جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Marshall Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• eLearning
• Program Evaluation
• Technology Integration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marshall Jones is a Professor and Program Director for the M.Ed. in Learning Design and Technology at Winthrop University, affiliated with the Richard W. Riley College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences. He holds an Ed.D. and M.Ed. from the University of Georgia and a B.A. in English from Furman University. His career spans academia and industry, including roles at Northern Illinois University, the University of Memphis, and corporate training for HP, IBM, and Apple. Education: Ed.D., Instructional Design and Technology, University of Georgia M.Ed., Instructional Design and Technology, University of Georgia B.A., English, Furman University Research Expertise: Technology adoption in education, international education equity, open educational resources, and instructional strategies for online/hybrid learning. Awards: Bank of America Professor of Education (2006). Professional Engagement: Advisory role with the GEIST Foundation and frequent invited speaker at international conferences (e.g., Ireland, Ukraine, Vietnam). Dr. Jones has authored over 60 publications and presented globally, focusing on technology integration, innovation diffusion, and educational sustainability. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical solutions for equitable access to learning technologies.

Mike Parkerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Tree Fruit Cultivation
• Horticultural Science
• Agricultural Management
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mike Parker is an Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in the Department of Horticultural Science at North Carolina State University, specializing in tree fruit crops. His work spans extension (80%), research (10%), and teaching (10%), focusing on applied horticultural strategies such as apple rootstock performance, peach thinning, and orchard floor management in the southeastern U.S. He holds a PhD in Horticulture from Michigan State University (1989) alongside MS and dual BS degrees in Horticulture and Agricultural Engineering Technology from the same institution. Research interests include optimizing cultural management practices, rootstock adaptation, and sustainable orchard systems. His publications address topics ranging from biochar effects on peach trees to postharvest fruit storage solutions. Parker has received multiple awards, including the John E. Hutchison Extension Award (1996) and NC Apple Growers Honorary Life Membership (2001). He is affiliated with professional organizations like the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) and the International Fruit Tree Association (IFTA). His extension work emphasizes bridging research to practical applications for growers, exemplified by initiatives like the eApples platform for disseminating research-based information.

• Communication
• Education
• New Media
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lorenzo Cantoni is a Full Professor and Director of the Institute of Digital Technologies for Communication (ITDxC) at USI’s Faculty of Communication, Culture and Society in Lugano, Switzerland. He holds a PhD in Education and Linguistics. His research focuses on intersections of communication, education, and new media, including eLearning, eTourism, digital Fashion, and ICT4D. Cantoni chairs UNESCO’s ICT initiative for sustainable tourism at World Heritage Sites (established 2013) and serves on WHES’ board. He directs the Master in Digital Fashion Communication (with Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne) and the Master in International Tourism. Former roles include Dean of USI’s Faculty (2010-2014), Pro-rector for Education (2018-2023), acting Rector (2022-2023), and IFITT President (2014-2018). Education: PhD in Education and Linguistics, Philosophy degree Key Projects: UNESCO Chair (ICT & Heritage Tourism), CROSS-FIELD grants (2011-2015), and over 20 funded projects since 1997. Research Themes: Digitization of cultural heritage Technology in education and tourism Fashion communication and sustainability Cross-cultural digital strategies Recent articles emphasize digital heritage preservation, sustainable tourism nudges, and global fashion marketing strategies. His work bridges academia and industry through innovative educational programs and cross-border collaborations. Grants & Leadership: Over 20 grants including EU funding (e.g., Horizon 2020) and Swiss National Science Foundation projects. Current projects include ‘Sustainable CREative Tourism’ (2024-2027) and ‘Cultural Sustainability Indicators’. Labs/Teams: Leads UNESCO Chair initiatives, ITDxC research groups, and collaborates internationally on heritage digitization and tourism policy.

• English Language Teaching
• Literary Criticism
• Educational Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tatjana Šepić is a Professor of Professional Studies at the University of Rijeka, holding a permanent academic appointment. She specializes in English language teaching, literary criticism, and educational technology, with a focus on Romantic literature and multilingualism. Her courses include advanced English language modules for specialized fields such as design, IT, and occupational safety. Dr. Šepić’s research bridges literary analysis and modern pedagogical practices, with notable work on 19th-century authors like Emily Brontë, George Sand, and Jane Austen, alongside studies on the impact of ICT in education. Her publications span interdisciplinary topics including neurology (patient management, swallowing disorders), oncology (laryngeal carcinogenesis biomarkers), and sociolinguistics (multilingual families). Notable works explore narrative techniques in John Fowles and intertextual relationships in Romantic-era texts. Dr. Šepić has contributed to cultural heritage preservation through anthologies of Balkan literature and pioneered eLearning frameworks emphasizing usability and adaptability in language education.

