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Diane E. Austinمشاهده پروفایل

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University of ArizonaUnited States

Diane E. Austin is a Professor and Director of the School of Anthropology at the University of Arizona. She also serves as a Research Anthropologist at the Bureau of Applied Research in Anthropology (BARA). Her work focuses on environmental anthropology, particularly community dynamics in industrial and environmental contexts, with a strong emphasis on social justice and collaborative research. She has over 25 years of experience leading interdisciplinary projects in the U.S., Mexico, and Gulf Coast regions. Austin's research spans diverse areas including Native American communities, U.S.-Mexico border sustainability, Gulf Coast oil industry impacts, and urban food systems in arid regions. She has pioneered long-term partnerships with tribal organizations, federal agencies, and community groups, earning recognition such as the University Distinguished Outreach Professor (2008) and Distinguished Director (2023). Her recent work highlights longitudinal studies on the Deepwater Horizon oil spill's social effects, binational environmental initiatives in Nogales, and community-based approaches to disaster resilience. She coordinates BARA's internship and post-baccalaureate programs, supporting hundreds of students in applied anthropological research. Awards: Partners in Conservation Award (2010), Border Research Partnership Award Finalist (2012) Leadership Roles: Chair of the Good Neighbor Environmental Board, Member of the Gulf Research Program Advisory Board Key Projects: Southern Paiute cultural preservation, Gulf Coast oil industry studies, Nogales reforestation initiatives Austin’s teaching includes courses on ethnographic methods, data analysis, and mixed-methods research. She actively engages in policy advocacy, contributing expert testimony in legal proceedings related to environmental disasters and labor rights.

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Gavin Mountمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

University of New South WalesAustralia

Dr. Gavin Mount is a researcher at UNSW Canberra , specializing in non-traditional security studies , ethnic conflict , and the sociopolitical implications of emerging technologies . His work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications in conflict transformation and defense studies. Research Focus: Global politics of ethnic conflict, hybrid peace/war frameworks, and socio-political impacts of drone technology. Teaching: Courses like Ethnic Conflict in World Politics and Law, Force and Legitimacy , with a focus on military education and strategic studies. Publications: Recent work includes contributions to Thinking Swarms (2025) and Hybridity on the Ground in Peacebuilding and Development (2018). Grants: Leads the Curricula Integration of Student Wellbeing Resources project under HERDSA. Key Themes across his research include the intersection of technology and conflict, evolving defense paradigms, and pedagogical innovations in security studies.

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Lutz Rzehakمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

Humboldt UniversityGermany

PD Dr. Lutz Rzehak is an academic staff member at the Institute for Asian and African Studies (IAAW) within the Faculty of Humanities at Humboldt University of Berlin, serving as a Teacher for special tasks specializing in Modern Iranian languages and the ethnography and cultural history of Afghanistan and Central Asia. His educational background includes: Oriental Studies/History from the State University of Leningrad (1985) Doctorate in Iranian Studies, Humboldt University of Berlin (1991) Habilitation in Central Asian Studies / Iranian Studies, Humboldt University of Berlin (2001) Dr. Rzehak's research spans Central Asian Studies , Iranian Studies , Ethnography , and Linguistics , with fieldwork focusing on Baloch, Pashtun, and Tajik communities. His work examines language evolution, social structures, and cultural practices through historical and contemporary lenses, particularly regarding Soviet influence and post-Taliban Afghanistan. Key contributions include grammatical analyses of Iranian languages and ethnographic studies of religious rituals and tribal systems. His recent publications (2016-2021) reveal consistent focus on Iranian language dynamics (especially Dari and Pashto), ethnic identity politics in Afghanistan, and cultural history of Central Asia. These works address language change mechanisms, ethnic consolidation strategies, and the interplay between tradition and modernity, often utilizing comparative linguistic and ethnographic methodologies. His scientific awards include: Heisenberg Fellow of the German Research Foundation Dr. Rzehak has held significant research positions including Research Associate in the Crossroads Asia Competence Network (2011-2016) and Heisenberg Fellow (2002-2011). While his CV does not list formal PhD advisees, his language lecturing and research supervision have mentored numerous students in Central Asian and Iranian studies through course instruction and fieldwork guidance. He has been actively involved in the Crossroads Asia Competence Network, a major interdisciplinary research initiative examining transregional connections and historical trajectories across Central, South, and West Asia.

