grants: Supervises doctoral candidates in computational design and urban studies. Secured funding for: Bamboo structural analysis (2022-2024) Robotic fabrication in architecture (2022-2023) Digital design pedagogy (2023-2024) Laboratories & Teams: Manages KTU CODEFAB Lab, specializing in computational design, robotic fabrication, and material experimentation. Collaborates with international researchers on technology-driven architectural solutions.

• Agricultural Business Models
• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Farming
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Caroline de Lauwere is an active researcher at Wageningen University & Research specializing in Transition Risk & Innovation Governance within the Social Sciences school. Holding the Dutch doctoral title 'dr.ir.', she focuses on agricultural economics and rural sociology with particular expertise in business models for circular agriculture, farmer decision-making processes, and sustainability transitions in farming systems. Her research interests center on Agricultural Business Models , Circular Economy applications in farming, and the psychological factors influencing Farmer Decision-Making . De Lauwere investigates how intrinsic and extrinsic motivations affect farmers' adoption of sustainable practices, with special attention to dairy farming transitions and manure policy implementation. Her work bridges economic analysis with sociological perspectives on agricultural innovation. Analysis of her publication trends reveals a consistent focus on practical applications of sustainability theory in Dutch agriculture, with increasing emphasis on circular business models and stakeholder collaboration in recent years. Her research methodology combines qualitative approaches like in-depth interviews and focus groups with quantitative analysis of agricultural systems. As project leader for 17 completed research initiatives, de Lauwere has secured significant funding for studies on topics ranging from antibiotic reduction in livestock to greenhouse horticulture sustainability. Her collaborative approach is evident in her network spanning agricultural policymakers, farming organizations, and academic partners across Europe. Her professional activities include regular speaking engagements at academic and industry events, with recent presentations on carbon farming programs and farmer decision-making processes. Media contributions highlight her role as an expert commentator on agricultural sustainability issues, particularly regarding circular farming models and the practical challenges of implementing sustainable practices.

Seraphim Polyzosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Development
• Regional Development
• Project Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Seraphim Polyzos is a Professor at the Department of Spatial Planning, Urban Planning and Regional Development Engineering within the Polytechnic School of the University of Thessaly. With a distinguished academic career spanning over four decades, he has established himself as a leading expert in urban and regional development, spatial planning, and project management. His career progression from Civil Engineer to full Professor reflects his interdisciplinary expertise bridging engineering, economics, and planning disciplines. Civil Engineer (1979, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki) Economist (1994, University of Macedonia) Doctor of Spatial Planning (1998, University of Thessaly) Professor Polyzos's research focuses on the intersection of urban development, regional economics, and spatial planning. His work demonstrates a consistent emphasis on applying quantitative methods to analyze tourism dynamics, transportation networks, and regional economic patterns. He has developed particular expertise in analyzing tourism seasonality, urban spatial structures, and the economic impacts of infrastructure projects. His research often employs sophisticated methodologies including network analysis, spatial statistics, and econometric modeling to address practical planning challenges in the Greek context. His scholarly output reveals a clear evolution from foundational work on regional inequalities and spatial economics toward more specialized analyses of tourism dynamics and urban network structures. The recent publications (2021-2023) demonstrate his increasing focus on complex network approaches to understand urban systems, tourism patterns, and spatial interactions. His work consistently applies theoretical frameworks to the specific context of Greek regions, making significant contributions to understanding Mediterranean urban and regional dynamics. 20+ years of continuous scholarship with over 200 publications Increasing methodological sophistication from basic spatial analysis to complex network approaches Strong focus on practical applications in Greek regional context Consistent contributions to understanding tourism-seasonality relationships Professor Polyzos has received multiple scholarly distinctions including prestigious State Scholarships Foundation (IKY) awards. His early academic excellence was recognized with the '17 November 1974' Award from the Technical Chamber of Greece. His doctoral work placed him first in the 28th Scholarship Program in the thematic area of 'Regional Development.' As a dedicated educator and researcher, Professor Polyzos has supervised numerous research projects and served as Director of the 'Development Policies and Programs Evaluation Laboratory.' His work extends beyond academia through practical consulting for regional development projects and municipal planning initiatives across Greece. His extensive publication record in high-impact journals demonstrates his significant contributions to the fields of urban studies, regional science, and tourism economics.

