جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Denise Taharaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Health
• Health Policy and Management
• Health Informatics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Denise Tahara is an Associate Professor and Department Chairperson in the Department of Health Sciences at Pace University's College of Health Professions. She also serves as Interim Director of Health Informatics, demonstrating leadership in both academic and administrative domains. Her work spans public health, health policy, food security, care coordination, and systems thinking, with a strong emphasis on equity and community engagement. Dr. Tahara holds a PhD in Health Policy and Management, an MPhil in Public Administration, and an MBA in Finance and International Business—all from New York University—as well as a BS in Hotel Administration from Cornell University. This multidisciplinary background informs her integrative approach to health and wellbeing. Her research interests include social determinants of health, food insecurity among seniors and vulnerable populations, care coordination for children with medical complexity, opioid crisis intervention, and the application of design thinking in public health. She has led and contributed to numerous interdisciplinary projects that bridge public health, sustainability, and innovation. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent trajectory in using systems thinking, design innovation, and policy analysis to address complex public health challenges. Themes include telehealth equity, food systems for seniors, human-centered care design, and sustainable healthcare models. Her recent work emphasizes political strategy for health equity and the role of technology in transforming care delivery. Runner Up for the 2021 Research To Practice Award Honorable Mention, Robert Wood Johnson 2019 Health X Design Challenge School of Art Research and Innovation Award (Pratt Institute, 2024) Dr. Tahara has secured multiple grants from agencies including HRSA, the Lucile Packard Foundation, and the New York State Health Foundation. She has advised students and professionals in interdisciplinary research and has presented widely at national and international conferences. She is actively involved in leadership roles within the New York State Public Health Association, where she served as President (2021–2022), and is a longstanding member of APHA, ACHE, and other professional organizations. She has also contributed to educational initiatives on leadership development, cultural competence, and sustainability in healthcare. Her work is supported by collaborations with institutions such as New York Medical College, Pratt Institute, and Union Community Health Center. She leads initiatives focused on veteran care, climate resilience, and food access, often employing human-centered design and community-based participatory research methods.

• Critical Social Justice
• Community Organizing
• Disaster Response
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Loretta Pyles is Professor at the University at Albany School of Social Welfare, holding PhD and MA degrees from the University of Kansas and a BA from Baker University. A certified yoga instructor, her critical social justice scholarship examines resistance to poverty, gender violence, racism, and disasters within contexts of climate crisis and neoliberalism. Her NSF-funded research employs transformative frameworks integrating holistic mind-body-spirit approaches. Research Focus: Transformative community organizing; Integrative wellness practices; Disaster resilience; Anti-oppressive methodologies; Climate justice frameworks. Publications: Authored Progressive Community Organizing (Routledge) and Healing Justice: Holistic Self-Care for Change Makers (Oxford). Recent work explores rewilding practices amid climate change. Awards: National Science Foundation grant recipient for disaster research.

Bonnie N. Kaiserمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Psychological Anthropology
• Global Mental Health
• Implementation Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bonnie N. Kaiser is an Associate Professor jointly appointed in the Department of Anthropology and Global Health Program at UCSD. She holds a PhD in Anthropology from Emory University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Global Mental Health at Duke University. Her research focuses on qualitative and mixed-methods approaches to global mental health, implementation science, and cultural anthropology. Her major research interests include Haiti and Kenya, with studies exploring cultural models of mental health, idioms of distress, and the cultural adaptation of interventions. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Haiti's Central Plateau and collaborates with organizations like Partners in Health (Zanmi Lasante). Her work bridges critical anthropological theory with practical global health interventions. Dr. Kaiser has secured funding from NSF, NIH, and the Duke Global Health Institute for projects such as 'Trauma and Spiritual Insecurity in Haiti' and 'Food Insecurity and Mental Health in Global Perspective.' Her research also addresses oncofertility care for cancer patients and stigma reduction among healthcare providers. Notable accolades include the Liz Kramer Service Award (2021) and the Charles Hughes Fellowship (2012). Her educational background includes a BA in Anthropology/Psychology from Notre Dame, an MPH in Epidemiology from Emory, and teaching awards recognizing her pedagogical contributions.

