جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Philip Thaiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Legal History
• Economic History
• Diplomatic History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Philip Thai is an Associate Professor of History and Asian Studies at Northeastern University and Director of the Global Asian Studies Program. He holds an affiliation as an Associate in Research at Harvard University's Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies. His interdisciplinary research focuses on Modern China and East Asia, emphasizing legal, economic, and diplomatic history. Dr. Thai earned his PhD in History from Stanford University (2013). His current book project explores Cold War-era underground economies across Greater China, while his earlier work includes China’s War on Smuggling: Law, Economic Life, and the Making of the Modern State (Columbia University Press, 2018). His research has been supported by major institutions including the ACLS, Harvard Radcliffe Institute, American Philosophical Society, and the Chiang Ching-kuo Foundation. Key awards include the Business History Conference’s Philip Scranton Best Article Prize (2023) and an ACLS Frederick Burkhardt Fellowship (2022–23). Thai’s work bridges historical analysis with contemporary relevance, addressing topics like global health governance and Sino-American relations. His teaching and research programs emphasize transnational and interdisciplinary approaches to Asian Studies.

Susana Muñozمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Equity in Education
• Undocumented Latinx Students
• Racial Rhetoric in Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Susana M. Muñoz, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Higher Education Leadership at Colorado State University (CSU), leading Equity Initiatives and Faculty Development within the College of Health and Human Sciences. Her research focuses on equity, identity, and campus climate for undocumented Latinx students, employing frameworks like Latinx Critical Race Theory, Chicana Feminist Epistemology, and anti-colonial ethics to challenge systemic inequities. Education: Ph.D. in Educational Leadership (Iowa State), M.S. in Student Affairs (CSU), B.A. in Political Science (Iowa State) Prior Experience: 13 years in student affairs (multicultural programs, TRiO, residence life) Awards: Robert H. Shaffer Award (2024), Mildred García Award (ASEH), NASPA Outstanding Faculty Award Her work critiques how racist nativism and white supremacy manifest in higher education, advocating for humanizing pedagogies and institutional reforms. Key contributions include analyzing the impact of Trump-era policies on undocumented students and redefining equity through anti-colonial ethics. Publications highlight strategies for supporting marginalized students, dismantling systemic barriers, and reimagining HSI practices. She consults nationally on equity-centered strategic planning and serves as a voice for undocuactivists in policy debates. Key Themes: Undocumented student resilience, institutional legal violence, Chicana epistemology Practice Focus: Linking theory to action, culturally engaging campus environments

Richard Billoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Industrial Information Systems
• Metallurgy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richard Billo is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) and serves as the founding director of the Kummer Institute Center for Advanced Manufacturing and director of the Missouri Protoplex. His roles focus on advancing manufacturing research and economic development through collaborations with industry. He previously held leadership positions at the University of Notre Dame, University of Texas at Arlington, and Oregon State University, including roles as associate vice president for research and department head of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering. Dr. Billo holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering (Arizona State University, 1989), an M.S. in Industrial Engineering (Arizona State University, 1985), an M.S. in Psychology (University of the Pacific, 1985), and a B.S. in Psychology (West Virginia University, 1978). His research interests center on advanced manufacturing processes, industrial information systems, metallurgy, and liquid fuels production. Notable contributions include pioneering work on additive manufacturing thermal modeling, distortion prediction, and material characterization. He has authored over 100 research articles and holds five patents licensed to industry. Dr. Billo has been honored with the Outstanding Faculty Award and Whiteford Faculty Fellowship. His leadership extends to editorial roles for journals such as the Journal of Manufacturing Processes and Journal of Manufacturing Systems . His work bridges academic research with industrial applications, emphasizing sustainable manufacturing practices and technological innovation.

