جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Lucie Newsomeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Gender Studies
• Agricultural Policy
• Employment Relations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lucie Newsome is a Senior Lecturer in the UNE Business School, specializing in management, economics, and gender equity research. She holds a PhD from the University of Queensland, alongside advanced qualifications in governance and public policy. Her work focuses on gender in agriculture, policy development, and workplace equity, with ongoing research into farm succession, women’s roles in agribusiness, and DEI initiatives. Dr. Newsome’s research spans gendered experiences of work, agricultural policy, and regional economies. Her recent projects include studies on gender dynamics in family farm succession, paid parental leave policy evolution, and the challenges faced by female farmers in Australia. She has secured grants from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency and UNE Foundation to support her work. Education: PhD (UQ), Master of Governance (UQ), Bachelor of Economic and Social Sciences (USYD) Key Research: Gender equity in agriculture, farm succession, agribusiness services, and policy analysis Awards: Dean’s Commendation for Academic Excellence (UQ) Her publications explore topics such as gendered labor in agriculture, the historical development of parental leave policies, and the role of women in shaping rural economies. She actively contributes to policy debates through media engagements and consultancy, addressing issues like pay equity and regional workforce challenges.

Ting Chiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainability and Sustainable Development
• Circular Fashion and Circular Economy
• Strategic Marketing and Supply Chain Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Ting Chi is a faculty member and Department Chair of Apparel, Merchandising, Design & Textiles at Washington State University (WSU), within the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences. She holds a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and has extensive expertise in sustainability, strategic marketing, and global supply chain management. Her research focuses on circular fashion, consumer environmentalism, and the integration of technology in retail. Education: PhD in Consumer, Apparel and Retail Studies, University of North Carolina at Greensboro MS in Textile Engineering, Dong Hua University BS in Knitting and Clothing & Business Administration, China Textile University Research Interests: Professor Chi’s work emphasizes sustainable development, circular economy principles, and consumer behavior in fashion. She investigates topics such as second-hand apparel markets, eco-friendly materials, and the impact of digital platforms on retail. Her studies often combine quantitative analysis with real-world applications, addressing both environmental and economic dimensions of the industry. Awards: She has received numerous accolades, including the 2022 Excellent Service Award, 2020 President’s Leadership Award, and the Mid-Career Excellence Award from the International Textile and Apparel Association. Her contributions to teaching and academic advising have also been recognized repeatedly. Grants & Collaborations: As PI or Co-PI, she has secured funding from USDA, Walmart Foundation, and Cotton Inc., focusing on sustainable agriculture, biodegradable materials, and fashion industry innovation. Her grants emphasize cross-disciplinary approaches to solving environmental challenges in textiles. Labs & Teams: Her research often involves collaborations with industry partners and interdisciplinary teams, exploring topics like life cycle assessment (LCA) of materials and consumer-driven sustainability initiatives. She mentors graduate students in applying empirical methods to real-world retail and supply chain problems.

Nefissa Naguibمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Migrations and Diasporas
• Humanitarianism and Care
• History and Memory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nefissa Naguib is a Professor of Social Anthropology at the University of Oslo, affiliated with the Department of Social Anthropology. Her research focuses on culturally complex societies across the Mediterranean, Middle East, Brazil, Norway, and Spain. Key thematic interests include global moments, migrations, humanitarianism, history, maritime lifeworlds, food systems, and Islamic heritage. Regional expertise spans the Mediterranean, Middle East, and transoceanic connections. Her monographs include Nurturing Masculinities: Men, Food and Family in Contemporary Egypt and co-edited volumes such as Reconceiving Muslim Men: Love and Marriage, Family and Care in Precarious Times , which challenge traditional gender norms in Arab societies. Current projects bridge anthropology, history, and global migration through initiatives like Out of the Blue (human and material migrations), We Have Given you Gardens (botany and Islamic heritage), and Feeling the Heat (environmental labor in the Middle East). Nefissa leads the Feeling the Heat project and collaborates with the CMI Centre on Law and Social Transformation. She has directed programs like the Arab World Program and Cultures and Politics of Faith. Courses taught include advanced topics in food anthropology, Middle Eastern studies, and gender kinship. Research Highlights: Pioneering work on water as an agent of history, humanitarian practices in the Arctic, and transnational gender dynamics. Awards: Al Jazeera documentary nomination (2010) for War, Women, Welfare in Jerusalem . Grants: Research Council of Norway, Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Norwegian Program for Development grants. Labs/Teams: Core member of YALLA (politics and aesthetics of everyday life in MENA) and leads interdisciplinary collaborations.

John Metcalfeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tuberculosis
• Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
• HIV-TB Co-infection
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Metcalfe is a Professor In Residence in the Department of Pulmonology at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG), part of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. His email contact is john.metcalfe@ucsf.edu. Dr. Metcalfe has a particular interest in the clinical management of multidrug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) in high HIV burden settings in Southern Africa. His research includes the development of non-invasive pharmacokinetic measures to enhance MDR-TB drug development and clinical trials. He is a member of the AIDS Clinical Trials Group TB Transformative Science Group and has specialized training in epidemiology, statistical prediction, and diagnostic test evaluation. Dr. Metcalfe serves as a specialty editor for respiratory diseases at PLoS Medicine. His research focuses on several critical areas within tuberculosis: Drug-resistant tuberculosis diagnostics and treatment HIV-TB co-infection management Pharmacokinetic monitoring using novel methods like hair sampling Genomic analysis of drug resistance mutations Development of improved diagnostic tools for tuberculosis Analysis of Dr. Metcalfe's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on genomic approaches to understanding and detecting drug resistance in tuberculosis. His work frequently employs next-generation sequencing technologies and novel molecular diagnostic approaches. There's a clear focus on practical applications in resource-limited settings, particularly in Southern Africa where HIV-TB co-infection is prevalent. His research increasingly incorporates innovative methods like hair sampling for therapeutic drug monitoring and the development of more accessible diagnostic tools. Dr. Metcalfe has contributed significantly to several important areas of tuberculosis research: Development of LC-MS/MS panels for quantifying drug-resistant TB medications in small hair samples Investigation of bedaquiline resistance mechanisms and detection methods Studies on the prevalence and management of drug-resistant TB in Zimbabwe and South Africa Research on chronic lung disease following tuberculosis treatment Validation of novel diagnostic approaches for tuberculosis Dr. Metcalfe's work has involved collaboration with numerous research groups across Africa and the United States. His research has been supported by various grants focused on tuberculosis diagnostics, treatment, and epidemiology. He has contributed to important policy discussions regarding tuberculosis management in high HIV burden settings and has been involved in clinical trials evaluating new approaches to drug-resistant TB treatment. His laboratory and research team focus on translational tuberculosis research, bridging the gap between basic science discoveries and clinical applications. The team employs a range of techniques from molecular biology to epidemiology to address critical challenges in tuberculosis control, particularly in settings with limited resources.

• Economic Inequality
• Income Risk
• Lifecycle Hypothesis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. C. Rashaad Shabab is a Reader in Economics at the University of Sussex Business School, specializing in applied microeconomics with a focus on household inequality, income risk, lifecycle theory, and migration. He holds a PhD and MSc in Economics from the University of Sussex and an AB in Economics and Mathematics from Vassar College. As Associate Dean for Education and Students, he leads pedagogical innovation and serves as an Academic Coordinator for Professional Placements in Economics. Education : PhD in Economics (University of Sussex, 2017), MSc Economics (University of Sussex, 2012), AB Economics and Mathematics (Vassar College, 2005) His research bridges economic development, migration studies, and pedagogical reform. Recent work examines mathematics anxiety in economics education and curriculum design for responsible management. He has authored publications in Oxford Economic Papers , Review of Development Economics , and Teaching Mathematics and its Applications , while also contributing to policy reports on migration and sustainability in Bangladesh. Dr. Shabab integrates teaching with social impact, co-authoring a foundational textbook Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies and initiating campus programs like virtual running groups to address student stress. His collaborations span institutions such as the Refugee and Migratory Movements Research Unit and Swiss Development Cooperation.

