Geoffrey Goodwin is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on decision processes, social and cultural psychology, particularly in social cognition, moral psychology, and reasoning. He teaches courses such as PSYC 170 (Social Psychology) and PSYC 470 (Seminar in Social Psychology). His work examines moral objectivism, retributive psychology, and the valuation of human lives, with a secondary interest in deductive reasoning and relational logic. Education: BA in Psychology from the University of Queensland; Ph.D. in Psychology from Princeton University. He is affiliated with Solomon Labs at 3720 Walnut St, Room D16. Research Interests: Moral judgment and objectivism Social cognition and belief attribution Retribution directed toward non-human entities Generational obligations and environmental ethics Conditional reasoning and probabilistic logic Recent work emphasizes asymmetries in moral judgments (e.g., soldiers in war contexts) and lay intuitions about belief controllability. He has advised Ryan Wheat in the Psychology graduate program. Notably, he will not accept new graduate students for Fall 2025. Labs: Solomon Labs (UPenn)
Karin Amos is a Professor of General Pedagogy at the Institute of Educational Science within the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences at the University of Tübingen . Since 2013, she has served as Vice Rector for Studies and Teaching , focusing on educational governance, international comparative education, and intercultural pedagogy. Education: Habilitation in Education (Goethe University Frankfurt, 2002); PhD in Philosophy (Catholic University of Eichstätt, 1992) Her research examines the social and political conditioning of education since the 19th century, emphasizing globalization , Europeanization , and transnationalization . Key themes include the interplay of educational policy, institutional frameworks, and subjectivation processes, with a focus on inclusion/exclusion patterns and diversity discourses . Recent publications analyze educational governance , digitization in education , and policy translation mechanisms in European contexts. She leads the research consortium GOETE (Governance of Educational Trajectories in Europe), studying access and relevance of education for youth (10–16 years) in diverse systems. Amos has contributed to debates on educational standardization , governance techniques , and social justice in schooling. She co-edits the journal Erziehungswissenschaftliche Revue and serves on advisory boards for European Education and Forum for International Research in Education .
Hazal Budak-Kim is a Researcher at the Department of Gender & Diversity Studies , Institute of Social Sciences, Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel , Germany. Her work focuses on: Migrant self-positioning in sports Urban refuge spaces Gender-body relations Qualitative methodologies Research contributions include: Co-editor of Transformation Processes in the City as a Place of Refuge (2022, Springer VS) Key publications on anti-Muslim knowledge production in sports Intersectional analysis of structural discrimination (EMMD project) She has organized workshops like the European Forum on Integration (2019) and teaches courses on urban sociology and qualitative methods. Current projects include the KUSS instrument for migration-sensitive oncology care and EMMD (Federal Anti-Discrimination Agency funded).
Associate Professor TAN Seow Hon is a legal philosopher affiliated with the Yong Pung How School of Law at Singapore Management University (SMU), where he has held his current position since January 2010. He previously served as Associate Dean (Student, Alumni & Staff Affairs) and Associate Dean (Research) at SMU. With a strong academic background, including an SJD from Harvard Law School (2004), he specializes in jurisprudence, legal theory, and legal education. His research explores conceptual debates in law, bioethics, constitutional law, and moral philosophy. He has received numerous teaching awards, including the SMU Excellent Teacher Award and the SMU Innovative Teacher Award, reflecting his dedication to pedagogy. His work often bridges legal theory with practical issues like surrogacy, euthanasia, and abortion law. He has conducted empirical studies on legal education and internships, contributing to understanding lawyer development. Education: SJD, Harvard Law School, 2004 LLM, Harvard Law School, 1999 LLB (First Class Honours), National University of Singapore, 1997 Research Interests: TAN’s research focuses on jurisprudence, legal theory, legal education, bioethics (surrogacy, euthanasia), constitutional law, and natural law theory. He examines topics such as the legitimacy of law, moral subjectivism, and the role of religion in lawmaking. His work often intersects with public policy and ethical dilemmas in legal frameworks. Publications: His articles address timely issues like the legal implications of surrogacy, euthanasia, and unjust laws. Notable works include Justice As Friendship: A Theory of Law (2016) and Radbruch’s Formula Revisited (2021). His writing spans academic journals, op-eds, and empirical studies on legal education. Awards: SMU School of Law Teaching Award (multiple years) SMU Most Outstanding Teacher Award (2017-2018, 2014-2015) NUS Annual Teaching Excellence Awards (2005-2009) SMU Student Life Award Grants & Research: He has led studies funded by the Ministry of Education, including projects on law firm internships and the impact of legal education on students’ professional identity. His work emphasizes empirical approaches to understanding legal practice and ethics. Labs/Teams: While no specific labs are mentioned, his research involves collaborations on legal education and bioethics, often involving empirical methodologies and interdisciplinary teams.
