جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Stefano Odoricoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Interactive Documentary
• Documentary Film
• Polyphonic Practices
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stefano Odorico is a Lecturer at the Limerick School of Art and Design , Department of Digital Arts and Media. His research focuses on interactive documentary practices, polyphonic narratives, and participatory storytelling methods. His work addresses themes such as urban spaces, ecomedia, and the intersection of digital technologies with ethical storytelling. Odorico’s academic contributions span over two decades, with a strong emphasis on the evolution of documentary forms. His research explores how interactive media can foster collaborative, audience-driven narratives that challenge traditional linear storytelling. Key areas include the aesthetics of interactive documentaries, the role of polyphony in creating multivocal narratives, and the ethical dimensions of participatory filmmaking. His recent work highlights trends towards immersive spatial storytelling (e.g., urban studies case studies), ecomedia’s potential in environmental communication, and the theoretical underpinnings of interactive epistemology. These studies often combine practice-based research with critical analysis, bridging academic inquiry and creative production. While no explicit grants or awards are listed, his prolific publication record reflects sustained engagement with international conferences and academic discourse. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to climate action, social justice, and cultural preservation through innovative documentary practices.

• Documentary Film
• Media Studies
• Cultural Politics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Higgins is a Professor and Chair in Media Practice at the University of the West of Scotland's School of Business and Creative Industries, where he also directs the Creative Media Academy. His research spans documentary filmmaking, digital media innovation, and cultural politics, with a focus on how media intersects with human rights, education, and social justice. Higgins has produced over 48 research outputs including films, academic articles, and commissioned reports, often exploring themes like cultural preservation through technology and the impact of documentary media. His work bridges academia and industry, exemplified by projects such as the VR experience Kristallpalast , the machine learning-driven Dath | Dah , and the Colours of the Alphabet documentary series. Recent publications include analyses of documentary funding in the streaming era (2025) and foundational studies on establishing Scotland's film education infrastructure (2023). Higgins has collaborated extensively with artists, technologists, and policymakers, producing both scholarly and creative outputs that challenge conventional media narratives. His research consistently emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining ethnographic methods with emerging technologies to explore themes like cultural resistance, global justice, and educational equity. Higgins' work is frequently exhibited in international film festivals and academic platforms, reflecting his dual commitment to scholarly rigor and public impact.

• Film Direction
• Advertising Campaigns
• Audiovisual Communication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

José Enrique March Benlloch is an Associate Professor at the Department of Audiovisual Communication and Advertising at Cardenal Herrera-CEU University. He holds a degree in Information Sciences from CEU San Pablo University and has dual expertise in media production and academia. His professional career spans journalism, film direction/production, advertising, and theatre. Teaching: Combines academic roles with workshop leadership at Valencia School of Actors Administration: Serves on thesis evaluation committees at the Faculty of Humanities and Communication Sciences Research interests focus on audiovisual storytelling across film, advertising, and interactive media. His creative work includes award-winning films like Escuchando a Gabriel (2007) and El Artificio (2012), as well as theatre productions like Teresa de Ávila (2015). His current project involves adapting Juan Manuel Barat's novel into a feature film. Awards: Extensive film festival recognitions including international best director/film honors Industry work: Directed campaigns for major brands like Bancaja, PwC, and Valencia CF through his production company Marben Media

• Communication Studies
• Disability and Media Representation
• Rare Diseases Communication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Àngels Álvarez Villa is an Associate Professor in the Department of Audiovisual Communication and Advertising at Universidad CEU San Pablo (UCH-CEU). She holds a PhD in Communication Sciences from the Autonomous University of Barcelona (2000) and a degree in Information Sciences from the Polytechnic University of Valencia (1992). Her research focuses on media representation of disability, rare diseases, environmental activism, and sports journalism. She has been awarded the 16th Ángel Herrera Prize (2013) and the CRUMA Research Award (2008). Research Groups: Member of GIDYC (Disability & Communication) and SOSTENIBILIDAD Y PERIODISMO ESPECIALIZADO. Key projects include studies on Paralympic media coverage, fracking debates, and rare disease communication strategies. Awards: Winner of the Ángel Herrera Prize for her work on rare diseases communication, and recognition for research on international cooperation for human development. Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on media ethics, environmental journalism, and disability representation. Notable works include analyses of nuclear energy discourse and citizen platforms' role in anti-fracking movements. Labs/Teams: Leads research initiatives at UCH-CEU, collaborating with institutions like CIBERER (Rare Diseases Network) and the Valencian International University (VIU).