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Nazune Menkaمشاهده پروفایل

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Seattle UniversityUnited States

Nazune Menka is an Assistant Professor of Law and Faculty Director of the Northwest Center for Indigenous Law at Seattle University School of Law. Formerly the Executive Director of Berkeley Law’s Center for Indigenous Law & Justice, she has held roles including Supervising Attorney in the Environmental Law Clinic and Lecturer. Her work focuses on Indigenous self-determination, tribal sovereignty, and decolonization. Education: J.D., University of Arizona, Indigenous Peoples Law & Policy Certificate (2018) M.S., University of Arizona, Soil, Water, & Environmental Science (2013) B.A., North Carolina State University, Communications (2002) Research Interests: Professor Menka’s scholarship addresses Indigenous legal frameworks, environmental justice, and constitutional law. She advocates for tribal sovereignty through legal reforms and coalition-building. Her environmental science background informs her work on toxicology and public health risks in tribal communities. Professional Contributions: She serves as Board Treasurer for the California Indian Law Association, Water Protector Legal Collective, and SACNAS. Her advocacy spans policy work in Alaska and Hawaii legislatures, and internships at federal agencies like the EPA and CDC. Labs/Teams: Leads the Northwest Center for Indigenous Law, advancing Native Nations’ legal capacity and decolonizing legal education. Founded UC Berkeley’s Decolonizing UC Berkeley course and collaborates on tribal cultural resource policy initiatives.

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Sunila Kaleمشاهده پروفایل

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University of WashingtonUnited States

Sunila Kale is a Professor at the Jackson School of International Studies , University of Washington. She serves as Chair and Director of the South Asian Studies program. Her work bridges Indian politics, political economy, and global development. Education: PhD in Government from University of Texas, Austin (2007); BA in Political Science from University of Chicago (1995). Her research explores: Energy and infrastructure politics in India Extractive industries and rural development Yoga studies and transnational cultural politics Capitalism and informal labor Recent work includes the book The Yoga of Power (2024) and studies on solar energy in Western India (2018) and rural land dispossession in China and India (2020). Her publications span journals like Energy Research & Social Science and Journal of Peasant Studies , often analyzing intersections of state, capital, and community. Grants and fellowships include: Fulbright-Hays Faculty Research Abroad Fellowship (2023-24, $40K) Carnegie Opportunity Fund (2020, 2019, $5K each) Harry Bridges Center grants (2024, 2020, $3K-$3.8K) She teaches courses like Introduction to Capitalism and Political Economy of India , advising MA students and contributing to interdisciplinary programs.

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Charlotte Cotéمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

University of WashingtonUnited States

Professor Charlotte Coté (Tseshaht/Nuu-chah-nulth) is a faculty member in the Department of American Indian Studies at the University of Washington. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from UC Berkeley and a B.A. in Political Science from Simon Fraser University. Her research focuses on Indigenous food sovereignty, traditional ecological knowledge, and environmental justice. She co-edits the Indigenous Confluences book series with UBC's Coll Thrush and chairs the wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ Intellectual House Advisory Committee. Dr. Coté teaches courses including Indigenous Food Sovereignty, Northwest Coast Cultures, and Indigenous Law. She actively serves on boards for the Burke Museum, Na-ah Illahee Fund, and NDN Collective. Her scholarship bridges academic rigor with community-centered narratives, exemplified in her award-winning works on whaling traditions and food sovereignty. Her recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches linking Indigenous philosophies with contemporary issues. She co-founded the annual Living Breath Indigenous Foods Symposium, fostering dialogue between scholars, activists, and community members.

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Jane Andersonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