Jaco Renkenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Digital Transformation for Development (Dx4D)
• Socio-Economic Development
• Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jaco Renken is a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems at the Global Development Institute (GDI) of the University of Manchester. His research focuses on socio-economic development, digital transformation (Dx4D), and the implications of big/open data in development contexts. He previously held lecturing positions at the University of Stellenbosch (South Africa) and the University of Botswana, experiences that inform his current work on digital development leadership. Education: PhD in Conceptualising ICT4D Champions from the University of Manchester (2012–2016). Teaching includes modules on Digital Development Leadership (joint with University of Melbourne), E-Business Strategy, Research Methods, and Information Systems in Organisations. He supervises PhD projects exploring digital transformation, development champions, and data-intensive development. Research interests span ICTs in development, Dx4D frameworks, and leadership roles in socio-economic change. His work contributes to UN SDGs related to education, inequality reduction, and sustainable development. Collaborations include global institutions and cross-university initiatives. His expertise integrates socio-technical approaches, emphasizing organizational readiness and policy implications of digital technologies in developing regions.

Mukesh Srivastavaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology Adoption
• Global Outsourcing
• Strategic Management
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Mukesh Srivastava is a Professor of Management Information Systems and Director of the Center for Business Research at the College of Business, University of Mary Washington. He is affiliated with the Department of Accounting and Management Information Systems, teaching courses on strategic management in information systems, innovation, knowledge management systems, business intelligence, management of emerging technologies, and enterprise resource planning systems. His email is msrivast@umw.edu. B.S., Garhwal University, India MBA, Jackson State University Doctor of Business Administration, University of Surrey, UK Dr. Srivastava’s research focuses on technology adoption, global outsourcing, strategic management and innovation, and eLearning. He also specializes in cybersecurity, IT governance, economic impact research, program development, and digital age strategy. His consulting expertise spans technology workforce management and innovation in business environments. His publications include the 2011 article Chinese Cultural Implications for ERP Implementation in the Journal of Technology Management and Innovation , which was featured in a SAP-sponsored Wall Street Journal supplement on ERP in China. His recent work trends emphasize integrating cultural factors into technology adoption frameworks. Cambridge Commonwealth Fellowship Dr. Srivastava co-chairs the advisory board of the Shree Satya Institute of Management in India and serves on the editorial board of the Contemporary Management Research journal. He has organized international conferences, including the 2015 Sixth International Conference of the Association of Global Management Studies at Columbia University.

Andrea Schröderمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Higher Education Didactics
• Digital Learning
• Civil Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrea Schröder is an attorney and Lecturer at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, affiliated with the Centre for Teaching Development and Innovation (ZIEL) and the Pro-MINT-us project . Her work focuses on higher education didactics , digital learning , and juridical education , with expertise in civil law, consumer protection, and social media law. Roles: Administrative Director of ZIEL, Presidential Commissioner for Higher Education Didactics Locations: Rheinbach (Room B 118) and Sankt Augustin (Room E 249) Schröder leads international didactic workshops (e.g., Ghana, China, Jordanien) and specializes in eLearning , simulation-based teaching , and digital media integration . Her research includes Open Educational Resources (OER) strategies, blended teaching , and legal frameworks for digital education . She advocates for student-centered teaching and active learning methodologies. Scientific Awards : Professional University Teaching Certificate (200 teaching units) Contributor to federally funded Pro-MINT-us project for student support in early study phases Her publications explore digital learning trends , including inverted classrooms during the pandemic, OER implementation, and inclusion opportunities in digital education. She also develops teaching portfolios and focuses on juridical methodics and case study analysis .

