جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mark Halseyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminology
• Youth Offending
• Repeat Incarceration
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mark Halsey is a Professor and Research Section Head for Criminology and Criminal Justice in the College of Business, Government and Law at Flinders University. He joined Flinders in 2000, with an interim period teaching at the University of Melbourne (2005-2007). As Joint Chief Editor of the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Criminology , he shapes scholarly discourse in the field. His research focuses on youth justice, incarceration cycles, and Aboriginal social exclusion, supported by five successive Australian Research Council grants. Education: PhD, University of Melbourne MCrim, University of Melbourne BA(Hons), University of Adelaide Research Focus: Halsey investigates youth offending trajectories, desistance mechanisms, and systemic barriers to rehabilitation. His landmark longitudinal study (2004-2013) on young male offenders produced the award-winning book Young Offenders: Crime, Prison and Struggles for Desistance . Current projects examine Aboriginal imprisonment and illicit firearms markets, emphasizing community-centered solutions. Publication Trends: Recent articles analyze desistance theory, correctional reform, and Indigenous justice, reflecting sustained engagement with rehabilitation frameworks and policy impacts. Methodologically, his work prioritizes qualitative depth, biographical narratives, and socio-material analysis of crime. Awards: Christine M Alder Book Prize (2017) ANZSOC David Biles Award (2024) Flinders CBGL Research Group Award (2020) Teaching commendations (Melbourne, 2005-2006) Chancellor's PhD Prize (Melbourne, 2003) Leadership & Grants: Halsey directs major ARC-funded initiatives, including Reducing Aboriginal Imprisonment (2017-2021) and Understanding Gun Violence (2015-2017). He mentors PhD candidates exploring prison art, motor-vehicle culpability, and drug-use ethics. His consultancy work informs state policies on graffiti management, therapeutic justice, and prisoner reintegration. Professional Engagement: Serves on editorial boards for Routledge's International Series on Desistance and the International Journal for Crime and Justice . Regularly advises government agencies including SA Department for Correctional Services and Attorney-General’s Department.

Valentina Zambranoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Law
• Human Rights Law
• Environmental Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Valentina Zambrano is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science of Sapienza University of Rome , specializing in international law, human rights, and migration studies. She teaches International Organization (MZ channel) and International Health Governance courses, with classes held in Room C/D and Room T01/XI of the Department during AY 2024/2025. Office hours: Mondays (online via Google Meet) and Wednesdays (in-person, Room 7, 4th floor) in the first semester; Mondays (online) and Tuesdays (in-person) in the second semester. Email: valentina.zambrano@uniroma1.it Her research focuses on international humanitarian law , gender-based violence , climate justice , and anti-corruption frameworks . She has published extensively on topics like state immunity, migrant rights, and the European Union's human rights obligations, with recent work analyzing the legal implications of the Quirinale Treaty and vaccine distribution during the pandemic. Key trends in her 15 most recent publications (2015–2025) include: Human rights enforcement mechanisms Intersection of migration law and gender equality Environmental obligations under international treaties Legal responses to corruption and peacekeeper misconduct Global health governance and intellectual property rights EU legal frameworks for data protection and sanctions

Elin Bjarnegårdمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Comparative Politics
• Gender Politics
• Political Recruitment
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Elin Bjarnegård is a Professor of Political Science at Uppsala University, with affiliations at the Department of Peace and Conflict Research and the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS). Her research focuses on comparative politics, gender dynamics in political recruitment, informal institutions, and conflict-related masculinities. She leads a research environment on sexual corruption and participates in the Horizon project MEN4DEM, examining masculinities and democracy. Research Themes : Gender and political violence, feminist institutionalism, informal political networks, election violence, gender equality policies, military masculinities, and autocratic gender tactics. Projects : Sexual corruption (2025-2030), MEN4DEM (2025-2027), Sexual abuse of power in Tanzania (2022-2025), The Cost of Doing Politics (2020-2025), and feminist foreign policy sustainability. Publications : Recent work includes Gender and Violence against Political Actors (2023, co-edited) and studies on patriarchal values in Thai military experiences, autocratic weaponization of women's rights, and gendered election violence. Teaching : Offers courses in Development Studies, including Gender, Power and Institutions, and supervises undergraduate and graduate students. International Collaboration : Partnerships with the Electoral Integrity Project (Sydney), New School for Social Research (NYC), Chulalongkorn University (Bangkok).

