جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Shannon Rogersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nature-Based Economic Development
• Outdoor Recreation Economics
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shannon Rogers is an Extension Associate Professor in the Department of Natural Resources at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), serving as a state specialist with UNH Cooperative Extension. Over seven years, she has advanced nature-based economic development across New Hampshire through applied research funded by the National Science Foundation, Environmental Protection Agency, and state agencies. Her work bridges academic expertise and public service, focusing on leveraging natural resources to enhance economic resilience and community well-being through multisector partnerships. Rogers' research centers on the integration of natural resources, outdoor recreation, and economic development to foster community resilience. She investigates economic impacts of trail networks, downtown-trail connections, and climate adaptation strategies, with emphasis on equity and community engagement. Her methodological approaches include economic impact analysis, deliberative valuation, and community-based participatory research, yielding practical tools for policymakers and stakeholders. Analysis of her recent publications (2021-2024) reveals growing emphasis on climate change impacts on outdoor recreation and development of just adaptation policies. Rogers has produced numerous applied studies for New Hampshire communities, particularly on economic benefits of nature-based initiatives and trail-downtown connections. Her work combines rigorous economic analysis with community engagement to address real-world challenges in recreation infrastructure, urban planning, and environmental justice. Dr. Rogers has received the following scientific awards: Excellence in Public Service Award (2024) from the University of New Hampshire Master's Thesis Award of Merit (2008) Her research is supported by major grants from the National Science Foundation, Environmental Protection Agency, and New Hampshire state agencies. These fund projects on nature-based economic development, climate adaptation, and community resilience, with specific focus areas including: Economic impact studies of rail trails and downtown-trail connections Climate vulnerability assessments for outdoor recreation providers Development of frameworks for equitable climate adaptation policy Valuation of ecosystem services in community planning Rogers leads the Downtowns and Trails program and the UNH Collaborative Research Excellence project, which involve partnerships with multiple UNH departments, the New Hampshire Office of Outdoor Industry and Economic Development, and the Granite Outdoor Alliance. These initiatives have strengthened community connections through nature-based economic development, resulting in enhanced recreation facilities, improved wayfinding systems, and revitalized local economies across New Hampshire municipalities including Keene, Ossipee, and Bristol.

Christopher Palmaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Astronomy Education
• Solar System Formation
• Planetary Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Christopher Palma is a Teaching Professor and the Associate Department Head for Outreach in the Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics at the Pennsylvania State University Park campus in State College, PA. From 2019-2023, he served as the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Students in the Eberly College of Science at Penn State. His academic career spans teaching, educational research, and extensive outreach activities focused on astronomy education and public engagement. His research interests center on astronomy education, with particular focus on developing learning progressions for understanding Solar System formation. Palma has made significant contributions to teacher professional development through the NSF Earth and Space Science Partnership and has created innovative courses including ASTRO 150 on dark skies/quiet skies (approved in spring 2025) and Astronomy 401: Fundamentals of Planetary Science. His educational research has examined student conceptions about how astronomers study the Solar System and developed frameworks for understanding planetary formation. Palma's publication record shows a strong focus on both educational research and public science communication. His recent work spans solar observation technology, planetary formation theories, cultural astronomy, and science policy related to light pollution. Notably, he has bridged academic research with public engagement through articles in The Conversation and collaborations with media outlets like Weather World. His outreach activities are extensive, including management of the Davey Lab Planetarium (recently upgraded to a full dome video projection system), leadership of telescope observing programs, advising student astronomy clubs, and organizing the annual AstroFest. Palma has been instrumental in developing a vision for a new planetarium and immersive visualization theater at the Penn State Arboretum. As an educator, Palma has developed multiple astronomy courses for diverse audiences, from introductory courses for general education students to specialized content for pre-service teachers. His work with the CAPER team on astronomy lab manuals using backwards faded scaffolding demonstrates his commitment to evidence-based pedagogy. Palma's professional service includes leadership roles with the Pennsylvania Earth Science Teacher's Association and the Penn State In-Service Workshops in Astronomy, which he directed from 2002-2019 and resumed leading in 2024.

