Assoc. Prof. Şule Ardıç Yetiş is an academic in the Faculty of Tourism at Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University, where she has held roles since 2014 including Research Assistant (2014), Lecturer (2010–2014 at Aksaray University Vocational School), and currently Associate Professor since 2023. She earned her PhD in Tourism Management (2017) and MSc in Business Administration (2013) from Nevşehir and Aksaray Universities, respectively, alongside a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism and Hotel Management (2009). Expertise spans gastronomy tourism, sustainable tourism, event tourism, and cultural heritage management. Authored over 30 books and peer-reviewed articles on topics like beverage tourism, culinary culture preservation, and tourism marketing strategies. Conducted projects such as investigating Alevi-Bektaşi culinary traditions and women’s workforce dynamics in Cappadocia’s tourism sector. Presented at international conferences including MTCON’22 and IWACT’19, focusing on gastronomic diplomacy and tourism innovation. Her research emphasizes linking food culture to destination branding, sustainable practices in small-scale accommodations, and gender equity in tourism employment. She has also evaluated the potential of winter tourism in regions like Mount Yıldız and analyzed the role of rural gastronomy in regional development. Teaching focuses on food and beverage management, consumer behavior in tourism, and event organization. She has organized courses at both associate and bachelor’s levels since 2010.
İBRAHİM YILMAZ is a Professor at the Faculty of Tourism, Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University, where he has held academic and administrative roles since 2003. He earned his PhD from Dokuz Eylül University in 2007 and has been actively involved in tourism research, education, and policy-making. His academic journey includes roles as Department Head, Vice Dean, and Head of Department. Education: PhD (2007): Dokuz Eylül University, Tourism Management MSc (2003): Hacettepe University, Tourism Management BSc (1998): Erciyes University, Tourism and Hotel Management Research Interests: Focuses on service quality in tourism, destination marketing, sustainable tourism development, tourism impacts on local communities, and tourism education. His work often integrates critical incident technique (CIT) and bibliometric analysis to evaluate tourist experiences and industry challenges. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles and books on topics like destination competitiveness, ethical behavior in tourism, and service recovery strategies. Recent studies explore challenges faced by disabled tourists and the role of social media in tour guide performance. Awards: Received the '2002 En İyi Yüksek Lisans Tezi Ödülü' for his master's thesis on service quality measurement in hotels. Advising & Grants: Supervised over 20 PhD and master's theses on tourism management, stakeholder perspectives, and sustainable practices. Active in research projects addressing tourism policy, heritage management, and regional development. Labs/Teams: Leads research initiatives in the Tourism Research Institute, focusing on applied tourism studies and interdisciplinary projects with international collaborators.
Frank Möbus is a renowned German guitarist, composer, and music producer, serving as Professor for electric guitar at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar (Germany) and Hochschule Luzern (Switzerland). He has been based in Berlin since 1992 and is recognized as one of Europe's leading jazz guitarists. Professor at Hochschule Weimar and Hochschule Luzern Leader and composer of the acclaimed avant-garde jazz group Der Rote Bereich Active performer with international ensembles such as Carlos Bica AZUL, KUU!, and Killing Popes Artist-in-residence and performer at major European and global jazz festivals Producer and band coach for emerging jazz acts His research and artistic interests center on jazz performance , electric guitar techniques , contemporary composition , and avant-garde improvisation . Möbus's work blends intellectual rigor with expressive freedom, earning critical acclaim for its originality and complexity. His music has been described as refreshingly self-ironic, intellectually engaging, and sensorially compelling. Though no traditional academic publications are listed, Möbus has contributed significantly to music through over 60 recorded albums as a sideman and leader, and through innovative projects that push the boundaries of modern jazz. His work reflects a deep engagement with both performance and pedagogy. Scientific and Artistic Recognition: Recipient of multiple national and international awards for his music projects and productions Celebrated by press as one of the most important representatives of German avant-garde jazz Featured at prestigious festivals including Jazz Ahead, Garana Jazz Festival, and String Theory Guitar Festival Möbus has served as a band coach and producer for emerging artists, guiding album productions for acts like Martina Linn Band, June Coco, and Nachtfarben. He has also toured globally under the auspices of the Goethe-Institut, promoting cultural exchange through music. He is associated with several artistic ensembles and projects, including: Der Rote Bereich – His own group, known for intelligent arrangements and anarchic humor Carlos Bica AZUL – Portuguese jazz ensemble with international reach KUU! – Vocal and guitar-driven experimental jazz band Killing Popes – High-energy improvisational group led by Oliver Steidle Erdmann / Rohrer / Möbus / Courtois – Collaborative quartet exploring real utopias through sound
