جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Tammy Schirleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Labour Economics
• Public Economics
• Economics of Aging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tammy Schirle is a Professor of Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University, located within the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics. Her research focuses on labour economics, public economics, and the economics of aging and gender, with particular emphasis on Canadian policy implications. She has co-authored the textbook Labour Market Economics and frequently addresses topics such as retirement decisions, caregiving roles, and health economics. Her work explores how public policies influence retirement choices, gender dynamics in the workforce, and the financial well-being of seniors. Recent research includes analyses of age-earnings profiles across Canadian provinces, the impact of minimum wage policies, and the design of income support programs like the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS). In her Substack blog, she discusses contemporary issues such as the Grocery Rebate, CPP/OAS benefits, and poverty measurement. Her articles reflect a focus on evidence-based policy analysis, emphasizing real-world applications of economic principles. Despite her extensive publications, no specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided texts. Her advising and grants sections remain unpopulated, though her active research agenda suggests ongoing collaborative projects. No specific lab or team affiliations are detailed.

Max Besbrisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Sociology
• Housing Inequality
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Max Besbris is Associate Chair and Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research examines how individuals make decisions in economic markets, how these decisions are affected by social interactions, and their impact on racial and socio-spatial inequalities, with particular focus on housing, neighborhoods, and the effects of climate change on real estate values and residential decision-making. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology from New York University (2017). Research interests span multiple sociological domains: Communities and Urban Sociology: Studies how neighborhood dynamics shape social outcomes Demography and Ecology: Analyzes population patterns and environmental interactions Economic Sociology: Investigates social dimensions of economic transactions Social Stratification: Examines systems of inequality and mobility Climate Change Impacts: Focuses on environmental effects on housing markets His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on housing markets, neighborhood effects, and inequality mechanisms. The research shows strong thematic convergence around rental market dynamics, disaster impacts on housing, segregation mechanisms, and market intermediaries. Spatial inequality and discrimination emerge as persistent concerns across multiple studies. Dr. Besbris holds affiliations with several university research centers including the Center for Demography and Ecology, Center for Financial Security, and Institute for Research on Poverty.

Amanda Cheongمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Legal Status and Documentation
• Statelessness
• Immigration Policies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amanda R. Cheong is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of British Columbia, specializing in legal status, documentation, and their sociopolitical implications for marginalized communities. She holds a Ph.D. (2019) and M.A. (2016) from Princeton University and a B.A. (2012) from UBC. Her research examines how states use civil registration systems to exclude populations, focusing on Southeast Asia and North America. Key works include Omitted Lives , an ethnography of Malaysian statelessness, and peer-reviewed articles on bureaucratic exclusion and statelessness. Education: Ph.D. Sociology & Social Policy, Princeton (2019); M.A. Sociology & Social Policy, Princeton (2016); B.A. (Hons) Sociology, UBC (2012) Affiliations: UBC Centre for Migration Studies, Asian Canadian and Asian Migration Studies, and Centre for Asian Canadian Research and Engagement Her research interests intersect race, migration, and legal personhood, driven by her family’s statelessness in Brunei. Awards include Mellon/ACLS Fellowship and grants from SSHRC and the American Sociological Association.

• Alternative assets
• FinTech
• Empirical asset pricing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

John C. Adams is an Associate Professor of Finance at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where he has held faculty positions since 2007. His academic journey includes a PhD in Finance from Texas Tech University (2005), an MBA from West Texas A&M (2001), and a BA in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M (1985). He has taught courses on investments, business finance, and advanced research methods at both undergraduate and doctoral levels. Education: PhD, Business Administration - Finance, Texas Tech University (2005) MBA, Economics and Finance, West Texas A&M University (2001) BA, Industrial Engineering, Texas A&M University (1985) Adams' research focuses on alternative assets, FinTech innovation, empirical asset pricing, and investor behavior. His work has been published in top journals such as the Journal of Banking and Finance and Review of Financial Studies , and covered by outlets like the Wall Street Journal . Notable contributions include studies on mutual fund governance, securities lending returns, and the impact of board diversity. His research has received recognition through awards like the Distinguished Research Publication Award (2018) and the Best Paper Award from the Financial Management Journal (2019). He actively contributes to professional organizations such as the Financial Management Association and the American Finance Association. Adams has advised numerous students on research projects, including studies on mutual fund board diversity and securities lending. He has also served on grant committees and held leadership roles, including Vice President of the Southwestern Finance Association.