• Risk Management
• Crisis Management
• Patient Safety
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Denis Fischbacher-Smith is a Professor and Research Chair in Risk and Resilience at the University of Glasgow's Adam Smith Business School, within the College of Social Sciences. Previously, he held roles at the University of Liverpool, including founding director of its Management School, and held academic positions at Sheffield, Durham, and John Moores Universities. He also served as a visiting professor at Kobe University (Japan), San Diego State University (USA), and Innsbruck University (Austria). His academic journey includes degrees from Manchester, Glasgow, St Andrews, and others, culminating in a DLitt in Crisis Management. He holds over a dozen professional certifications, including Fellowships from the Academy of Social Sciences and Higher Education Academy, and Chartered statuses in Geography, Security, and Management. Research focuses on risk management, crisis response, and organizational resilience, with 112+ publications spanning three decades. Key areas include evacuation strategies, crisis team performance, emergency planning limitations, and organizational vulnerability. He advises governments (e.g., UK Department of Health, Lesotho), corporations, and regulatory bodies, and has led projects on healthcare safety and terrorism preparedness. Publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to risk, such as using comics in education and analyzing post-EU expansion crises. Awards recognize his contributions to public health policy, emergency planning, and security practices. He chairs HARM Consulting and serves on boards of NHS trusts and sports organizations.

Tolga U. Esmerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ottoman History
• Middle Eastern History
• Balkan History
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

Tolga U. Esmer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Historical Studies at Central European University (CEU), where he has been teaching since 2009. He is affiliated with the Doctoral School of History and the Center for Eastern Mediterranean Studies. Prior to joining CEU, he taught Islamic and Ottoman history at Northwestern University and Pennsylvania State University in the United States. MA, University of Washington, Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations (2000) Ph.D., University of Chicago, Department of History (2009) His research and teaching focus on Ottoman, Middle Eastern, Balkan, and Mediterranean history, with thematic interests in comparative empire, the history of everyday life, gender and masculinity, crime, corruption, governance, violence, state-building, social rebellion, Muslim-Christian relations, and the history of emotions. He approaches these themes through an anthropological and interdisciplinary lens, emphasizing socio-cultural dynamics in imperial contexts. The 15 most recent articles in his body of work reflect a consistent engagement with the intersections of violence, sovereignty, and social order in the late Ottoman Empire. His publications span journals such as Past & Present and Comparative Studies in Society and History , covering subfields like banditry, emotional communities, borderlands, property practices, and trans-imperial knowledge networks. A central theme across these works is the re-examination of informal power structures and their role in shaping state-society relations during periods of transformation. He is currently completing a major monograph titled Economies of Violence: Tales of Banditry, Corruption, and Sovereignty in the Late Ottoman Empire (1790s–1820s) , which re-conceptualizes banditry as a politicized phenomenon reflecting broader societal tensions and negotiations of power. Flora Ghazaryan – Confessional Relations in 19th-century Ottoman Constantinople Ahmet Bilaloglu – Trans-Imperial Knowledge Networks (co-supervised) Eda Guclu – Social Practices of Property in Istanbul Scott Michael Rank – Christian-Muslim Polemics in the Ottoman Print Sphere Dr. Esmer has participated in academic events such as 'Emotions and Religious Sentiments across Central and Eastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean' (2018) and 'Dangerous Gifts & Pernicious Transactions' (2017), reflecting his interdisciplinary reach. While no scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his publication record and supervisory roles indicate an active and influential scholarly profile.

• Political Science
• Security Studies
• Maritime Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marek Ilnicki is a Lecturer at the University of Gdańsk , affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and specifically the Department of Strategic and Security Studies . His academic focus lies at the intersection of political science, security studies, and maritime law. Fields of Interest : Political Science, Security Studies, Maritime Law, Counterterrorism, International Relations, and Crisis Management. Research Trends in his publications emphasize legal frameworks for state security, maritime governance, terrorism prevention, and international cooperation. His work often addresses Poland's strategic challenges in maritime environments and border security. Contact Information : Email: marca.ilnicki@ug.edu.pl Phone: +48 58 523 41 81

