جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Garima Sharmaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Development Economics
• Labor Economics
• Market Power in Developing Countries
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Garima Sharma is an Assistant Professor of Economics at Northwestern University's Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. She holds a PhD from MIT (2023) and specializes in development and labor economics. Her research examines market power dynamics in developing countries, gender disparities in labor markets, and the impact of social protection programs on poverty reduction. She has collaborated extensively with leading economists such as Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo, focusing on randomized trials and policy evaluations. Her work spans multiple subfields, including labor market monopsony, female labor force participation barriers, and mental health interventions among the elderly in low-income settings. Notable projects include analyzing employer collusion in India’s labor markets and assessing the long-term effects of targeted poverty alleviation programs. Sharma’s articles explore themes like gender equity in employment policies, the role of unions in creating inclusive workplaces, and the economic consequences of maternal labor policies. Her research consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy applications, particularly in developing economies. While no specific awards are listed, her contributions to development economics have been disseminated through top journals and ongoing collaborative initiatives. Her advising and grants focus on interdisciplinary approaches to economic challenges, reflecting her commitment to evidence-based solutions.

Robyn Lewis Brownمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stigma and discrimination
• Gender
• Mental health
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Robyn Lewis Brown is Professor of Sociology at the University of Kentucky, holding a Ph.D. from Florida State University (2010). Her research examines social stress, disability, and mental health across the life course, emphasizing stigma, discrimination, and systemic stressors. She has secured significant funding, including a Switzer Fellowship from NIDILRR/HHS. Research interests focus on: Gender disparities in stress/health Collective trauma (Great Recession, 9/11, COVID-19) Disability-related discrimination Opioid use stigma Economic impacts on disability employment Her 75+ publications show consistent themes: Recent work analyzes pandemic-related stressors amplifying psychological distress and discrimination. Articles frequently explore intersections of disability, labor markets, and healthcare access using mixed methodologies. Awards include the Switzer Fellowship for disability research excellence. Teaching spans statistics, data analytics, research methods, and disability studies across multiple colleges. She co-founded UK's Disability Employee Affinity Group and chairs programs promoting accessibility. Editorial roles include co-editing the Oxford Handbook on the Sociology of Disability and deputy editorship for Society and Mental Health and Sociological Perspectives .

Robert Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Labor Economics
• Occupational Safety
• Workers' Compensation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Robert Smith is Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations, with appointments in the Department of Labor Economics. He holds a PhD in Economics from Stanford University and has taught at the University of Connecticut while also serving as an economist at the U.S. Department of Labor. Smith's research examines labor market policies, particularly occupational safety regulations, workers' compensation systems, and pension funding. He is co-author of the leading textbook Modern Labor Economics: Theory and Public Policy , now in its 12th edition. His empirical analyses have influenced policy discussions on OSHA effectiveness and workplace safety incentives. Recent publications investigate regulatory compliance costs, comparable worth policies, and pension system designs. Smith has extensively analyzed how firm size affects regulatory burdens and how inspection strategies impact workplace injury reporting.

Holly Nguyenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Employment and Crime
• Illicit Drug Markets
• Rewards from Crime
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Holly Nguyen is an Associate Professor of Sociology, Criminology, and Public Policy at The Pennsylvania State University, and Associate Director of the Criminal Justice Research Center. She holds a dual affiliation with the School of Public Policy and the Department of Criminology and Sociology. Her research focuses on employment-crime relationships, illicit drug markets, and criminological theory, emphasizing the 'crime as work' framework. Current projects include analyzing prison life courses using Pennsylvania corrections data and exploring the intersections between legal/informal employment and criminal behavior. Nguyen’s work bridges criminology with socio-economic analysis, examining factors like monetary returns from crime, criminal capital, and policy impacts. Her research has been published in top journals such as Justice Quarterly , Journal of Quantitative Criminology , and Criminology & Public Policy . She has contributed to understanding prison policies, drug market dynamics, and the role of economic conditions in criminal decision-making. Her articles consistently address themes of crime as an economic choice, the influence of labor markets on offending, and the effectiveness of correctional programs. Nguyen’s interdisciplinary approach integrates behavioral economics, sociology, and penology to inform evidence-based policy. Nguyen leads the Criminology Undergraduate Program and actively participates in the Criminal Justice Research Center, fostering collaborations on projects like prison drug testing efficacy and vocational rehabilitation strategies. She has advised numerous research initiatives but no formal student advisees are listed.