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure Law
• Copyright Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bernd Heinrich is a Professor of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure Law and Copyright Law at the University of Tübingen's Law Faculty since 2015. Previously, he served as a Professor at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2003-2015) and University of Konstanz (2002-2003). He is a member of Fachkollegium 113 'Rechtswissenschaften' of the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) since April 2020. Professor Heinrich's research focuses on the doctrine of the General and Special Parts of the German Criminal Code, with particular emphasis on Weapons Law, War Weapons Law, Explosives Law, Association Criminal Law, Copyright Law, and Media Criminal Law. His scholarly work includes numerous monographs, textbooks, commentaries, and articles in leading journals. His research has evolved to address contemporary challenges in criminal law, including digital technologies, autonomous vehicles, hate speech on social media, and triage decisions in emergency situations. He has developed extensive teaching materials (approximately 150 worksheets) that are regularly updated and made available online. Professor Heinrich maintains active international collaborations through the 'Netzwerk Ost-West' with law faculties in Riga, Kiev, and Tbilisi. He regularly conducts research stays in Rio de Janeiro (focusing on Media Criminal Law) and Cape Town (focusing on Corruption Criminal Law and Money Laundering). He has supervised numerous doctoral dissertations and habilitations, contributing significantly to the development of the next generation of criminal law scholars in Germany and internationally.

Daniel Meierrieksمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Immigration
• International Migration
• Terrorism and Political Violence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Meierrieks is a Research Fellow at the WZB Berlin Social Science Center, affiliated with its Department for Migration, Integration, and Transnationalization. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Paderborn (2012) and has held visiting roles including Professor at the University of Kiel (2016–2017). His research focuses on the economics of terrorism, migration dynamics, development economics, and climate change impacts. Notable contributions include analyzing corruption-terrorism links, US military aid effects on anti-American terrorism, and climate change's role in migration and health outcomes. Education: Ph.D. in Economics (University of Paderborn, 2012); Master and Bachelor degrees in Economics (University of Paderborn, 2008). Previous roles include Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Freiburg (2012–2018) and Junior Researcher at Paderborn’s Chairs of International Economics and Statistics (2008–2012). Research emphasizes empirical analysis of terrorism drivers (e.g., corruption, military aid), migration-policy interactions, and climate-induced societal shifts. Recent work explores sub-national temperature-income linkages, child mortality linked to terrorism, and economic freedom’s role in conflict reduction. Publications span top journals like the American Political Science Review , Economic Journal , and Journal of Peace Research . Collaborative projects include large-scale experiments on refugee integration and climate migration. His work bridges economics, political science, and policy analysis to address global challenges.

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Fintech
• Corruption Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Borja Alvaro Alvarez Martinez is a Research Fellow in Management Sciences specializing in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of technology, law, and ethics. His work focuses on AI governance, financial crime prevention, international arms trade compliance, and corruption mitigation. He has contributed to UN Sustainable Development Goals through research on ethical decision-making frameworks and regulatory mechanisms. Research Areas: AI Ethics, Fintech Regulation, International Law Compliance, Human Rights Protection Key research outputs include analysis of AI applications in financial crime detection, Fintech's dual-use implications for crime, and human rights safeguards in arms trade agreements. His work integrates technical, legal, and policy perspectives to address modern governance challenges. Cross-border collaborations have centered on corruption law frameworks and arms control mechanisms. He advises on risk management strategies for financial institutions and international organizations. His doctoral research examined international human rights law compliance in arms export controls, supervised by experts in global governance.