Gregory Colsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agricultural Economics
• Consumer and Producer Decision Making
• Economic Survey and Experiment Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gregory Colson serves as Professor and Department Head of the Department of Agricultural & Applied Economics within the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences, while also directing the CAED. Based at 301 Conner Hall (147 Cedar Street, Athens, GA 30602), he maintains active research and teaching roles with contact details gcolson@uga.edu and 706-542-2481. Research Focus: His work centers on risk analysis and experimental economics applied to agricultural and environmental systems, with particular expertise in water economics , energy policy , and consumer decision-making . He employs choice experiments, survey design, and real options modeling to investigate behavioral responses to environmental constraints, policy interventions, and market innovations. His methodological rigor in economic survey design provides critical insights for resource management. Publication Trends: Recent work (2019-2025) reveals concentrated exploration of water recycling economics (including terminology effects on willingness-to-pay), biomass energy transitions (co-firing dynamics, jet biofuel investments), and conservation incentive structures (forest management, ecosystem services). His experimental approach consistently bridges theoretical economic frameworks with practical policy applications across agricultural, environmental, and educational domains. Awards and Recognition: D.W. Brooks Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching, UGA CAES (2020) Early Career Teaching Award, UGA CAES (2018) Multiple Outstanding Faculty Awards from AAE Graduate Student Association (2011, 2013, 2014, 2018) Educator Award, NACTA (2015) Emerging Scholar Award, SAEA (2015) Teaching and Mentorship: In 2023, he instructed undergraduate courses AAEC 2580 (Applied Microeconomic Principles) and AAEC 3910 (Internships), alongside graduate seminars AAEC 6590 (Microeconomics: Theory with Applications II), AAEC 8010 (Seminar in Agricultural and Applied Economics), and AAEC 8150 (Survey Design and Experimental Economics). His repeated recognition by graduate students underscores effective mentorship of emerging scholars in experimental and environmental economics.

Sophie Vassilakiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modern Greek Linguistics
• Syntax of Complex Sentences
• Aspecto-Temporal Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sophie Vassilaki is a University Professor at Inalco (Institut National des Langues et Civilisations Orientales) and a researcher at the SeDyL (Structure et dynamique des langues) laboratory. Her academic journey includes a doctorate from Paris 7-Diderot University under Pr Antoine Culioli and HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) in 2005. She serves as director of UMR 8202 SeDyL since 2010. Research Focus : Aspecto-temporal systems in Modern Greek, discourse markers, complex sentence syntax, derivational morphology, and diachronic comparisons between Ancient and Modern Greek. Teaching : Specializes in Modern Greek grammar, general linguistics, and Balkan language studies at L1–M2 levels. Collaborations : Co-author with Camille Denizot, Rea Delveroudi, and others on topics like modal particles, pseudo-coordination, and linguistic variation. Article Trends : Her publications from 2000–2023 emphasize temporal clause syntax in Ancient/Medieval Greek, discourse marker functions in Modern Greek, and comparative studies with French/Russian. Key subfields include grammaticalization, semantic fields of food, and historical linguistics. Research Infrastructure : Affiliated with SeDyL , a CNRS/Inalco/IRD joint research unit, and member of the Cercle des Linguistes de l'Inalco (CLI).

Lukas Smasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban and Regional Planning
• Governance and Policy Integration
• Climate Transformation and Sustainable Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lukas Smas is an Associate Professor in Human Geography at Stockholm University, specializing in urban and regional planning. His research examines governance structures, policy-practice dynamics, and the political-economic dimensions of spatial planning, particularly in Nordic and European contexts. Current research projects include Regional Planning Cultures (2023-2025, Formas) and Democratic Governance for Climate Transformation (2020-2024, Norges Forskningsråd). Past projects span agreement-based Nordic planning models (Academy of Finland), megaprojects like the New Karolinska Solna Hospital , and comparative analyses of European spatial planning systems (ESPON COMPASS). His work emphasizes the role of policy mobility , institutional adaptation , and multi-purpose planning instruments in shaping sustainable urban futures. He has contributed to debates on depoliticization in planning and served on academic committees including Stockholm's Scientific Council and AESOP's Council of Representatives.