Susan Averettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender Economics
• Health Economics
• Labor Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Susan Averett is a Professor in the Economics Department, specializing in gender economics and health economics. She joined the faculty in 1991 and teaches courses such as Fundamentals of Econometrics and Women and the Economy. Her research explores intersections between gender, health, and policy, with notable publications in journals like the Review of Economics and Statistics and Journal of Health Economics . A co-author of over 50 scholarly articles and co-editor of The Oxford Handbook of Women and the Economy , she also serves as co-editor of Economics and Human Biology . Dr. Averett holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Economics from the University of Colorado and a B.S. in Economics from Colorado State University. Her work frequently addresses topics such as the gender wage gap, childcare tax credits, and immigration policies. Media outlets including the Wall Street Journal and Vox have featured her research findings. Her research interests include the economic impacts of public policies on health outcomes, labor market dynamics, and social equity. Notable projects have examined the effects of minimum wage laws on immigrant children’s health, the long-term consequences of China’s one-child policy, and the relationship between obesity and labor market performance. As an educator, she contributes to interdisciplinary programs like Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies via courses such as Gender and Economics. Her textbook Women and the Economy: Family, Work, and Pay remains a foundational resource in the field.

• Onomastics
• Historical Linguistics
• Gender Linguistics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Damaris Nübling is a full Professor of Historical Linguistics of German at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, holding the Chair since April 1, 2000. She is affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy and Philology, specifically within the Department of Historical Linguistics of German. Her research spans several interconnected areas of linguistics, with primary focus on Onomastics (name research) , Gender Linguistics , Morphological Change , and Dialectology . Her work investigates the grammar of proper names, gender assignment in language, morphological irregularity across Germanic languages, and linguistic indicators of language change. Nübling's publications reveal strong trends in gender linguistics and onomastics, with significant contributions to understanding how language reflects and shapes gender identity, particularly in German. Her recent work focuses on neutral gender assignment of female terms and names, linguistic negotiation of parenthood, and the self-naming practices of transgender individuals. Teaching Award of the University of Mainz (2002) Academy Prize of the State of Rhineland-Palatinate (2013) Konrad Duden Prize (2014) Professor Nübling leads multiple third-party funded research projects, including the German Surname Atlas (DFA), the Digital Surname Dictionary of Germany (DFD), and projects within the DFG Research Unit "Un/doing Differences. Practices of Human Differentiation." She serves on numerous advisory boards including the Scientific Advisory Board of the Institute for German Language in Mannheim, the Society for German Language (GfDS), and the DFG Review Board for Linguistics. She directs research teams focused on onomastics and gender linguistics, with the namenforschung.net website providing an overview of her onomastic projects. Her collaborative work extends internationally, including projects with institutions in Switzerland, Luxembourg, and Sweden.

Chris Herringمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Homelessness
• Urban Poverty
• Housing Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chris Herring is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His research focuses on poverty, homelessness, and housing in U.S. cities, with an emphasis on the criminalization of homelessness and its impact on marginalized populations. Herring’s work bridges academic research with public advocacy, collaborating with community organizations like the San Francisco Coalition on Homelessness and the National Coalition on Homelessness. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from UC Berkeley, an M.A. in Sociology from UC Berkeley, and an M.A. in Social Anthropology from Central European University. His research explores how punitive policies and urban governance exacerbate homelessness, particularly through studies in San Francisco and New Orleans. Notable contributions include his forthcoming book on the criminalization of homelessness, co-authored studies on Ban the Box employment policies, and ethnographic analyses of homeless encampments. Herring has received awards such as the American Society of Criminology’s Joan Petersilia Outstanding Article Award (2021) and the UC Berkeley Sociology Alumni Prize for Public Sociology (2016). Collaborations extend to academia and activism, including partnerships with Harvard’s Sandra Smith and the Anti-Eviction Mapping Project. He advises graduate students in urban planning and social work, emphasizing public sociology. Herring also consults governments and legal aid groups on homelessness policies and serves as an expert witness in related cases. His research has been featured in major media outlets like the New York Times and NPR. Education: Ph.D. Sociology, UC Berkeley (2020) M.A. Sociology, UC Berkeley (2013) M.A. Social Anthropology, Central European University (2010) Awards: American Society of Criminology’s Joan Petersilia Outstanding Article Award (2021) Society of Social Problems Community Partner Paper Award (2019) Grants/Consulting: Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard’s Inequality in America Initiative Consultant to county governments and legal aid organizations Labs/Teams: Collaborations with the Western Regional Advocacy Project and Our City Our Home Coalition.