• Sociology of Media/Culture
• Gender and Media Globalization
• Korea/Asia Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Youna Kim is a Professor of Global Communications at the American University of Paris. She holds a PhD from Goldsmiths College, University of London, an MA from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a BA from Ewha Woman's University in Seoul. Her research focuses on media sociology, gender and globalization, Korean/Asian studies, media audiences, and digital diaspora. Joined AUP from the London School of Economics (LSE), where she taught since 2004. Author of over 15 books, including Women, Television and Everyday Life in Korea and The Korean Wave: Korean Media Go Global . Edited volumes on media consumption, transnational migration, and South Korean popular culture's impact on North Korea. Recipient of research grants from the Nuffield Foundation and the GB Sasakawa Foundation for projects on Asian women's transnational mobility. Serves on editorial boards for journals like International Journal of Cultural Studies and Communication Yearbook . Her work explores the intersection of media, migration, and cultural identity, emphasizing de-Westernizing perspectives in media studies. Recent projects analyze the Korean Wave's global influence and digital media's role in transnational communities. Awards and honors include book reviews in leading journals, with her work cited in over 50 frequently read articles across disciplines.

• Promotional Culture
• Advertising
• Public Relations
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Anne Cronin is a Professor of Cultural Sociology at Lancaster University within the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. Her academic work focuses on the critical analysis of promotional culture within contemporary capitalism, with particular attention to advertising, public relations, and their intersections with urban life, gender, and democratic processes. She is an active researcher, teacher, and supervisor within the Sociology Department at Lancaster. Professor Cronin's primary research interests span promotional culture – encompassing advertising, marketing, and public relations – and how these practices illuminate the logics of neoliberal capitalism. Her work critically examines how promotional industries shape commercial democracy, influence power dynamics in society, and mediate relationships between citizens, markets, and the state. She has made significant contributions to understanding the relationship between secrecy and public relations, the spatial dimensions of advertising in urban environments, and the gendered aspects of consumer culture and friendship practices. Her recent scholarly output demonstrates a clear trajectory examining the evolving role of promotional industries in market society. Cronin's work has increasingly focused on the intersections of public relations, political power, and democratic processes, particularly through her analyses of lobbying practices and the 'influence industry.' Her publications reveal a sophisticated theoretical approach that connects micro-level practices of cultural intermediaries with macro-level transformations in capitalist society. Leverhulme Research Fellowship (2021-2022): 'Secrecy, public relations and the shadow world of the media sphere' British Academy Small Grant (2011-2012): 'Friendship, Social Ties and Urban Experience' ESRC Grant (2006-2007): 'Advertising and the city: making the symbolic and political economies of urban spaces' AHRC Research Leave Award (2001-2002): 'Dangerous Images: Advertising, Addiction and the Compulsive Self' Professor Cronin actively supervises PhD students in areas related to advertising, public relations, branding, consumption, media and culture, friendship and sociality, and gender studies. Her teaching includes undergraduate module SOCL218 Consumer Culture and Advertising and Masters module SOCL928 Consumer Society. Her supervision approach emphasizes critical engagement with theoretical frameworks while encouraging empirical innovation in researching contemporary cultural phenomena.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Information Systems
• Blockchain Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Oliver Hinz is a prominent researcher in the field of information systems and digital technologies, focusing on areas such as artificial intelligence ethics, blockchain applications, cybersecurity, and digital responsibility. His work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, addressing challenges in corporate governance, healthcare informatics, and user-centric technology design. Research interests: AI governance, blockchain tokenization, digital democracy, and ethical technology adoption Co-authored over 160 publications in leading journals like Information Systems Research and MIS Quarterly Key collaborations with institutions like TU Munich and Tilburg University Recent work emphasizes explainable AI frameworks, disaster management through social media analytics, and the socio-economic implications of digital platforms.

Fortune Nwaiwuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Transformation
• Industry 4.0/5.0
• Digital Technologies in Business
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Fortune Nwaiwu is a Researcher in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath. He holds a PhD in Economics and Management from Tomas Bata University, an MBA from Nyenrode Business University, and a Master's in Security and Risk Management from the University of Leicester. His research focuses on digital transformation, Industry 4.0/5.0, ICT for Development (ICT4D), and sustainable energy transitions in Africa. He is part of the Made Smarter Innovation Centre, collaborating with UK manufacturing companies to study digital technology adoption metrics. Education: PhD in Economics and Management, Tomas Bata University (2017–2021) MBA in International Business Administration, Nyenrode Business University (2014–2015) MSc in Security and Risk Management, University of Leicester (2013–2015) Research interests include digital technologies' societal and industrial impacts, sustainable development, and policy frameworks for digitalization. His work contributes to UN SDGs related to sustainable cities, responsible consumption, and innovation. He has authored over 16 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on digital transformation metrics, Industry 4.0 success factors, and ICT policy in developing regions. Collaborations include the Made Smarter Innovation project, funded by EPSRC, which explores people-centric digital success metrics in manufacturing. His research bridges academic theory and industrial practice, emphasizing human-centric approaches to digitalization.

