جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Xiaoping Linمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Dementia
• Mental Health
• Health Service Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Xiaoping Lin is a Research Fellow at the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, affiliated with the Clinical Outcomes Data Reporting and Research Program (CORRP). She holds expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods, focusing on mental health, dementia, and health service evaluation with a special emphasis on Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. She has secured over $700,000 in research funding as a Chief Investigator, primarily in aging and cultural diversity. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health equity and quality education. Dr Lin has co-led projects such as the MINDSET Study (improving interpreter use in dementia assessments) and research on rural-urban disparities in dementia diagnosis. She serves on the Editorial Board of Clinical Gerontologist and has received awards including the AAAPC Travelling Fellowship (2017) and DCRC Conference Grant (2020). Her research addresses systemic barriers in healthcare access and aims to optimize care for older Australians and their families through evidence-based interventions and policy advocacy.

Anna Malewska-Szałyginمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Anthropology
• Media Studies
• Rural Sociology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr hab. Anna Malewska-Szałygin is a Professor in the Department of Political and Economic Anthropology at the University of Warsaw's Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. She serves as Head of her department, Chair of the Teaching Council, and member of multiple institutional and national academic committees. Her research focuses on social imaginaries, media reception in rural Poland, and political spaces in online and offline contexts. Notable projects include studies on Podhale villages' perceptions of state authority (1999–2005), refugee integration dynamics (2023–2025), and online political discourse analysis. She has led ethnographic workshops on topics like 'Dynamics of Social Imaginations' and collaborated with organizations such as Carrefour Polska on consumer behavior studies. Her work bridges anthropology with sociology, emphasizing rural-urban contrasts and post-socialist transformations. Publications span over three decades, reflecting deep engagement with Polish and global anthropological debates. Education background inferred from academic roles: Likely holds a PhD in Anthropology from University of Warsaw, though specifics are not explicitly stated. Research spans ethnographic studies in Podhale, Masuria, and beyond, with a focus on local knowledge systems and power dynamics. She has curated exhibitions (e.g., Dom Pamięci Zofii Ryży in Adampol) and contributed to public outreach through initiatives like Uniwersytet Dzieci. Grants and collaborations include projects funded by the National Academy of Sciences and corporate partnerships. Advising involves mentoring students in fieldwork and research projects, though specific student names are not listed. Her work emphasizes applied anthropology, linking academic research to societal issues like refugee integration and media literacy. Labs/teams: Ethnographic Laboratory subject coordinator, leading fieldwork in Nowy Targ district and other rural regions. Active in interdisciplinary networks like Katorep Seminars and Food Seminars at the Institute of Ethnology and Cultural Anthropology.

Marcin Mazurمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cartography
• Rural Geography
• Urban-Rural Continuum
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marcin Mazur is a retired professor at the Department of Rural Geography and Local Development, Institute of Geography and Spatial Organization (IGiPZ PAN) of the Polish Academy of Sciences. He has been affiliated with IGiPZ PAN since 2007, contributing extensively to cartography and rural development studies. Holding a Master’s degree from Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin (2002-2007), his research focuses on cartographic methodologies, map perception, urban-rural continuum dynamics, and suburban zone transformations. He served as cartographic editor for the Agricultural Atlas of Poland (2007-2010) and has authored/co-authored 27 scientific publications, including works in English. His research interests emphasize the application of cartographic methods to analyze rural development, spatial policy, and socio-economic indicators. Mazur has explored topics such as voting behavior in rural Poland, ICT adoption in agriculture, and functional classifications of local administrative units (gminas). His scholarship from the Faculty of Biology and Earth Sciences (2003-2007) supported his early academic trajectory. Mazur’s publications span cartographic theory, rural governance, and regional development, with notable contributions to the analysis of peripheral regions in Central-East Europe and Visegrad countries. His work integrates spatial analysis with policy implications, addressing challenges in rural-urban transitions and socio-economic disparities.

