جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Joanne Norcupمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Historical Geography
• Cultural Geography
• Decolonial Studies
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Dr Joanne Norcup is an interdisciplinary researcher, educator, and artist with current honorary academic affiliations at the University of Warwick, University of Nottingham, and the Open University. She holds the title of Honorary Research Fellow at the Yesu Persaud Centre for Caribbean Studies, University of Warwick (2019–present), and is an Honorary Associate Professor in the Department of Geography, University of Nottingham . Since 2022, she has served as an Associate Lecturer in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at the Open University , teaching modules such as DD213 (Environment and Society) and D225 (Changing Geographies of the United Kingdom). PhD in Historical and Cultural Geography, University of Glasgow (2015) Masters in Cultural Geography (Research), ESRC funded (1995–1996) Undergraduate degree in Geography, with means-tested grant (1992–1995) Her research integrates historical, cultural, and geographical perspectives to examine decolonial practices, anti-racist education, and the geographies of Caribbean diasporas in the UK. She is particularly known for her work on the Photos and Phantasms exhibition, the history of public libraries, and the recovery of the Contemporary Issues in Geography and Education (CIGE) journal archives. Her current research projects include Decolonising the Learned Society (DLS) and Of, From, For: British Caribbean Centres and their Historical Geographies . The 15 most recent articles and presentations reflect a strong focus on decolonizing archives, visual culture, Caribbean historical geographies, and public engagement through media. Themes include colonial biography, institutional memory, diasporic knowledge spaces, and the role of popular culture in shaping geographical understanding. Her publications span academic journals, edited volumes, and public-facing writing, including a regular column in The Beestonian . Dr Norcup has received notable recognition for her contributions: Lifetime Honorary Fellowship, Royal Geographical Society (2022) British Academy / Leverhulme Trust Small Grant (2019/2020) Shortlisted for Journal of Historical Geography Paper of the Year (2015) UCL Fawcett Fellowship (2004) She has served as a peer reviewer for journals such as Journal of Historical Geography , Transactions of the Institute of British Geography , and Area . From 2017 to 2024, she held leadership roles in the Historical Geography Research Group (HGRG), including Conference Officer and Chair-elect, where she organized events and initiated virtual writing retreats. She is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS), a member of the Royal Historical Society, Society of Authors, and the Society for Caribbean Studies. Dr Norcup founded Geography Workshop Productions (2015–2024), which produced creative academic works including the acclaimed Landscapes of Detectorists (2020). She also founded Leftfield Yoga Studios (2022), reflecting her commitment to holistic practice and mind-body integration. Her work bridges academia, public engagement, and artistic expression, emphasizing accessibility, equity, and community.

Pablo Larreátegui Plazaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Transnational Literatures
• Ekphrasis (Writing-Picture Relations)
• Ecuadorian Literature (20th-21st Century)
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Pablo Larreátegui Plaza is an Adjunct Professor at the George Washington University's Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Department RGSLL. He holds a Ph.D. (Dr. Phil.) in Latin-American Studies from Freie Universität Berlin (Germany) and a Master's in Cultural Studies with a focus on Hispano-American Literature from Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar (Ecuador). His research emphasizes transnational literatures, ekphrasis, postmodernity in Latin America, and contemporary Ecuadorian literature. Before joining GW, he taught at Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg (Germany), VHS Bamberg-Stadt (Germany), and Universidad de las Américas (Ecuador). His publications include La poética de lo flotante de Leonardo Valencia (2022) and Entre la memoria y el olvido. Literaturas y postmodernidad en América Latina (2013), with articles featured in Czech Republic, Italy, and Ecuador. No specific grants, awards, or lab affiliations are mentioned in the provided texts. His academic work spans interdisciplinary literary analysis with a focus on visual and textual intersections in modern Latin American contexts.