Alison Prestonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender and Employment
• Wage Determination
• Financial Literacy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alison Preston is a Professor of Economics at the UWA Business School, The University of Western Australia. She holds leadership roles including Associate Editor of the Industrial Relations Journal and Vice-President of the WA Branch of the Economic Society of Australia. Her research focuses on gendered employment dynamics, wage structures, and financial literacy, with particular attention to policy implications. She has advised government bodies on labor market reforms and conducted high-profile reviews, including the 2022 Fair Work Amendment review. Education: BA (Hons) from Strathclyde University, MBA from Curtin University, and PhD from the University of Western Australia. Research Interests: Gender pay gap and labor market segmentation Economic security through financial literacy Public-private wage differentials Impact of policies on employment equity Key Awards: 2023 Best Paper in Economic Papers for work on financial literacy and self-employment 2025 Nomination for Journal of Consumer Affairs Best Article Award Advising & Grants: Lead researcher on multiple government-funded studies, including reviews of workplace reforms and submissions to parliamentary committees on cost-of-living pressures and superannuation equity. Her work frequently engages with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly gender equality and decent work (SDGs 5 & 8). Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams at the UWA Business School, collaborating with institutions like the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA).

Carlos Santosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ethnic-Racial Identity
• Adolescent Development
• Latinx Youth
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carlos Santos is Associate Professor of Social Welfare at UCLA's Luskin School of Public Affairs. He holds a PhD in Developmental Psychology from New York University, a Master of Education from Harvard University, and a BA from New York University. His research examines identity development among Latinx youth through intersectional frameworks, exploring how ethnic-racial, gender, and sexual identities influence developmental outcomes in contexts ranging from peer networks to immigration policy environments. Research interests include: Ethnic-racial identity development in adolescence Gender and sexual identity formation Impact of structural discrimination on mental health Immigration policy effects on youth development Intersectional approaches to identity research Peer influence and social network dynamics His publications primarily focus on developmental psychology and social welfare, with recent work examining longitudinal patterns of identity formation, social network analysis of peer influences, and measurement validation for gender expression attitudes. Methodological approaches frequently incorporate mixed methods and longitudinal designs to capture developmental trajectories. Awards and honors: Multiple early career achievement awards from national professional associations Member of the National Academy of Sciences' Forum on Children's Well-Being Principal grant reviewer for US Dept of Education/IES Former Associate Editor of Journal of Adolescent Research His research has been funded by the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health, supporting investigations into peer network effects on ethnic-racial identity and the developmental impacts of exclusionary immigration policies. He co-edited 'Studying Ethnic Identity: Methodological and Conceptual Approaches Across Disciplines' (APA Press, 2015).

• Stereotyping
• Implicit Bias
• Race and Gender
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erika V. Hall is an Associate Professor of Organization and Management at the Goizueta Business School, Emory University. She serves as Faculty Advisor to the Business & Society Institute. Her research focuses on stereotypes, implicit bias, race, and gender, applying social psychological perspectives to organizational contexts. Education: PhD in Management & Organizations, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University BS in Finance, Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland Her research investigates how stereotypes shape perceptions in workplaces and society, with particular attention to racial and gender biases. Key themes include the impact of historical racial labels, intersectional stereotyping models, and strategies to mitigate bias in organizations. Her work has been featured in top journals like Psychological Science and Academy of Management Review , and media outlets including The New York Times and NPR. Awards: Recognized as one of the 'World’s Best 40 Under 40 Business Professors' (Poets & Quants, 2016) Advising & Leadership: As Faculty Advisor to the Business & Society Institute, she contributes to initiatives addressing business ethics and societal impact. Her prior role as a Research Associate at Harvard Business School underscores her commitment to academic research. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Business & Society Institute at Goizueta, focusing on interdisciplinary research to bridge organizational practices and societal challenges.

Bulent Turanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Social Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Stigma Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bulent Turan is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. His academic work focuses on the intersection of social relationships and health outcomes, with particular emphasis on vulnerable populations. Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with Honors from Bogazici University M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Loyola College Ph.D. in Social-Personality Psychology from Stanford University Postdoctoral training in Health Psychology from University of California, San Francisco Dr. Turan's research primarily examines the mechanisms underlying the relationship between social bonds and well-being. His work focuses on stigma and other psycho-social factors in living with HIV, effects of stress and negative social evaluation on biological markers of health, social support, and attachment security. He also investigates HIV-related stigma and discrimination among persons living with HIV, contributing valuable insights to the field of health psychology. Research Focus Areas: Social determinants of health Psychosocial aspects of chronic illness Stress physiology and health outcomes Interpersonal relationships and well-being HIV/AIDS stigma and discrimination Attachment security in health contexts As an adjunct faculty member, Dr. Turan maintains a research-focused academic position while potentially holding primary professional responsibilities outside the university setting. His interdisciplinary background bridges engineering, clinical practice, and academic research, providing a unique perspective on the mind-body connection in health outcomes.