• Faith-Based Social Action
• Interfaith Dialogue
• Community Development
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Andrew Orton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Durham University, with additional roles as Department Representative and Fellow at the Durham Research Methods Centre. He also serves as Director of the William Leech Research Fund and the Centre for Social Justice and Community Action, focusing on Christian social action in the North East of England. His research explores intersections of faith, dialogue, and diversity in professional practice, particularly examining Christian community work's role in social justice, migrant integration, and financial inclusion. Collaborations with practical theology and transnational networks (e.g., Brazil-UK ecumenical activism) highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Recent publications analyze faith-based responses to debt, interfaith dialogue frameworks, and intercultural city policies. He contributes to academic discourse through journals like International Journal of Latin American Religions and Community Development Journal , while producing policy guides for the Council of Europe and practical theology institutions. Andrew supervises PhD students in his research areas and has led modules on Communities and Social Justice. He actively engages in participatory research, institutional capacity-building, and policymaker consultations at local, national, and international levels.

• Sociolegal Studies
• Social Anthropology
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Luisa T. Schneider is a Researcher and Principal Investigator (PI) leading the RE-RELATING project, funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education. Her work bridges sociolegal systems and intimate lives, focusing on how legal frameworks intersect with personal experiences of inequality. The project explores strategies groups use to navigate legal systems, emphasizing transformative justice. Collaborators include assistant professors Dr. Sandhya Fuchs and Dr. Flávio Eiró de Oliveira, alongside PhD students Anastasiia Omelianiuk and Robbert Dillema. Her research spans social and cultural anthropology, examining homelessness in Germany, carceral systems, and gender-based violence in Sierra Leone. Notable themes include the psychological impacts of displacement, the role of prisons in neoliberal contexts, and the sociocultural dimensions of legal access. Schneider’s work integrates ethnographic fieldwork with critical theory, addressing global inequalities and insecurities. Publications highlight intersections of law, violence, and identity, including analyses of sexual offenses, elder care dynamics, and pandemic impacts on marginalized groups. Her research often critiques Eurocentric frameworks, advocating for decolonized methodologies in trauma healing and social critique.

Shannon R. Laneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Political Social Work
• Political Justice
• Social Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shannon R. Lane is an Associate Professor of Social Work at Yeshiva University's Wurzweiler School of Social Work , where she teaches in both PhD and MSW programs. She earned her PhD from the University of Connecticut , MSW from the University of Michigan , and BA from George Washington University . Academic Leadership: Associate Director of Research for the Wurzweiler PhD Program. Key Publications: Author of Political Social Work: Using Power to Create Social Change (2018) and Social Welfare Policy in a Changing World (2025, with Elizabeth Palley and Corey Shdaimah). Research Interests focus on political social work and justice, social policy advocacy, macro practice, and voter engagement strategies. Her work examines the intersection of social work practice with political activism, particularly through initiatives like the Campaign School for Social Workers , which has trained 3,000+ professionals in political leadership. Scientific Awards include: Faculty Research Award (2020) Voter Empowerment Research Award (2017) Research on Teaching Effectiveness in Policy Award (2016) Excellence in Teaching Nominee (Adelphi University, 2010-2012) Jewish Federation President’s Award (2021) Kavod Key Community Service Award (2020) Dr. Lane advises and collaborates with students and faculty on political engagement projects, including voter mobilization models and policy analysis frameworks. Her research integrates social work education with civic participation strategies, emphasizing ethical political practice and institutional leadership.