Mark Aaron Polgerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Library Marketing
• User Experience Design
• Information Literacy Instruction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Mark Aaron Polger is an Associate Professor and Coordinator of Library Outreach at the College of Staten Island, CUNY. He is responsible for promoting library services across campus, conducting library instruction for first-year students, coordinating CLUE library workshops, and teaching the Information Literacy course (LIB 102). His academic leadership extends to professional organizations, including chair roles in the ALA Core division's PR Xchange Committee and co-founding the open-access Marketing Libraries Journal . PhD, University at Buffalo, SUNY MA, University of Waterloo MLIS, University of Western Ontario B.Ed., Brock University BA, Concordia University Polger’s research focuses on library marketing strategies , user experience (UX) design , and information literacy outreach . His work examines how users interact with library signage, promotional materials, and website vocabulary. Recent publications analyze theatrical teaching methods in information literacy and longitudinal trends in library public relations. His scholarly output (2010–2024) explores library branding , social media engagement , and educational pedagogy . Key works include the book Library Signage and Wayfinding Design (2021) and Library Marketing Basics (2019), alongside empirical studies on signage audits and language consistency in library contexts.

Anne M. Brayمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Fashion Design
• Surface Design
• Textile Art
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Anne M. Bray is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Fashion Design at Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, CA. With 16 years of experience as an in-house Surface Designer, she specializes in digital design tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for production-ready patterns. Her studio practice in Mar Vista explores memory maps through fiber art, photography, and painting, often inspired by landscapes and daily observations. Education: Fine Art, College of Creative Studies, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA BFA in Fashion Design (with honors), Otis/Parsons, Los Angeles, CA Anne’s research bridges digital fashion design and tactile storytelling. She utilizes software such as Procreate and Corel Painter alongside traditional arts to create works like her Fluevog shoe embroideries and Detritus Weavings , reflecting themes of personal history and wayfinding. Major Scientific Awards & Scholarships: 2023: Scholarship, Professional Artist Accelerator Course 2019: Honorable Mention in Digital, Beverly Hills Art Show 2000–2001: First Place and Third Place awards for Drawing/Prints/Graphics 1996: Gamblin Oils Full Fellowship 1974: Nancy Heller Scholarship and Best of Show award in Prints Teaching & Grants: Since 1995, Bray has taught Digital Fashion Design at Otis College and its extension programs, with recent part-time roles. She secured creative funding via Indiegogo campaigns (2014) and participated in artist residencies at Dorland Mountain Arts Colony and Vermont Studio Center.

Anne Leilehua Lanzilottiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Composition
• Multimedia Arts
• Contemporary Classical Music
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anne Leilehua Lanzilotti is a Kanaka Maoli (Native Hawaiian) composer, performer, and educator. She holds a Lecturer position in Music, Composition & Viola, with affiliations at the University of Hawaii, New York University, and University of Northern Colorado (where she directed the experimental UNCOmmon Ensemble). Her work bridges composition, multimedia installation, and cultural preservation, often exploring themes of Polynesian identity, land/water sovereignty, and experimental sound sculpture. Current projects include the viola concerto Wayfinder and the touring multimedia installation the sky in our hands . Her research spans Andrew Norman’s architectural influences, Alexander Calder’s acoustic ceilings, and Toshiko Takaezu’s ceramic art. She has published in Music & Literature , Neue Zeitschrift für Musik , and edited volumes like Toshiko Takaezu: Worlds Within . Awards include a 2022 Pulitzer Prize nomination, Creative Capital Award, and McKnight Residency. Education: Oberlin Conservatory, Yale School of Music, Manhattan School of Music Fellowships: Lucerne Festival Academy, New World Symphony, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin Curatorial roles: EMPAC Music Curator, Founder of Every Morning We Rise Recent grants include MAP Fund support for the Switch~ Ensemble and NSF backing for a GRAMMY-winning ensemble project. Her solo album in manus tuas (2019) received critical acclaim from The New Yorker and Boston Globe .

