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Laurence Piperمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban governance
• Democracy
• Informality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Laurence Piper is Professor of Political Studies at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, and holds a visiting professorship at University West in Sweden. His academic career bridges scholarship between Global North and Global South contexts with a focus on urban governance and democracy. Professor Piper's research centers on urban governance, democracy, and informality, particularly in South African and comparative Global South contexts. His work examines how democratic participation functions within complex urban governance frameworks where bureaucratic governance coexists alongside market, developmental and informal forms. He investigates how spatial, social, and political segregation persists even among physically proximate urban residents, challenging conventional understandings of democratic participation and governance. Professor Piper's publications reveal a consistent focus on urban politics in the Global South, with particular attention to how formal democratic institutions interact with alternative governance arrangements. His work spans theoretical contributions to democratic theory, empirical studies of urban governance in South Africa, and critical examinations of how political science as a discipline can be decolonized to better address Global South realities. President of South African Association of Political Studies (2016-2018) As an academic leader, Professor Piper has contributed significantly to advancing political science in South Africa. His presidency of SAAPS and his recent work on decolonizing political science demonstrate his commitment to reshaping the discipline to better address African contexts. His research provides valuable frameworks for understanding urban governance beyond Western-centric models. Professor Piper's work offers important insights into the complex realities of urban governance in the Global South, challenging conventional democratic theory while providing empirically grounded analysis of how cities actually function in contexts of rapid urbanization and economic globalization.

Matthew Spaldingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Constitutional Government
• American Political Thought
• U.S. History
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Matthew Spalding serves as the Kirby Professor in Constitutional Government at Hillsdale College and Dean of the Van Andel Graduate School of Government at Hillsdale College's Washington, D.C. campus. He concurrently holds the position of Vice President for Washington Operations, overseeing the Allan P. Kirby Jr. Center for Constitutional Studies and Citizenship and all academic programs in the nation's capital. His educational credentials include a B.A. from Claremont McKenna College and M.A./Ph.D. in government from Claremont Graduate School. Dr. Spalding's scholarly focus centers on constitutional interpretation, American founding principles, and political philosophy. His influential publications include We Still Hold These Truths and The Heritage Guide to the Constitution , reflecting deep engagement with originalist constitutional theory and America's founding documents. His leadership of the President's Advisory 1776 Commission further demonstrates his commitment to foundational American principles. His primary recognition includes: Fellow at the Claremont Institute for the Study of Statesmanship and Political Philosophy Dr. Spalding has taught at George Mason University, Catholic University of America, and Claremont McKenna College. While the text confirms his academic appointments across multiple institutions, specific student advisees and research grants are not detailed in the provided materials. His current residence in Arlington, Virginia with his Hillsdale alumna wife and children supports his operational base for Washington-focused academic work.

Dot McElhoneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Literacy Education
• Teacher-Student Discourse
• Reading Comprehension
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dot McElhone is a Professor in the Curriculum and Instruction Department at Portland State University's College of Education, where she serves as Program Coordinator of the Elementary Graduate Teacher Education Program, lead designer of the Licensure in Elementary Education Program (LEEP), and cohort leader for doctoral students in Educational Leadership. Her work bridges research, policy, and practice to advance educational equity through literacy instruction. Education: PhD in Curriculum and Teacher Education from Stanford University BS in Elementary Education and English from Vanderbilt University Teaching credential from Vanderbilt University Dr. McElhone's research centers on patterns of teacher-student talk around texts, examining how teachers press students to think further about interpretations, elaborate ideas, and support thinking with evidence. She investigates the use of video and discourse analysis for teacher professional development, with particular focus on literacy instruction across career stages. Her work addresses educational equity by generating knowledge to strengthen classroom literacy practices and inform statewide policy decisions, as evidenced by her advisory role with the Oregon Department of Education and Teacher Standards and Practices Commission. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on asset-based approaches to teacher education, historically responsive literacy practices, and the development of specialized teacher knowledge for reading comprehension instruction. Her work increasingly incorporates equity-centered frameworks and examines teacher preparation in contested educational spaces. Scientific Awards: National Academy of Education/Carnegie Corporation Pre-Doctoral Literacy Fellow (2008) Steven Stahl Research Grant from International Reading Association ($1,000) Dr. McElhone actively advises doctoral students and has secured significant grant funding including a Spencer Foundation award ($49,932) for examining teachers' specialized knowledge of reader-text interactions, Office of Academic Innovation funds ($190,978) for online course development, and Multnomah Clackamas Regional Educator Network funding ($33,768) for equity-focused summer seminars. She co-leads a project with Portland Public Schools recruiting caregiver volunteers to reinforce foundational literacy skills. As lead designer of PSU's new undergraduate Elementary Education major (LEEP), she has created innovative programming that integrates community partnerships and equity-centered approaches to teacher preparation, working closely with school districts through initiatives like USPREP to strengthen data-driven improvements in teacher education.