Shana R. Marshallمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Middle East Political Economy
• Global Weapons Trade
• Corruption
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shana R. Marshall is an Assistant Research Professor of International Affairs and Associate Director of the Institute for Middle East Studies at George Washington University. Her research focuses on Middle Eastern political economy, particularly the intersection of arms trade, military entrepreneurship, and clientelism in Arab states. She examines how transnational economic interests shape regional politics, including the role of Western PR firms in Middle Eastern governance and the influence of foreign investment on power distribution. Dr. Marshall holds a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland. Her work spans Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, and other Arab states, analyzing defense industries, military-business ties, and institutional power dynamics. She has contributed to prominent journals like Middle East Report and the Carnegie Endowment, with notable publications on Egypt’s ruling class, Gulf military activism, and Jordan’s neoliberal military reforms. Her research highlights the militarization of foreign policy, the global military-industrial complex’s impact on regional stability, and how authoritarian regimes leverage arms deals to consolidate power. She previously held fellowships at Brandeis University’s Crown Center and Princeton University’s Niehaus Center, further cementing her expertise in Middle East security and political economy.

Maria Popovaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Comparative Politics
• European Politics
• Post-Communist Transformation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria Popova is an Associate Professor of Political Science at McGill University and Scientific Director of the Jean Monnet Centre Montreal. She also serves as Editor of the Cambridge Elements Series on Politics and Society from Central Europe to Central Asia. Her research focuses on the rule of law, democracy, and authoritarian dynamics in Eastern Europe, with a particular emphasis on Ukraine, Russia, and post-communist transformation. She holds a BA from Dartmouth College and MA/PhD from Harvard University. Her work examines the weaponization of law in authoritarian contexts, judicial reforms in post-Maidan Ukraine, and anti-corruption strategies in Eastern Europe. Key publications include *Politicized Justice in Emerging Democracies* (2012, awarded the American Association for Ukrainian Studies Prize) and *Russia and Ukraine: Entangled Histories, Diverging States* (2024). She has contributed to over 40 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters analyzing topics like judicial independence, populism, EU accession dynamics, and conspiracy theories in post-communist politics. Her current research explores Ukraine's path to EU membership, anticorruption reforms in the Balkans, and foreign-educated politicians in Eastern Europe. She regularly publishes policy analyses on Ukraine's security needs and European integration in outlets like *Foreign Affairs*, *Washington Post*, and *Journal of Democracy*. Popova teaches courses on comparative politics, European Union studies, and mixed-methods research. Her work bridges academic scholarship with policy impact, addressing pressing issues in Eastern Europe's democratic development and geopolitical challenges.

Anthea McCarthy-Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Illicit Business
• Transnational Crime
• Dark Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anthea McCarthy-Jones is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Business at UNSW Canberra. She holds a PhD in International Relations with a specialization in Latin American studies. Her research examines illicit business networks, transnational crime, dark networks, and policymaking in developing nations, with particular focus on Latin America, Asia, and Australia. She has published extensively on these topics, including her 2024 co-authored book Illicit Business and numerous journal articles analyzing crime networks and security threats. Research Focus: Dr. McCarthy-Jones investigates the organizational structures of 'dark networks' facilitating global illicit activities, particularly emphasizing the roles of brokers and enablers. Her interdisciplinary work spans: Transnational organized crime networks across Latin America and Asia Neo-jihadist terror networks in Australia Illicit business operations and money laundering Crime-terror nexuses and state-sponsored illicit activities Digital evolution of criminal enterprises Awards and Honors: Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2016) Publication Award from Australian Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers (2016) Professional Engagement: She serves as Board Member and Managing Editor for the Australian Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers (AIPIO) Journal, and is a member of the Australian National Centre for Latin American Studies (ANCLAS). Her research has been featured in East Asia Forum, InSight Crime, The Conversation, ABC News, and other major media outlets. Teaching: Develops and delivers courses on: Management and Governance in Developing Nations Illicit Business in the Modern World