• Software Evolution
• Software Libraries
• APIs
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas Degueule is a CNRS researcher in the Software Engineering group at LaBRI (Bordeaux, France). His research focuses on software evolution , modularity , and comprehension , with a particular emphasis on software libraries , APIs , software ecosystems , and domain-specific languages (DSLs) . Prior to his current role, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher at CWI (Amsterdam) and earned his PhD at IRISA (Rennes, France). Research Themes : Software evolution, API analysis, dependency management, empirical software engineering, DSL engineering Projects : ANR JCJC ALIEN (PI), H2020 CROSSMINER (WP leader), ALE (associate member), LEOC Clarity (member), ANR INS GEMOC (member), ITEA2 MERgE (member) Software Tools : Roseau, Maracas, BreakBot, Melange, Eclipse GEMOC Studio, K3, Alex, Scava His recent publications highlight trends in API breaking changes , dependency evolution , DSL interoperability , and automated software analysis (see articles list for details). He also contributes to software education through tools like MOON and Immediate Feedback for Jupyter Notebooks. Thomas has supervised PhD students including Gustave Monce (University of Bordeaux), Lina Ochoa (now assistant professor at Eindhoven University), Corentin Latappy (post-doc at University of Bordeaux), and Christophe Casseau (lecturer at University of Bordeaux). He actively participates in academic service, serving on program committees for conferences such as ICSE , ASE , ICSME , ISSTA , and SLE , and organizing workshops like SLEBoK and MLE 2021 .

Laura Fumagalliمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanotechnology
• Biophysics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Laura Fumagalli is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Condensed Matter Physics at the University of Manchester's Department of Physics & Astronomy and a staff researcher at the National Graphene Institute. She holds a M.Sc. in Electronic Engineering (2002) from the Polytechnic University of Milan and École Supérieure d'Electricité, and a PhD in Physics (2006) from the Polytechnic University of Milan. Her research focuses on dielectric properties of nanoscale systems, including confined water, biomolecules, 2D materials, and the development of scanning dielectric microscopy (SDM). Key achievements include an ERC Consolidator Grant (2018) for the Liquid2DM project and a Royal Microscopical Society Medal (2021). Current research positions include leadership in the ERC-funded Liquid2DM project and supervision of postdoctoral researchers like Dr. Simone Benaglia. Ongoing funding includes the UKRI-MSCA fellowship (2023-2024) and Royal Society instrumentation grants. Past positions include lecturer roles at the University of Barcelona, where she earned prestigious fellowships (Juan de la Cierva, 2009; Ramon y Cajal, 2014). Teaching responsibilities include leading the Frontiers of Solid-State Physics course and tutoring foundational physics modules. Her lab (Schuster Building Lab 1.09 and NGI) hosts a dynamic team of PhD students and postdocs investigating confined liquids, biomolecules, and 2D heterostructures. Notable students include M. Souilamas (2020-2024) and H. Read (2019-2023), whose theses focused on confined water and biological surfaces. Publications span topics like interfacial water dynamics, lipid membrane structures, and ferroelectricity in 2D materials. Her work bridges materials science and biophysics, addressing fundamental questions in nanoscale dielectric behavior with applications in both fields.

Alex Cresswellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Organic Chemistry
• Catalysis
• C-H Bond Functionalization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alex Cresswell is a Reader in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Bath, where he leads research in synthetic organic chemistry. His work focuses on catalysis (metal and metal-free), C–H bond functionalization, and the use of reactive intermediates for sustainable synthesis. He is affiliated with the Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change and collaborates on projects like the Sustainable Chemicals and Materials Manufacturing Hub. M.Chem, University of Oxford (2008) D.Phil., University of Oxford (2012) Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2012–2014) Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Edinburgh (2014–2016) His research interests center on developing new synthetic methods for organic chemistry, with an emphasis on photocatalysis, radical chemistry, and sustainable approaches. Key themes include photoredox-hydrogen atom transfer (HAT), gold-catalyzed C–H arylation, and iron-mediated cross-coupling reactions. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals like responsible consumption and climate action. Recent publications highlight advancements in photoredox-HAT catalysis, automated synthesis of spirocycles, and mechanistic studies using transient absorption spectroscopy. Collaborative projects involve optimizing radical C–C bond formation and exploring paired electrosynthesis for green chemistry. Scientific Awards Royal Society University Research Fellowship (2016) As an advisor, Alex has mentored doctoral students including Hannah Askey, Jacob Turner-Dore, Alison Ryder, and Anna Kinsella, with a focus on training the next generation of chemists in sustainable methodologies. His group also collaborates with institutions like the University of Illinois, University of Edinburgh, and the Royal Society.