New York UniversityUnited States

Dr. Jane Anderson is an Associate Professor of Anthropology and Museum Studies at New York University (NYU), with a Global Fellowship at the Engelberg Center for Innovation Law and Policy. She holds a Ph.D. in Law from the University of New South Wales (2004). Her research focuses on Indigenous knowledge sovereignty, intellectual property law, and decolonizing cultural heritage frameworks. She co-founded Local Contexts (2010), a non-profit advancing Indigenous governance of cultural heritage through TK/BC Labels, and co-directs ENRICH, an initiative promoting Indigenous data sovereignty. Anderson’s work includes digital repatriation projects with the Penobscot Nation and Passamaquoddy Tribe, emphasizing Indigenous protocols for cultural materials. Key achievements include a $2.5M Mellon Foundation grant (2023) and the Guardians of Culture and Lifeways Award (2023). Education: Ph.D. (Law, UNSW 2004); BA Honors (Sydney 1998); BA (Cultural Studies/Philosophy, Sydney 1997) Research interests span colonial governance, Indigenous data ethics, museum decolonization, and biocultural labeling. Notable projects include the Local Contexts Hub, TK Labels integration into institutional systems, and the IEEE P2890 Working Group on Indigenous data provenance. Anderson advises the Wabanaki Advisory Board on cultural heritage initiatives at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Grants: Mellon Foundation (2023, 2021); Luce Foundation (2022); NSF (2021); Minderoo Foundation (2020); NEH/NEA grants (2020-2011). Awards include the Merit Award (2013) and multiple fellowships (Rockefeller, Duke University, etc.). Labs/Teams: Co-Director of Local Contexts; ENRICH Co-Director; Board Member of the Abbe Museum (Maine).

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Jason Aamodtمشاهده پروفایل

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Oklahoma State UniversityUnited States

Jason Aamodt is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management at Oklahoma State University, where he teaches courses in Environmental Law, Natural Resources Law, Water Law, International Environmental Law, and Corporate and Sustainable Responsibility. He also previously served as Assistant Dean for Online Legal Education and taught at the University of Tulsa College of Law, contributing significantly to legal education with a focus on sustainability and tribal issues. His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Environmental Science from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Tulsa College of Law. Dr. Aamodt’s research centers on sustainable development, environmental justice, and tribal legal rights, with a particular emphasis on natural resource protection, energy access, and legal frameworks for sustainability. His work bridges law, policy, and environmental science, aiming to advance equitable and sustainable legal solutions. His recent publications explore conjunctive resource management, sustainable energy technologies for underserved populations, and lessons from China’s biogas programs. These works reflect a consistent focus on interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges, especially in the context of tribal and developing communities. National Law Journal Top-25 Jury Verdict (2013) Settled the fifth largest Indian Trust Accounting case Certified the first class action in Oklahoma based on an air dispersion model Established a new cause of action against the United States for Indian Tribes As both a practicing attorney and academic, Jason Aamodt advises on complex litigation involving Indian tribes, environmental contamination, and trust accounting. His professional work includes securing landmark legal victories and shaping policy through scholarly contributions. He is actively involved in grants and research initiatives related to sustainable development and environmental law, though specific funding sources are not detailed in the text. There is no mention of formal lab affiliations or research teams in the provided text, but his interdisciplinary research and teaching suggest collaboration across law, environmental science, and management disciplines.

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Sarah B. Johnstonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

University of CalgaryCanada

Sarah B. Johnston is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Arts. Her research focuses on energy and environmental economics, industrial organization, and policy analysis. She holds a PhD and has contributed significantly to understanding renewable energy adoption, climate policy impacts, and energy equity issues. Key research interests include evaluating policy instruments for renewable energy deployment, analyzing the socioeconomic effects of energy subsidies, and examining how legal and regulatory frameworks influence investment decisions in energy sectors. Her work integrates empirical methods with theoretical economic models to address real-world challenges such as grid reliability, air pollution disparities, and household energy vulnerability. Recent publications emphasize the intersection of energy infrastructure and public policy, including studies on interconnection queues for renewable projects, the implications of private backup power systems for grid stability, and the distributional impacts of EV subsidies. Her research often highlights equity concerns, particularly for marginalized communities like American Indian populations and low-income households. Dr. Johnston has authored/co-authored peer-reviewed articles in top journals such as the Journal of the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists and Nature Energy. She collaborates with institutions like NBER and maintains active working papers exploring grid expansion barriers and policy uncertainty effects. Contact: 412 Social Science Building, University of Calgary (AB, Canada) | sarah.johnston2@ucalgary.ca

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Catherine M. Brooksمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