• Palliative Care
• Gerontology
• End-of-Life Care
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gail Towsley , PhD, is a tenured Associate Professor at the University of Utah College of Nursing . As a gerontologist and licensed nursing home administrator , she focuses on interdisciplinary applied aging research to improve palliative care in long-term care (LTC) settings . Her innovative work includes developing Me & My Wishes - a video-based communication system for documenting resident care preferences. Her research spans critical areas in end-of-life care , care coordination , health disparities , and communication training for healthcare staff. She has led studies on virtual care conferences for dementia patients, legacy value documentation for older adults, and social model hospice care for homeless populations. Recent articles show consistent focus on dementia care (2024 systematic review), care transition disparities (2024 Hispanic population study), and communication interventions (2023 CONTACT tool development) Key collaborations include work with University of Pennsylvania and Polisher Research Institute through postdoctoral fellowships Her educational background includes PhD in Nursing and MS in Gerontology from University of Utah, plus postdoctoral training at Penn and Polisher Institute Current teaching responsibilities include courses in the Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program and Nursing doctoral program . She holds multiple external grants for palliative care improvement initiatives and has received prestigious fellowships and career development awards from institutions like National Palliative Care Research Center and Gerontological Society of America .

Amanda Ellisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mexican American Literature and Culture
• American Literature post 1865
• Chicana Feminism
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Amanda Ellis is an interdisciplinary researcher and Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Houston , specializing in Mexican American Literature and Culture. Her work bridges Chicana Feminism , Medical Humanities , and Ethnic Studies . Education: Ph.D., English, Rice University M.A., English, Rice University M.A., Ethnic Studies, San Francisco State University B.S., Psychology, Barry University Research Interests focus on decolonial healing practices in Mexican American literature, particularly through the lens of curandera traditions. She examines intersections between medical humanities , Latina/o/x identity , and social justice movements , often analyzing how cultural trauma manifests in literary and artistic forms. Her scientific awards include the UH 2022 Provost’s Teaching Excellence Award and the NACCS 2020 Chicana Caucus Publication Award . Current Book Project: Letras y Limpias: Decolonial Medicine and Holistic Healing in Mexican American Literature (Arizona University Press, Fall 2021) expands these themes. She teaches courses in Mexican American Literature , Literature and Medicine , and Women Writers , with a focus on US Latina/o/x Literature and Young Adult Literature . Her publications span journals like Chicana/Latina Studies , Aztlán , and Western American Literature , often addressing decolonial aesthetics and health disparities .

Elizabeth Cookمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Homicide
• Femicide
• Gender and Violence
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elizabeth Cook is a Senior Lecturer in the Violence and Society Centre at City, University of London, where she has been a faculty member since January 2020. Her work spans sociology and criminology, with a strong focus on gender-based violence, homicide, and the role of family activism in shaping justice systems. She contributes to major interdisciplinary research initiatives, including the UKRI-funded Prevention Research Partnership (PRP) Consortium on Violence, Health and Society, and a British Academy Small Grant on non-intimate femicide. PhD in Criminology, University of Manchester ESRC Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Oxford Max Batley Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Sheffield International Visiting Scholar, Monash University, Australia Research Associate, Centre for Criminology, University of Oxford Dr. Cook’s research centers on the intersections of gender, inequality, and homicide, with a particular emphasis on how bereaved families influence policy and justice outcomes. She investigates statutory fatality review systems and advocates for improved data practices in violence prevention. Her research is deeply interdisciplinary, combining insights from sociology, criminology, public health, and feminist theory. Her recent publications include the monograph Family Activism in the Aftermath of Fatal Violence (Routledge, 2021), co-edited special issues in Current Sociology , and peer-reviewed articles in The Lancet Psychiatry , Social & Legal Studies , and Criminology & Criminal Justice . Her work often explores narrative methods, victim voices, and the politics of knowledge production in global violence research. Member, Peer Review College, Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Member, Editorial Board, Sociology Co-Editor, 'Violence, Inequality and Change' book series (Routledge) Dr. Cook actively supervises PhD students, including Katie Smith (on domestic violence support services) and Sarah Dangar (on domestic abuse-related suicide). She is involved in multiple research teams and collaborates with institutions across the UK, Australia, and Europe. Her work is supported by prestigious grants and has been presented at international conferences such as the European Society of Criminology and the American Society of Criminology.