Guido Castelnuovoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval History
• Political History
• Social History
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Guido Castelnuovo is a Professor of Medieval History at Avignon Université and Director of the Éditions Universitaires d'Avignon (EUA). His research focuses on the late Middle Ages (13th–15th centuries), particularly the geopolitical and sociocultural dynamics of European principalities and Italian city-states. He examines elites such as lords, officers, and secular nobles, analyzing their roles in territorial governance and cultural patronage. As EUA director, he oversees four publishing collections, managing around 30 book publications in five years while advocating for open science principles. His academic work bridges historiography and practical scholarship, emphasizing the interplay between power structures, elite identities, and cultural production. Key themes include Savoyard princely administration, Italian urban nobility, and the transmission of medieval knowledge through chronicles and archival records. Recent studies explore the representation of power in spaces like Avignon’s Palais des Papes and the cultural exchanges shaping elite self-fashioning. Castelnuovo advises students on balancing curiosity-driven research with professional awareness, stressing the importance of archival mastery and collaborative skills. His publications reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches, combining textual analysis with historical geography and art history. Current projects include investigations into Savoyard chancellery practices and the nobility’s evolving self-representation in late medieval Italy.

Diana Petrarcaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Pre-service teacher education
• Web-based learning tools
• Mindfulness in education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Diana Petrarca is an Associate Professor and founding member of the Faculty of Education at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). She played a pivotal role in developing the university's Bachelor of Education program as its former Program Director and currently serves as Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs. Her research focuses on pre-service teacher identity, web-based learning tools (e.g., Field Experience Learning Community), and mindfulness integration in education. She leads an SSHRC-funded documentary project, The (Un)Making of the Teacher, exploring teacher candidate development. Education Background: Holds an EdD from the University of Calgary, MEd from OISE/University of Toronto, BEd from York University, and a BSc from Western Ontario. Completed certifications in documentary filmmaking (Stanford) and mindfulness (University of Toronto). Teaching: Teaches courses in educational theory, practicum supervision, and leadership, with a focus on innovative pedagogical tools. Courses include EDUC 4700U (Models of Teaching), CURS 4200U (Primary/Junior Curriculum), and graduate leadership courses. Awards: 2013 UOIT Teaching Excellence Award, 2011 CATE Dissertation Award, and SSHRC funding. Recognized for contributions to student mentorship and service excellence. Service: Played key roles in curriculum development, practicum coordination, and institutional growth. Active in professional organizations and invited speaking engagements on teacher education.

Edward Walkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Sociology
• Corporate Political Activity
• Social Movements
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Edward Walker is a Professor of Sociology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and former CASBS Fellow at Stanford University (2021-22). His research focuses on corporate political activities, social movements, and environmental policy, particularly examining contentious interactions between industries and societal actors. His work explores fracking politics, astroturfing strategies, and the sociological dimensions of net zero emissions goals. Walker earned his Ph.D. in Sociology from Pennsylvania State University. He has authored influential books, including Grassroots for Hire (Cambridge University Press, 2014), which won the Charles Tilly Award. His research appears in top journals like the American Sociological Review and American Journal of Sociology . He has received multiple awards, including the ASA Collective Behavior and Social Movements Section’s Best Article Award (2016) and a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Fellowship (2009-11). His grants include NSF-funded projects on corporate net zero goals and fracking's social impacts. Walker teaches courses on collective behavior, political sociology, and corporate power. He is affiliated with UCLA’s Movements, Organizations, and Markets Workshop and the Comparative Analysis Seminar.