Taien Ng-Chanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Digital Media
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Experimental Mapping
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Taien Ng-Chan is an Assistant Professor in Cinema and Media Arts at York University and Director of the Sensorium. She holds a PhD from Concordia University and is the York Research Chair in Marginal & Emergent Media. Her work spans creative writing, digital media art, and interdisciplinary research, focusing on experimental mapping, extended reality (XR), and community-engaged projects. Education: BFA (University of British Columbia), MA, MFA, PhD (Concordia University). Research Interests: Extended Reality (XR) for marginalized storytelling Experimental cartography and spatial performance Community-building through digital media Intersection of art, technology, and public space Her projects include the Sari-Sari Xchange Project (collaborating with Toronto Reel Asian Film Festival) and the Hamilton Perambulatory Unit , exploring walking and sound-based cartography. Awards & Grants: City of Hamilton Arts Award for Media Arts (2019) AMPD Junior Faculty Teaching Award (2019) President’s Emerging Research Leadership Award (2022) Funding from SSHRC, Canada Council for the Arts, and Ontario Arts Council Current Projects: Developing Marginal MediaWorks studio-lab for XR research, and an immersive media project blending karaoke, self-representation, and critical care themes. She also chairs the International Cartographic Association's Commission for Art and Cartography.

• Multilevel Modeling
• Single-Case Experimental Design (SCED)
• Bayesian Analysis
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EUNKYENG BAEK is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at Texas A&M University. She specializes in multilevel modeling (MLM) for analyzing educational and psychological data, with a focus on longitudinal and time-series data such as single-case experimental design (SCED) data. Her research bridges methodological advancements and applied studies, addressing gaps in data analysis techniques for SCED and educational datasets. **Education**: Ph.D., Educational Research, Measurement and Statistics, University of South Florida (2015) M.A., Psychometrics, Korea University (2006) B.A., Psychology, Sungshin Women University (2003) **Research Interests**: Dr. Baek’s work centers on Bayesian analysis, meta-analysis of single-case studies, and the integration of machine learning techniques in educational contexts. She explores statistical methods to handle autocorrelation, heterogeneity, and variance in SCED datasets, contributing to robust methodologies for synthesizing research findings. **Grants & Leadership**: She has led or co-led multiple grants, including projects on developing effect size toolkits for SCED meta-analyses and studying online learning readiness. She serves as an Action Editor for Behavior Research Methods and holds leadership roles in academic organizations like EREL. **Teaching**: She teaches courses in educational measurement, statistical analysis, and SCED data techniques, such as EPSY622 and EPSY661.

Dario Internulloمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Medieval History
• Paleography
• Papyrology
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Dario Internullo is a researcher in Medieval History at Università degli Studi Roma Tre and a member of the Humanities Faculty at the University of Bamberg, working under the ERC Starting Grant 'ACO'. His research focuses on paleography, papyrology, and medieval documentary culture, particularly papyrus documents from Ravenna and the materiality of medieval administrative texts. His educational background includes a Laurea (2006–2009), Laurea Magistrale (2009–2011), and PhD in History (2011–2015), all from Roma Tre University. He has held postdoctoral positions at the University of Naples Federico II and Roma Tre. Internullo's research interests lie at the intersection of material culture, archival practices, and intellectual history. He investigates how medieval chanceries used writing, citation, and documentary forms to construct authority and memory. His work on Latin papyri in the early medieval West challenges assumptions about the decline of papyrus use after antiquity. He also studies educational institutions, elite patronage, and urban identity in medieval Rome. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in analyzing the materiality and structure of medieval documents, especially papyri and archival records. He frequently explores the continuity between late antique and medieval documentary practices, emphasizing the persistence of papyrus in ecclesiastical and civic administration. His thematic focus includes scribal culture, rhetorical practices, and the transmission of classical knowledge. PhD scholarship, Università degli Studi Roma Tre (2011–2015) Mobility grant for research in Paris (2017) Abilitazione Scientifica Nazionale (ASN) for Associate Professor in Medieval History (2019) Internullo has collaborated with international scholars and institutions, including the University of Basel and the University of Bamberg. He has co-edited special journal issues and published extensively on paleography and medieval documentation. While no direct advising or grant leadership is mentioned, his participation in ERC-funded projects indicates active involvement in large-scale collaborative research. He has not established a formal lab but contributes to digital and editorial projects in papyrology and medieval studies.