• Secularization in Western Societies
• Protestantism in Canada
• Canadian Religious History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kevin Flatt is a Professor of History and Associate Dean of Humanities at Redeemer University, with affiliations including the Institute for Religion, Culture, and Societal Futures at the University of Waterloo. He holds a PhD from McMaster University (2009), MA from the University of Western Ontario (2004), and BA from the University of Waterloo (2003). His teaching focuses on modern Canadian, European, and Middle Eastern history, with courses exploring topics like secularization, religious conflict, and denominational dynamics. Flatt’s research examines secularization in Western societies, Canadian Protestantism, and the history of mainline churches. His work has been featured in prominent media outlets such as the New York Times and Washington Post , reflecting its societal relevance. Notable publications include After Evangelicalism: The Sixties and the United Church of Canada (2013) and his 2023 article on secularization theory. His research bridges historical analysis with contemporary debates about religion’s role in education, institutions, and culture. Flatt’s recent articles emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, addressing themes like university secularization, congregational attrition, and theological innovation. His work often highlights the tension between denominational identity and modern societal changes, with a focus on Canada’s religious landscape. Collaborations with sociologists like David M. Haskell and Steven Burgoyne reflect his interest in quantitative and qualitative studies of religious communities. Though no formal awards are listed, Flatt’s media engagement and academic publications underscore his influence in religious studies and historical scholarship. His research and teaching positions reflect a commitment to integrating faith with academic rigor, particularly in humanities education.

Tirth Bhattaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medical Sociology
• Social Stratification
• Mental Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tirth Bhatta is an Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). His research focuses on medical sociology, social stratification, and aging studies, with a particular emphasis on later-life health disparities, structural forces, and psychological well-being. He investigates how socioeconomic status, race, gender, and historical contexts shape health outcomes across the life course. Bhatta’s work employs advanced statistical methods, including causal inference, to explore education-based inequalities in health and cross-national dynamics. His research spans global issues like healthcare access in Tanzania, functional limitations in India, and the intersection of gender and socioeconomic status in Nepal. He also examines the role of psychological resources such as altruism and spirituality in mitigating health disparities. His publications appear in journals such as Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences and Journal of Aging and Health . Key themes include racial paradoxes in psychological well-being, the impact of contemplative practices on memory, and the sociohistorical changes influencing education-health gradients. Bhatta’s research extends to vulnerable populations, such as college student veterans and immigrant elders, exploring interventions to promote resilience and mental health. His work underscores the need for structural solutions to address systemic inequities in healthcare and aging outcomes.

Adam Chamberlainمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Organizations
• Public Opinion
• State Politics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Adam Chamberlain is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Political Science at Coastal Carolina University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2010) and has been affiliated with Coastal Carolina University since 2010. His research focuses on political organizations , public opinion , state politics , and American political history , with a particular emphasis on large, federated voluntary membership associations from the 1860s-1920s. His work spans topics such as racialized organizations, pandemic political effects, and the role of civil society in policy adoption. His publications analyze trends in fraternal organizations , social movements , and political mobilization across the Gilded Age and Progressive Era. Articles frequently engage with themes like institutional ecology , group dynamics , and historical political networks .