R.J.A. de Wolfمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Urban Ecology Design
• Landscape Architecture
• Nature-Based Solutions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

R.J.A. de Wolf is a researcher at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) in the School of Architecture and the Built Environment, specializing in Landscape Architecture. Their work focuses on integrating ecological principles into urban design, particularly through nature-based solutions for climate-resilient cities. Recent research includes the Urban Arid Green project addressing drought-resistant urbanism in Morocco and the Urban Forest Living Lab exploring soil health in The Hague. They contribute to journals like Land , Spool , and Greenpro , emphasizing spatial quality and collaborative design processes. Key themes in their work: Urban symbiosis Green infrastructure Ecological networks Climate adaptation Design methodology De Wolf actively participates in workshops (e.g., Designing Shared Residential Gardens ) and public outreach, including a MOOC on Urban Ecology Design and media contributions to biodiversity initiatives. Collaborations span institutions in Europe and Morocco.

• Film History
• Media Studies
• Cultural Inquiry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. André van der Velden is an Assistant Professor in the Media and Performance Studies group at the Department of Media and Culture Studies, Faculty of Humanities, Utrecht University. His academic work focuses on Dutch film history and media studies, with particular expertise in cinema culture from 1896-1940. His research interests include: Film history, particularly Dutch cinema from 1896-1940 Media and cultural identity formation Historical audience studies Cinema architecture and exhibition spaces The relationship between cinema and the public sphere Denominational identities in media consumption Urban cultural spaces and cinema Dr. van der Velden's scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on the material and spatial dimensions of cinema culture, examining not just film texts but also the physical spaces where films were exhibited and consumed. His research connects film history with broader questions of urban development, social hierarchies, and cultural identity formation in the Netherlands. His scientific contributions include: NWO-funded research project "Cinema, modern life and cultural identity in the Netherlands, 1896-1940" (2002-2006) Studies on Abraham Tuschinski, a prominent Dutch movie theater entrepreneur Research on denominational patterns of cinemagoing in the Netherlands Development of typologies for neighborhood cinemas in Rotterdam Dr. van der Velden has delivered numerous invited talks at international conferences from 1999 through 2014, demonstrating his active engagement with the academic community. His work bridges film history, urban studies, and cultural sociology to provide nuanced understandings of how cinema functioned as both a cultural practice and social institution in Dutch society.

Ruopu Liمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geoinformatics
• Water Resources Modeling
• Food-Energy-Water Nexus
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ruopu Li is a full-time Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Resources at Southern Illinois University, where he directs the GeoFEW Research Lab focused on Geoinformatics for Food-Energy-Water systems. His research integrates geospatial AI, drone technology, and social data mining to address water resource management, energy geography, and rural community connectivity challenges. Education Ph.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln M.S., Tianjin University B.S., Nankai University Research Focus Dr. Li's research explores the intersection of geospatial technologies and environmental systems, with emphasis on: Water Resources Modeling, Food-Energy-Water Nexus, Social-Hydrological Systems, Smart Communities, and Energy Geography. His methodological toolkit includes geospatial artificial intelligence, multispectral drone analysis, social media mining, and community surveys to address complex socio-environmental challenges. Publication Trends Analysis of Dr. Li's recent scholarly output (2023-2025) reveals three dominant themes: 1) Advanced geospatial AI applications for hydrographic mapping and drainage classification using deep learning and high-resolution DEMs, 2) Rural technology disparities including telehealth access and smart infrastructure divides, and 3) Environmental monitoring through hyperspectral analysis of agricultural diseases and water quality management. His work frequently appears in interdisciplinary journals bridging geospatial science, environmental engineering, and social sciences. Research Funding PI: $300,000 NSF EAGER grant for groundwater resilience research (2024-2026) PI: $1.33M NSF grant for geoscience education (2023-2027) PI: $278,812 NSF grant for rural smart infrastructure (2021-2023) Co-PI: $209,015 Illinois Soybean Association grant for nematode management Total secured funding exceeds $2.5 million across 9 active grants Laboratory Dr. Li leads the GeoFEW Research Lab, which develops computational geospatial approaches for Food-Energy-Water systems using drone-based sensors, social media analytics, and community-engaged research methodologies.