Ted Hearneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary classical composition
• Political and social commentary through music
• Genre fusion (jazz, pop, soul, gospel, electronica)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ted Hearne is a composer, singer, and bandleader who serves on the composition faculty at the University of Southern California. Praised by The New York Times for his 'tough edge and wildness of spirit,' and 'topical, politically sharp-edged works,' Hearne creates music inspired by the overlay of different viewpoints and their sonic possibilities. His compositions are personal, multi-dimensional works that often explore unconventional interactions of text and music, rooted in a sense of inquiry. Hearne's research interests center on politically engaged contemporary composition that blends multiple genres including jazz, pop, soul, gospel, electronica, and contemporary classical. His work frequently addresses social justice issues, American political history, and the intersection of text and music. Pitchfork called Hearne's work 'some of the most expressive socially engaged music in recent memory -- from any genre,' and Alex Ross wrote in The New Yorker that Hearne's music 'holds up as a complex mirror image of an information-saturated, mass-surveillance world, and remains staggering in its impact.' Hearne's major works include 'Sound From the Bench' (2018 Pulitzer Prize finalist), 'Place' (2021 Pulitzer Prize finalist and Grammy-nominated), and his upcoming recording 'Farming' with The Crossing. His compositions often take the form of multimedia theatrical pieces, operas, and choral works that examine themes of gentrification, corporate personhood, and American history. 2018 Pulitzer Prize finalist (for 'Sound From the Bench') 2021 Pulitzer Prize finalist (for 'Place') 2021 Grammy Award nominee (two categories for 'Place') 2014 New Voices Residency from Boosey and Hawkes Hearne's advising and collaborative work spans numerous institutions and artists. He has been commissioned by the San Francisco Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Royal Ballet and Opera, and New World Symphony. His collaborators include Erykah Badu, Pam Tanowitz, Taylor Mac, Damon Davis, and Daniel Fish, while his works have been conducted by Michael Tilson Thomas, John Adams, and Gustavo Dudamel. Currently, Hearne is working on a new operatic adaptation of Ursula K. Le Guin's 'The Dispossessed' scheduled to premiere in 2027. Hearne leads Unsettlement Music, a fluid ensemble of instrumentalists, vocalists, electronic musicians, and improvisers that tours with him and performs many of his large-scale works. This ensemble allows him to realize his complex, genre-blending compositions that require performers comfortable with both written and improvised elements across multiple musical traditions.

