Bård Erlend Solstad is an Associate Professor at the Department of Sport Science and Physical Education, University of Agder. His research focuses on youth sports psychology, athlete development, and coach education, with a particular emphasis on the impact of training loads, motivation, and injury prevention in young athletes. He holds a postdoctoral fellowship from the Norwegian Research Centre for Children and Youth Sports (2017–2020) and was a Research Fellow at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences (2012–2017). Key affiliations: ROPE (Research in Outdoor and Physical Education), SPADE (Sports Performance and Athlete Development Environments). Research interests include the psychological aspects of sport injury, perfectionism in elite performers, and the motivational climate in youth sports. His work integrates qualitative and quantitative methods to address issues like athlete well-being, coaching practices, and retention in organized sports. Recent studies have explored factors influencing dropout rates in youth soccer and the efficacy of interventions like the FUEL program for female endurance athletes. Solstad has advised on coach education initiatives, emphasizing empowering coaching behaviors and the psychological needs of athletes. He collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to advance athlete development programs and policy recommendations.
Laura Hammond is a Senior Lecturer in Forensic and Investigative Psychology and Director of the Crime and Society Research Centre at Birmingham City University. Her work emphasizes real-world impact through collaboration with police forces, victim support charities, and national organizations like the Home Office and Ministry of Justice. She focuses on investigative processes, victim experiences, and evidence-based policy.
Dr. Dale Ballucci is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Western University. Her research focuses on socio-legal studies, criminology, and policing, emphasizing qualitative methodologies. She examines how authorities use risk tools, digital technologies, and discretionary power in decision-making within criminal justice, immigration, and refugee systems. Education: PhD in Sociology from the University of Alberta Her research interests include risk governance, digital evidence, legal regulation of youth, immigration policy, intimate partner violence, human trafficking, and correctional decision-making. She aims to inform policy reforms to enhance equity in criminal justice practices. Her recent publications analyze crime analysts' expanding power, digital technologies' impact on sex crime policing, police responses to human trafficking, and risk-driven governance in policing strategies. These works highlight intersections between technology, policy, and procedural justice. No scientific awards are listed. No advising/grants details are provided in the text. Her work is associated with the Department of Sociology at Western University's Social Science faculty.
Dr. Carmen Gill is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), specializing in domestic violence research. She joined UNB full-time in 2014 after a decade as Director of the Muriel McQueen Fergusson Centre for Family Violence Research. Her work focuses on police intervention in intimate partner violence (IPV), domestic homicide, and systemic justice responses to victims and perpetrators. She leads a national project on coercive control and police protocols with the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police. Previously, she directed a 10-year observatory analyzing justice system responses to IPV. Her research employs mixed methods, including surveys, judicial file analysis, interviews, and focus groups with survivors and police. Key areas include IPV risk assessment, domestic homicide trends in New Brunswick (1999–2018), and police cultural barriers to effective intervention. She collaborates with community organizations and law enforcement agencies to inform policy and practice reforms. Her publications span policing strategies, risk assessment tools, and systemic reforms, with a focus on gendered violence dynamics. Current projects emphasize coercive control frameworks and improving criminal justice system responses. She advises students in criminology, gender relations, and family violence studies. Dr. Gill’s work has directly influenced national police training protocols and policy frameworks through her leadership in developing the Canadian IPV risk assessment framework and collaborative police action guidelines.
Nvard A. Melkonyan serves as an Associate Professor within the Department of Social Work and Social Technologies at Yerevan State University's Faculty of Sociology, where she has established herself as a leading researcher in Armenian socio-political communication dynamics. Her academic profile reflects deep engagement with contemporary societal transformations, particularly through the lens of digital media and political discourse in post-Soviet contexts. Her research program centers on Political Communication , Digital Media , and Social Technologies , with specialized expertise in internet meme culture, Velvet Revolution branding, and immigrant integration patterns. She examines how visual communication shapes public opinion during crises, with significant contributions to understanding behavior change during the COVID-19 pandemic and ethical challenges in digital public relations. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with Armenia's unique geopolitical position, analyzing European identity perceptions among youth and Russia-West cultural tensions. Recent publication trends reveal a strategic shift toward urgent socio-political issues: 40% of her 2022-2025 output addresses migration flows following the Russian-Ukrainian war, while 30% focuses on digital ethics in public relations. Her methodological approach combines discourse analysis with behavioral studies, frequently collaborating with scholars like Yuliana Melkumyan on transnational projects. This interdisciplinary trajectory positions her work at the intersection of sociology, political science, and communication studies. Though no formal advising relationships or scientific awards are publicly documented, her extensive co-authorship network indicates active research team participation. Current projects appear focused on hate speech dynamics in Armenian media and soft power mechanisms in cinematic representations of military institutions, suggesting continued relevance to evolving regional security challenges.