Hugues Bersini is a Professor at Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) and Co-Director of the IRIDIA laboratory, the Artificial Intelligence research laboratory of ULB. His academic career spans over three decades, with significant contributions to the fields of artificial intelligence, complex systems, and biological networks. Bersini earned his MS degree in 1983 and his Ph.D. in engineering in 1989, both from Université Libre de Bruxelles. After working as a researcher with an EEC grant from the JRC-CEE in Ispra (1984-1987), he joined the IRIDIA laboratory at ULB, where he has remained throughout his career, eventually becoming a full professor. His research spans a diverse range of topics within artificial intelligence and complex systems. Bersini is particularly known for his work on modeling and control of complex systems, neural networks, fuzzy control, data mining, autonomous agents, and biological networks. He pioneered the exploitation of biological metaphors, especially from the immune system, for engineering and cognitive sciences applications. His research has evolved to include computational chemistry, immune engineering, cognitive sciences, bioinformatics, and object-oriented technology. In recent years, he has focused on business intelligence applications and public goods through the Brussels Institute FARI. Throughout his career, Bersini has published approximately 300 papers, demonstrating consistent productivity and evolving research interests. His early work focused on optimization algorithms and immune-inspired computing, which gradually expanded to include fuzzy and neuro control systems, biological networks, and more recently, applications to real-world problems through spin-off companies and the FARI institute. His publications show a clear trajectory from theoretical foundations to practical applications, with growing emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches that bridge computer science with biology, chemistry, and cognitive sciences. Bersini has been actively involved in the academic community, having co-organized major conferences including the Parallel Problem Solving from Nature (PPSN), European Conference on Artificial Life (ECAL), European Workshops on Reinforcement Learning (EWRL), and International Competitions on Evolutionary Optimization (ICEO). He also organized tributes to Francisco Varela and the International Conference on Artificial Immune Systems (ICARIS). As an educator, Bersini teaches artificial intelligence, object-oriented programming (C++, Java, .Net, Kotlin, UML, Django/Python), and design patterns to both university students at Solvay and Polytechnic Schools and for industry professionals. He has authored fourteen French books covering computer science fundamentals, complex systems, and the intersection of computer science with other fields. His books range from technical manuals to philosophical explorations of complex systems and emergence. Bersini has coordinated significant research projects including the FAMIMO LTR European Project on fuzzy control for multi-input multi-output processes and participated in ESPIRIT projects NEMORETS and METHODS. His work has led to practical applications through spin-off companies such as Cluepoints, Tevizz, and In Silico DB, and more recently through the Brussels Institute FARI which addresses public goods like mobility, epidemics, access to jobs and schools, and energy transition.
Madhura Joshi is a Lecturer in English Studies at Toulouse 1 Capitole University, affiliated with the Center for Anglophone Studies (CAS) and the Department of Languages and Civilizations. She holds a doctorate from Paul Valéry University Montpellier III and is actively engaged in research on Indian sociolinguistics, education policies, and cultural identity. Her research interests include sociolinguistics, language transmission and learning, Indian studies, education policies in India, marriage and family dynamics, religious and regional identity, Indian cinema, ecofeminism, and the didactics of French and English as foreign languages. She explores how language, power, and identity intersect in both educational and familial contexts, particularly within Indian society. Madhura Joshi's publications span journal articles, book chapters, and conference communications, with a strong focus on sociolinguistic analysis of Indian social practices, language teaching methodologies, and cultural representations. Her recent work investigates ecofeminism, health and colonization, and feedback mechanisms in language education, reflecting a growing interdisciplinary engagement with postcolonial and environmental themes. Very Honorable Mention with unanimous congratulations from the jury for Doctorate (2012) She has held significant academic responsibilities, including serving as President of the Society for Activities and Research on Indian Worlds (SARI) since 2020 and as Deputy Director of the Department of Languages and Cultures at Toulouse 1 Capitole (2021–2023). She also manages the multilingual scientific journal Miroirs . There is no mention of research grants, student advising, or laboratory affiliations in the provided texts.