Len Gelmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Signal Processing
• Condition Monitoring
• Vibration Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Len Gelman is a Professor and Chair in Signal Processing and Condition Monitoring at the University of Huddersfield's Department of Engineering within the School of Computing and Engineering. He also serves as Director of the Centre for Efficiency and Performance Engineering. His research focuses on advanced signal processing techniques for fault diagnosis in electromechanical systems, vibration analysis, and predictive maintenance. He is actively involved in PhD supervision and has authored over 100 publications, achieving 1499 citations and an h-index of 21. Key research areas include digital twin technology, nonlinear spectral analysis, and machine learning for industrial diagnostics. His work addresses challenges in non-stationary signal processing, motor current signature analysis, and condition monitoring under varying operating conditions. Collaborations include interdisciplinary projects with the Centre for Efficiency and Performance Engineering. Recent studies highlight innovations in fault diagnosis frameworks for rotating machinery, conveyor belt systems, and wind turbines. His contributions bridge theoretical advancements with practical industrial applications, emphasizing explainable AI and adaptive diagnostics. Gelman's research has been presented at major conferences like the World Congress on Engineering and published in specialized journals. Education: Not explicitly stated in the provided text. Awards: High citation count and h-index reflect his significant academic impact. Grants/Advising: Supervised 2 PhD projects; accepting new students in diagnostic engineering and condition monitoring. Labs/Teams: Leads the Centre for Efficiency and Performance Engineering and collaborates with the Department of Engineering's research groups.

• Health Services Research
• Narrative Interventions
• Hypertension Control
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jeroan Allison is Chair and Professor at UMass Chan Medical School's Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences. Trained as a primary care physician and epidemiologist (Harvard SPH), he leads research in narrative interventions for health behavior change, with continuous funding from NIH, AHRQ, and RWJF. His work spans hypertension control in Vietnam, AI-driven health communication, and implementation science for non-communicable diseases. Harvard School of Public Health: Master of Science in Epidemiology University of Alabama at Birmingham: MD Samford University: BS in Chemistry Research interests include narrative medicine , health disparities , mHealth , and health services research . He has published extensively on hypertension interventions in Vietnam, digital health tools, and tobacco cessation strategies using peer engagement. Recent publications focus on AI applications , global implementation science , and social determinants of health . His team has developed culturally adapted interventions for HPV vaccination and hypertension management using community storytelling methods. Scientific contributions include: Co-Editor-in-Chief of Medical Care Developing simulation-based training for research assistants Designing peer recruitment models for smoking cessation Dr. Allison holds multiple grants and leads the UMMS-Vietnam research collaboration , focusing on late-stage translation research in low-resource settings.

Claire Greensteinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Comparative Politics
• Transitional Justice
• Reparations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Claire Greenstein is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2018), with a focus on comparative politics, transitional justice, and human rights. Her research examines reparations for state-sanctioned abuses and transitional justice mechanisms, drawing on archival work in Germany and elite interviews across five countries. She previously served as a postdoctoral researcher at the Georgia Institute of Technology’s Center for European and Transatlantic Studies (2018–2020). Education: PhD, Political Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Dec 2018) MA, Political Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill BA, Political Science & German, Furman University Research interests include transitional justice, reparations, human rights abuses, genocide studies, European politics (especially German politics), and social movements. Her book manuscript, derived from her dissertation, analyzes governmental motivations for reparations post-abuses. She teaches courses such as Transitional Justice, Memory Politics, and Comparative European Government Systems. Her work emphasizes empirical archival and interview-based methodologies, with a focus on historical and contemporary case studies. Recent research explores Romani activism in post-war Germany and the role of sites of memory in victim advocacy.

• Disability Studies
• Social Justice
• Artificial Intelligence and Disability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Karen Soldatic is a leading academic in the School of Social Sciences at Western Sydney University, specializing in disability studies, social justice, and intersectional analysis. Her work critically examines the intersections of disability, migration, Indigenous rights, and digital technology within Global South contexts. Her research interests focus on Disability Studies , Social Justice , Artificial Intelligence and Disability , Indigenous Rights , and Migration Studies . Through participatory methodologies, she investigates how digital systems, welfare policies, and social structures create barriers for marginalized communities, particularly women with disabilities in low-income countries and Indigenous populations in Australia. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on technology-facilitated violence against women with disabilities , digital inclusion frameworks , and intersectional resistance strategies . Her work consistently bridges academic theory with community action, focusing on practical interventions for systemic change. Professor Soldatic has secured significant research funding through projects including Walking my path: NSW Indigenous LGBTIQ+ peoples' experiences & aspirations (2023-2027) and Environmental Stewardship Resurgence in Walbanga Land . Her community engagement includes membership in the Australian Sociological Association and Diversty Arts Australia. Her academic contributions include 181 research outputs, 14 major projects, and active supervision of HDR candidates. She holds a PhD from the University of Western Australia and maintains strong connections with disability advocacy organizations including the Australian Federation of Disability Organisations.