Lukas Fesenfeldمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Governance
• Political Economy
• Climate Change Mitigation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lukas Fesenfeld is an environmental governance and political economy researcher at ETH Zurich and a lecturer at the Oeschger Centre for Climate Change Research and the Policy Analysis and Environmental Governance group at the University of Bern. His interdisciplinary work focuses on identifying drivers and outcomes of transformative processes in environmental policies, particularly in energy and agri-food systems, to accelerate biodiversity protection and climate change mitigation. His research interests span the political economy of climate policy, food system transformation, and the interplay between policy, behavioral, and technological changes in socio-technical systems. Fesenfeld employs innovative mixed-method approaches combining quantitative and qualitative techniques including surveys, field experiments, advanced econometrics, and machine learning to understand complex feedback dynamics in sustainability transitions. His work has been published in leading journals including Nature Climate Change, Nature Food, and Global Environmental Change, addressing critical issues like the political feasibility of transformative climate policies and the governance of food system transformation. His research has identified key levers for systemic change rather than incremental improvements in food systems, with particular focus on meat consumption and food waste reduction. Theodor Kocher Prize (50,000 CHF) from the University of Bern SNIS Award 2021 for best PhD thesis on International Studies PhD scholarship by the Heinrich Böll Foundation Multiple competitive research grants totaling over EUR 1.7 million as principal investigator Fesenfeld has supervised over ten Bachelor's theses and eight Master's theses while teaching diverse courses on environmental governance, political economy, and climate policy. He actively engages with the science-policy interface through collaborations with NGOs, public administration, and participation in global policy assessment reports. His founding of the NAHhaft Institute for Sustainable Food Strategies demonstrates his commitment to translating research into practical solutions for food system transformation.

• Political Communication
• Digital Networked Technologies
• Political Campaigns
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rasmus Kleis Nielsen is an Assistant Professor of Communications at Roskilde University (Denmark) and a Research Fellow at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at the University of Oxford. His research focuses on political communication, digital technologies in political campaigns, and the impact of new media on traditional news organizations. He holds a PhD in Communications from Columbia University, where he also taught at the School of International and Public Affairs. His educational background includes a BA and MA in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen and an MA in Political Theory from the University of Essex. Key research interests include the role of social media platforms in political discourse, trust in journalism, and misinformation dynamics. He leads the DemTech project, investigating algorithms and computational propaganda in public life. His work often spans cross-national comparisons, examining media trends in over 40 countries. Recent publications explore AI’s impact on news production, the decline in news participation, and the interplay between electoral misinformation and public trust. He has advised policymakers on digital governance and regularly contributes to debates on media ethics and democracy. Labs/Teams: Active in the Reuters Institute and DemTech initiative. Future work priorities include deepening analyses of platform regulation, AI’s societal implications, and equitable access to quality information.

Mia Silfverمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Social Psychology
• Moral Emotions
• Environmental Sustainability
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mia Silfver is a University Lecturer in Social Psychology at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences. She holds a visiting scholar position in the Department of Economics and Management. Her research focuses on moral emotions, environmental sustainability, cross-cultural values, and the intersection of work-life balance with caregiving. Silfver's work bridges social psychology with policy analysis, exploring topics like pro-environmental behavior, populist discourse, and moral vitalism across cultures. She has contributed to projects such as 'Food Futures' and 'Embedding Environmental Sustainability Norms', addressing food system transformations and societal norms. Silfver has collaborated internationally, presenting at conferences like the European Conference on Psychological Assessment and engaging in media discussions on topics ranging from moral emotions to historical pedagogy. Her research employs mixed methods, including psychophysiological measurements and large-scale survey analysis. Key research areas include analyzing moral foundations theory in political contexts, examining emotional responses in narcissistic individuals through facial electromyography, and investigating how social networks influence dietary choices. Silfver's work on workplace practices emphasizes supportive policies for employees balancing caregiving and employment. She has published over 35 peer-reviewed articles, with recent contributions focusing on Finland's societal challenges related to climate policy and food systems. Her projects often involve interdisciplinary collaboration with economists, policymakers, and historians. Professional activities include peer reviewing for journals, organizing conferences, and delivering invited talks on history education and moral consciousness integration. Silfver's research has informed policy recommendations on sustainable food systems and has been featured in media discussions on topics like shame and body image in societal contexts.