Katharina Charlotte Husemannمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Consumer Culture Theory
• Sustainable Consumption and Production
• Digital Consumption
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Katharina Charlotte Husemann is a Reader in Marketing at King's Business School, King's College London. She is actively engaged in research, teaching, and supervision, with a strong focus on consumer culture and societal well-being. Her work bridges marketing, sociology, and sustainability, contributing to both academic and public discourse. Research Interests: Her research program centers on Consumer Culture Theory, examining how consumers navigate a globalized, digital, and accelerated world. Key themes include sustainable consumption, marketplace accessibility, digital spirituality, temporality, and consumer vulnerability. She employs interpretivist and ethnographic methods to explore deep consumer experiences and societal challenges. Recent Research Trends: Her most recent publications (2022–2024) show a clear trajectory toward inclusive and ethical marketing. She investigates how market systems disable certain consumers, especially those with visual impairments, and how digital platforms reshape spiritual experiences. Her work increasingly addresses planetary well-being, care economies, and consumer insecurity in volatile social contexts. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: British Academy Leverhulme Small Research Grant Marietta Blau-Scholarship (OeAD) Higher Education Academy Fellowship Advising and Grants: She is currently accepting new PhD students and serves as the Primary Investigator for an active ESRC IAA Social Science Impact Fund project (2024–2026), funded at £15,000, focusing on social impact in marketing. This grant supports knowledge exchange and real-world application of her research. Labs, Teams, and Collaborative Projects: Katharina is a key collaborator in interdisciplinary initiatives such as the "Layers of Vision" exhibition, which explores the lived experiences of blind and partially sighted artists. This project highlights her commitment to co-production, accessibility, and inclusive policy-making, often in collaboration with artists, policymakers, and disability advocates.

Stephen W. Stoefflerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Poverty and Social Justice
• Macro Social Work
• Social and Economic Justice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen W. Stoeffler serves as Professor in the Department of Social Work within Kutztown University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, bringing extensive experience from prior academic appointments at Widener University, Temple University, West Chester University, and The University of Valley Forge. His career bridges macro-oriented social work practice and education, with direct field experience in child welfare, probation and parole, older adult protective services, and family homelessness. His educational foundation includes a Ph.D. in Social Work from Widener University, an MSW from Temple University, and a BSW from Shippensburg University. Ph.D. in Social Work, Widener University MSW, Temple University BSW, Shippensburg University Dr. Stoeffler's research critically examines structural poverty, racism, and housing insecurity through intersectional frameworks. His work consistently advocates for community empowerment and integrates spirituality with social justice, challenging individualistic explanations of poverty while promoting macro-level interventions. He champions the integration of poverty curriculum across social work education and explores professional identity formation within the discipline. His publication trajectory (2015-2024) reveals a methodical progression from foundational poverty theory toward contemporary analyses of environmental racism and structural homelessness. Recent work increasingly employs systematic reviews and critical analyses to expose systemic failures while proposing community-centered solutions, with growing emphasis on environmental justice and intersectional oppression. Professional engagement spans national leadership and community action: Macro Curricular Guide National Task Force Work Group Member Mid-Atlantic Regional Representative/Board Member, ACOSA Special Commission to Advance Macro Practice in Social Work Mayor's Commission to Combat Poverty (Lancaster, PA) Advisory Board, Lancaster Bible College Social Work Program Reviewer for Journal of Community Practice, Families in Society, and 5 additional journals His community impact extends through roles as Resource Parent Pre-Service Trainer for COBYS Family Services and Advisory Board Member for Hope Inspire Love, demonstrating commitment to translating theory into community-based practice. Current work focuses on structural solutions to poverty through policy advocacy and curriculum transformation.

Christopher Dumمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Criminal Justice Policy
• Incarceration and Reentry
• Public Opinion Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Dum is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology at Kent State University, part of the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on criminal justice policy, incarceration effects, and public opinion. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Albany in 2014. His work explores societal marginalization, particularly among homeless populations and incarcerated individuals, and has resulted in publications like Exiled in America (Columbia University Press, 2016). He co-founded the ID13 Prison Literacy Project, amplifying inmate voices through creative writing. Research Interests: Incarceration and Reentry Sex Offender Policy Public Opinion Dynamics Qualitative Methods Homelessness and Stigma Awards: Farris Family Innovation Award (2017–2020) National Science Foundation Doctoral Dissertation Grant (SES 1323945) American Society of Criminology Graduate Fellowship Grants: Led the Farris-funded study on inmate writing impact, yielding publications in Prison Journal and Journal of Experimental Criminology . His NSF grant explored sex offender policy impacts in motels. Labs/Teams: ID13 Prison Literacy Project (www.id13project.com) focuses on creative expression as a tool for reentry advocacy.