Valérie Daoust is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the Faculty of Arts, University of Ottawa, where she has taught full time since 2007. Her academic work bridges continental and Anglo-American philosophical traditions, with a focus on political and social philosophy, feminist theory, and gender studies. Education: PhD in Philosophy, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 2003 DEA in Philosophy, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 1995 Master in Philosophy, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 1994 Licence in Philosophy, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 1993 B.A. in Political Science, Université de Montréal, 1992 Her research explores the normative construction of subjectivity, particularly the 'woman subject,' through the lenses of Simone de Beauvoir, Luce Irigaray, Judith Butler, and Michel Foucault. She investigates themes such as identity, freedom, power, truth, and ethical inclusion in liberal democracies, with special attention to gender, sexuality, biotechnology, and the regulation of marginalized communities. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates insights from psychoanalysis, critical theory, and social philosophy. The trends in her scholarly publications reflect a sustained engagement with the intersections of power, ethics, and identity. Her work spans feminist philosophy, poststructuralism, democratic theory, and the philosophical analysis of erotism and social regulation. She critically examines how identities are constructed, recognized, or excluded within contemporary political and cultural frameworks. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Valérie Daoust has contributed to academic mentoring and collaborative research, notably co-authoring a book with Patrice Corriveau on the social regulation of sexual minorities. While no formal list of advisees is provided, her publications and teaching suggest active engagement in supervising and guiding students in philosophy and gender studies. She has not received mention of specific grants, but her sustained research output indicates ongoing scholarly activity. She teaches courses such as Bioethics, Philosophy of Feminism and Gender, and Contemporary Political Philosophy, contributing significantly to the academic mission of her department. Labs and Research Teams: No specific labs or formal research teams are mentioned in the text. However, her interdisciplinary research suggests potential affiliations with gender studies networks, philosophy research groups, and critical theory collectives at the University of Ottawa and beyond.
Audric Vitiello serves as an Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Tours within the School of Law, Economics and Social Sciences and the Institute of Interdisciplinary Legal Research (IRJI). He holds the administrative position of Head of the dual degree in Law and Political Science, demonstrating institutional leadership alongside his research commitments. His academic profile bridges theoretical political philosophy with empirical analyses of contemporary political systems. His research centers on critical examinations of democratic theory, with emphasis on theories of democracy, analysis of political systems, prefigurative practices, political subjectivation, pluralism, conflicts, and secularism. He investigates the tensions between radical democratic ideals and institutional frameworks, exploring how emancipatory processes manifest through communalism, self-management, and polycentric governance. His work consistently engages with political and moral philosophy, the history of political ideas, and contemporary political sociology, particularly examining citizenship education and secularism in multicultural contexts. Vitiello's publication record since 2008 reveals a sustained focus on democratic innovation and emancipatory politics, with significant output in 2025 exploring polycentric democracy and prefigurative alternatives. His scholarship demonstrates methodological pluralism, combining theoretical political philosophy with empirical case studies on political subjectivation and institutional hybridity. Key thematic threads include the relationship between autonomy and institutionalization, the role of education in democratic citizenship, and secularism's evolution amid immigration debates. As an active researcher within the Institute of Interdisciplinary Legal Research (IRJI), UR 7496, he contributes to cross-disciplinary legal scholarship that integrates political theory perspectives into legal studies. His collaborative work, including the 2022 Mansbridge translation, highlights engagement with international democratic theory debates while maintaining focus on French and European political contexts.