Zakaria Djebbaraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroarchitecture
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Virtual Reality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zakaria Djebbara is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology, part of The Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His research explores how built environments influence human cognitive processes, focusing on neural synchronization patterns and the interplay between architectural features and attention/working memory. He employs Virtual Reality (VR) combined with mobile EEG and body tracking to study these phenomena. Key Projects: "Neuronal and Urban rhythms effect on memory" (2024-2027, PhD supervision) "Architecture & Transitions: an enactive and electrophysiological approach" (2017-2020) Research Themes: Neuroarchitecture and cognitive neuroscience Embodied cognition and sensorimotor interactions Mobile brain/body imaging (MoBI) His work bridges architecture, neuroscience, and technology, examining how spatial rhythms and visual patterns shape neural activity. Recent studies include EEG investigations in historical cities like Ghardaïa, Algeria, and VR experiments analyzing navigation strategies. Awards: 2021 Spar Nord Fondens Forskningspris 2020 Brain Products MoBI Award Key Contributions: Developed the BeMoBIL pipeline for multimodal neuro-architectural data analysis Advocated for biophilic design and adaptive facades to enhance well-being Co-organized the Designing Atmospheres symposium (2023)

Alla Sikorskiiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Patient-Reported Outcomes
• Cancer Care
• Intervention Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alla Sikorskii is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Michigan State University. Her research focuses on patient-reported outcomes, symptom management, and intervention design for individuals with cancer and chronic conditions, with a particular emphasis on caregiver dyad dynamics and adaptive clinical trial methodologies. She earned an M.S. in Mathematics from Kiev University and a Ph.D. in Statistics at MSU. Her work spans methodological innovations in sequential multiple assignment randomized trials (SMART) to improve supportive care for cancer survivors and their caregivers. Key research areas include symptom measurement, interdependent psychological distress, and optimizing healthcare utilization through evidence-based interventions. She has led studies on HIV-exposed children's neurodevelopment, caregiver burden mitigation, and the obesity paradox in colorectal cancer. Recent projects include a longitudinal study of fatty acid impacts on executive function in HIV-affected Ugandan youth and a cluster-randomized trial evaluating visual navigation aids in long-term care settings. Her work frequently integrates statistical rigor with interdisciplinary collaboration, addressing global health disparities through community-engaged approaches. Notable contributions include advancing adaptive intervention frameworks and demonstrating how symptom management reduces unscheduled healthcare visits. Current efforts focus on sustaining scalable interventions and evaluating the efficacy of complementary therapies such as reflexology and compassion training in oncology care. Dr. Sikorskii collaborates across disciplines to translate statistical methodologies into actionable clinical practices, with a focus on sustainable health equity solutions.

• Spatial Cognition
• Perception
• Visual Attention
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Simon J. Büchner is a Lecturer and Course Coordinator for Life Sciences at University College Freiburg (University of Freiburg). He holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Freiburg (2010) and has conducted interdisciplinary research on spatial navigation, perception, and decision-making. He is responsible for designing the Life Sciences curriculum, mentoring teaching fellows, and supervising student theses. His research focuses on spatial cognition, visual attention, and applied cognitive methods like eye-tracking. Academic service roles include Co-Chair of the 2024 Interdisciplinary College (IK2024) and Board Member of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Education: PhD in Psychology (2010), University of Freiburg MSc in Cognitive Psychology (2005), University of Massachusetts, Amherst Bachelor in Education/Cognitive Science/Philosophy (2003), University of Freiburg Teaching Innovations: Introduced Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and flipped classroom approaches in courses like Introduction to Life Sciences. Teaches core LAS program courses including Sensation & Perception and Human Cognition. Research Highlights: Studies spatial wayfinding in complex environments, integrating eye-tracking and behavioral experiments. Explores top-down/bottom-up attention interactions and applied cognition in real-world scenarios. Recent work includes pandemic management education (2023 E-Teaching Fellowship). Awards: Julie Johnson Kidd Travel Research Fellowship (2020) Grants/Projects: Managed €9.5K Blended Learning initiative (2023), Robot Systems interdisciplinary course (2018–2020), and DAAD IVAC pandemic research (2020–2022). Served on ERASMUS+ CREATES project (2017–2020). Labs/Teams: Collaborated on SFB/TR 8 Spatial Cognition research, contributing to SpaceGuide project (2005–2012). Active in University College governance since 2013.