Associate Professor Dr. Smiljana Đukičin Vučković Ćir is a faculty member at the University of Novi Sad , specifically within the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management . Born on April 22, 1985 in Kikinda, she has established herself as a leading expert in geography education and spatial planning. Education: Graduated in 2008 from the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management PhD defended in 2015 with dissertation: "The Impact of Spatial Development and Spatial Transformations on Socio-Geographical Elements in the Kolubara District" Recipient of Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development scholarship during doctoral studies Research Focus: Her primary research interests encompass geography teaching methodology and spatial planning , with particular emphasis on educational innovation and digital competencies in geography education. She actively explores socio-geographical transformations and their impact on regional development, while also investigating inclusive education practices and the integration of modern technologies in geography classrooms. Publications Overview: Her research spans diverse themes from educational psychology and teaching methodologies to regional development and transport infrastructure. Recent works focus on online learning during emergencies, teacher competencies, and comparative education studies. Her geographical focus remains centered on Serbia and the broader Balkan region, with particular attention to socio-demographic changes and educational policy implementation. Professional Service & Recognition: Member of the Serbian Geographical Society Coordinator of the geography teaching subject section at the Society of Subject Didactics of Serbia Departmental coordinator for Erasmus+ staff and student exchanges Projects & Grants: She has been involved in numerous international and domestic projects: International: LIFEdu, MenTra, AI@Smile, SciMaG, ECOPRISE (all Erasmus+ projects spanning 2019-2026) Domestic: Geotransformation of Vojvodina area, DIGinGEOteach, Roma population inclusion during COVID-19, GeoDigiPract Teaching & Service: She teaches courses including School Practice, Geo-multimedia, Curricula in World and Serbia, and Historical Development of Geography Teaching at the Master's level. She is fluent in English and French and actively participates in organizing accredited seminars for educational professionals.
Katerina Angelevska - Najdeska is an academic researcher at St. Clement of Ohrid University - Bitola, specializing in tourism economics and marketing. With a doctoral thesis completed in 2009 on tourist resource management for sustainable tourism development in Macedonia, she has established herself as a prominent researcher in Balkan tourism studies. Her research spans sustainable tourism development, tourist resource valorization, marketing management in tourism, intercultural competence of tourism professionals, and insurance market analysis. She has extensively studied Macedonian tourism potential, particularly focusing on the Southwest Planning Region, spa tourism, and Ohrid's tourism offerings. Her work demonstrates how market mechanisms can be leveraged for effective tourism resource management and sustainable development. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on practical applications of tourism theory to Macedonian contexts, with increasing attention to wellness tourism, intercultural communication in tourism services, and the economic impacts of tourism development. Her research often employs interdisciplinary approaches, combining economics, marketing, and cultural studies perspectives. She has been actively involved in regional development projects, including the Study on the Tourism Potentials in the Southwest Planning Region (2013) and the Programme for the Development of the Southwest Planning Region (2010-2015), demonstrating her commitment to practical applications of academic research for regional economic development. Her collaborative work with colleagues across multiple institutions indicates strong networking within the Balkan academic community, particularly in tourism and economics research. While specific grant information isn't provided in the available materials, her sustained publication record and involvement in regional development projects suggest successful research funding acquisition.
Dr. Sarah Hamilton is Professor of Oboe and Associate Director at the State University of New York at Fredonia, where she has been a longtime member of the touring Fredonia Woodwind Quintet. She serves as principal oboe with the Western New York Chamber Orchestra and solo English Horn with the Erie Philharmonic, performing with ensembles including the Buffalo Philharmonic and Chautauqua Symphony. Her educational background includes: Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) from The Ohio State University Master of Music (MM) from Wayne State University under Robert Sorton Bachelor of Music (BM) from the University of Western Ontario with Shelley Heron, Geralyn Giovannetti, and Perry Baumen Dr. Hamilton's research focuses on diversity in classical repertoire, the "New" Classical Music paradigm, musician's health through Body Mapping, and community engagement. She actively works to make oboe accessible in public schools and explores the evolving role of the 21st-century musician, as seen in her presentation "Finding Your Way as a 21st Century Performing Musician". Her recent intellectual output includes educational publications like "Teaching Woodwinds: Oboe" and "12 'Soon to be Famous' Studies", performances of contemporary works including world premieres, and presentations on music education. These contributions emphasize pedagogy for young oboists, commissioning new Canadian music, and innovative approaches to classical performance. Dr. Hamilton has not received major scientific awards, but her work has been supported by competitive grants. She has secured two Canada Council for the Arts grants in 2022 for new oboe repertoire and is a dedicated mentor to oboe students at SUNY Fredonia, guiding them in performance, chamber music, and career development. Dr. Hamilton performs with the Can-Am Oboe Trio, Fredonia Woodwind Quintet, Western New York Chamber Orchestra, and Erie Philharmonic, using these platforms to commission new works and engage communities through diverse programming.
