جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ömer Turanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Political Sociology
• Social Movements
• International Relations
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Ömer Turan is an Associate Professor in the International Relations Department at Istanbul Bilgi University. His research focuses on political sociology, social movements, and historical analysis, particularly examining contentious politics in Turkey through events like the Gezi Park protests and Kurdish integration challenges. His work bridges historical contexts with contemporary societal issues, exploring themes of militarism, collective action, and national identity formation. Turan's publications employ interdisciplinary approaches, combining sociological theory with empirical case studies across Turkish and Middle Eastern contexts. His research interests encompass the intersection of sports culture with political activism, historical narratives of conflict, and state-society relations. Recent studies investigate football fandom as a site of resistance, Ottoman-era missionary activities, and legal reforms in modern Turkey. Turan's scholarship consistently addresses power dynamics, memory politics, and transformation in post-Ottoman societies. Analysis of Turan's recent publications reveals dominant themes: sociopolitical mobilization through non-traditional avenues (e.g., sports), re-examination of historical narratives (especially regarding minority issues), and critical analysis of state institutions. Methodologically, his work emphasizes qualitative approaches including discourse analysis, historical comparison, and case study examination.

• International Relations
• Middle East Politics
• Civil Wars
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Francesco Belcastro is a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the College of Arts, Humanities and Education. His research focuses on Middle East politics, civil wars, sectarianism, proxy conflicts, and the interplay between sport and international diplomacy. Belcastro's work examines regional alliances, great power rivalries, and the geopolitical dimensions of conflicts such as the Syrian civil war and Palestinian-Israeli disputes. His research interests include analyzing how tribal structures influence modern conflicts, the role of international sport organizations in political normalization efforts, and historical foreign policy dynamics between regional powers like Syria and Saudi Arabia. Key themes in his scholarship are transnational conflict dynamics, state alliances, and the transformation of domestic conflicts into regional crises. Recent publications explore sectarianism's role in MENA civil wars, proxy war mechanisms in the Middle East, and the strategic use of sport as a diplomatic tool. His work on Syria's foreign policy strategies and Saudi-Syrian diplomatic history underscores his expertise in tracing long-term geopolitical patterns. Despite prolific research output, no formal academic awards are noted in the provided materials. No specific advising or grant information is available, though his publications suggest engagement with conflict studies networks. His research contributes to understanding how local conflicts escalate into regional struggles, with implications for contemporary Middle East security studies.

Xavier Aldana Reyesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gothic Studies
• Horror Film and Fiction
• Corporeal Representation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Xavier Aldana Reyes is a Reader in English Literature and Film at Manchester Metropolitan University, leading the Manchester Centre for Gothic Studies and serving as co-president of the International Gothic Association. His work spans modern and contemporary Gothic literature and cinema, focusing on corporeal representation, affect theory, transnational genres, and trauma mediation. With five monographs and numerous edited collections, his research has been featured in academic journals and media outlets worldwide. He holds a PhD from Lancaster University and has held roles as Impact Coordinator and Academic Coordinator. His teaching includes MA modules on Twentieth-Century Gothic and Post-Millennial Gothic, alongside undergraduate courses on film theory and world cinema. Reyes has supervised dozens of PhD students and examined over 20 international theses. His research impact includes contributions to the Research Excellence Framework 2021 and collaborations with institutions like the BFI and BBC. Notable awards include the British Academy Small Grant and AHRC New Generation Thinkers shortlist. Beyond academia, he edits the Horror Studies book series and contributes to film commentaries for distributors like Arrow Video and Severin Films. Key research interests include body horror, digital Gothic, and the intersection of horror with queer studies. His recent projects explore metamorphic corporeality and the cultural role of Gothic in mediating trauma. He frequently lectures globally and appears in media discussions on horror and Gothic culture.

Oybek Madiyevمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• International Relations
• Critical International Political Economy
• Comparative Political Economy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Oybek Madiyev is a Lecturer in Comparative Politics at the University of Kent's School of Politics and International Relations. He holds a PhD in International Relations from the University of Kent (2014), an MPhil in Politics from the University of Sheffield, and an LLM in Comparative Studies of Politics and Administration in Asia from Kyushu University, Japan. His research focuses on comparative political economy, political history, and international relations, particularly examining Uzbekistan's foreign policy post-Soviet collapse and the influence of major powers in Eurasia. Teaching Responsibilities include modules such as Post-Communist Russia, Europe and the World, East European Politics, and The European Union in the World. He actively contributes to academic networks, serving as a key organizer of the London Central Asia Research Network. Research Interests span International Relations, Critical International Political Economy, and translational relations, with a focus on energy policy, FDI strategies of global powers (China, Russia, US, Japan, EU), and geopolitical dynamics in Eurasia. His published book analyzes Uzbekistan’s foreign policy evolution under centralized state authority. No specific awards/grants are listed, though his work demonstrates sustained engagement with post-Soviet and Eurasian political economies.