Fatima Perkinsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Adult Services
• Community Outreach
• Funding
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Fatima Perkins is a Lecturer at San Jose State University's School of Information, with over 20 years of experience in community outreach, strategic planning, and resource development for libraries and social services. Co-Chairperson for Library Services to an Aging Population (LSAP) Committee Director of Community Outreach & Advocacy at Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging Developed 5,000+ library programs including health/wellness initiatives Education: MNO (Master of Nonprofit Organizations) - Case Western Reserve University MSLIS (Master of Science in Library & Information Science) - Syracuse University Her research interests span adult services, equity & diversity in library operations, health informatics, and strategic marketing for public institutions. She specializes in: Capacity-building for aging populations Community engagement frameworks Grant writing for library modernization 60+ audience programming best practices Nonprofit leadership strategies Digital inclusion initiatives Professional experience includes: 20+ years with Cuyahoga County Public Library Leadership roles at United Way of Greater Cleveland Alzheimer's Association collaboration Greater Cleveland Volunteers engagement WRAAA outreach connecting 300+ venues annually Major awards: Carnegie-Whitney Grant recipient (2015) ALA Spectrum Scholar distinction Ohio Library Council certification She created the influential resource Passport to Aging: Celebrating Global Perspectives and co-authored Keys to Engaging Older Adults @ your library guidelines.

• Multi-modal Learning
• Generative AI
• Digital Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chengpei Xu is a Research Fellow at the Mine Internet of Things and Indoor Positioning (MIoT & IPIN) Lab, MERE, University of New South Wales, Sydney. His academic journey includes a Bachelor's in System Engineering from NUDT (China), a Master's in Information Technology from UNSW, and a Ph.D. in Computing Sciences and Engineering from University of Technology Sydney (2022). Research Interests : Designing deep learning algorithms for multi-modal scene/document understanding and analysis Developing generative AI for healthcare, eLearning, and human-computer interaction Multi-modal sensor fusion to analyze complex, degraded environments Detection and recognition of arbitrarily shaped scene text Grants & Supervision : CI for Australia’s Economic Accelerator (AEA) grant (2024-2025): $160,000 for "Rock bolt identification based on LiDAR point cloud" Supervising MPhil student Birgul Topal (Middle East Technical University) on "Partially Overlapping Point Cloud Registration Accuracy in Mine Tunnels" Labs & Affiliations : Mine Internet of Things and Indoor Positioning (MIoT & IPIN) Lab Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering (MERE), University of New South Wales

Per Damkierمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Pharmacogenomics
• Clinical Pharmacology
• Drug Interactions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Per Damkier is a Clinical Professor at the University of Southern Denmark, affiliated with the Research Unit for Clinical Pharmacology in Odense. His career spans since 1996, focusing on drug-related education and research at SDU. Research interests: Pharmacogenomics (e.g., genetic variants in tamoxifen metabolism) Medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding (e.g., acetaminophen's neurodevelopmental effects) Drug interactions (e.g., tamoxifen's pharmacokinetics) Education & Teaching : Formal pedagogical training (2006, 2010) Coordinated drug-related education in the Master of Medicine program Teaching methods: Lecture, case-based, research-based, eLearn platforms Exam formats: Essay, MCQ, OSCE, oral exams Supervision & Examination : Supervised 14 Master's students (1 active) and 4 undergraduate research year students (1 active) Co-supervised 9 PhD students (3 active) and served on 5 PhD assessment committees Member of Pharmacology Censor Corps; setter of national pharmacology exams Research Impact : Active in pregnancy pharmacology and drug safety , with over 300 publications Recent work focuses on acetaminophen's fetal effects, tamoxifen interactions, and paternal drug exposure risks Contributor to Danish national guidelines and digital educational resources

Scotty Craigمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Science
• Learning Engineering
• Educational Technology
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Scotty D. Craig is an Associate Professor in Human Systems Engineering at The Polytechnic School, Arizona State University. He serves as Director of Strategic Initiatives at ASU's Learning Engineering Institute and co-directs the ASU Advanced Distributed Learning Lab in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense. His research spans cognitive science, educational technology, and immersive learning environments with applications in virtual humans, mixed reality training systems, and intelligent tutoring technologies. Ph.D. Experimental Psychology (Cognitive Learning), University of Memphis (2005) M.S. Psychology, University of Memphis (2001) B.A. Psychology with minors in Anthropology and History, University of Memphis (1998) Dr. Craig's research focuses on the intersection of human cognition, technology, and learning sciences. His work includes virtual humans for training, cognitive load optimization in medical websites, and mixed reality systems for medical education. He leads multiple DOD-funded projects totaling $8.5M, including the $5M Virtual Insomnia Patients system and $2M WaterSim America sustainability game. Recent publications emphasize immersive learning technologies, with 2025 work on collaborative AR learning companions and 2024 studies on voice quality impacts in pedagogical agents. His research has produced over 150 publications, including three edited books on educational technology. Scientific Honors: Pacific Southwest Best Paper Award (ASEE 2016) Best Poster Award (AIED 2017) Innovation in Scholarship Award (ASU 2017) Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (ASU 2018) Top 5% Teaching Recognition (Fulton Engineering 2024) Dr. Craig serves on editorial boards for International Journal of STEM Education and Computers & Education . He has organized five journal special issues and conducted extensive research evaluations for the U.S. DoD.