Dr Aled Singleton is an Honorary Research Fellow in Geography at Swansea University's School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He holds fellowships from the Royal Geographical Society and the Higher Education Academy. His research focuses on emotional and affective attachments to place, urban policy, psychogeography, and walking methodologies. He has contributed to intergenerational climate research (e.g., the OPTIC project) and co-authored The Climate Comic , a collaborative climate engagement tool. His work bridges qualitative methods with creative practices, including film and performance. Educations: PhD (2020) focused on post-war urban environments, MSc in qualitative research methods. Research interests include lifecourse narratives, lower-carbon fieldwork practices, and spatially-led interviews. He has published in GeoHumanities , Journal of Global Ageing , and Visual Studies , exploring topics like AI-guided urban exploration and climate comic methodology. Teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate modules in sustainable development, globalization, and qualitative methods. He advises on fieldtrip carbon reduction strategies and has collaborated with NHS mental health trusts evaluating walking therapy services. Grants: ESRC Wales Doctoral Training Partnership Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021-2024). Singleton leads the Lower Carbon Fieldtrips initiative and participates in interdisciplinary projects like the Walking Therapy Evaluation . His work engages communities through creative methods, emphasizing participatory research and public impact.
Dr. Robert Thomas is a Lecturer in Marketing and Strategy at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University, holding Fellowships with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (FCIM), the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (FRSA), and the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). His academic career spans teaching, research, and professional engagement in marketing disciplines. Dr. Thomas earned his PhD in Marketing from the University of Glamorgan in November 2011, an MSc in Management (with Distinction) in June 2005, and a Bachelor of Theology from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth in June 1996. His research spans multiple disciplines with current focus areas including brand management, online behavior, Generation Alpha consumers, sustainable business practices, moral blindness, and thanatourism. His work explores the intersection of consumer behavior, ethics, and marketing strategy, with particular attention to dark tourism, ethical consumption, and social enterprises. He examines how consumers engage with brands across different contexts, including youth marketing, football fandom, and death-related consumption practices. Dr. Thomas's recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward ethical considerations in marketing and consumer behavior. His work increasingly focuses on moral blindness, thanatourism, and sustainable business practices. He has conducted extensive research on dark tourism sites, Holocaust memorials, and moral reasoning in consumer contexts. His scholarship shows a growing interest in political dimensions of consumer culture, particularly in sports contexts like football clubs with political identities. The research often employs qualitative methodologies to explore complex ethical dilemmas in contemporary marketing. Dr. Thomas has received several professional recognitions including: Best Academic Paper prize at the Academy of Marketing Conference 2017 Journal of Product and Brand Management: Reviewer of the Year 2015 Sage Product of the Year Nominee 2020 for 'Find The Theme in Your Data: Little Quick Fix' While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, Dr. Thomas has been involved in developing the Government's 'Help to Grow: Management' scheme, which supports small and medium-sized businesses. As an Associate Editor for the Journal of Strategic Marketing and editorial board member for the Journal of Product and Brand Management, he contributes significantly to scholarly discourse. His professional engagements include numerous speaking engagements at TEDx events and industry conferences. Dr. Thomas collaborates extensively with colleagues including Dr. Gareth White, Dr. Adam Samuel, and Dr. Kathryn Daunt on research projects spanning sustainability, moral blindness, and consumer behavior. He is actively involved in the Cardiff Business School research community and participates in international marketing conferences, particularly the Academy of Marketing Conference series. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration across marketing, ethics, and social sciences.