Inthuorn Sasanakulمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Dynamics
• Natural Hazards Mitigation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Inthuorn Sasanakul is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing, University of South Carolina. Her expertise lies in geotechnical centrifuge modeling, focusing on soil dynamics, natural hazard mitigation, and soil-structure interaction. She holds a Ph.D. from Utah State University (2005), an M.S. from Asian Institute of Technology (2000), and a B.S. from Thammasat University (1998). Research Interests: Centrifuge modeling of mine tailings, levees, and soil-structure systems Earthquake engineering and soil behavior under seismic loading Contaminant migration through soil cement barriers Soil characterization using advanced testing techniques (e.g., resonant column, bender element) Awards: ASTM Hogentogler Award (2012) Commander’s Award of Public Service (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) Advising/Grants: While no specific students are listed, her research group emphasizes collaborative work with multidisciplinary approaches. Her work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and post-Katrina recovery efforts highlights impactful applied research. Labs/Teams: Leads the Sasanakul Research Group , specializing in centrifuge facility applications for natural hazard analysis and geotechnical testing.

• Military History
• Asian History
• Warfare in Southeast Asia
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Michael W. Charney is a leading military historian specializing in Asian history at SOAS University of London. He holds a joint appointment with the Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy and previously spent 18 years in the Department of History (now part of the School of History, Religions and Philosophies). Education: BA (University of Michigan-Flint), MA (University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Ohio), PhD (University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 1999) Key Affiliations: SOAS University of London (2001–present), National University of Singapore, University of Tokyo Research Focus includes military logistics, warfare in modern/contemporary Asia, historical culture of war in Southeast Asia/West Africa, and ethnic/religious dynamics in Myanmar/Bay of Bengal. His 2019–2025 publications analyze the Rohingya crisis , Anglo-Burmese Wars , and military technology diffusion . Recent Trends in his work highlight colonial legacies in modern conflicts, decolonizing historiography, and transnational ethnic identities. Articles span topics like World War II logistics , premodern siege technologies , and postcolonial state formation . PhD Supervision includes Sayed Yaqoob Emad ( Afghanistan's Islamic Charities ) and Tassapa Umavijani ( Siamese Military Transformation ).

Gisela Walbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Aegean Bronze Age archaeology
• Methodology
• Chronology

Gisela Walberg is the Marion Rawson Professor of Aegean Prehistory at the Department of Classics, University of Cincinnati. She previously taught for two years at the Department of Archaeology and Ancient History at the University of Uppsala. Her fieldwork includes excavations in Sweden, Crete, Cyprus, and surveys in Greece and Italy, with ongoing excavation direction at Midea in the Argolid since 1985. Her research focuses on Aegean Bronze Age archaeology, emphasizing methodology and chronology. She has published 9 books, monographs, and 67 articles, with a forthcoming publication on the 1994–1997 Midea excavations. Walberg has received grants and fellowships from the Swedish Institutes in Athens and Rome, the German State, the Alexander von Humboldt-Stiftung, National Geographic, and the Institute for Aegean Prehistory. She co-produced an interdisciplinary educational project with the University of Cincinnati’s Senior Graphic Design Class and the Center for the Electronic Reconstruction of Historical and Archaeological Sites, resulting in an interactive CD-ROM on Midea that earned the Chris Award. Walberg teaches undergraduate courses on ancient Egyptian art and archaeology and graduate-level classes on Bronze Age Crete, Cyprus, and the Greek mainland, including recent seminars on the Late Bronze Age collapse and Mycenaean society.

Neil DeVottaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• South Asian Politics
• Ethnicity and Nationalism
• Ethnic Conflict Resolution
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Neil DeVotta is a Professor of Politics and International Affairs at Wake Forest University (Kirby Hall 318). His research focuses on South Asian security, ethnicity, nationalism, ethnic conflict resolution, and democratic transitions. He holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin, an MA and BA from Brigham Young University. His publications analyze nationalist ideologies, communal violence, and democratization challenges in South Asia, particularly Sri Lanka. Recent work explores ethnocracy, economic crises, and religious intolerance in post-war contexts. No awards, students, or grants are mentioned in the provided text.