Karsten LEHMKÜHLERمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theological Anthropology
• Bioethics
• Human Enhancement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karsten LEHMKÜHLER serves as Professor of Systematic Theology/Ethics at the Faculty of Protestant Theology, University of Strasbourg since 2004. He holds office in the University Palace (Office 14) and maintains active research and teaching responsibilities within the theological faculty. His educational background includes Protestant theology studies in Basel, Erlangen and Strasbourg (Master's degree: 1989, Advanced Studies Diploma: 1990), followed by a Doctorate in Theology from the University of Erlangen (1995) and accreditation in systematic theology (2002). His academic journey progressed from Assistant at the Institut für systematische Theologie in Erlangen (1991-1998) to Lecturer at the Faculty of Protestant Theology in Strasbourg (1998-2004). Lehmkühler's research focuses on theological anthropology, bioethical issues, human enhancement, comparative theology, Dietrich Bonhoeffer studies, and ethics of language. His work bridges traditional theological concerns with contemporary ethical challenges, particularly in medical ethics and human identity questions. He has developed significant expertise in the theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and its applications to modern ethical dilemmas. His publication record shows consistent scholarly output from 1996 to 2021, with recent work addressing pandemic ecclesiology, truth virtues, religious education, spatial theology, and reproductive ethics. His articles demonstrate a consistent focus on ethical dimensions of theological concepts, with particular attention to how traditional theological frameworks apply to contemporary moral challenges. Johann-Tobias-Beck-Preis (TVG/AfeT) for doctoral thesis (1997) Member of Consultative Special Commission of Protestant Theology (since 2012) Member of editorial board of 'Lieux théologiques' collection Member of Committee for Protection of Persons (CPP) Alsace IV (2005-2015) Co-director of University Diploma in socio-religious mediation Member of Association of Theologians for Study of Morality (ATEM) Lehmkühler serves as statutory researcher at the Center for Sociology of Religions and Social Ethics (CSRES) and participates in the Doctoral School of Theology and Religious Sciences (ED 270). His collaborative work includes co-authoring publications with scholars like Nicolas Pujol and Marc Vial, and he has contributed to international theological dialogues including Protestant-Orthodox conversations. His institutional involvement extends to the Research Unit 4378 (Protestant Theology), international theological associations, and editorial responsibilities for theological publications. His leadership roles in ethics commissions demonstrate practical application of his scholarly work to contemporary moral questions.

Nadya Nedelskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Human Rights
• Ethnicity
• Nationalism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nadya Nedelsky serves as a Professor of International Studies at Macalester College, holding her academic office in Carnegie Hall, Room 409. She teaches core courses including Introduction to International Human Rights, Ethnicity and Nationalism in Central and Eastern Europe, and Transitional Justice, with contact available via telephone at 651-696-6479 or email at nedelsky@macalester.edu. Her educational qualifications are as follows: BA: magna cum laude , Augustana College (SD), 1992 MA: University of Toronto, 1994 PhD: University of Toronto, 2001 Professor Nedelsky's research centers on the intersection of international human rights frameworks with ethnic nationalism and civic identity formation in post-communist societies. Her work critically examines how states negotiate majority national identity while protecting minority rights, with specialized focus on Czech and Slovak political development after 1989. This scholarship extends to broader themes of democratization processes, citizenship models, and the institutionalization of transitional justice mechanisms across Central and Eastern Europe. Her major publications demonstrate a sustained analytical trajectory through three key works: the monograph Defining the Sovereign Community (2009) establishes foundational arguments about national identity construction, while the co-edited Encyclopedia of Transitional Justice (2013) and Post-Communist Transitional Justice (2015) expand this framework to examine practical justice mechanisms. Collectively, these works reveal consistent engagement with how post-authoritarian societies reconcile historical injustices while building inclusive political communities, particularly through legal and constitutional innovations in Central European contexts.