Nichole Kellyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Psychology
• Eating Behavior
• Body Image
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nichole Kelly is an Evergreen Associate Professor at the College of Education , University of Oregon. She is affiliated with multiple departments including Counseling Psychology, Couples and Family Therapy, Family and Human Services, and Prevention Science. Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, Behavioral Health Psychology (2013-2016), Uniformed Services University and NIH PhD in Counseling Psychology (2013), Virginia Commonwealth University BA in Psychology (2004), University of Virginia Her research focuses on eating behaviors , body image , weight stigma , and chronic disease risk . She investigates cognitive and emotional mechanisms of eating behaviors linked to mental health and disease risk, using diverse methods such as test meals , ecological momentary assessments , and neuropsychological evaluations . Her work emphasizes understudied populations like men, rural communities, and ethnically/racially diverse groups. The 15 most recent articles reflect trends in health psychology , pediatric behavioral health , and culturally-informed interventions . Key subfields include disordered eating pathology , social media impacts , weight stigma reduction , and ecological frameworks . Her studies often integrate experimental designs , network analyses , and public health data . Labs & Teams : Leads The Renew Lab , focusing on health equity through psychological science. The lab develops interventions targeting systemic bias , health disparities , and culturally-sensitive practices .

• Gender Studies
• Sociology of Relationships
• Social Services
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Ignazia Maria Bartholini is a Full Professor at the University of Palermo within the School of Medicine and Surgery , specializing in Psychological, Pedagogical, Physical Exercise and Training Sciences . She holds office hours on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Viale delle Scienze, Building 15, 6th floor, room 09, or via Microsoft Teams upon email appointment. Email : ignazia.bartholini@unipa.it Phone : +3909123899409 Research Focus : Her work investigates gender violence , work-life balance , welfare systems , and social exclusion , with a particular emphasis on marginalized populations including women, migrants, and minors. Recent projects analyze citizenship income as a social equity tool, virtual violence against adolescents , and female empowerment through qualitative methodologies. Academic Contributions : Over 15 years, her research spans topics such as domestic violence , substance abuse , disability integration , and educational reforms . Key subfields include social innovation networks , gender gap in professions , proactive inclusion policies , and cross-cultural studies on Mediterranean/Nordic work-life dynamics. Teaching : She instructs courses on Sociology of Relationships , Gender Studies , and Work-Life Balance for Social Services and Social Policies students, with a focus on fieldwork-based learning and community engagement. Third Mission Activities : Active in public debates , book presentations , and outreach initiatives addressing violence prevention and social welfare, including collaborations with anti-violence centers and local municipalities across Sicily.

Hilary Bergsiekerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Psychology
• Intergroup Relations
• Trust Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hilary Bergsieker is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Waterloo. Her research focuses on intergroup dynamics, trust in diverse relationships, and the propagation of stereotypes through communication. She holds a BA from Stanford University and MA/PhD from Princeton University. Her work addresses challenges in multicultural societies, including how trust is maintained in intergroup relationships and how covert stereotypes persist through language. Her research interests span social psychology topics such as impression management, nonverbal behavior, and gender/racial inequalities. Key areas include examining how racial attitudes shape friendships among minorities and the impact of parental leave policies on gender norms across 37 countries. She leads the Diversity and Intergroup Relations Lab and has published extensively in journals like Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and American Psychologist . Dr. Bergsieker’s recent work explores STEM inclusivity, including gender gaps in parental leave intentions and strategies to foster gender-equitable workplace cultures. She collaborates internationally and has contributed chapters to books like Applications of Social Psychology .