Stefanie Boyerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sales
• Marketing
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stefanie Boyer is a Professor of Marketing at Bryant University, where she serves as Sales Program Director and leads the Bryant University Sales Institute. She is the Executive Director of the Northeast Intercollegiate Sales Competition and co-founder of RNMKRS, an AI platform for training and assessing sales talent. Recognized as a Poets & Quants Top 50 Undergraduate Business Professor (2024) and recipient of the American Marketing Association Sales Educator of the Year Award, Boyer has significantly shaped sales education at Bryant since 2002. Boyer's research focuses on the intersection of sales, artificial intelligence, and learning methodologies. Her work explores adaptability in sales, AI applications for sales training, growth mindset development, team success strategies, sales performance metrics, boundary-spanning roles, and self-directed learning approaches. She has pioneered the integration of AI in sales education through RNMKRS, creating a 'flight simulator' for sales training that provides students with psychological safety to practice and refine their skills. Her publications reveal a consistent trend toward leveraging technology to enhance sales training effectiveness, with increasing focus on generative AI applications in recent years. Boyer's research bridges academic theory with practical application, examining how sales professionals can develop critical skills through innovative training methods. Her work spans traditional sales education topics while increasingly incorporating AI and data analytics perspectives. Top 50 Undergraduate Business Professor (Poets & Quants, 2024) American Marketing Association Sales Educator of the Year Award Marketplace Simulations Teaching Innovation Award 1st place (2024) Runner-up James M. Comer Award for Best Contribution to Selling and Sales Management Theory (2023) Forbes Next 1,000 Entrepreneurs LinkedIn Sales Stars (2021) As Sales Program Director, Boyer mentors numerous students and has built a comprehensive sales education program at Bryant. She established the Hauck Sales Performance Lab, a 5,000 sqft facility for engaged learning, and developed a sales minor that combines theory with practical experience. Her approach to advising emphasizes psychological safety, adaptability, and the development of communication skills that extend beyond sales into personal and professional relationships. Boyer has secured multiple teaching innovation grants to develop and implement cutting-edge sales education techniques. Boyer leads the Bryant Sales Team and oversees the Frank '81 and Marion '81 Hauck Sales Performance Lab, which features state-of-the-art technology including gamified leaderboards and sophisticated recording systems. Through the Northeast Intercollegiate Sales Competition, she connects students with leading employers for networking, competition, and recruitment opportunities. Her RNMKRS platform serves as both a research tool and practical application for sales training, demonstrating her commitment to bridging academic research with real-world sales challenges.

• Educational Technology
• eLearning
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Marc Alier Forment is an Associate Professor at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Department of Services and Information Systems Engineering within the Faculty of Informatics of Barcelona (FIB). He is also associated with the Institut de Ciències de l'Educació and serves as Coordinator of the Doctoral Program in Engineering, Science, and Technology Education. His research is conducted through the UPC EduSTEAM - STEAM University Learning Research Group. His research interests span Educational Technology , Artificial Intelligence in Education , Learning Management Systems , Open Source in Education , Ethics in Computing , Sustainability in Education , Mobile Learning , Learning Analytics , and Privacy in EdTech . He emphasizes ethical, secure, and sustainable applications of technology in higher education, particularly in engineering contexts. The recent scholarly output highlights a strong focus on the integration of AI in education (especially through the LAMB framework), ethical implications of generative AI, privacy in learning analytics using edge and fog computing, and innovative pedagogical methods in computer science education. His work increasingly bridges technical computing with humanistic concerns such as ethics, privacy, and social responsibility. Best Paper Award TEEM'22 Premis de Programari lliure 2005 de l'AGAUR VI Premi Davyd Luque a la innovació en les TIC Best interoperability innovation: Moodle simple learning tools for interoperability consumer – Spain Marc Alier Forment has led and participated in numerous educational innovation and R&D+i projects, particularly focused on Moodle/LMS integration, mobile learning, open-source educational tools, and the development of ethical and privacy-preserving technologies. He has mentored and collaborated extensively with colleagues on curriculum development, particularly in embedding sustainability and ethics into computing education. His work is central to UPC’s digital education strategy, especially through the Atenea platform. He leads and contributes to the UPC EduSTEAM research group and has been instrumental in developing STEAM-based lecturer training programs. His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaboration across computing, education, and social sciences, aiming to create holistic, responsible technological solutions for learning.