• Gaelic Linguistics
• Historical Linguistics
• Celtic Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Roibeard O Maolalaigh is a Professor of Gaelic at the University of Glasgow's Department of Celtic and Gaelic within the College of Arts. His work focuses on Gaelic languages and linguistics, dialectology, historical linguistics, and digital humanities. He leads major projects like the Digital Archive of Scottish Gaelic (DASG), which preserves linguistic resources and supports corpus planning. Key initiatives include the Corpas na Gàidhlig (Scottish Gaelic corpus) and Faclan bhon t-Sluagh (Fieldwork Archive). His research spans Gaelic phonetics, morphology, sociolinguistics, and onomastics, with contributions to medieval Gaelic textual analysis (e.g., Book of Deer studies) and historical name elements. Recent projects include CLAG (Gaelic Proficiency Scales) and LEACAG (grammatical guidance for Gaelic professionals). He has collaborated on interdisciplinary efforts like SOILLSE (Gaelic sociolinguistic research network) and the Paradox of Medieval Scotland project. Publications span over 70 works including peer-reviewed articles, edited volumes, and reports. Notable contributions include studies on Gaelic conjunctions, phonological variation, and corpus technology. His work bridges traditional linguistics with modern digital tools, emphasizing Gaelic language preservation and revitalization.

Sebastian M. Herrmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Post-Truth Politics
• Digital Humanities
• Nineteenth-Century Literature
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sebastian M. Herrmann is a Professor for American Studies at the University of Regensburg (since 2021) and previously served as Assistant Professor at American Studies Leipzig (Leipzig University) from 2014 to 2021. He holds a habilitation (2020) and a PhD (2012) from Leipzig University. His academic roles include interim Chair of American Studies at Regensburg University (2021) and 'geschäftsführender Assistent' of American Studies Leipzig (2017–2018). His research focuses on post-truth politics, the cultural work of textuality, 19th-century US 'data imaginary,' and digital humanities. Notable projects include the DFG-funded 'Narrative Liminality and American Modernities' network and the SHRIMP social hypertext platform. He has authored/edited works like Presidential Unrealities (2014) and Poetics of Politics (2015), and contributed to journals such as American Studies Journal . Teaching emphasizes digital pedagogy, American literature/culture, and experimental formats like the graduate journal aspeers . Awards include the Theodor-Litt-Preis (2016) for teaching excellence and the Christoph-Daniel-Ebeling Fellowship (2015). He co-leads the Dresden-Leipzig Research Initiative Selbst-Bewusste Erzählungen and actively engages in academic service, including editorial roles and conference organization.

Beth Dalyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Animal Interactions
• Animal Welfare
• Veterinary Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Beth Daly is a Professor of Anthrozoology at the University of Windsor. She specializes in human-animal interactions, animal welfare, and veterinary health issues. Her work bridges academic research with public engagement through media appearances and community initiatives. Lead the Anthrozoology program offering certificates and minors Advocated for cross-species health approaches during the pandemic Hosted radio columns on animal welfare topics Organized lectures featuring zoo directors and animal welfare experts Her research emphasizes ethical treatment of animals, zoonotic diseases, and compassionate conservation practices. She has collaborated with organizations like the Detroit Zoo and Antwerp Zoo. Daly also pioneered innovative academic programs like admitting dogs into the Anthrozoology program. Active in community initiatives, she led voter registration drives for Americans abroad and participated in pet-related documentaries. Her work combines academic rigor with real-world applications through public lectures and media contributions.

Brent Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multimedia Arts
• Music Composition
• Experimental Film Soundtracks
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brent Lee is a Professor and Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Windsor. He is affiliated with the Department of Music and is a core member of the Noiseborder Ensemble, specializing in multimedia performance and experimental music. His research focuses on interdisciplinary art forms, live audiovisual coding, and the intersection of technology with traditional music composition. Lee has collaborated extensively with institutions like the Windsor Symphony Youth Orchestra and the Leddy Library, producing works such as Homstal and the interactive documentary 130-Year Road Trip . His awards include the 2014 Windsor Endowment for the Arts Award recognizing his contributions to multidisciplinary arts. Notable projects include the experimental film Qausuittuq and the General Brock in Detroit composition, celebrating historical narratives through music. He advises students like David Bergeron, whose works have been premiered by the Windsor Symphony. Lee’s teaching spans composition, sound design, and multimedia performance, reflecting his commitment to innovation in arts education.