Sean Downeyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Contemporary Painting
• Digital and Analog Art Translation
• Virtual Reality in Art Practice
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Sean Downey is an Associate Professor of Art and Director of the Low-Residency MFA program at Maharishi International University (MIU) in Fairfield, IA. He has been a long-standing educator in fine arts, previously serving as Senior Lecturer in Fine Arts at Brandeis University since 2007 and mentoring in MFA programs at Lesley University and New Hampshire Institute of Art. His academic background includes a BFA from the Kansas City Art Institute and an MFA from Boston University. Downey's research and artistic practice explores the intersection of digital and analog media, particularly how virtual reality, photogrammetry, and 3D scanning inform contemporary painting. His work investigates the relationship between personal and collective memory, time, and perception, often juxtaposing autobiographical elements with historical artifacts and period spaces. He is deeply engaged in how translation across media alters meaning, especially as digital imagery re-enters the physical world through oil painting. His recent creative output includes solo and group exhibitions across the U.S., such as Why Each Perfumed Flower (2022), Transmutations (2017), and The Work on Paper Show (2017), reflecting a sustained engagement with painting, curation, and interdisciplinary exploration. His exhibitions often explore symbolic, existential, and cultural themes, blending personal narrative with broader historical resonance. His scientific and artistic honors include: James and Audrey Foster Prize (2015, with kijidome) MacDowell Colony Fellowship (2015) Massachusetts Cultural Council Artist Fellowship (2014) Blanche E. Colman Foundation Award (2013) Theodore and Jane Norman Award for Faculty Scholarship (2017, 2011/12) Ucross Foundation Residency (2010) As a mentor and visiting critic, Downey has advised students at Boston University, Dartmouth College, Rhode Island School of Design, Massachusetts College of Art, and Montserrat College of Art. His curatorial work includes founding kijidome, a collaborative initiative that curated exhibitions like Green Dream and S01E01 , emphasizing experimental and interdisciplinary formats. He has received support from multiple artist residencies and fellowships, underscoring his national recognition in the visual arts community. He maintains an active studio practice and continues to exhibit nationally, contributing significantly to contemporary discourse in painting and new media.

Carla Killander Cariboniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Narrative Studies
• Intertextuality
• Intermedia Relations
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Carla Killander Cariboni is a Senior Lecturer in French Studies and Associate Professor in Italian Studies at Lund University's Centre for Languages and Literature. Her research focuses on narrative studies, intertextual and intermedia relations, with significant work on 18th-century Swedish traveler Björnståhl's legacy. She teaches courses in French and Italian language, literature, and cultural studies, including online instruction. Additionally, she serves as editorial secretary for the "Études romanes de Lund" series and editor for the journal "Moderna Språk". Research Themes: Narrative theory, intertextuality, intermedia relations, travel literature, gender studies, and linguistic analysis. Collaborations: Interdisciplinary work with historians, literary scholars, and cultural analysts across Sweden and Europe. Teaching: Courses in French (Levels 1-2), Italian literature, and interpreting training (TOFS1-2). Scientific Awards: Kungliga Vitterhetsakademien - Uno Lindgrens Prize (2023) First Place, Premio I Murazzi (2023) Second Place, Concorso E-book in versi (2022) First Place, Le Occasioni Literary Competition (2022) She has co-authored educational materials such as "À vous 2" (2017) and "La littérature de langue française" (2019). Her practical work extends to interpretation, translation, and illustration.