Dr. Forest Greenough is an Associate Professor of Music at Colorado State University, where he has been on faculty since 2005. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) in Theory and Composition with a Jazz Pedagogy emphasis from the University of Northern Colorado, alongside multiple Master of Music degrees in Theory/Composition and Double Bass Performance, and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Composition from Eastern Washington University. As a performer, Dr. Greenough is a globally recognized bassist, principal bassist of the Steamboat Symphony Orchestra and Colorado Bach Ensemble, and a touring soloist collaborating with artists like Andrea Bocelli. He actively engages in chamber music, jazz performance, and studio recording across genres from classical to metal. His work extends to composition, music theory (specializing in Post-Minimalist tension-release systems), and audio engineering for international releases. A dedicated educator, he balances academic roles with outdoor pursuits as a professional whitewater guide and instructor, mountain biker, and backcountry snowboarder.
Ernesto Benitez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Virginia. He holds a PhD in Global and Sociocultural Studies from Florida International University (2021). His research examines the socio-cultural impacts of ecotourism on Indigenous Amazonian communities, particularly focusing on Kichwa peoples in Ecuador's Napo province. Education: PhD in Global and Sociocultural Studies, Florida International University (2021) Research interests include development, ecotourism dynamics, indigeneity, masculinity, and South American ethnography. His work traces how Kichwa tour guides navigate ethnic and gendered identities amid economic transitions caused by tourism booms. Recent publications analyze Indigenous pageants as political training grounds and the intersection of masculinity with ecotourism. Publications (2022–2024) reflect thematic focus on cultural performativity, gender, and environmental anthropology. No scientific awards are listed. Advising and grant details are not documented here. His fieldwork spans over a decade in Napo province, emphasizing long-term ethnographic engagement with Amazonian communities.
Robert Mark Morgan is a Teaching Professor of Drama at Washington University in St. Louis, specializing in scenic design and creativity education. He holds an MFA from San Diego State University and has over 14 years of teaching experience, previously serving as an Assistant Professor at the University of Washington in Seattle. His research focuses on creativity methodologies and interdisciplinary design applications, with notable projects including the touring museum exhibit Avatar the Exhibition . He has designed for prominent venues like the Utah Shakespeare Festival, Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, and the Old Globe. Dr. Morgan is also an author, having published The Art of Scenic Design: A Practical Guide to the Creative Process , which explores design processes and creative pedagogy. His work emphasizes elevating creative intelligence through design-thinking frameworks.
Dr. Erzsebet Strobl serves as Associate Professor in the Department of English Literatures and Cultures at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Gáspár Károli Reformed University in Hungary. She holds a PhD in Renaissance and Baroque English Literature from Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), where she also earned her MA in English Language and Literature. Her academic career includes previous lecturing positions at ELTE Foreign Language Continuing Education Center and Péter Pázmány Catholic University. PhD (2010): Renaissance and Baroque English Literature, ELTE MA (1993): English Language and Literature, ELTE Tour Guide Qualification (1992), ELTE Dr. Strobl specializes in English Renaissance cultural history with a particular focus on the cult of Queen Elizabeth I. Her research spans English and American studies and history, English cultural history, and Irish film. Her scholarly work demonstrates a consistent dedication to understanding how historical figures, particularly Queen Elizabeth I, were represented and mythologized in Renaissance England and how these representations continue to influence contemporary cultural productions. Her extensive publication record reveals a clear trajectory through Renaissance studies, with recent works increasingly engaging with interdisciplinary approaches that connect historical scholarship with film studies, medical history, and contemporary political discourse. The evolution of her research shows movement from textual analysis of Elizabethan literature toward broader cultural studies examining how historical narratives are constructed, maintained, and adapted across centuries. Publication of the Year (Károli Gáspár University, 2023) HUSSE Junior Book Award (Hungarian Society for the Study of English, 2025) Dr. Strobl actively participates in multiple research initiatives including the Renaissance Research Group at Pázmány Péter Catholic University. She has presented her work at numerous international conferences including the Renaissance Society of America, Tudor Symposium, and HUSSE biennial conferences. Her research has taken her to significant archives including the British Library and Shakespeare's Globe Archives in London, where she continues to develop new insights into Elizabethan cultural history and its contemporary relevance.