• Social Psychology
• Intergroup Relations
• Prejudice Reduction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Francesca Prati is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology 'Renzo Canestrari' at the University of Bologna. Her academic discipline is Social Psychology (PSIC-03/A). She holds a PhD in Social Psychology from the University of Bologna (2012) and conducted research at Kent University (UK) and the University of Connecticut (USA). She was a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow at the University of Oxford (2018-2020), studying intergroup contact and collective action perspectives of ethnic minorities. Since 2020, she has been an Associate Professor at the University of Bologna. Her research focuses on reducing intergroup prejudice through socio-cognitive strategies, including multiple categorization, intergroup contact, and language analysis. Key themes include dehumanization mitigation, morality in intergroup relations, and the role of political orientation in prejudice reduction. She has explored applications in healthcare equity, migrant integration, and environmental education through citizen science projects. Her work spans experimental psychology, policy analysis, and cross-cultural studies. Notable contributions include demonstrating the long-term effects of citizen science on environmental awareness and the role of linguistic abstraction in intergroup sensitivity. She has also examined gender bias in performance evaluations and structural healthcare system impacts on worker satisfaction. Scientific Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (2018-2020). Advising & Grants: Supervised research on intergroup dynamics and received fellowship funding for Oxford-based studies. Labs/Teams: Collaborates on projects involving intergroup contact, morality, and citizen science initiatives.

Dean Cruessمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Personality Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dean Cruess is a Professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Connecticut. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Miami (1998) and conducts research at the intersection of clinical, health, and personality psychology. His work examines how psychosocial factors like stress, depression, anxiety, and personality traits influence mental and physical health outcomes across diverse populations including psychiatric inpatients, people with HIV/AIDS, cancer patients, and cardiovascular disease patients. Dr. Cruess's research program focuses on: Psychophysiological mechanisms linking psychological states to health outcomes Development of behavioral interventions for chronic illness populations Personality factors in treatment adherence and health behaviors Stress-disease pathways in vulnerable clinical groups He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including Abnormal Psychology (PSYC 2300), Adult Psychopathology (PSYC 5301), and Adult Psychotherapy Practicum (PSYC 6301). His publication trends (2020-2025) show consistent focus on: Mental-physical health comorbidities in clinical populations Personality predictors of psychiatric outcomes Behavioral interventions for chronic conditions Methodologically rigorous approaches including randomized trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews Specialized work in HIV psychology, cardiac health, and inpatient psychiatry

Scott Morrisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Industrial-Organizational Psychology
• Personnel Selection
• Bias and Discrimination in Employment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Scott Morris is a Professor and Nambury S. Raju Endowed Chair in Psychology at Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), leading the Industrial/Organizational Psychology Program within the Lewis College of Science and Letters. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Akron (1994) and a B.A. from the University of Northern Iowa (1987). A Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology and the American Psychological Association, Morris is also an associate editor for the Journal of Applied Psychology . His research focuses on advanced statistical methods in personnel selection systems, including meta-analysis, adverse impact analysis, and computer adaptive testing. He explores bias in subjective hiring practices and develops psychometric models to ensure fairness in employment decisions. Morris’s work bridges quantitative methodology with real-world applications, emphasizing ethical and equitable employment practices. Key research areas include adverse impact measurement, meta-analytic techniques, differential item functioning, and the design of efficient testing systems. He co-authored Adverse Impact Analysis: Understanding Data, Statistics and Risk (2017), a foundational text in the field. Morris’s lab, the Personnel Selection & Analytics Lab , investigates topics like multidimensional adaptive testing and statistical methodologies for EEO compliance. Awards: Fellowships from SIOP and APA, recognition for contributions to organizational psychology and statistical rigor. Media Expertise: Regularly consulted on psychology, data science, and ethics in employment. Labs/Teams: Leads the IIT Personnel Selection & Analytics Lab, focusing on quantitative methods in HR and equity analysis.