Prof. Velislava Atanasova Chavdarova is a distinguished Professor at the Department of Psychology within the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Veliko Tarnovo "St. Cyril and Methodius" in Bulgaria. With extensive expertise in social, organizational, and personality psychology, she has established herself as a leading academic in her field through decades of scholarly contribution. Her research spans multiple psychological disciplines including social psychology, personality psychology, ethnopsychology, industrial and organizational psychology, managerial psychology, psychological consultation, organizational consulting, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), career counseling, and motivational interviewing. She has conducted significant cross-cultural studies comparing Bulgarian, Russian, and Ukrainian populations across various psychological dimensions. Prof. Chavdarova's scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with contemporary psychological issues, particularly in organizational contexts and social psychology applications. Her recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a continued focus on domestic violence perceptions in Bulgaria, gender-role stereotypes, managerial psychology, and cross-cultural personality profiling. Her work bridges theoretical psychological concepts with practical applications in organizational, educational, and social contexts. She has participated in academic projects including the "Establishment of a hall for interactive training for future teachers" (March-December 2023), demonstrating her commitment to educational innovation. Her professional activities include extensive publication output, conference participation, and academic reviewing across various psychological domains.
Eve Zucker is a Lecturer in Anthropology at Yale University, with affiliations at Columbia University’s Weatherhead Center for East Asian Studies, Cornell University’s Southeast Asia Program, and the Center for Khmer Studies (CKS). Her research focuses on mass violence aftermaths, social memory, and digital memorialization, particularly in Cambodia and Southeast Asia. She explores how societies recover from trauma through indigenous practices, rituals, and emerging technologies. Her key work includes Forest of Struggle: Moralities of Remembrance in Upland Cambodia , examining Khmer Rouge aftermaths, and co-editing volumes like Coexistence in the Aftermath of Mass Violence . She leads projects like the Digital Archive of Memorialization of Mass Atrocities (DAMMA), investigating AI’s role in preserving historical memory. Her research bridges anthropology, genocide studies, and digital humanities. Zucker’s interests span moral order reconstruction, virtual memory mediums, and post-conflict ethics. She serves on the boards of the Southeast Asian Council (SEAC) and CKS, advocating for grassroots memory initiatives.
Stefania Agliano is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Field Liaison in the School of Social Work at Sacred Heart University. She holds a Master of Social Work from Fordham University (2001), a Bachelor of Social Work from Central Connecticut State University (1999), and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Education/Organizational Leadership at Northeastern University. Her expertise spans child welfare, anti-oppression practices, gender-based violence prevention, and anti-trafficking education. She is co-founder of I AM Training and Consultation Group, providing prevention curricula and training for child welfare organizations. Education: Ph.D. Education; Organizational Leadership (Northeastern University, 2018–present) Master of Social Work (Fordham University, 1999–2001) Bachelor of Social Work (Central Connecticut State University, 1995–1999) Research Interests: Gang prevention, racial justice, workforce wellness in child protection, impact of incarceration on fatherhood, and trafficking prevention. Her work emphasizes systemic dehumanization of marginalized youth and community-driven solutions. Projects: I AM: Empowerment Project Higher Education Implementation (2016–2018, funded by Aurora Foundation) Sex Trafficking Treatment and Training (2014–2016, funded by ACYF/Children’s Bureau) Her research outputs focus on bridging gaps between policy, practice, and community needs in high-risk populations. She actively collaborates with educational institutions and child welfare agencies to design impactful prevention tools.
Per-Åke Nylander is a Senior Lecturer at Örebro University, affiliated with the School of Behavioural, Social and Legal Sciences and the Department of Behavioral, Social and Legal Sciences. He holds a PhD in Social Work (2011) and has extensive experience as a social worker (1978–1993), later transitioning to academia. His research focuses on prison work, probation services, drug treatment, and the impacts of parental imprisonment on children. Educations: BA in Social Work (1978), MA in Social Work (1996), PhD in Social Work (2011). Research interests include prison officer occupational culture, drug treatment in prisons, and the socioemotional dynamics of correctional work. He has led projects like 'Prison-based Drug Treatment in Nordic Countries' (2012–2014) and 'Childhood with a Parent in Prison' (2015–2016). Collaborates with international networks in confinement and emotion research, and contributes to research groups ProSA and CAPS. Publications span over 20 years, addressing prison management, prisoner well-being, and penal policy. His work bridges academic research and professional practice, emphasizing evidence-based interventions and systemic reforms. Teaching roles include courses on prison work, criminology, and social pedagogy. He developed the University Course for Prison Officers (2002–2012), integrating theoretical and practical training.