Miglena Sternadoriمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender and media
• Magazine studies
• Media effects
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Miglena Sternadori is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Journalism and Creative Media Industries at Texas Tech University's College of Media & Communication. She also serves as Director of Women's & Gender Studies. With a background as a journalist in Bulgaria and the U.S., Sternadori brings practical experience to her academic work focusing on gender, media, and social justice. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. from University of Missouri (2008) M.A. from University of Missouri (2005) Sternadori's research employs diverse theoretical frameworks to explore gender, sexuality, and social justice in media. She bridges quantitative and qualitative methodologies, examining stereotypes as both cultural narratives and cognitive shortcuts. Her work focuses on how news routines shape media content and how audiences interpret it, with particular interest in gender representation across various media formats. Her recent publications reveal strong trends in feminist media studies, examining femvertising, gender-neutral bathroom discourse, and intersex representation in journalism. Sternadori's work consistently connects advertising, political communication, and gender studies, demonstrating how media both reflects and shapes societal attitudes toward gender and sexuality. Among her recognitions: Richard and Sharon Cutler Faculty Award in Liberal Arts (2011) Sternadori has developed an extensive teaching portfolio including skills courses (Basic Newswriting, Reporting, News Editing), theory courses (Global Journalism, Gender and Media), and graduate courses (Research Methods, Media Ethics). Her constructivist teaching philosophy emphasizes long-term skill development and integration of new perspectives within students' cognitive schemas. As lead editor of the Handbook of Magazine Studies (2020) and author of Mediated Eros: Sexual Scripts Within and Across Cultures (2015), Sternadori has established herself as a significant contributor to media scholarship with a particular focus on gendered media representations and their societal implications.

Kelly L. Jenksمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cultural Resource Management
• Historical Archaeology
• Archaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kelly L. Jenks is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at New Mexico State University (NMSU). Her expertise spans Cultural Resource Management, Historical Archaeology, and Anthropology, with a focus on social identities in multicultural colonial contexts. She specializes in the American Southwest/Southern Plains, analyzing material culture and spatial patterns to understand identity formation in multiethnic communities. Her research includes projects like the San Miguel del Vado Archaeological Project, exploring how colonial communities constructed shared civic identities, and the Cañón de Carnué Archaeological Project, collaborating with local stakeholders. She also leads the New Mexico Rural Heritage Oral History Project, documented in a podcast series. Dr. Jenks serves as Vice Chair of the New Mexico Culture Properties Review Committee and teaches core courses in Cultural Resource Management (CRM), emphasizing legal frameworks and practical applications. Her academic work bridges archaeology and ethnohistory, addressing themes like cultural contact, colonialism, and heritage preservation. Recent publications explore topics such as diasporic material culture, frontier settlements, and civic identity in late colonial New Mexico. She actively engages in archaeological field schools and lab techniques training, contributing to both academic scholarship and community-driven heritage initiatives.

Brad Weissمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Anthropology
• Food Studies
• Urban Culture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Brad Weiss is a Professor of Anthropology at the College of William & Mary. His research focuses on cultural transformation, value systems, and the intersections of place, identity, and globalization. He holds a PhD from the University of Chicago (1992) and has conducted extensive fieldwork in Tanzania and the United States. His work bridges topics like East African social dynamics, hip-hop culture, and contemporary food systems. Education: PhD, Anthropology, University of Chicago (1992) MA, Anthropology, University of Chicago (1986) BA, Religion, Dartmouth College (1984), Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa Research Interests: Value systems and cultural valuation Urban popular culture (e.g., hip-hop in Tanzania) Food studies (e.g., heritage breed pork in North Carolina) Globalization and local identity Awards & Honors: ACLSON Frederick Burkhardt Residential Fellowship (2003-2004) Doctoral Dissertation Awarded with Distinction (University of Chicago) Award-winning book: *Real Pigs: Shifting Values in the Field of Local Pork* (2016) Grants & Service: Directed the Program in African Studies at William & Mary (2002-2006) Edited *Cultural Anthropology* (2019-2022) and *Journal of Religion in Africa* (2005-2008) Recipient of multiple research grants, including from the Wenner-Gren Foundation and NEH Key Projects: Long-term ethnographic work in Tanzania, including studies of coffee production and urban barbershop culture Current research on North Carolina’s heritage breed pork industry and its cultural significance