Joop de Boerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Environmental Policy
• Sustainability
• Risk Communication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joop de Boer is a Visiting Professor at the Faculty of Science, Department of Environmental Policy Analysis, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Amsterdam and continues as a guest researcher at the Institute for Environmental Studies. His work focuses on multidisciplinary environmental policy, including energy conservation, risk communication, and culturally sensitive food issues such as sustainable protein transitions. Education: Doctorate in Psychology, University of Amsterdam Research Interests: Climate change communication and public understanding Sustainable food systems and protein transitions Risk perception and mitigation strategies Cross-cultural consumer behavior analysis Policy frameworks for environmental sustainability Recent Articles: Explore themes like anti-science beliefs, EU consumer awareness, and cultural barriers to meat reduction. These studies highlight synergies between gender equality and environmental goals, and political dynamics in climate policy. Grants & Advising: Supervised four doctoral theses and contributed to the SENSE Research School (1995-2000). Active in editorial roles (e.g., Journal of Environmental Psychology ) and public lectures on food sustainability. Labs/Teams: Collaborates within the Institute for Environmental Studies, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges.

Joel Hooperمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Organic Synthesis
• Catalysis
• Polymer Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joel Hooper is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Chemistry at Monash University. His research focuses on organic synthesis and catalysis, with applications in bioactive molecules, polymers, and nanomaterials. He leads projects in transition-metal and organocatalysis, polymer synthesis, and carbon nanomaterials. Hooper has secured funding from the Australian Research Council (ARC) and collaborates internationally on sustainable materials and catalytic methodologies. His expertise aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable industrial processes and responsible consumption. Hooper supervises PhD students in catalysis, polymer chemistry, and materials science, offering fully funded projects. He pioneered methods like decarboxylative radical polymerization and explored graphene as a catalyst for chiral chemistry. Key collaborations include work on vitrimer composites for defense applications and engineered enzymes for cyclic peptide synthesis. Hooper’s research outputs span journals like Angewandte Chemie , Chemical Communications , and Materials Today Chemistry . His lab develops novel synthetic pathways, emphasizing green chemistry and functional materials. He actively engages in research networks, including projects on thermoresponsive hydrogels and polymer-grafted nanocellulose.

Adrian Johnsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of Science
• British History
• History of the Book and Media
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Adrian Johns is the Allan Grant Maclear Distinguished Service Professor of History, Conceptual and Historical Studies of Science, and Chair of the Department of History at the University of Chicago. He holds affiliations with the Nicholson Center for British Studies and the Renaissance Studies program. Educated at the University of Cambridge (PhD 1992), he has taught at UC San Diego, Caltech, and the University of Kent. His research spans the history of science, media, and intellectual property, with a focus on print culture and information systems. Notable works include Piracy: The Intellectual Property Wars from Gutenberg to Gates (2009), The Nature of the Book (1998), and The Science of Reading (2023). His awards include the Leo Gershoy Award, Guggenheim Fellowship, and multiple book prizes. Recent publications address intersections of algorithmic cultures, information revolutions, and historical media practices. He has held fellowships from the NEH, ACLS, and NSF. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary debates on digital media and intellectual property. Johns’ research emphasizes the material and social dimensions of knowledge production, from early modern printing to modern information networks. Awards: Leo Gershoy Award, Guggenheim Fellowship, Laing Prize Key Themes: Book history, information systems, piracy, science communication Recent Grants: NEH, NSF-funded projects on algorithmic cultures and media historiography He advises on the Nicholson Center for British Studies and co-edits academic journals. His current projects explore the historical relationship between readers, machines, and information systems. Johns is a leading voice in interdisciplinary studies of media and knowledge.