• International Relations Theory
• Foreign Policy Analysis
• International Standards and Ideas
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Andrea Betti is a Tenured Professor of International Relations Theory at the Pontifical University Comillas' Department of International Relations, within the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in International Studies from the University of Trento and degrees from the University of Bologna. His academic journey includes professorial roles at FLACSO Ecuador, Universidad Europea, and Spring Hill College. Betti specializes in International Relations Theory, Foreign Policy Analysis (focusing on the US, UK, Spain, and Italy), and innovative teaching methods like flipped classrooms and visual learning through media. Education: Ph.D. in International Studies, University of Trento (2010) Master's in International Relations, University of Bologna (2005) Bachelor's in Political Science, University of Bologna (2004) Research Interests: Betti investigates interactions between national and international actors in foreign policy formulation, with a focus on humanitarian intervention norms (R2P), populism's impact, and teaching innovation. His work emphasizes qualitative methods like discourse analysis and focus groups. Research Trends in Publications: Recent articles highlight Betti's dual focus on pedagogical innovation (flipped classrooms, visual learning) and foreign policy analysis (Spanish aid policy, Italian populism, Brexit impacts). His work bridges theoretical contributions with practical classroom methodologies. Awards: Best Paper Award, Luigi Einaudi Foundation (2005) Grants & Advising: Engaged in research projects on Spain/Italy foreign policy and teaching innovation. No explicit student advisees listed. Labs/Teams: Member of the Clio research group, studying Spain's international relations through history, ideas, and political action.

Maria Isabel durante Asensioمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Art History
• Cinema Studies
• Propaganda and Identity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Isabel durante Asensio is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Art History at the University of Murcia, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. She holds a Doctorate (2014) from the same university, focusing on NO-DO documentaries' role in shaping regional identity. Her research explores intersections between art, cinema, propaganda, and gender dynamics. She is a member of the 'Art, Power and Gender' research group and previously contributed to the 'Twentieth Century Art: Image, Cinema and Audiovisual Communication' group. Her academic work spans topics like surrealist cinema (Dalí), filmic propaganda (NO-DO), and multimedia pedagogy. She has published extensively on Spanish cultural history, regional myth-making through film, and intermedial artistic practices. Teaching contributions include innovative uses of multimedia in film genre education and critical art analysis. Publications highlight themes such as the mythologization of La Manga del Mar Menor, Peter Greenaway's cinematic critiques, and Félix Murcia's interdisciplinary art. Her work often bridges historical analysis with contemporary pedagogical methods, emphasizing interactive learning tools in higher education.

Steve Dawkinsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Virtual Reality
• Media Education
• Digital Literacy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Steve Dawkins is an academic researcher and Associate Dean - Student Experience at the College of Arts and Social Sciences , Coventry University . His work focuses on the intersection of Virtual Reality , Media Education , and Digital Literacy , with over 14 research outputs spanning 2017-2022. He received the Digital Fluency and Innovation award in the Coventry University Excellence Awards 2019. Key Research Areas: Virtual Reality, Media Education, Digital Literacy, 360-degree Documentary, Content Creation. Projects: Led the AR Prison Break project (2018-2019), exploring interactive digital learning tools. Recent Publications: Co-edited the 2022 Routledge book Understanding Virtual Reality: Challenging Perspectives for Media Literacy and Education , contributing chapters on immersive media and new literacies.

• Digital Storytelling
• Interactive Media
• Transmedia Production
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Brad Gyori is a Professor and Principal Academic in Digital Storytelling at Bournemouth University, leading the MA in Creative Writing and Publishing. He has a PhD in Rhetoric and Composition from Arizona State University and extensive industry experience in TV writing for networks like MTV, HBO, and E!. His research focuses on interactive, transmedia, and locative storytelling, particularly how context and design influence user experience. Notably, he led the Shelley’s Heart project, a funded transmedia initiative blending heritage education with digital innovation. His work has been recognized with Emmy Awards and international acclaim. Education: PhD in Rhetoric and Composition (Arizona State University). Prior roles include Emmy-winning TV producer for Talk Soup . Research interests include user experience, associative learning, and narrative design across physical/virtual contexts. Awards include multiple Emmy nominations and festival recognitions such as the Houston Worldfest Gold Medal. Grants: £12,000 from Bournemouth Borough Council, BU QR Fund (2018), and ESRC funding for online gambling research (2020). Community Outreach: Collaborates with BIPOC writers, dementia groups, and children in care through experimental storytelling. Publications: Author of Creating the Interactive Digital Narrative (forthcoming 2025), editor of Bournemouth Journal , and over 20 peer-reviewed articles. Labs/Teams: Shelley’s Heart collaboration spans game design, animation, and industry professionals, aiming to create accessible educational tools.