Nikolaos Olmaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Environmental Anthropology
• Post-Socialist Urban Studies
• Radiation Contamination
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nikolaos Olma is a Research Fellow at the Leibniz Centre for Modern Oriental Studies (ZMO) in Berlin since 2020, with concurrent lecturing appointments at Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg (2019-present) and Free University of Berlin (2021). His career includes research affiliations at the Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology and academic training across four countries. Educational Background PhD in Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies, University of Copenhagen (2018) Research Master in Social Sciences, University of Amsterdam (2012) MA in International Conflict Studies, King's College London (2009) BA in Mediterranean Studies, University of the Aegean (2008) His research focuses on environmental (un)knowledge in post-Soviet contexts, particularly examining uranium mining legacies in Kyrgyzstan and urban transformation in Uzbekistan. Fieldwork sites include Mailuu-Suu (Kyrgyzstan) and Tashkent. Research Themes Post-Soviet environmental remediation Urban mobility and informal economies Memoryscape analysis in contaminated spaces Normalization of health risks Material culture of industrial ruins Toponymic politics and wayfinding Scientific Contributions 2022 Irene Hilgers Memorial Prize winner Published in Geoforum , Central Asian Survey , and City & Society Developed conceptual framework for 'environmental (un)knowledge' in post-industrial contexts Academic Engagement Organized workshops on urban research methods Co-organized panels on Central Asian minorities and urban politics Teaches courses on economic anthropology and post-Soviet urbanism

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Universal Design of ICT
• Assistive Technology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Maja Åskov Tengstedt is an Assistant Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Technology, Art and Design, Department of Computer Science. She contributes to the Universal Design of ICT (UD-ICT) research group, focusing on creating inclusive technological solutions through rigorous academic inquiry. Role: Assistant Professor Research Focus: Human-Computer Interaction, Universal Design of ICT, Assistive Technology Her research explores critical intersections between technology and accessibility: Developing navigation systems for individuals with visual impairments Analyzing health interventions in digital spaces Recent publications demonstrate expertise in multimodal interaction design and social media health communication. She actively contributes to academic discourse through peer-reviewed journals like International Journal of Human-Computer Studies and Procedia Computer Science . Contact: maja.tengstedt@oslomet.no

Kimberley Hillمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Prevention Science
• Health Psychology
• Social Psychology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kimberley Hill is an Associate Professor and Deputy Head of Psychology at the University of Northampton, UK. A Chartered Psychologist and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she holds a National Teaching Fellowship from AdvanceHE and is a Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Her academic journey includes a First Class BSc in Psychology from Oxford Brookes University, an MRes in Psychological Research (with The University of Oxford), and a Psychology PhD funded by a Studentship. Kimberley’s research focuses on prevention science, health psychology, and social behavior change, with a strong emphasis on alcohol misuse, gender-based violence prevention, and mental health promotion. She leads the Health, Education, and Behaviour Change Research Group and has pioneered consent education initiatives across campuses and schools. Her work extends to enhancing STEM participation, mentoring early-career researchers, and advising on policy related to student wellbeing and urban design. She teaches across undergraduate and postgraduate modules, supervises PhD students, and has developed international Psychology programs. Her recent publications investigate alcohol-free social spaces, urban greenspace engagement, and gender perceptions in STEM, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach. Awards include recognition for transformative teaching and research impact, with media appearances on health and education topics. Kimberley chairs the cross-University STEM Steering Group and the Northampton Area Psychology Teachers’ Group, fostering collaboration between institutions. She is actively involved in ethics committees and program validations, ensuring rigorous academic standards.

• Visual Communication Design
• Accessibility Design
• Tactile Communication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Arzu GÜRDAL serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Visual Communication Design within the Faculty of Communication. Her academic career centers on advancing visual communication through accessibility-focused research and international artistic engagement. Education Background: Licence in Art Teaching from Anadolu University (2004) MA in Art Teaching (with thesis) from Anadolu University (2007) Proficiency in Arts in Graphic from Hacettepe University (2013) Research Focus: Dr. GÜRDAL specializes in creating inclusive design solutions for visually impaired communities. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks like Arnheim's force and balance theory with practical applications in tactile communication, visual abstracts for scientific publications, and spatial navigation systems. She actively participates in global discourse through over 30 international exhibitions addressing social justice, diversity, and humanitarian issues. Publication Trends: Her scholarly output reveals a clear evolution from foundational accessibility research (2012-2015) toward cutting-edge applications in academic communication (2024). Recent works focus on visual abstract standardization for scientific journals, while earlier publications established critical methodologies for tactile information systems and navigation aids. Academic Supervision: She has guided master's research including Seda Külcü Colak's semiotic analysis of YouTube videos through visual perception theory in Metaverse contexts (2024), demonstrating her commitment to next-generation design scholarship.