Kate Westمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Visual Criminology
• Biological Theories of Crime
• Postcolonial Criminology
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Dr Kate West serves as Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Oxford Brookes University's School of Law and Social Sciences. Previously, she taught at the University of Oxford and the University of Reading. Her academic credentials include a research council-funded DPhil and MSc with Distinction from Oxford, and an LLB with First Class honors from Edinburgh. Her educational background features: DPhil (PhD) from University of Oxford (research council-funded) MSc with Distinction from University of Oxford (Routledge Prize recipient) LLB (First Class Honors) from University of Edinburgh (McClintock Prize recipient) Dr West's research centers on visual culture and biological theories of crime, particularly examining Cesare Lombroso's criminal anthropology through postcolonial and feminist lenses. Her doctoral work investigated the role of Western-European visual art and colonial ethnological drawings in shaping Lombroso's theories. She has conducted research at the Museum of Criminal Anthropology in Turin and the Museum of Natural History in Le Havre, while also translating Italian and French primary sources after training in academic Italian at Oxford. She is currently finalizing her first book, 'The Death of Painting?' (under contract with McGill-Queens University Press), which challenges the notion that photography was Lombroso's primary visual medium, and developing a second book exploring the human body's role in criminal anthropology as 'colonial territories of criminality.' Her publications reveal a consistent scholarly trajectory examining how visual representation has shaped criminological thought, particularly through postcolonial and material perspectives. West's work bridges criminology, art history, legal theory, and postcolonial studies, demonstrating the cultural dimensions of supposedly scientific criminal anthropology. Her notable achievements include: Routledge Prize for best degree performance during MSc studies McClintock Prize for academic excellence during undergraduate studies Shortlisting for Channel 5's New Faces' New Voices project (2021) Dr West maintains an active public scholarly presence, having presented at academic forums worldwide and been invited to discuss the ethics of exhibiting criminal portraiture at London's National Portrait Gallery. Her research has received media coverage including BBC Radio 3. As an openly autistic academic, she delivered Oxford University's Annual Disability Lecture to a full 1000-person audience in 2020 and has contributed to national disability discourse through interviews with media including The New Statesman. She is represented by Lexington Literary for commercial writing ventures. Her academic work connects with broader scholarly networks through her involvement with History of Art and Visual Culture and History of Crime research groups.

• American Gothic Literature
• Transnational Feminist Studies
• Postcolonial Literature
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Dr. Suzanne Manizza-Roszak is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Arts , contributing to the Research Centre for the Study of Democratic Cultures and Politics (DemCP) and Research Centre Arts in Society (AiS) . Her ORCID 0000-0002-4491-9591 highlights her extensive work across 46 research outputs and 22 activities. Research Interests : American Gothic with a focus on childhood, gender, and transnational influences Transnational Feminism exploring diaspora, multilingualism, and postcolonial narratives Ecocriticism analyzing environmental violence and speculative futures Diaspora Studies examining Italian-American and Latinx intersections Publication Trends reveal a blend of peer-reviewed articles (e.g., on Erdrich, Cisneros, and Baldwin) and creative works like the novel The Poison Girl and poetry collection Sicilianas . Her 2025 work on First Ladies and colonial history adaptation underscores her commitment to historical revisionism and political fiction . Scientific Awards include 12 recognized honors, though specific titles are not detailed here.

Jessica O'Learyمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Gender and Women's History
• Cultural History
• Diplomacy
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Dr Jessica O'Leary is a Research Fellow at the Gender and Women's History Research Centre within the Institute for Humanities and Social Sciences at Australian Catholic University. She specializes in gender and cultural history of the early modern period, with a focus on global encounters, colonization, and intercultural dialogues in the Portuguese Empire and Japan. In 2024, she will hold the Harold S. Williams Fellow in Japanese Studies at the National Library of Australia. Her research explores women and children in Jesuit missions, cultural transfer through diplomacy, and emotional landscapes of early modern encounters. Current projects include collaborative initiatives on women in the Global Portuguese Empire, child slaveries in the early modern world, and gender dynamics in Japanese Christianity. Scientific Awards: Philippa Maddern ECR Publication Prize (2024) Harold S. Williams Fellow in Japanese Studies (2024) DAAD Bilateral Exchange Award (2023) RSA Kristeller Fellow (2022) Maria Sibylla Merian Junior Fellow (2022) ACIS Publishing Grant (2021) Royal Studies Journal Prize (2018) Monash Masters' Prize (2017) Cassamarca Scholarship (2016) DAAD Award (2016) Dr O'Leary contributes to public engagement through platforms like The Conversation and Medieval Warfare Magazine. Her recent publications in Renaissance Quarterly and Past & Present examine gendered colonization, missionary practices, and emotional histories, with a monograph on Renaissance masculinities and diplomacy published in 2024.