• Spanish Literature
• Contemporary Spanish Fiction
• Comics and Graphic Novels
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sarah D. Harris is a Professor at Bennington College's Isabelle Kaplan Center for Languages and Cultures, where she has taught since 2009 through Spring 2025. She holds a PhD in Hispanic Languages and Literatures from UCLA, an MA in Spanish from UCLA, and a BA in Spanish and International Studies from Yale University. Harris previously served as Associate Dean for Advising (2020-2022) and Dean of Faculty (2021-2024), demonstrating significant institutional leadership alongside her scholarly work. Her research focuses on contemporary Spanish fiction, sequential art (comics), trauma and memory studies, Peninsular film, migration, monstrosity, and gender and identity studies. Harris was a visiting researcher in Spanish literature at the Universidad de Oviedo and recipient of the José Monleón postdoctoral fellowship for research and teaching. Harris's scholarship reveals how comics uniquely process historical trauma, particularly regarding the Spanish Civil War and Franco dictatorship. Her work examines the visual-verbal metaphors in Spanish graphic narratives that represent historical memory, trauma, and intergenerational transmission of memory. She has published extensively on authors including Paco Roca, Pedro Almodóvar, Carlos Giménez, and Francisco de Goya. Her publications show a consistent trajectory exploring how Spanish comics represent historical trauma and memory, with particular attention to visual metaphors, intergenerational transmission, and the relationship between national memory and personal narrative. The articles demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement with trauma theory, memory studies, visual culture, and Spanish history. 2025 Whiting Fellow (Marion and Jasper Whiting Foundation) Harris has advised numerous students in Spanish literature, comics studies, and film studies. Her research has been supported by prestigious fellowships including the José Monleón postdoctoral fellowship. She has presented her work at international conferences on Iberian studies, comics studies, and trauma studies. She has contributed significantly to the development of comics studies as a legitimate academic field, particularly regarding Spanish graphic narratives. Her work connects literary analysis with visual culture studies to reveal how comics uniquely process historical trauma in post-dictatorship Spain.

• Classical Philology
• Greek Studies
• Comparative Literature
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Irena Radová serves as Associate Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Arts at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic, where she leads the Department of Classical Studies. Her academic leadership extends across university governance through the Rector's Board, Scientific Council Commission, and Council for Sustainable Development. Her research centers on Classical Philology, Greek Studies, and Ancient Mythology with specialization in heroic myths, Argonautica narratives, and Callimachean poetry. She examines cross-cultural myth transmission between Greek and Roman traditions while exploring educational applications of classical texts in modern contexts. Recent publications reveal evolving focus from mythological analysis (2015-2020) toward political dimensions of antiquity including freedom of speech concepts and democratic principles. Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with both primary textual analysis and contemporary reception studies. Radová actively mentors emerging scholars through the 'Laetae segetes' International PhD Student Conference series and supervises graduate research in Classical Greek Language and Literature programs. Her academic service includes directing the Summer School of Classical Studies and coordinating curriculum development for Latin pedagogy.

• Contemporary Philosophy
• History of Philosophy
• Philosophy of Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. PhDr. Josef Krob, CSc. serves as Head of the Department of Philosophy at Masaryk University's Faculty of Arts in Brno, Czech Republic. His office is located in building A/A.114 at Arna Nováka 1, 602 00 Brno, with contact information including phone 549 49 4308 and email jokr@phil.muni.cz. Krob holds the academic rank of Professor and maintains active involvement in university governance through multiple academic bodies including the Economic Commission, Scientific Council Commission, and Industry Council of the Faculty of Arts, as well as the Information Technology Council and Internal Evaluation Board of Masaryk University. Professor Krob's research focuses primarily on contemporary philosophy, with significant contributions in history of philosophy, epistemology, and innovative approaches to philosophical education. His scholarly work demonstrates particular interest in the intersection of philosophy with science fiction, technological developments, and modern societal challenges. Krob has led numerous research projects examining contemporary philosophical trends, including the multi-year 'Aspects of Contemporary Philosophy' series and 'Philosophy in Science Fiction' initiative. His recent work also addresses philosophy's role in building resilient societies, reflecting his commitment to applying philosophical insights to current global challenges. Krob's recent publications reveal a consistent scholarly trajectory examining contemporary philosophical thought through historical and applied lenses. His work spans theoretical philosophy, particularly in epistemology and contemporary metaphysics, while also addressing practical applications of philosophy in education and society. The 'Aspects of Contemporary Philosophy' series demonstrates his comprehensive approach to mapping current philosophical discourse across multiple dimensions including analytic and continental traditions, philosophical methodology, and specialized areas like philosophy of mind and language. As an administrator, Professor Krob contributes significantly to academic governance through his membership on various university committees. His leadership extends to overseeing departmental operations and contributing to faculty-wide strategic initiatives, particularly those related to curriculum development and educational innovation in philosophy. In his teaching capacity, Krob has been involved in developing innovative educational materials, including audiovisual resources for philosophy courses. His projects indicate a strong commitment to enhancing philosophy education through digital tools and interdisciplinary approaches, particularly for students outside traditional philosophy programs.