Ken MacLean is Professor of International Development and Social Change at Clark University , where he also holds faculty appointments at the Strassler Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies and the Center for Gender, Race, and Area Studies (CGRAS) . With more than two decades of experience working with NGOs across Southeast Asia, he investigates state-sponsored violence, forced migration, and the politics of humanitarian evidence. Education Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2005) M.S. in Natural Resources and the Environment, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2004) M.A. in Anthropology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (1998) B.A. in Anthropology, Princeton University (1990) Research Interests MacLean’s scholarship is interdisciplinary and archive-driven, interrogating how human-rights facts are produced, authenticated, and deployed. His work spans three major tracks: An ethnographic study of human-rights archives concerning alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Myanmar. Analysis of open-source intelligence and AI-generated evidence in international criminal proceedings. Future-oriented modeling of climate-induced displacement and large-scale violent conflict over essential resources. Publications & Impact MacLean is the author of three major monographs— The Government of Mistrust (2013), Crimes in Archival Form (2022, short-listed for the ICAS 2023 Best Book Prize), and Genocide by Attrition (2022)—along with dozens of peer-reviewed articles and policy reports. His recent work interrogates digital storytelling, satellite imagery, and AI-generated evidence in documenting ethnic cleansing and genocide. Awards & Fellowships ICAS 2023 Best Book Prize in the Social Sciences (short-list) Fulbright-Hays Program Fellowship Fulbright IIE Fellowship Wenner-Gren Foundation Grant Mellon Foundation Grant Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Grants & Visiting Positions Research support has come from the Fulbright-Hays Program, Wenner-Gren Foundation, Mellon Foundation, and U.S. Department of Education, among others. He has held visiting fellowships at: Institute for War, Holocaust and Genocide Studies (NIOD), Netherlands (Spring 2023) Mahidol University Institute of Human Rights and Peace Studies, Thailand (Fall 2021) University of Kyoto Center for Southeast Asian Studies, Japan (Fall 2016) Labs, Teams & Future Work MacLean collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at the Strassler Center and CGRAS, and he is currently developing two new book projects: an ethnographic study of human-rights archives in Myanmar and an examination of Vietnamese amateur pundits shaping South China Sea territorial disputes. His ongoing research continues to explore the social lives of documents—both material and digital—and their material effects on justice and accountability.
Dr. Lisa Stolzenberg serves as the Chair of the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Florida International University (FIU). Her research focuses on quantitative methodologies applied to criminology, terrorism, substance abuse policies, health-related crime, and public safety technologies. She has held research positions at organizations such as Westat, Inc. and the Florida Department of Corrections, and her work has been funded by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). Dr. Stolzenberg holds a Ph.D. in Criminology from Florida State University (1993), an M.S. in Criminology (1986), and a B.S. in Criminal Justice from the University of Florida (1985). Her research interests include criminal sentencing, police practices, terrorism dynamics, and the intersection of drug policies with public health outcomes. She is widely published in leading journals such as Criminology and the American Sociological Review. Her recent work examines topics like the impact of cannabis legalization on opioid misuse, the role of body-worn cameras in police interactions, and the sociological factors influencing criminal behavior. Dr. Stolzenberg’s studies often bridge criminological theory with policy implications, contributing to evidence-based reforms in criminal justice systems.
Guillaume DELATOUR is an Associate Professor in Risk and Crisis Management at Université de Technologie de Troyes (UTT), specializing in organizational resilience and security dynamics. He leads UTT's InSyTE laboratory's crisis/resilience/security research axis and coordinates the PRESAGES crisis simulation platform. His academic roles include directing the IMSGA Master's program in Global Security Engineering and co-developing executive certificates like DSRT (Ministry of Interior collaboration) and AMCSS (ENSP partnership). Research focuses on crisis cell coordination, community resilience post-disasters (e.g., Storm Alex studies), and temporal dynamics in crisis management. He has coordinated major projects including ANR-funded INPLIC (2018-2021) and regional initiatives on rural crisis preparedness. His educational contributions span crisis simulation pedagogy and integrating citizen participation in disaster response strategies. Published extensively in crisis management, his 2023 work on Storm Alex solidarity mechanisms and 2024 papers on crisis cell coordination exemplify his focus on real-world operational challenges. Advises PhD students Gaëtan Chevalier and Aymée Nakasato, exploring crisis simulation frameworks and collective risk behaviors. Education: PhD (2011-2015) on decision-making in high-risk environments, Research Engineer at UTT (2015-2017), UN research stint (2010). Grants: ANR, IHEMI/FIESP, regional funding for RPM project (2015-2016). Labs/Teams: InSyTE Lab, Chaire Gestion des Crises, Chaire Sécurité Globale.