Creighton UniversityUnited States

Catherine M. Brooks is a Professor at Creighton University School of Law, where she has served since joining the faculty in 1990 as an Associate Professor and earning tenure and promotion to full Professor by 1995. She designs and develops family law courses and innovative skills curricula for child advocacy, client counseling, and cultural competence, directing the certificate program in family law studies while coaching student teams to regional and national finalist positions in legal competitions. Her commitment extends beyond graduation as law alumni routinely consult her on complex family law matters including adoption, juvenile delinquency, and custody disputes. Her academic credentials include a BA ( in cursu honorum , summa cum laude ) and MA from Fordham University (1977), and a JD from the University of Virginia (1980). She holds membership in prestigious honor societies Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Sigma Nu, and Phi Delta Phi, and is licensed by the American Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar (state and federal), and Omaha Bar Association. Brooks' research centers on the legal treatment of vulnerable populations, with rigorous scholarship addressing justice rights of Native American children, equal access rights for children of LGBTQ+ parents, dignity rights of maltreated minors, and minors' refusal of medical treatment. She integrates social justice frameworks into legal pedagogy, emphasizing culturally competent lawyering and systemic reform for marginalized groups. Her work bridges theoretical analysis with practical application, notably through mediation advocacy and child welfare policy critiques. Publication trends reveal sustained focus on family law and children's rights since the 1990s, evolving from foundational juvenile court manuals to contemporary analyses of bankruptcy practice and bioethics. Recurring themes include inter-jurisdictional adoption conflicts, child sexual abuse in custody cases, and due process in institutional governance. Recent works prioritize skill-building resources for practitioners, reflecting her dedication to translating academic rigor into real-world legal solutions. Her accolades encompass professional recognition and academic honors: Ten Outstanding Young Omahans (1994) Phi Beta Kappa membership Alpha Sigma Nu membership Phi Delta Phi membership Brooks actively mentors students through skills competitions and alumnus consultations while securing nearly $500,000 in federal grants for a legal clinic and African American law student scholarships. She provides pro bono support to child welfare agencies and serves on the Creighton Inn of Court to guide new lawyers. Her grant work specifically targets equity in legal education and clinic-based child advocacy. She leads critical institutional initiatives as Chair of the University Committee on Rank & Tenure, creating comprehensive web resources (https://www.creighton.edu/provost/tenure-and-promotion), workshops for evaluators, and revisions to the Faculty Handbook. Previously, she created the Children's Rights Clinic at Seton Hall Law School and served as Assistant Deputy Public Defender in New Jersey, representing children in abuse cases for the Law Guardian Program.

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Richard W. Stoffleمشاهده پروفایل

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University of ArizonaUnited States

Richard W. Stoffle is a Professor of Anthropology and Research Anthropologist at the Bureau of Applied Research in Anthropology, University of Arizona. He leads an applied cultural anthropology team focusing on indigenous communities, environmental heritage, and sustainability. His work spans North America, the Caribbean, and the Bahamas, addressing topics like traditional ecological knowledge, climate change impacts, and cultural preservation in national parks. He has advised numerous students across undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate levels, fostering collaborative research and publications. Key projects include ethnographic studies at Arches, Canyonlands, and Hovenweep National Parks, as well as marine protected areas in the Bahamas and Dominican Republic. His research emphasizes bridging epistemological divides between Western science and Indigenous knowledge systems. Research Interests: Ethnobotany, traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), climate change resilience, Caribbean culture change, and social impact assessment. Notable projects include documenting Southern Paiute water uses, assessing heritage values at Effigy Mounds National Monument, and evaluating cultural impacts of climate change in the Bahamas. Current Projects: Ethnobotanical studies at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, examining climate change effects on culturally significant plants and potential regulatory changes affecting tribal plant collecting rights. Teaching: Courses include Ecological Anthropology, Ethnology of North America, and Alternative Ways of Knowing. His interdisciplinary approach integrates satellite imagery analysis and participatory methodologies to address complex heritage and environmental challenges.

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Prateep Nayakمشاهده پروفایل

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University of WaterlooCanada

Prateep Nayak is a Professor at the School of Environment, Enterprise and Development within the University of Waterloo. His academic focus combines political science, environmental studies, and international development through transdisciplinary research on human-environment connections. With expertise in commons governance, social-ecological resilience, environmental justice, and political ecology, he has taught courses like INDEV 100: Introduction to International Development SUSM 675: Governing the Commons INDEV 617: Environmental Change and Governance He has received prestigious awards including the Trudeau Scholarship, Harvard Giorgio Ruffolo Fellowship, Canada's Governor General Academic Gold Medal, and SSHRC Banting Fellowship. Professor Nayak's research explores social-ecological systems, emphasizing vulnerability-to-viability transitions in small-scale fisheries, gender dynamics in dried fish value chains, and multidimensional justice in coastal governance. His Google Scholar publications since 2017 highlight Asia-Africa comparative studies, marine protected areas, and policy frameworks for adaptive management. Article keywords reveal engagement with climate resilience, equity in resource access, and institutional pluralism in governance systems. Scientific awards include Trudeau Scholar Harvard Giorgio Ruffolo Fellow in Sustainability Science Canada's Governor General Academic Gold Medal SSHRC Banting Fellow His fieldwork experience includes development projects in India focusing on community-based governance of land, water, and forests at the research-implementation-policy interface. Current teaching aligns with his expertise in international development and environmental governance, while historical publications show long-term engagement with coastal systems analysis and regime shifts.