• Adaptive Systems
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• User Modelling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Craig Stewart is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Durham University and serves as MDS Director in the Faculty of Science. He holds a doctoral degree from the University of Nottingham (2012), focusing on adaptive multimedia interfaces in eLearning. His research explores adaptive systems, human-computer interaction (HCI), user modeling, personalized learning, and cultural dimensions in education. Stewart has contributed to frameworks like CAE-L and WHURLE, emphasizing cross-cultural adaptation and ethical implications of personalization technologies. He has advised postgraduate student Arwa Al Saqaabi and collaborated with institutions like FutureLearn on MOOC dropout prediction studies. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining engineering, arts, and programming to enhance STEAM education. He also explores immersive virtual reality's impact on learning through mixed-methods studies. Education Track: Completed his PhD in 2012 at the University of Nottingham. Prior research includes studies at the University of Nottingham and other institutions, reflecting his long-standing engagement in adaptive learning systems development. Research Interests: Stewart's work addresses cultural barriers in online education, adaptive hypermedia systems, and gamification strategies. He has investigated internationalization of learning resources, authoring tools for personalized courseware, and the role of learning styles in system design. His recent projects include analyzing MOOC engagement patterns and developing taxonomies for measurable learner outcomes. Advising & Grants: Supervised postgraduate student Arwa Al Saqaabi. His research has been supported through collaborations with academic and corporate partners in fields like ontology development and workplace learning solutions. Grants and funding details are not explicitly listed in the provided texts. Labs/Teams: While specific lab affiliations are not mentioned, his work is closely tied to Durham University's Computer Science department and the MDS initiative within the Faculty of Science. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects combining technology, culture, and education.

Meisam Gordanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Structural Health Monitoring
• Data Mining
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Meisam Gordan is an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering at University College Dublin (UCD), affiliated with the School of Civil Engineering. Previously, he held Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions at UCD (2022–2024) and the University of Malaya (2021–2022), and was a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Malaya (2019–2020). He earned his PhD in Civil Engineering (2020) from the University of Malaya, specializing in Structural Health Monitoring, Data Mining, and Artificial Intelligence, supported by a High Impact Research Scholarship. **Education**: PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Malaya (2020) MSc in Civil Engineering, University Technology of Malaysia (UTM) **Research Interests**: Focuses on integrating Civil Engineering with Computer Science using Industry 4.0 technologies such as IoT, Big Data, Blockchain, Digital Twins, and Circular Economy. Key areas include Structural Health Monitoring, Machine Learning, Vibration Control, and Smart Infrastructure. Current projects include the Di-Rail project (railway fault diagnosis) and the Horizon 2020-funded PRECINCT (critical infrastructure resilience). **Publications**: Over 40 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work emphasizing hybrid digital twins, smart cities, and cybersecurity. His articles analyze trends in SHM with AI, edge-IoV networks, and resilience frameworks for critical infrastructure. **Awards**: High Impact Research Scholarship (2014), recognized as a reliable peer reviewer for journals like Structural Health Monitoring and IEEE Access. **Teaching**: Coordinates modules on Environmental Engineering, Transportation, and Structural Dynamics at UCD. Teaches courses like CVEN30170 Analysis of Structures 2 and CVEN20070 Computer Applications in Civil Engineering. **Grants/Projects**: Lead roles in PRECINCT and Di-Rail. Previously contributed to projects on recycled rubber energy dissipation systems and blockchain-based sensor data storage. **Labs/Teams**: Collaborates with the Structural Dynamics and Assessment Laboratory (SDA-Lab) at UCD and the PRECINCT Living Labs. Active in the UCD Civil Engineering research community.