• Structural Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Bridge Testing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

James Swanson is an academic researcher specializing in structural engineering and civil infrastructure. He has led numerous industry and government-funded research projects focusing on bridge testing, materials analysis, and structural health monitoring. His work involves collaboration with institutions like the Ohio Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration. Key areas include bolted connections, steel structures, and finite element modeling. Swanson has published extensively on topics such as composite beams, seismic design coefficients, and fatigue resistance of bridge components. His research emphasizes practical applications for improving infrastructure safety and longevity. Principal Investigator (PI) on grants involving structural testing of bridges, bolts, and steel components Collaborator on federal/state projects analyzing bridge load ratings and retrofit procedures Focus areas: Steel connections, finite element analysis, and transportation infrastructure Swanson’s recent work explores high-definition modeling of composite beams and the reliability of bolted joints under eccentric loads. His contributions bridge theoretical analysis with real-world infrastructure challenges.

• Cultural Memory
• Post-Yugoslav Studies
• Nationalism and Identity Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Taylor Andrew McConnell is a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Film, Theatre, Media and Cultural Studies, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. He serves as MA program advisor and Erasmus+ coordinator. His research focuses on cultural memory, violence and power dynamics, monuments, and identity formations in post-Yugoslav contexts. He teaches courses on cultural anthropology, regional studies, and professional practices in academia. Education: PhD in Sociology (University of Edinburgh, 2020) with a thesis on memory dynamics in Croatia's post-independence era. MA and prior degrees not explicitly listed. Research projects include an interactive Croatian monuments map (2016–2019) and analyses of memory politics in Croatia's European integration. Office located at Philosophicum II, Room 02.310. His work critically examines how state policies and civil society narratives shape collective memory, particularly regarding unresolved conflicts and national identity constructions in post-Yugoslav spaces. Current projects explore mnemonic landscapes and the tension between local memory practices and European integration imperatives.

Kyle Wilsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Quantitative Fisheries Science
• Ecological Resilience
• Marine Conservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kyle Wilson is an Assistant Professor in Quantitative Fisheries Science at Simon Fraser University's School of Resource and Environmental Management. His research focuses on understanding risk and resilience in fisheries through integrative field and quantitative methods, emphasizing collaboration with Indigenous partners and government agencies. He serves on COSEWIC's Marine Fishes Subcommittee and previously worked with the Central Coast Indigenous Resource Alliance. Key research areas include salmon fisheries, spatial metapopulation dynamics, and reconciliation-inclusive management frameworks. Education: BSc (Biology, San Diego State), MSc (Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences, University of Florida), PhD (Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, University of Calgary). Affiliations: Fisheries Management Lab at SFU, COSEWIC Marine Fishes Subcommittee. Research Interests: Quantitative ecology, fisheries policy, Indigenous knowledge integration, and ecosystem-based management. His recent work emphasizes spatial structure in metapopulation recovery, cumulative effects modeling for conservation prioritization, and stressor-response frameworks for context-dependent ecological responses. Awards include Banting Fellowship, Vanier Scholarship, and Killam Scholarship. Collaborates on projects such as the Central Coast salmon collapse analysis and coral-sponge biodiversity mapping for marine protected areas. Active in advancing equitable fisheries governance and Indigenous sovereignty frameworks.

Mathias Scheurerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Many-Body Systems
• Superconductivity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mathias Scheurer is a Professor of Physics at the Institute for Theoretical Physics III , University of Stuttgart (Faculty 08). His research focuses on theoretical condensed matter physics, particularly quantum many-body systems, unconventional superconductivity, topological phases, and quantum spin liquids. He leads the Scheurer Group, which explores these areas using analytical methods, numerical simulations, and machine learning. Research Interests: The group investigates emergent phenomena in interacting systems, including superconductivity beyond the BCS paradigm, quantum spin liquids, and topological materials. They also apply machine learning to analyze experimental data and predict material properties. Key topics include moiré superlattices, twisted bilayer graphene, and the interplay between topology, disorder, and interactions. Funding & Awards: The group is supported by an ERC Starting Grant from the European Union for research on correlated many-body physics in superlattices. Their work has been published in top journals like Nature Physics , Physical Review X , and Nature Communications . Students & Collaborations: The team includes PhD and MSc students working on topics like neural network applications in quantum states, superconductivity in graphene systems, and topological order. Scheurer collaborates with experimental groups to bridge theory and application, particularly in quantum technologies.