Jacqueline Fassler-Kerstetter is an Associate Professor at Kansas State University within the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance. She teaches horn, music theory, and brass techniques, and is an active member of the K-State Faculty Brass Quintet and the Konza Wind Quintet. Her primary areas of interest include Horn Performance, Music Theory, Brass Techniques, and Chamber Music. She has performed as a horn soloist with the K-State orchestra, bands, and clarinet choir, and has toured internationally including a solo feature on the K-State Symphony Band’s South Pacific tour in 2006 and a performance at the International Clarinet Association’s ClarinetFest in Assisi, Italy in 2013. Dr. Fassler-Kerstetter has mentored students who have won the K-State Symphony Orchestra’s Concerto Competition: Matthew Wilson (2010): performed the first movement of the Glière Concerto. John Allred (2011): performed the first movement of the Gordon Jacob Concerto; later performed with the San Francisco Conservatory Symphony Orchestra in 2015. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text. As an educator, she has guided students to significant performance achievements in university competitions. No grant activities were referenced in the source material. She maintains active performance roles through the K-State Faculty Brass Quintet and Konza Wind Quintet, and has performed with major ensembles including: Filarmónica del Bajío of Guanajuato (Mexico) Evansville Philharmonic Owensboro Symphony Greenville Symphony Asheville Symphony Aspen Music Festival Classical Music Festival in Eisenstadt (Austria) American Wind Symphony (tours across America and Northern Europe)
Qi Huan is an Associate Professor and master's supervisor in the Department of Music and Performance at Tongji University's School of Art and Media. He serves as Director of the Piano Teaching and Research Section, Executive Chairman of the China-Austria Music Exchange (Shanghai) Center, contracted artist of the Yangtze River Piano, and Director of the Piano Professional Committee of the Shanghai Music Association. An internationally acclaimed concert pianist, he performs regularly across 20+ countries while maintaining active research and teaching responsibilities. Education: Bachelor of Music, Shanghai Conservatory of Music (2000-2004) Master of Music, Shanghai Conservatory of Music (2010-2013) PhD Candidate, Shanghai Conservatory of Music (2021-Present) His research focuses on piano performance art, music education, and criticism, with particular expertise in Debussy, Prokofiev, and Chinese piano repertoire. His scholarly work bridges performance practice and academic analysis, exploring cultural elements in impressionist music, interpretive approaches to Chinese compositions, and pedagogical methodologies for classical sonatas. As a performer-scholar, he integrates concert experience into research, examining technical execution, expressive nuance, and cultural context in piano literature. Recent publications reveal a trajectory from performance analysis (Prokofiev, Debussy) toward cultural studies in music (Chinese piano works) and pedagogical innovation. His 2022-2024 works demonstrate increasing engagement with Chinese musical identity and contemporary criticism, while maintaining technical focus on sonata form and performance practice. The integration of performance recordings with scholarly analysis forms a distinctive feature of his research output. Scientific Awards: American New York International Artist Piano Competition First Prize Italy Uterpe International Music Competition First Prize Canada Ludmila International Piano Competition Second Prize Numerous international competition teaching awards including Liszt, KAWAI Asia, and Xinghai Cup Heling Ting Music Criticism Promotion Excellent Paper Award (2023) As a mentor, he has guided students to win top prizes at Moscow International Piano Competition and Italy Massa International Piano Competition. His research includes National Art Fund project 'From the Yellow River to the Yangtze River' and multiple university-level teaching reform initiatives. He serves as editorial board member of 'Musical Instrument' journal and frequently gives masterclasses at international festivals including Sino-Austrian International Youth Music Festival. He maintains active performance schedules through 'Yangtze River Piano Artist' tours, with recent concert series 'Golden Fantasy' (2023-2024) and world premiere of Lu Pei's Piano Concerto 'Memorial' at Shanghai Concert Hall (2024). His recorded works are featured in the National Key Publishing Project 'A Century of Chinese Piano Solo Works'.
Didar BÜYÜKER İŞLER is a Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Suleyman Demirel University, specializing in Business Administration. With a career spanning over two decades, she has contributed extensively to digital transformation, consumer behavior, and hospitality management. PhD in Business Administration (Suleyman Demirel University, 2009) MBA in Business Administration (Suleyman Demirel University, 2004) BSc in Business Administration (Suleyman Demirel University, 2001) Her research focuses on digital transformation, e-commerce, consumer behavior, and statistical modeling techniques like Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). Recent projects include EU-funded studies on digital-age business practices and TUBITAK 1001 grants for simulation-based education in administrative sciences. Her publications trend toward practical applications in tourism, banking, and retail sectors, emphasizing digitalization, green consumer behavior, and gender dynamics in impulse buying. She has authored international books such as Innovation Ecosystem (2024) and New Generation Entrepreneurship Ecosystem (2023). As a principal investigator, she leads projects like Management in a Virtual World (2024–present) and Digital Transformation in Turkey's Economic and Administrative Sciences (TUBITAK 1001, 2021–present).