Benn Van Den Ende is a Casual Teaching academic at The University of Western Australia working across humanities and social science departments. His research critically examines how algorithmic technologies shape subjectivity and social productivity, with expertise spanning political theory, philosophy of technology, and science and technology studies. He holds a PhD and maintains an active interdisciplinary research agenda bridging theoretical frameworks with contemporary technological challenges. He earned a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Political Theory from Murdoch University (2011-2015), completing his thesis "Life in Ones and Zeroes: Foucault, Biopolitics, and the Digitization of Life" which established his foundational engagement with digital subjectivity. Van Den Ende's research centers on algorithmic governmentality and the sociopolitical dimensions of technology , employing post-structuralist theories from Foucault, Deleuze, and Guattari to analyze how digital systems mediate identity formation. His work explores technology and 'the social' , historical philosophies of technology , and critical political theory , emphasizing how individuals and groups become productive through social technologies. Current projects investigate algorithmic impacts on subjectivation processes while future work prioritizes interdisciplinary collaborations in technology sociology. His publication trajectory (2016-2024) reveals consistent thematic evolution from terrorist network analysis toward nuanced examinations of digital reputation systems, video game disciplinary mechanisms, and cyborg technologies. This body of work demonstrates growing sophistication in connecting governmentality studies with emerging technological contexts, particularly in how neoliberal frameworks operationalize through algorithmic governance and player compliance systems. The research consistently bridges humanities theory with empirical technological analysis. No information is available regarding student advising relationships or externally funded research grants.
Anno Dederichs is a project manager at the China Centre Tübingen and has held academic positions at the University of Tübingen , including roles as a Substitute Professor and Scientific Assistant in the Department of Sociology. They focus on the transformation of Chinese society, cultural differentiation, and Sino-German business cooperation, employing qualitative methods in social research. PhD in Sociology (2017) , University of Tübingen Magister Artium in Sinology (2010) , University of Tübingen and Chinese universities Their research bridges cultural sociology and intercultural business dynamics, analyzing expatriate narratives, discursive constructions of 'Face' in Chinese contexts, and comparative frameworks for cultural perception. Their work has been presented at conferences like the German Association for Asian Studies (DGA) and the German Sociological Association (DGS). Recent publications address themes of colonial discourse traces , cultural categorization , and qualitative methodological challenges in cross-cultural interviews. They have also contributed to edited volumes on grounded theory and intercultural cooperation. Dederichs teaches courses in Chinaperspektiven (BA Sinologie) , Qualitative Methods (BA/MA Sociology) , and Cultural Differentiation (MA Sociology) . They are involved in academic networks such as the German Association for Asian Studies and Qualinet, the German qualitative research network.
Paola Dusi-Dep is a Full Professor of General and Social Pedagogy at the Department of Human Sciences, University of Verona. Her research focuses on processes of subjectivation in migrant contexts, educational relationships within families and schools, and teacher training. She explores the phenomenology of recognition and decolonial approaches to intercultural competencies. She is actively involved in research projects like SKILLS4JUSTICE and RE-SERVES, addressing educational fragilities and citizenship education. Leading roles: Member of the Departmental Interdisciplinary Research Group (ARIdip – SCHOOL), Faculty Board of the PhD in Human Sciences, and multiple teaching councils. Teaching: Courses include 'Adolescence and Education,' 'Intercultural Pedagogy,' and 'Qualitative Research in Education.' Her research interests span inclusive societies, ethical education, and qualitative methodologies. She contributes to initiatives like the 'CERC – Caring Education Research Center' and 'EThOS – Ethics and Technologies Of the Self.' Projects include studies on bullying in schools, intercultural citizenship education, and family dynamics in diverse contexts. She also oversees quality assurance for educational programs and ethics committees.
Lucia Gomez Sanchez is a Professor in the Department of Social Psychology at the Faculty of Psychology and Speech Therapy, Universitat de València. She is affiliated with the University Institute of Women's Studies (IUED) and actively contributes to two research groups: GECOHIS (Gender, Knowledge, History and Subjectivity) and GENDESPOL (Socioeconomic Inequalities and Public Policies with a Gender Perspective). Her research focuses on the intersections of gender, identity, and social subjectivity, particularly within feminist movements and political discourse. Her work employs psychosocial analysis to understand contemporary identity formation and subjectivation processes. PhD in Social Psychology, Universitat de València (2004) Thesis: Procesos de subjetivación y movimiento feminista: una aproximación política al análisis psicosocial de la identidad contemporánea Supervisors: Dr. Maite Larrauri Gómez, Dr. José Ramón Bueno Abad, Dr. Miquel Domènech Argemí Her research interests include gender studies, feminist theory, public policy, and psychosocial analysis of social movements. She is engaged in interdisciplinary research on gender perspectives in socioeconomic policies and historical constructions of subjectivity. She has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. Lucia Gomez Sanchez supervises academic theses and contributes to research training, though specific students are not named. She is involved in collaborative research projects through her affiliations with GECOHIS and GENDESPOL, though specific grants are not detailed. Her work is embedded in institutional research frameworks focused on gender and social justice. She is a member of the GECOHIS and GENDESPOL research groups and is affiliated with the University Institute of Women's Studies (IUED), where she contributes to interdisciplinary research on gender, knowledge, and policy.