Wenyu Guoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Transnational Literacy
• Racial Literacy
• Family Literacy
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Dr. Wenyu Guo serves as Assistant Professor of Literacy Studies in the College of Education at the University of South Florida, specializing in transnational literacy practices of immigrant youth of Color and their families. Her community-engaged research promotes anti-oppressive multiliteracies education across schools, homes, and digital spaces using critical theories of literacy and decolonization frameworks. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Teaching & Learning, University of South Carolina Certificate of Graduate Study in Qualitative Research, University of South Carolina Dr. Guo's research centers on two primary goals: (1) examining how transnational youth of Color engage in sociopolitical learning through literacies, and (2) investigating immigrant parents' family literacy practices and ethnic-racial socialization. She employs participatory action research and multi-sited ethnography to develop justice-oriented literacy interventions that challenge systemic oppression in educational contexts. Her recent publications reveal consistent thematic focus on anti-Asian racism through children's literature, transnational family literacy, and multiracial solidarity development. Methodologically, her work combines critical discourse analysis with community-based participatory design, often centering Chinese American communities in the Southern U.S. and leveraging digital platforms for transnational knowledge exchange. Professional recognition includes: Early Career Educator of Color Leadership Fellow, NCTE (2024-2025) Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award, USF (2025) Outstanding International Graduate Student Award, USC (2023) Research funding comprises: ACTFL Research Grant (2023) : Co-PI for $5,000 project on antiracist translanguaging pedagogy using Asian American children's literature SPARC Graduate Research Grant (2020) : PI for $2,900 study on Asian American children's bicultural identity negotiation She co-founded Tampa Bay's Community Literacies Lab, providing biweekly workshops for immigrant families that integrate cultural storytelling, digital literacy, and critical race discussions to foster equitable language practices and unpack transnational experiences.

• Semiotics
• Digital Culture
• Continental Philosophy
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Professor Kristian Bankov holds a Doctor of Science (DSc) in Semiotics from New Bulgarian University (2023). He serves as Professor in the Southeast European Center for Semiotic Studies at NBU. Director of Southeast European Center for Semiotic Studies since 2007 General Secretary of International Association for Semiotic Studies (2014-2024) Vice-Rector for International Affairs and Public Relations at NBU (2011-2012) Chief Organizer of the annual Early Fall School of Semiotics since 2006 His research spans multiple dimensions of semiotics: Continental philosophy of language and Bergson's philosophy Sociosemiotics and identity studies Consumer society and digital culture Artificial intelligence and new media Semiotics of economic transactions Digital education and technological transformation Recent publications focus on digital culture, economic sign systems, and digital transformation with particular attention to: Digital semiosphere and platfospheres Monetary semiotics and digital currencies Social media analysis and consumer rituals Trust systems and digital experience economy Identity formation in post-truth environments Audiovisual translation in digital culture

Clay Spinuzziمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Activity Theory
• Genre Theory
• Actor-Network Theory
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Clay Spinuzzi is a Professor in the Department of Rhetoric and Writing at the University of Texas at Austin, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts. He earned his Ph.D. from Iowa State University in 1999. Education: Ph.D., Iowa State University (1999) His research spans activity theory, genre theory, actor-network theory, workplace studies, qualitative research, and entrepreneurship. He focuses on how individuals coordinate and collaborate in work environments, often analyzing communication practices in startups, coworking spaces, and rural communities. Recent work includes studying the Business Model Canvas in entrepreneurship, 5D Frameworks for community barriers, and Material Engagement Theory in historical contexts. His publications emphasize methodological innovations like fractional objects and project assemblages. He teaches graduate courses such as Designing Text Ecologies and Writing for Entrepreneurs in both the Department of Rhetoric and Writing and the Human Dimensions of Organizations MA program. His blog ( spinuzzi.blogspot.com ) frequently reviews interdisciplinary literature in sociology, cognitive archaeology, and workplace communication.