• Transnational Organized Crime
• Russian Organized Crime
• International Terrorism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexandra Orlova is a Professor in the Department of Criminology and the Faculty of Law at Toronto Metropolitan University. With a Ph.D. in Law from Osgoode Hall Law School (2004) and an LLB from the same institution, she has been a full-time faculty member since 2005. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on Canadian Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, International Perspectives, and Security Threats. Education : Ph.D. in Law (Osgoode Hall Law School, 2004), LLB (Osgoode Hall Law School) Dr. Orlova's research focuses on transnational organized crime, international terrorism, sovereignty issues, and human rights. Her work examines how geopolitical shifts influence legal frameworks and criminal justice systems, particularly in Russia. Publications span topics like cryptocurrency regulation, judicial dissent, and civil society suppression under authoritarian regimes. Key trends in her research include sovereignty challenges in digital governance, legal responses to corruption, and the weaponization of anti-Western narratives. She has secured multiple research grants from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson) for studies on anti-corruption, internet governance, and state violence. Scientific Awards : Arthur L. Galub Best Faculty Paper Award (2019) Her work has been cited in landmark legal decisions, including the Supreme Court of Canada. She contributes to edited volumes and comparative legal analyses, often collaborating across disciplines to address systemic governance issues.

• Ottoman History
• Early Modern History
• Naval History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yusuf Alperen Aydın serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Early Modern History at Istanbul University's Faculty of Literature, maintaining continuous affiliation since 1998. His career progression includes Research Assistant (1998-2007), Assistant Professor (2010-2021), and current Associate Professor status, with office location in room 401-D of the Faculty building. Education: Undergraduate (1994-1998): Department of History, Faculty of Literature Postgraduate (1998-2001): History/Early Modern History, Institute of Social Sciences Doctorate (2001-2007): History/Early Modern History, Institute of Social Sciences (Dissertation: Ottoman Naval History 1700-1770) His research concentrates on early modern Ottoman history (16th-18th centuries) with core emphases on naval architecture, maritime security, economic administration, and diplomatic relations. Key investigations include Ottoman galleon construction, Aegean security frameworks, forest resource management, and Central Asian cultural influences in naval terminology, drawing extensively on Ottoman archival documents and regional case studies. Publication trends reveal sustained focus on Ottoman naval and economic systems, evolving from doctoral work on shipbuilding (2007) to contemporary analyses of forest banditry (2024). His output demonstrates methodological consistency in examining state-industry interactions and resource governance, with conference papers frequently expanding journal article findings through primary source analysis. Scientific Awards: No prizes, fellowships, or medals documented in source materials Thesis Advisory and Research Grants: Theses Supervised: 5 graduate-level theses (metrics data) Funded Projects: 2013: Technological Developments in the Imperial Dockyard (Tersane-i Amire): Anchor Manufacture for the Galleons of the Ottoman Navy (Project Supported by Higher Education Institutions, Executive) 2009: References to the Asiatic Roots of the Ottomans as seen in the names of the Imperial Ottoman Galleons (Project Supported by Higher Education Institutions, Executive) He actively participates in international scholarly networks like CIEPO (Sofia 2018, Trabzon 2016) and EMOS (Ankara 2023), presenting original research on Ottoman maritime economics. His forthcoming 2025 monograph "Kendir Telinin Peşinde, Canik Sancağı’nda Reaya ve Devlet (1690-1740)" will explore state procurement systems in the Black Sea region.

Tom Smithمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Relations
• Political Science
• Security Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tom Smith is an Associate Professor in International Relations at the University of Portsmouth's Faculty of Business & Law, affiliated with the School of Strategy, Marketing and Innovation. He serves as Academic Director of the Royal Air Force College and leads the Portsmouth Military Education Team. His research focuses on Philippine security, Southeast Asian politics, terrorism, human rights, and media's role in conflict. Smith has advised on over 40 doctoral projects and is actively involved in research on counterterrorism, humanitarian aid, and military ethics. Key projects include examining legal and ethical dimensions of advanced weapons systems and moral perspectives on the Syrian conflict. His media engagements span 24 outlets, offering expertise on Duterte's policies, Philippine governance, and regional security. Awards include the Leadership Recognition Award (2020) and Research Dissemination Prize (2017). Recent articles analyze Duterte's ICC prosecution, Philippine clan rivalries, and post-Marawi counterterrorism strategies. His work bridges academic research with policy impact, particularly in human rights and conflict resolution.

