The Scientific Committee brings together experienced academics and researchers from several disciplines. Members assess conference submissions, provide constructive academic feedback, and support the quality of scholarly discussion.
Scientific Committee Member List
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Raluca Moldovan, Faculty of European Studies, Babes-Bolyai University Cluj Napoca, Romania
Dr. Cristina Gelan-Olaru, Lecturer, Faculty of Arts, Ovidius University of Constanța, Romania
Dr. Ioana Vid, Faculty of Political Sciences, Philosophy and Communication Sciences, West University of Timișoara, Romania
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Robert Albro, Center for Latin American & Latino Studies, American University, United States
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jocelyn B. Millana, Reynolds College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, Missouri State University, United States
Dr. Aurelia-Ana Vasile, College of Journalism and Communication Studies, University of Bucharest, Romania
Dr. Valia Aranitou, School of Economics and Political Sciences, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
Dr. Ana Verde Trabada, Rey Juan Carlos University, Spain
Prof. Dr. Jaime Ferri, Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
Dr. Merle Talvik, Tallinn Health Care Collega, Estonia
Prof. Dr. Sandro Serpa, Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, University of the Azores, Portugal
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kinga Anna Gajda, Department of Society and Cultural Heritage of Europe, the Institute of European Studies, Jagiellonian University, Poland
SSMECONF
Eligibility for Scientific Committee Membership
PhD holders can request consideration for committee membership if they demonstrate appropriate research achievements and relevant academic experience.
Academic Appointment Requirements
Applicants must hold an Assistant Professor position or a more senior academic role. They should be affiliated with a recognized research center, university, or higher education institution.
English and Independent Evaluation
Applicants need a strong command of written English. They must assess submissions independently, impartially, and on academic merit. Their feedback should be constructive and observe recognized ethical and academic standards.
Expected Reviews Each Year
Members generally complete three or four reviews of conference submissions annually. Review timing may be adjusted to suit personal availability and academic duties.
SSMECONF
Benefits of Joining the Scientific Committee
Acknowledgment of Review Work
After each conference, members receive a certificate that acknowledges their academic service. It covers submission review and related academic activities.
International Scholarly Networking
Membership allows participants to connect with researchers, practitioners, specialists, and academics from different countries and subject areas.
Conference Registration Discount
Scientific Committee members qualify for a 20% discount on the conference registration fee for upcoming editions.
Potential Editorial Board Service
Members can also receive consideration for service on editorial boards of journals issued by partner publishers.
Request to Join the Scientific Committee
Experienced academics are invited to apply to support the work of the Scientific Committee. Please complete the form below to express interest in reviewing submissions and supporting related academic activities.