• French Literature
• Bulgarian Literature
• Literary Theory
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Krasimir Hristakiev is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Romance Languages within the University of Veliko Tarnovo. His academic career spans over two decades, focusing on literature and theater studies with a particular emphasis on French and Bulgarian cultural intersections. Primary Affiliations: University of Veliko Tarnovo (Department of Romance Languages) Research Themes: French literature (Molière, Rabelais), Bulgarian literary theory, theater and visual studies, intertextuality, and philosophical discourse. His publications analyze the dialogue between classical and modern literary forms, with recurring themes of madness, labor, and cultural identity. Notable works include studies on Giuseppe Tornatore's cinema, Bakhtinian theory in Bulgarian contexts, and the adaptation of Molière's plays in regional festivals. Recent articles explore the blurring lines between theater and digital media , focusing on structural differences and audience engagement in virtual performances. His bibliography reflects a deep engagement with philological rigor and comparative cultural analysis. Key trends in his work include the reception of French classics in Bulgaria, stylistic evolution in literature, and the metaphorical representation of labor and death in contemporary narratives. He contributes regularly to journals like Visual Studies and Proglas .

Vicente Carabias-Hütterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Smart Cities & Regions
• Technology Foresight
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Prof. Vicente Carabias-Hütter is a full Professor at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), Winterthur, where he heads the Research Group "Sustainable Energy Systems and Smart Cities" and serves as Coordinator of the cross-institute "ZHAW Platform Smart Cities & Regions". Since 2013 he also lectures in Technology Foresight within the School of Engineering. Education & Continuous Learning MSc ETH in Environmental Sciences, ETH Zurich (1996–2000) Certificate of Advanced Studies in Management Education, ZHAW (2014) Continuing-education certificates in foresight, scientific writing & team leadership, JRC-IPTS (2011–2014) Research Interests Carabias-Hütter’s work integrates sustainable energy systems , smart-city innovation , and technology foresight . He investigates socio-technical transitions at neighbourhood, city and regional scales, combining participatory scenario development, behavioural energy research, and living-lab experimentation. Key themes include: Co-creation of smart-city visions and pathways Community-centred energy interventions (apps, games, social norms) Life-cycle and social sustainability assessment of emerging energy technologies Policy-oriented foresight to support the Swiss Energy Strategy 2050 and EU grand challenges Publications & Knowledge Outputs From 1997 to 2021 he (co-)authored 28 peer-reviewed journal articles plus numerous book chapters and policy briefs. Recent outputs (2018-2021) reveal a shift from methodological foresight papers toward empirical, intervention-based studies that evaluate digital community platforms, game-based energy savings, and integrative smart-city governance frameworks. Scientific & Professional Service Principal investigator or co-lead on >20 Swiss and EU projects (PEDvolution-WIN, Swiss Smart City Outreach, Living Labs Interfaces, etc.) Advisor to MSc programmes in Environment & Natural Resources and in Engineering at ZHAW Member of Future City Alliance, Smart City Hub Switzerland, EELISA European alliance Active reviewer for SNF Ambizione and various EU framework programmes Labs, Teams & Networks He leads the Team Sustainable Energy Systems within the ZHAW Institute of Sustainable Development and co-steers the WinLab Winterthur living-lab infrastructure. He also coordinates interdisciplinary teams across the ZHAW Platform Smart Cities & Regions, linking engineering, social sciences, and digital technologies.