Gunnar Ludererمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Transition Systems
• Climate Change Mitigation
• Integrated Assessment Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Gunnar Luderer leads the Energy Transition Lab at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and serves as Deputy Head of Research Department 3 - Transformation Pathways. He is also Professor of Global Energy Systems Analysis at the Technical University of Berlin and Deputy Project Leader of the BMBF-funded Kopernikus-Projekt Ariadne. University of Heidelberg (Physics, Economics, Atmospheric Sciences) Oregon State University (Physics, Economics, Atmospheric Sciences) PhD at Max Planck Institute for Chemistry in Mainz His research focuses on energy system transformations , climate change mitigation pathways , and economic modeling using the REMIND model. Recent work explores hydrogen futures , bioenergy sustainability , and policy interactions across sectors. Selected article trends reveal expertise in multi-model intercomparisons , sectoral decarbonization , and techno-economic analysis of energy transitions across EU, China, and global contexts. World's Most Highly Cited Researcher (Web of Science Group, 2019-2024) Lead Author, UNEP Emissions Gap Reports (2013, 2018) Contributing author to multiple IPCC reports Lead Author, IPCC Special Report on Climate Change and Cities (2025) Luderer teaches Energy and Climate Change at TU Berlin, covering climate physics, energy technologies, and policy frameworks. His team's research appears in Nature Energy , Nature Communications , and other high-impact journals.

Tessa Laingمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Land politics
• Land tenure history
• Public authority
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tessa Laing is a Visiting Fellow at the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa and serves as Peace & Justice Coordinator for the Anglican Diocese of Northern Uganda, where she leads community-driven initiatives for social and environmental change in northern Uganda since 2013, including campaigns against land evictions and for alcohol legislation enforcement. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Development Studies, University of Cambridge MA in Anthropology, University of Canterbury BA with Honours in Political Science, University of Canterbury Her research examines land politics, tenure history, and peasant political action in Africa, analyzing how public authority, identity, territory, and property rights shape land struggles while exploring intersections between peace-building and resistance to land expropriation. Regional expertise focuses on Northern Uganda and East Africa, with fluency in Acholi and English. Recent publications analyze peasant resistance strategies in northern Uganda, emphasizing third-party leverage tactics and counter-hegemonic reconstruction of social structures amid state-driven land conflicts. No scientific awards are specified in available sources. Information regarding academic advising or research grants is not provided in the source material. She directs a team at the Anglican Diocese developing community-led peace processes to resolve large-scale land conflicts in northern Uganda.

Eckart Woertzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary History of Iraq
• Political Economy of the Middle East
• Energy and Food Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Eckart Woertz is Director of the GIGA Institute for Middle East Studies and Professor of Contemporary History and Politics of the Middle East at the University of Hamburg. He holds leadership roles at the German Institute for Global and Area Studies (GIGA), a Leibniz Institute, and serves on editorial boards of journals like the Middle East Journal and Food Security . His research focuses on Iraq’s contemporary history, Middle East political economy, energy security, and Euro-Mediterranean relations. Woertz has held senior positions at institutions such as CIDOB in Barcelona and Princeton University, and advised on Gulf economic studies. His academic work addresses pressing regional issues like economic diversification in the Gulf, post-invasion Iraq analysis, and climate change impacts. Education: Political Science, Islamic Studies, and Economics from Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (1990–1995) with DAAD and DFG scholarships. Doctorate in 1999. Professional experience includes banking (2000–2006) and roles at the Gulf Research Center in Dubai (2006–2010). Research interests span geopolitical shifts, food security, and energy transitions. Key projects include the WONAGO initiative on global South narratives and the SAGE program on sustainable resource management. Media contributions include analyses on the Gaza conflict and Iran’s nuclear program. Teaching includes courses at Princeton and Hamburg Universities on Middle Eastern history and politics.