• Political Economy
• Chinese Economy
• World System Analysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Minqi Li is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Utah since 2006, with prior appointments as Visiting Assistant Professor at Franklin and Marshall College (2002) and Assistant/Associate Professor at York University (2003-2006). He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (2002). Political Economy Chinese Economy World System Analysis Climate Change Investment Profitability Global Financial Imbalances His research connects long-term cyclical movements and secular trends in global capitalism, focusing on investment profitability, China-US financial imbalances, and energy/environmental limits. Recent work explores degrowth, secular stagnation, and structural crises. His publications since 2010 include analyses of China's economic trajectory, labor-value theory, and capitalist world-system contradictions. He advocates for state-led investment and socialist transitions to address stagnation. Selected awards: Superior Research Award, University of Utah (2010) Merits Research Award, York University (2006) Superior Teaching Award, UMass Amherst (2002) Wall Street Journal Student Achievement Award (1996) Teaching includes PhD-level political economy, History of Economic Doctrines, China & Global Economy, and Money & Banking courses.

Anthonia Kaluمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• African Literatures
• African American Literature
• African Gender Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anthonia Kalu is a Professor in Comparative Literature & Foreign Languages and Gender & Sexuality Studies at the University of California-Riverside. She previously held roles at Ohio State University, University of Northern Colorado, and served as a Carnegie African Diaspora Fellow at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. Her research focuses on African literatures, African American literature, gender studies, and globalization. Key works include Women, Literature and Development in Africa (2001), Broken Lives and Other Stories (2003), and the Rienner Anthology of African Literature (2007), which earned a ForeWord Magazine award. Her scholarly contributions span over three decades, including leadership roles as President of the African Literature Association (ALA) and President of the Women’s Caucus of the African Literature Association (WOCALA). Awards include a Ford Foundation postdoctoral fellowship and Rockefeller Foundation support. She has presented globally on topics like African women’s literature, Igbo cultural theory, and postcolonial identity. Kalu’s teaching spans undergraduate and graduate levels, emphasizing multicultural education and African diaspora studies. She has designed curricula for departments in Nigeria and the U.S., including founding the BA in Black Studies with a Multicultural Education emphasis at the University of Northern Colorado. Her current projects include an anthology Women in Contemporary African Literature and a book on language, womanhood, and social transformation. Awards: Ford Foundation Fellowship (1991), Rockefeller Fellowship (1992), NEH Fellowship (1993) Leadership: ALA President (2013-2014), ALA Board Member, ASA Board Member Key Themes: Feminist literary theory, Igbo cosmology, African development, oral tradition

Jeremiah Murphyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Astrophysics
• Core-Collapse Supernovae
• Massive Stars
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jeremiah Murphy serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Florida State University, maintaining his office in 606 Keen Building with contact email jwmurphy@fsu.edu. His research mission centers on understanding core-collapse supernovae (CCSNe) and black hole formation mechanisms while fostering inclusive scientific environments. Murphy leads a dynamic research group employing dual theoretical and observational approaches to determine why some massive stars explode as supernovae while others collapse directly into black holes. This work connects to neutron stars, nucleosynthesis, gravitational waves, and neutrino physics. The group utilizes order-of-magnitude estimates, analytical models, and computational frameworks like BETHE-hydro for theoretical work, while observational studies leverage Bayesian inference applied to Hubble Space Telescope and Gaia data, with future James Webb Space Telescope campaigns planned. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2022–2025) reveals a dominant focus on the “Force Explosion Condition” framework for predicting stellar explodability, complemented by progenitor mass studies in galaxies like M31, M33, and NGC 6946. His output spans theoretical astrophysics, computational methods, and observational astronomy with significant emphasis on neutrino-driven convection and multidimensional effects in supernova simulations. Funding for Murphy’s research has been secured through competitive grants from the National Science Foundation, Research Corporations for Science Advancement, Space Telescope Science Institute, and Los Alamos National Laboratory. His group actively develops open scientific tools including the Phoebus framework for relativistic astrophysics simulations and stellar age inference codes, contributing to both methodology advancement and observational data analysis in the field. Murphy maintains active observational programs with space-based telescopes and computational projects advancing supernova theory, while his commitment to inclusive research environments is reflected in educational outreach publications focused on increasing diversity in astronomy at all academic levels.