John T. Ragoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminal Justice
• Conviction Integrity
• Wrongful Convictions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor John T. Rago is a faculty member at Duquesne University's Thomas R. Kline School of Law, teaching Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Wrongful Convictions, and Veterans Clinic courses. He also contributes to the Bayer School Forensic Science and Law graduate program, focusing on conviction integrity initiatives through collaborative policy-making and science-based best practices for law enforcement, prosecutors, and indigent defense communities. His educational background includes: J.D., Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University B.A., Duquesne University Rago's research centers on systemic criminal justice reforms, emphasizing evidence-based eyewitness identification, electronic interrogation recording, and police body camera implementation (Act 22 of 2017). He pioneers holistic defense models for indigent representation, diversion programs for non-violent offenders with mental health challenges, and cross-sector collaboration between criminal justice and public health systems. His work addresses constitutional frameworks for actual innocence claims and memory science applications to reduce false confessions. His publications analyze wrongful conviction patterns and policy solutions, notably examining Pennsylvania's reform efforts through legislative advocacy and stakeholder collaboration. The 2006 article explores systemic barriers to innocence reform, while the 2003 work investigates DNA testing's constitutional implications in post-conviction contexts. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Rago serves as special counsel to Allegheny County's Criminal Justice Advisory Board and chairs the Center for Victims Board. His advisory roles include the Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing (appointed by Chief Justices Saylor and Todd), Parolee Homicide Review Team (appointed by Governors Wolf and Shapiro), and Pennsylvania Bar Institute's Jury Instructions Committee. He co-edits the upcoming Taylor & Francis textbook Forensic Science and Law: 21st Century Advances and Challenges , addressing ethics, bias, and scientific-law integration. Current initiatives involve Allegheny County stakeholders on criminal statute reforms, learning disability accommodations in justice settings, and expanding the Veterans Court model. His 2024-2025 engagements include Geneva College's Pillars of Truth program and Pennsylvania Conference of State Trial Judges presentations.

• Transitional Justice
• Development Studies
• Colombian Conflict
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Line Jespersgaard Jakobsen serves as a Research Fellow at the Department of Food and Resource Economics within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in the Section for Global Development. Based at Rolighedsvej 23 in Frederiksberg, Denmark, her work bridges academic research and practical development challenges with regional expertise in Colombia. Contact details include email line@ifro.ku.dk and phone +4535329420. Her research program critically examines: Transitional justice implementation in post-conflict societies, particularly Colombia's adaptation of global norms Corporate complicity in conflict through counterinsurgency practices and extractive industry operations Ethnographic analyses of coal mining sites, corporate complaints mechanisms, and community-corporate power dynamics Land dispossession risks facing artisanal miners and alternative livelihood frameworks Political ecology of resource extraction and corporate social responsibility ambiguities Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals a methodological commitment to ethnographic fieldwork combined with critical policy analysis. Her work demonstrates how global transitional justice scripts are negotiated locally while exposing corporate strategies in conflict-affected extractive zones. Key thematic clusters include corporate accountability in post-conflict settings, subjectivity formation in mining communities, and tension between global norms and local realities. No scientific awards, fellowships, or major prizes were documented in available sources. Information regarding graduate student supervision, research grant acquisition, or dedicated laboratory facilities remains unspecified beyond her affiliation with the Section for Global Development.