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Mark Careyمشاهده پروفایل

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University of OregonUnited States

Mark Carey is a Professor in Environmental Studies and Geography at the University of Oregon , where he leads research at the Glacier Lab ( glacierlab.uoregon.edu ). His work bridges environmental history, glaciology, and climate justice, focusing on the intersections of glaciers, society, and climate change in the Andes and Arctic. Research Interests Environmental History Glaciology and Society Climate Change Adaptation Environmental Justice Latin American Environmental Policy Arctic and Andean Cryospheric Studies Mark Carey’s recent publications emphasize sociocryospheric systems, glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) risks, and climate litigation. His interdisciplinary work combines historical analysis with contemporary climate science, highlighting vulnerabilities in mountain cryospheres and advocating for community-centered adaptation strategies. He has authored influential works like The Routledge Handbook of Environmental History (2023) and developed frameworks for analyzing climate justice in glacial regions. His Glacier Lab at the University of Oregon fosters collaborative research on global cryospheric changes, with a focus on Andean and Arctic regions. Carey’s career spans decades of CNH-funded research (2010) and leadership in integrating environmental history with climate policy, emphasizing the need for decolonized research methodologies and gender-inclusive adaptation strategies.

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Kristen A. Carpenterمشاهده پروفایل

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University of ColoradoUnited States

Kristen A. Carpenter serves as Council Tree Professor of Law and Director of the American Indian Law Program at the University of Colorado Law School. She is a leading scholar in American Indian Law, Indigenous rights, cultural property, and human rights with extensive international engagement. Professor Carpenter's research focuses on Indigenous peoples' rights in domestic and international contexts, with particular expertise in cultural property, religious freedom, language rights, and tribal sovereignty. Her work bridges legal theory with practical applications for Indigenous communities, examining how legal frameworks can better serve Indigenous self-determination and cultural preservation. Her scholarship reveals a consistent trajectory toward strengthening Indigenous rights through multiple legal frameworks. Early work established foundational concepts in cultural property and religious freedom, while more recent publications address emerging challenges in language preservation, international diplomacy, and migration. A significant portion of her research examines the practical implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. North American member of the UN Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (EMRIP), appointed in 2017 Justice of the Shawnee Tribe's inaugural Supreme Court Regular speaker at UN forums including the International Year of Indigenous Languages kickoff Author of influential casebook Case and Materials on Federal Indian Law Professor Carpenter actively engages with Indigenous communities through teaching, scholarship, and service. She directs the American Indian Law Program at Colorado Law, teaches courses in American Indian Law, Cultural Property Law, and Indigenous Peoples in International Law, and mentors students through the Native American Law Students Association. Her scholarship informs both academic discourse and practical legal strategies for Indigenous rights advocacy worldwide.

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Tammy Cowartمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Texas at TylerUnited States

Tammy Cowart is a Professor of Business Law at the Soules College of Business , University of Texas at Tyler. She serves as Chair of the Accounting, Finance & Business Law department and holds the Bart Brooks Professor of Ethics and Leadership title. Her academic career spans over two decades, with teaching and research focusing on legal and ethical frameworks in business contexts. J.D., Texas Tech University B.S., Texas A&M University Dr. Cowart's research interests center on intellectual property , corporate governance , privacy law , and ethical leadership . Her recent publications address pressing issues in patent ethics, algorithmic pricing fairness, and tax compliance. She has pioneered business ethics curricula approved for CPA candidates. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Outstanding Faculty Award (Texas Alpha Xi Chapter of Alpha Chi) Provost’s Excellence in Teaching Award Outstanding Student Organization Advisor Dr. Cowart has held administrative roles as Director of Undergraduate and Graduate Programs at Soules College of Business. She actively contributes to community organizations and legal associations, maintaining memberships in the State Bar of Texas, Academy of Legal Studies in Business, and Association for Practical and Professional Ethics.

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