Julia Christensenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human Geography
• Health Geography
• Indigenous Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julia Christensen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Planning at Queen's University, located on Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe Homelands. She holds a PhD in Geography from McGill University, an MA from the University of Calgary, and a BA from the University of British Columbia. Her research focuses on northern and Indigenous communities, addressing geographies of home, housing, health, and colonialism. She directs the At Home in the North Partnership, a SSHRC/CMHC-funded initiative addressing northern housing crises through community-driven solutions. Her academic journey reflects her northern upbringing in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, motivating her to center Indigenous perspectives in her work. Key research areas include cultural safety in health policy, northern urbanization, and arts-based methodologies like creative writing and digital storytelling. She has received prestigious awards including the Canada Research Chair (2017-2022) and Royal Society of Canada membership (2022). Current projects emphasize collaborative research with Indigenous governments and organizations, addressing systemic inequities in housing and governance. She leads initiatives like the Research Storytelling Lab and the Northern Policy Innovation Initiative, translating academic insights into actionable policies.

Jonathan Kingsleyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Health Promotion
• Public Health
• Indigenous Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Kingsley is a Senior Lecturer in Health Promotion at Swinburne University of Technology . His research bridges public health, Indigenous health, and environmental science, focusing on how nature-based solutions like gardening can address health inequalities and socio-ecological challenges. Education: Bachelors of Applied Science (Deakin), Honours in Health Science (Deakin), Masters in Horticulture (University of Melbourne), PhD in Public Health (Deakin) Research Interests: Kingsley explores the intersection of gardening, urban agriculture, and health equity, with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. His work examines how cultural connection to Country impacts health outcomes and how gardening serves as a public health intervention during crises like pandemics. Grants & Collaborations: He leads major initiatives, including the Gaawaadhi Gadudha cultural health project ($2.9M, 2023-2027) and studies on cultural resilience in Aboriginal communities. His research has been cited over 3,000 times, influencing government reports. Scientific Recognition: Awards include the Parks Victoria Environment Community Engagement Award and recognition from the International Association for Ecology and Health .

Todd Hallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Relational Spirituality
• Spiritual Development
• Attachment Theory
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Todd Hall is a Professor of Psychology at the Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University, and a Faculty Affiliate in the Harvard Human Flourishing Program. He serves as a Senior Fellow for the Association of Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) and is a licensed psychologist with a psychodynamic psychotherapy practice. Education: Ph.D. and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology; M.A. in Measurement and Psychometrics from UCLA; B.A. from Biola University His research focuses on relational spirituality, spiritual development, and the integration of psychology and theology. He has developed widely used spiritual assessments such as the Spiritual Transformation Inventory and SpiritPulse, alongside tools like the Motivation Code and Flourishing Assessment. His work bridges attachment theory, relational psychoanalysis, and organizational culture. Recent articles explore mobile religious practices, spiritual self-awareness, and attachment to God. His 2022 book, The Connected Life , outlines a relational spirituality paradigm for transformation. He has received awards including the Martin Institute MIDWC Book Award (2021) and the Margaret Gorman Early Career Award (2001). Martin Institute for Christianity & Culture and Dallas Willard Research Center (MIDWC) Book Award for 2021 Biola University Provost’s Award for Excellence in Scholarship, 2016 Narramore Award for Excellence in Integration, CAPS, 2011 Margaret Gorman Early Career Award, APA Division 36, 2001 Todd Hall maintains a professional coaching practice and has trained practitioners in relational spirituality frameworks for over 25 years. He has presented at major conferences including the American Psychological Association and Christian Association for Psychological Studies.