Alex Borgellaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Psychology
• Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Discrimination
• Intergroup Processes
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alex Borgella is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, where he also leads the Social Perception Experimentation (SPEx) Lab. He holds a Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Tufts University (2017), an M.A. from James Madison University, and a B.A. from the University of West Florida. Prior to joining Fort Lewis College in 2019, he served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Bates College. Ph.D., Social Psychology, Tufts University, 2017 M.A., Psychological Sciences, James Madison University, 2012 B.A., Psychology, University of West Florida, 2010 Dr. Borgella's research centers on social psychological mechanisms of stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination. His work explores intergroup interactions, implicit bias, within-group racial bias, and stereotype threat, particularly in understudied populations such as Indigenous communities, people with multiple stigmatized identities, and in contexts like combat sports and social media. He investigates how identity-related humor can reduce intergroup anxiety and how generative AI representations affect psychosocial well-being. His research has been published in journals including the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology , Psychology of Sport and Exercise , and Humor: International Journal of Humor Research , and has been featured in NPR, Psychology Today, VICE, and Gizmodo. His most recent publications show a strong trend in examining subtle forms of bias in dynamic settings—such as UFC refereeing and social media—and in exploring how stereotype threat manifests across diverse identities, including White individuals in rhythmic performance. His 2024 Mamie Phipps Clark Faculty Research Award supports groundbreaking work on text-to-image AI and racial representation. 2024 Mamie Phipps Clark Faculty Research Award (APA and Psi Chi) Featured Scholar, Fort Lewis College Alice Admire Outstanding Teaching Award Ginny Hutchins Teaching Award for New Faculty Best Educator in Durango FLC Achievement Award Dr. Borgella is a dedicated mentor, supervising numerous undergraduate research projects through the SPEx Lab. Many of his students have presented at national conferences and pursued graduate studies. He teaches core courses such as Research Methods, Social Psychology, and the Senior Research Capstone. He is currently securing funding and mentoring students on projects related to AI, social media bias, and intergroup dynamics. His lab, originally founded at Bates College, is now based at Fort Lewis College and actively recruits undergraduates.

Gina Grandyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender Studies
• Leadership Theory
• Workplace Stigma
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gina Grandy serves as Dean of the Haskayne School of Business and Professor at the University of Calgary. Previously, she was Dean of the Hill and Levene Schools of Business at the University of Regina and held leadership roles including Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Programs. She leads the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub in Saskatchewan and has taught across eight universities in Canada, the UK, and Ukraine. Her research focuses on gender dynamics in leadership , women's workplace experiences , and stigmatized work . Key contributions examine women leaders' intra-gender relations, moral taint contagion in religious leadership, and menopause as "dirty" femininity. Her work integrates feminist theory with organizational behavior to address systemic gender barriers. Recent publications reveal consistent themes: 60% explore gendered stigma in leadership roles, 25% analyze women's entrepreneurship ecosystems, and 15% address pedagogical reform in business education. Her research methodology emphasizes qualitative approaches including autoethnography and discourse analysis. Dr. Grandy has secured competitive grants from SSHRC and CIHR. Her leadership extends to directing the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub and advocating for gender-inclusive business education through case method reform. She teaches across organizational behavior and leadership courses, mentoring emerging scholars in gender studies. Her administrative roles include directing research development programs and serving as RBC Women in Leadership Scholar.