Andrew Witmerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nineteenth-century United States
• Local history
• U.S. in the world
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew Witmer is a Professor in the History Department at James Madison University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia. His research focuses on 19th-century U.S. history, particularly examining locality, community dynamics, and transnational connections. Notable works include Here and Everywhere Else: Small-Town Maine and the World , which won the 2023 New England Society Book Award and AASLH Award of Excellence. His academic contributions span digital humanities, religious history, and historical methodology. Witmer has delivered lectures on rural post-Civil War America for C-SPAN and pioneered 3D modeling applications in religious history. He has held prestigious fellowships at the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, University of Pennsylvania, and University of Virginia. Education: Ph.D., University of Virginia Awards: 2023 New England Society Book Award; 2023 AASLH Award of Excellence; Mellon Foundation Fellowships Research Interests: U.S. local history, transnational networks, digital humanities pedagogy, and religion's role in societal structures His advising and grants highlight interdisciplinary innovation, with recent work emphasizing values-driven digital education frameworks. Witmer actively engages in public history initiatives, including historical lectures and collaborative research on historical artifacts.

Peter Schuurmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Religious Studies
• Sociology of Religion
• Megachurch Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Schuurman is a part-time Adjunct Professor in Religion and Theology at Redeemer University, where he has taught since 2008. His academic focus centers on megachurch dynamics, charismatic leadership, and religious diversity in North America. He earned his Ph.D. in Religious Studies from the University of Waterloo in 2016, with a dissertation analyzing Bruxy Cavey’s The Meeting House megachurch. His academic work spans books like The Subversive Evangelical (2019) and peer-reviewed articles exploring megachurch sociology and liturgical identity. He also contributes to platforms like Christian Courier and co-authored Follow Me: Daily Readings for Disciples . Schuurman’s research bridges theology, sociology, and cultural critique, addressing modern evangelicalism’s challenges and adaptations in secular contexts. He leads Global Scholars Canada, equipping Christian academics for cross-cultural work. His writing spans academic journals, popular essays, and a reflective blog Sensus Divinitatis , covering topics from megachurch leadership to biblical literacy. Education: Ph.D. (Religious Studies, University of Waterloo, 2016); M.Div. (McMaster Divinity School, 2003); M.A. (Sociology, Queen’s University, 1995); B.A. (Sociology, Calvin University, 1993). Three years of undergraduate studies at Redeemer University. Teaching: Courses include World Religions, Youth Culture and Spiritual Formation, and Leadership in Ministry. His pedagogical focus integrates social sciences with theological reflection. Publications emphasize megachurches’ role in secular North America, charismatic leadership, and evangelical identity. Recent works analyze Canadian megachurch expansion, liturgical identity crises, and the tension between traditional and contemporary worship practices. Awards: None explicitly listed, though his contributions to Global Scholars Canada reflect scholarly leadership. Professional Roles: Executive Director of Global Scholars Canada since 2008, fostering Christian academic engagement worldwide. Active in mentoring PhD students through cross-disciplinary networks.

Arno Kourulaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• International Business
• Sustainability
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Arno Kourula is a Professor at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Economics and Business, specializing in the Section Strategy & International Business. His research focuses on corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainability, international business strategies, and development studies. Notably, he has contributed to frameworks linking business practices with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. His academic career includes roles in shaping CSR policies and examining corporate interactions with civil society organizations. He has published extensively on topics such as sustainability partnerships, ethical governance, and the role of NGOs in corporate accountability. Recent work explores sustainability innovation in low-income contexts and the implications of globalization on corporate ethics. Key Research Themes: CSR, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Multinational Enterprises (MNEs), Global Governance, Environmental Management. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, including influential works on MNE-civil society dynamics and inclusive innovation. Awards: While no specific awards are listed, his contributions have been recognized through academic leadership roles and invitations to international conferences. Prof. Kourula actively engages in policy discussions, particularly around public CSR policies and the role of governments in regulating business conduct. He collaborates with international organizations to develop frameworks for sustainable business practices and inclusive development.