Peter Eckersleyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Policy
• Climate Change Governance
• Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Peter Eckersley is an Associate Professor in Public Policy and Management at Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University. His research focuses on central-local government relations, public policy, climate change governance, and public accountability. He chairs a support network for early career researchers and serves as Managing Editor of Local Government Studies . PhD in Political Science, Newcastle University MA in European Union Studies (Pass with Distinction), Newcastle University BA in Government and EU Studies (First Class), Newcastle University Peter's research examines how local governments address 'wicked' issues like climate change through collaborative strategies. He analyzes governance models in German and English municipalities, emphasizing policy diffusion and multilevel dynamics. Published over 30 peer-reviewed articles in journals like npj Urban Sustainability , Environmental Politics , and Regional Studies Authored/co-authored books including Power and Capacity in Urban Climate Governance and Rebuilding the Fire and Rescue Services Key themes: climate policy, urban resilience, public procurement, and governance reforms Scientific awards include funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), and Political Studies Association (PSA). He supervises PhD students, including Katarzyna Lakoma, and collaborates with scholars across Europe. His work bridges academic research with policy impact, featuring in media outlets like BBC, LBC, and The Conversation .

• Homelessness
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment
• Mental Health and Illness
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sarah B. Hunter is a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy, Director of the RAND Center on Housing and Homelessness, and a Senior Behavioral and Social Scientist at the RAND Corporation. Her work focuses on vulnerable populations, implementation science, and evidence-based program delivery. She holds a PhD and MA from UC Santa Barbara and a BA from NYU. Education: PhD and MA in Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara BA in Psychology, New York University Research Interests: Sarah’s research addresses homelessness, substance use disorders, mental health, and healthcare integration. She emphasizes continuous quality improvement (CQI) and policy evaluation, particularly in community settings. Her work often intersects with federal initiatives, such as improving veteran homelessness programs and scaling evidence-based practices. Recent Articles: Her 2025 studies include analyses of Los Angeles’ unsheltered populations, opioid treatment implementation in mental health centers, and federal funding strategies for scaling health interventions. Earlier work includes evaluations of housing programs and substance use treatment sustainment. Awards & Service: Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science (APS) Editorial Board Member, Journal of Substance Use and Addiction Treatment Member of the Veteran and Community Oversight and Engagement Board (VA campus development) Core Faculty, Implementation Research Institute (Washington University) Grants & Labs: Sarah collaborates with NIH grant panels and has advised projects such as the Housing for Health program. Her work is supported by federal and state grants focused on healthcare and social service system improvements.

• Philosophy of Religion
• Liturgy
• History of Philosophy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

István Zalatnay is an Associate Professor in the Department of Liberal Arts at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Gáspár Károli Reformed University. His academic work bridges philosophy and theology, with a strong focus on liturgical studies, the philosophy of religion, and the history of philosophy. His educational background includes a PhD in Philosophical Sciences from Eötvös Loránd University (2004), an MA in Philosophy from the same institution (1995), and training as a Reformed pastor (1985). He previously served as an Associate Professor and Vice-Rector at Pápai Reformed Theological Academy. His research interests are extensive, encompassing logic, epistemology, systematic theology, and international relations with a focus on minority policy. His scholarship is deeply rooted in phenomenological analysis, particularly of liturgical texts and religious experience. His recent publications, spanning from 2011 to 2023, demonstrate a consistent focus on Hungarian Reformed theology, liturgical practice, and the interplay between philosophy and religion. Key themes include the future of the church, sacred time and space, the interpretation of historical and theological texts (such as the Heidelberg Catechism), and the legacy of Hungarian philosophical and theological figures. He has supervised doctoral students, including Ágnes Fekete on the topic of liturgy and time. His international experience includes a research fellowship at the North Atlantic Assembly in 1992. He is fluent in English, German, and French, with reading proficiency in Italian. His primary point of contact is via email at zalatnay.istvan@kre.hu.