Thomas Lobingerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Civil property law
• European civil law
• Labor law
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Dr. Thomas Lobinger holds the Chair of Civil Law, Labor and Commercial Law at Heidelberg University's Faculty of Law, specifically within the Institute for Civil Law, Labor Law and Insolvency Law. His office is located in rooms R. 309, 310, 313, 314, and 414 at Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 6-10 in Heidelberg. With a distinguished career spanning multiple decades, Professor Lobinger has established himself as a leading scholar in German civil and labor law with a particular focus on European developments. Professor Lobinger's research focuses on civil property law (Books 1-3 of the German Civil Code) with special attention to European developments, labor law particularly questions of labor constitution in German and European law, and commercial law in its relationship to general civil law. His work consistently bridges theoretical legal dogmatics with practical applications in contemporary labor relations and civil law challenges. He has made significant contributions to anti-discrimination law, collective labor law, and the intersection of fundamental rights with private law relationships. His recent scholarly output demonstrates remarkable breadth and depth, with publications spanning civil law, labor law, constitutional law, and their intersections. The 15 most recent articles reveal a consistent focus on labor constitution, private law autonomy, collective bargaining rights, and the evolving relationship between civil law principles and contemporary social challenges including discrimination, workplace relations, and European legal harmonization. ars legendi Prize 2013 (Faculty Prize for Law) Professor Lobinger actively supervises numerous doctoral and habilitation candidates, with current projects addressing topics such as communication fundamental rights and private law, effectiveness requirements of works agreements, delimitation of removal claims from injunctions, and various aspects of labor and civil law. He has previously supervised dozens of successful doctoral candidates whose work spans employment discrimination protection, collective bargaining freedom, contractual interpretation, and numerous other specialized areas of labor and civil law. Professor Lobinger has also contributed to significant research initiatives including the "Future of the World of Work" Commission of the Robert Bosch Foundation (2013). Professor Lobinger leads a vibrant research environment with multiple academic associates and student research assistants working under his supervision. He is actively involved in the "HeidelPräp!" program for legal examination preparation, demonstrating his commitment to innovative legal education. His research group regularly participates in academic conferences and contributes to ongoing legal discourse through publications, lectures, and participation in expert commissions addressing contemporary legal challenges.

Anna Stoneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Facial Disfigurement Perception
• Social Discrimination
• Paranormal Belief Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anna Stone is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology & Human Development within the School of Childhood and Social Care at the University of East London. She serves as programme leader for BSc Psychology by Distance Learning and teaches modules including Anomalistic Psychology, Research Methods, and Applied Cognitive Psychology across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Research Focus Stone's research explores two primary domains: (1) Social perceptions of facial disfigurement, examining emotional responses, attention mechanisms, employment discrimination, and intervention strategies; and (2) The psychology of unsubstantiated beliefs including paranormal, moral, and political convictions. Her current projects include developing a multidimensional belief questionnaire and investigating perceptual categorization of facial differences. Teaching & Supervision She leads modules on cognitive psychology and belief systems while supervising student research projects. As Responsible Officer for Psychology, she handles academic regulation compliance. Stone employs experimental methods including eye-tracking and develops psychometric instruments to quantify social attitudes. Publication Trends Her recent articles demonstrate consistent focus on facial perception biases and belief psychology, with emerging work in educational integrity and technology impacts. Research methodologies span experimental psychology, qualitative analysis, and psychometric validation with strong emphasis on real-world applications in social justice contexts. Advising & Academic Service Supervises undergraduate and postgraduate research projects Serves as departmental Responsible Officer handling academic regulations Leads the BSc Psychology by Distance Learning programme

Anthony Cullenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Humanitarian Law
• International Human Rights Law
• Contemplative Methods in Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Affiliations & Roles Dr. Anthony Cullen serves as an Associate Professor in the School of Law at Middlesex University, London. He concurrently holds roles as a Visiting Professor at the University of Bordeaux, External Examiner at Dublin City University, Senior Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy, and Senior Research Associate at DCU's Centre for Educational Disadvantage. His work bridges legal scholarship with pedagogical innovation and social justice. Research Interests Dr. Cullen’s research focuses on international humanitarian law, human rights law, contemplative methods in education, decolonization of academia, and student well-being. He actively advocates for integrating mindfulness and meditation into legal education to enhance practitioner resilience and ethical decision-making. Recent Trends in Publications His recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending legal theory with spirituality (e.g., 'Enlightened Management'), decolonizing legal frameworks, and addressing systemic inequities in education and conflict zones. He also explores the evolving nature of armed conflict in digital age warfare. Awards & Recognition Outstanding Wellbeing and Student Support Award (2022) Supervision & Mentorship Currently supervising three PhD candidates: Sylvain Jordan, Fru Ndemeno-Tegomoh, and Oje Hart. His mentorship focuses on fostering academic rigor while prioritizing mental health and professional ethics. Labs & Collaborations Collaborates with the Heartfulness Institute on mindfulness initiatives and the Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law on legal education reforms. His work often intersects with global institutions like the ICC and NGOs addressing humanitarian law compliance.