• Urban Geography
• Sanitation and Waste Management
• Urban Density
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Colin McFarlane is a leading urban geographer at Durham University, specializing in the politics of city life, density, and sanitation crises. His work bridges empirical and theoretical urban studies, emphasizing the global South and North. Department of Geography, Durham University Focus: Urban density, sanitation infrastructure, informal settlements, and political ecology Grants: European Research Council, ESRC, Leverhulme Trust, GCRF Research Themes McFarlane's scholarship interrogates urban density as both material and political phenomenon, examining how crowding shapes urban experiences in London, Mumbai, and Manila. His sanitation research, including the 2023 book Waste and the City , reveals how toilet access reflects and reproduces inequality, from Dar es Salaam to Detroit. His DenCity project uses comics to reimagine density narratives. Key Article Trends Recent work explores pandemic urbanism (Manila/Taipei), experimental sanitation governance (Karachi/Kampala), and the socio-political dimensions of public toilets (London/White House). Collaborative research spans material infrastructure, crowd dynamics, and translocal urban comparisons. Scientific Awards ERC Consolidator Grant ESRC and Leverhulme Trust funding GCRF co-investigator Mentorship Supervises PhD students Belen Desmaison Estrada and Huixuan Huang. Co-editor of multiple influential urban studies volumes.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Communication Studies
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Charlotte van Hooijdonk is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Faculty of Humanities, specializing in Language and Communication within the Department of Languages, Literature and Communication. Her research focuses on human-AI interaction, digital communication strategies, and health information design. Research Focus: Her work bridges communication studies with technology, examining: Chatbot interaction design and conversational AI applications Health communication optimization (medication labels, patient information) Social media strategies for organizations and brands Visual/textual comprehension in digital environments Human-centered AI integration in customer service and public administration Publication Trends: Her 15 most recent articles (2021-2025) show strong emphasis on conversational AI design, chatbot-user interaction, and health communication. Earlier work (2005-2017) focused on multimodal learning, instructional design, and visual rhetoric. Methodologically, she employs mixed-methods approaches including content analysis, experimental studies, and user experience evaluation. Teaching and Service: Teaches courses in Communication and Information Sciences (BA) and Communication and Organization (MA) Covers topics including Academic Writing, Research Methodology, and Language Technology Skills include experimental design, corpus-based discourse analysis (SPSS/JASP), and survey research

Keith Christensenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Landscape Architecture
• Disability Studies
• Inclusive Design and Planning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Keith Christensen serves as Department Head for the Department of Landscape Architecture & Environmental Planning and Co-Interim Department Head for Technology, Design and Technical Education at Utah State University . His work bridges landscape architecture and disability studies through inclusive design and social equity research. PhD in Disability Disciplines (USU, 2010) MLA in Inclusive Outdoor Playspace Development (USU, 2001) BS in Agronomy (BYU, 1998) His research focuses on macro-level environmental barriers to social access for individuals with disabilities, examining suburbanization, transportation patterns, and recreation infrastructure. Current projects address AI-driven accessibility assessments and disability-inclusive park design . Publications span journals like Cities and Transportation Research Record , emphasizing pedestrian safety and heterogeneous crowd dynamics . 2025 : AI intersection assessment, place-type social satisfaction 2024 : Park attribute analysis, charter school enrollment review 2023 : Pedestrian trajectory prediction, scholarly productivity studies Scientific recognition includes: Hero Award, PlayCore (2016) Multiple Merit Awards, American Society of Landscape Architects (2014, 2010) Researcher of the Year, LAEP (2014) Landscape Architecture Foundation Scholarships (2013, 2011) Christensen mentors graduate students in cross-disciplinary research connecting landscape architecture with special education , while leading extension projects like the Lions Park Master Plan Revisions . His teaching portfolio spans Landscape Construction , Site Analysis , and Research Methods courses.