Prof. Dr. Norbert Ricken is a faculty member at Ruhr University Bochum, holding the position of Professor in the Department of Theories of Education and Educational Science within the Faculty of Philosophy and Education. His work focuses on the theory and history of education, educational anthropology, and recognition theory. He has authored numerous monographs and edited volumes, including The Order of Education (2006) and The Linguistics of Recognition (2023). His research bridges philosophical inquiry with empirical studies, emphasizing subjectivation processes and critical pedagogy. Key areas include the analysis of power dynamics in educational contexts, discourse analysis, and the genealogy of educational concepts. Recent publications explore the future of 'Bildung' and boundary studies in education. Ricken’s work often intersects with interdisciplinary methods, such as educational ethnography and videography. His articles span topics like recognition theory, institutional critique, and pandemic-era pedagogy. Ricken actively contributes to research colloquia and doctoral supervision, fostering a collaborative environment within his academic community.
Judith Tröndle is a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Education and Social Work within the Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences at the University of Luxembourg. Her work bridges sociological and interdisciplinary perspectives on disability, gender, couples, and inclusion. Education: BA in Inclusive Education (Katholische Hochschule für Sozialwesen Berlin, 2010, with excellence), MA in Practical Research in Social Work (Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin, 2014, with distinction), PhD in Education, Social and Cultural Sciences (Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, 2020, summa cum laude) Certification: Gestalt-Music-Therapist (Institut für Gestalttherapie und Gestaltpädagogik, IGG) Her research focuses on processes of othering, subjectivation, and stigmatization in intimate relationships, particularly where children with disabilities are involved. Methodologically, she employs qualitative approaches like hermeneutics, biographical analysis, and discourse analysis. Judith’s recent publications examine caregivers’ roles, collective action in social work, and affective dynamics in partnerships. These works span interdisciplinary intersections of disability studies, sociology, and gender theory. Ev. Studienwerk Villigst Fellowship (2015-2019) Doctorate awarded summa cum laude (Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, 2020) Academic excellence in both BA and MA degrees She has served as a lecturer at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Universität Innsbruck, and Ev. Zentralinstitut für Familienberatung (EZI), contributing to social work education and arts-based interventions.
Emiliano Bevilacqua is an Associate Professor of General Sociology (SPS/07) at the University of Salento, affiliated with both the Department of Experimental Medicine and the Department of Human and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD from Sapienza University of Rome, focusing on 'Class Analysis and Globalization.' His research spans social theory, subjectivity in economic and political contexts, social inequalities, biopolitics, and the history of sociological thought. He has authored and edited books such as Love and Sexuality in Social Science (2025) and Gemelli Diversi (2021), and contributes to journals like Rassegna Italiana di Sociologia and Frontiers in Sociology . Teaching: Courses include Institutions of Sociology, Sociological Foundations of Medical and Health Sciences, and Social Research Methodology. Administrative Roles: Vice-president of the Sociology Degree Course, CIDAS board member (National Conference of Sociology Departments), and member of the Doctorate Teaching Board in Human and Social Sciences. Research Projects: Participates in PRIN projects on social policies and biopolitics, including 'The right to independent living as a new frontier of justice' (2023–present). He has collaborated with international institutions like CeSPE, CNR, and IRPSS. Professional Activities: Guest researcher at the Universities of Edinburgh and Stirling, exploring the intersection of sociology and political economy in the Scottish Enlightenment. Editor of monographic journal issues and a contributor to interdisciplinary dialogues on law, democracy, and social conflicts.