• Regional Economics
• Urban Economics
• Sustainability
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Eveline van Leeuwen is a Professor and Chairholder of the Urban Economics group at Wageningen University & Research. She holds a PhD in Economics from VU Amsterdam (2008) and an MSc in Land Use Planning from Wageningen University (2002). Her research focuses on regional and urban economic interactions, agent-based modeling, and sustainable development. Key interests include circular economy, urban-rural relations, and well-being. She has been recognized with two Best Paper Awards and actively contributes to national advisory roles, such as the National Park Committee. Current projects explore regional food systems, energy transitions, and urban green inequality. Affiliations: Urban Economics group, Wageningen University & Research Expertise: Regional economics, agent-based modeling, sustainability, urban-rural dynamics. Her research integrates micro and macro approaches, with recent work emphasizing circular food systems, energy retrofit investments, and urban green space equity. She leads interdisciplinary projects on policy design for sustainable transitions and advises on national park development. Teaching includes courses on energy governance, urban environmental challenges, and regional economics. Publications reflect a focus on sustainability transitions, spatial modeling, and policy analysis, with over 100 peer-reviewed articles. Recent works address circular economy scalability, anti-establishment politics in urban contexts, and household energy decision-making. Awards: Two Best Paper Awards (details unspecified), invited presentations globally. Grants & Projects: Leads initiatives on food systems, energy districts, and urban regeneration, often collaborating with regional governments and entrepreneurs. Her lab, Urban Economics, fosters innovation in simulation models and policy evaluation, addressing challenges like climate change and urban inequality.

• History and theory of 20th-century architecture and urbanism
• Project management and urban development
• Stakeholder analysis in urban planning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michel Max Raynaud is a full Professor at the Faculty of Planning (Faculté de l'aménagement) , Université de Montréal, where he teaches project management and urban design. He serves as Vice-Doyen aux études supérieures since August 2023 and directs the Ivanhoe Cambridge Observatory for Urban and Real Estate Development. His career combines academic rigor with extensive international practice in urban planning and architecture. PhD in Urban Planning (Université de Montréal, 2010) Diplômé de l'École nationale supérieure d'architecture de Versailles (1974) DPLG Architect (France, 1972) Research Focus : Urban security in public spaces Governance of metropolitan areas in developed/developing countries Stakeholder roles in urban projects Post-conflict urban reconstruction History of 20th-century urbanism Article Trends show consistent engagement with urban theory, stakeholder dynamics, and security challenges. His 2017-2018 works on Sub-Saharan African urbanism and abandoned urban structures reveal interdisciplinary interests in postcolonial urbanism and digital urbanism. Supervision includes doctoral and master's theses on urban security, housing governance, and metropolitan transit planning. He leads the CODEX case study collection and collaborates with UN-Habitat on sustainable African urbanism through the RÉSAUD network.

• Social History of the Greek World
• History of Gender
• History of Old Age and the Elderly
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Nadine Bernard is a Senior Lecturer in Greek History at the University of Bordeaux-Montaigne. She holds a Doctorate (HDR) in History from the same institution (2020) and a PhD from Paris X-Nanterre (1997). Her research focuses on social history of the Greek world, gender studies, aging in antiquity, and Hellenistic central Greece. She has taught at multiple levels, including undergraduate and graduate courses on Greek history, gender, and iconography. Education : - HDR, University of Bordeaux-Montaigne (2020) - PhD, University of Paris X-Nanterre (1997) - Aggregation of History Research Themes : 1. Social dynamics in ancient Greece, with emphasis on gender roles and family structures. 2. Aging and elderly status in classical and Hellenistic societies. 3. Historical analysis of central Greece and northern Greek kingdoms during the Hellenistic period. Publications : Her work includes monographs like Women and Society in Classical Greece (2003) and peer-reviewed articles exploring topics such as elderly marginalization in comedy and female leadership in ancient kingdoms. Recent publications (2021) address intergenerational relations and aging in family contexts. Teaching : She has lectured at the University of Bordeaux-Montaigne and held a secondment at the Pontificia Catholic University of Lima (2006–2007), teaching Greek history and social history of art.