Eva Langvik is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her work focuses on depression, health psychology, personality assessment, and occupational psychology. She has extensively published on topics such as moral stress in law enforcement, workplace well-being, and psychological factors in cardiovascular health. Her research interests include the intersection of personality traits and health outcomes, particularly in high-stress professions like policing. Studies often address stress management, organizational support systems, and the psychological impact of working with child abuse cases. Recent articles highlight her analysis of police employees’ experiences with workload and organizational resources, as well as investigations into public perception of offenders and patient experiences in clinical settings. She collaborates with institutions like the NTNU Department of Psychology and the Trøndelag Police District.
Dr. Ronald van Steden is Associate Professor in Public Administration and Political Science at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and Senior Researcher at the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR). His work bridges academic research and practical governance in the field of security, with a strong focus on policing, public order, and citizen participation. His research interests include community policing, restorative justice, private and plural policing, municipal law enforcement, citizen-centric safety initiatives, and the moral and philosophical dimensions of security governance. He employs qualitative social science methods and action research to explore the normative and operational challenges in contemporary policing. The trends in his recent publications reflect a deep engagement with collaborative governance, boundary-spanning in local security, evidence-based policing, and the ethical implications of restorative and preventive practices. His work increasingly addresses digital citizen initiatives, such as WhatsApp-based neighborhood surveillance, and the existential underpinnings of public administration. Van Steden serves as Editor of Tijdschrift voor de Politie (Police Magazine) and is a board member of the Christian Social Congress, contributing to both scholarly and public discourse on policing and morality. He teaches in the master’s program Governance of Security at VU, where he leads the course Samenwerking in Veiligheid (Cooperation in Security), and supervises master’s theses. He has also supervised two PhD theses. His research is supported by projects such as Online Blauw , which investigates digital crime handling at police basic teams. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to peace, justice, and strong institutions, particularly through enhancing accountability, inclusivity, and ethical governance in law enforcement.
Dr. Kevin Gee is a Professor in the School of Education at the University of California, Davis, specializing in the School Organization & Educational Policy emphasis area. He serves as Director of the School Policy, Research, and Action (SPARC) Center and is a Faculty Research Affiliate with the Center for Poverty & Inequality Research. As a 2020-25 Chancellor's Fellow, Dr. Gee leads research initiatives focused on vulnerable youth populations and educational policy impacts. His work bridges education, public health, and social welfare systems to address structural inequities affecting children's development and academic success. Dr. Gee's educational background includes: Ed.D., Harvard Graduate School of Education, Quantitative Policy Analysis in Education (2010) Ed.M., Harvard Graduate School of Education, International Education Policy (2006) M.P.I.A., University of California, San Diego, Pacific & International Affairs (cum laude, 2004) B.A., University of California, Berkeley, City & Regional Planning (magna cum laude, 1994) Dr. Gee's research centers on the critical intersection between health and education systems, examining how schooling can influence children's well-being. He investigates policies addressing adverse childhood experiences including bullying, food insecurity, abuse, and neglect. His work employs rigorous quantitative methods including Hierarchical Linear Modeling, longitudinal analysis, and experimental/quasi-experimental designs. Dr. Gee focuses particularly on vulnerable populations such as children with disabilities, Asian American and Pacific Islander youth, and those involved in the child welfare system, seeking data-driven solutions to educational inequities. Analysis of Dr. Gee's recent publications reveals a strong focus on educational equity, with particular attention to vulnerable student populations. His work spans school absenteeism patterns, bullying and hate speech against AAPI youth, food insecurity impacts, and health-related educational outcomes. The research demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with public health researchers, and shows a growing emphasis on pandemic-related educational disruptions and their disproportionate impacts on marginalized communities. Dr. Gee's notable scientific awards include: National Academy of Education (NAEd)/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship (2015) Foundation for Child Development (FCD) Young Scholars Program Award (2014-2017) UC Davis Hellman Fellowship (2015-2016) Chancellor's Fellowship (2020-2021) Outstanding Faculty Award, Asian Pacific American UC-Systemwide Alliance (2023) Distinguished Visiting Scholar, Advanced Research Collaborative, CUNY (2022) Dr. Gee serves as Principal Investigator for multiple significant grants, including the Heising-Simons Foundation project on districtwide family engagement strategies and chronic absenteeism (2024-2026), and the UC Davis SEED funding for research on how Asian American and Pacific Islander youth confront bullying. He also serves as Co-Investigator on the AAPI Data Grant examining school climate influences on bullying experiences. His grant portfolio demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly between education and public health researchers, with a consistent focus on generating actionable insights for educational policymakers and practitioners. As Director of the School Policy, Research, and Action (SPARC) Center at UC Davis, Dr. Gee leads a research team focused on generating data-informed insights about underserved and overlooked youth in educational policy. The center's work specifically supports Asian American and Pacific Islander youth who have experienced bullying, children with chronic absenteeism, and child welfare-involved youth who have experienced maltreatment. The SPARC Center collaborates with various California school districts and state agencies to translate research into practical policy recommendations and implementation strategies.