Andreas Ufenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Political Science
• Southeast Asian Politics
• Democracy and Authoritarianism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andreas Ufen is a Senior Research Fellow at the GIGA Institute of Asian Studies since 2000, specializing in Southeast Asian politics, democratization, and digital authoritarianism. He was Spokesperson of the GIGA’s 'Democratic Institutions' research team (2021–2024) and previously served as Acting Professor at Friedrich-Alexander University (2011–2013) and Coordinator of GIGA’s doctoral program (2010–2011).

Matthias Schwarzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Arms Control
• Conventional Weapons
• Arms Trade Corruption
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthias Schwarz is a Research Fellow at the Peace Research Institute Frankfurt (PRIF) in the Research Department International Security, focusing on arms control, conventional weapons, arms trade corruption, and political systems in Africa. He contributes to interdisciplinary research networks like ACONA, CBWNet, and ConTrust, and engages in policy dialogue through platforms such as PRIF@School and eLearning initiatives. Education Master of Arts in Peace and Conflict Studies, Philipps University Marburg (2015) Bachelor of Arts in Ethnology, Goethe University Frankfurt/M. (2011) His research spans conflict zones, emphasizing regional dynamics in the Gulf of Aden, Libya, and Kenya. Publications include analyses of arms transfers, democratization challenges in Sudan, and linguistic politics in post-colonial contexts. Key projects involve arms control frameworks and conflict prevention strategies in Africa. He has collaborated on EU non-proliferation consortia and Leibniz research alliances like Earth & Societies. Contact: schwarz@prif.org

Jana Arsovskaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organized Crime
• Human Trafficking
• Drug Trafficking
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jana Arsovska is an Associate Professor of Sociology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York (CUNY), with dual affiliation in the Program of Doctoral Study in Criminal Justice at The Graduate Center, CUNY. She previously directed the MA Degree Program in International Crime & Justice and co-developed the Advanced Certificate in Transnational Organized Crime. Her educational qualifications include: Ph.D. in International Criminology, University of Leuven, Belgium (2009) M.A. in European Criminology, University of Leuven, Belgium (2004) B.A. in International Relations and Foreign Affairs, American University of Thessaloniki, Greece (2003) Dr. Arsovska's research centers on organized crime dynamics, with specialized expertise in Albanian criminal networks, human trafficking, drug trafficking, and Balkan criminality. Her work examines how cultural codes, migration patterns, and globalization shape transnational crime, particularly through field studies in New York City and the Balkans. She pioneered analysis of darknet drug markets and female offender roles in transnational networks. Her publication portfolio reveals consistent focus on criminal mobility, corruption mechanisms, and post-conflict justice systems. Recent works increasingly address cybercrime dimensions and the intersection of radical Islam with organized crime in vulnerable regions. Major recognitions include: 2015 Outstanding Book Award (American Society of Criminology) 2015 Best Publication Award (International Association for the Study of Organized Crime) 2016 Outstanding Book Award (Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences) NIJ’s 2012 W.E.B. Du Bois Fellowship ($100,000) She has mentored multiple graduate students as co-authors on publications and secured over $800,000 in research funding, including a $600,000 National Institute of Justice grant on darknet markets. Her consultancy work spans the World Bank, UNODC, and DCAF, with specialized training for law enforcement agencies on transnational crime patterns. Dr. Arsovska contributes to CUNY's Center for Cybercrime Studies and develops curricula for international training programs funded by the Bureau for Justice Assistance and Organization of American States.