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Abhijit Banerjee is the Ford Foundation International Professor of Economics at MIT and Director of the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL). A 2019 Nobel laureate in Economic Sciences, his research focuses on development economics, political economy, and poverty alleviation. He co-authored influential books like Poor Economics and Good Economics for Hard Times , emphasizing evidence-based policies and randomized controlled trials. Banerjee’s work addresses global challenges such as education, health, and social welfare, with notable contributions to microfinance, public health interventions, and anti-poverty programs. He holds leadership roles in global initiatives like the Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel and has advised governments worldwide. His research spans topics from police resource allocation in India to the impact of information during crises like demonetization and the pandemic. Education: Bachelor’s in Statistics, Presidency College, Kolkata M.A. in Economics, Jawaharlal Nehru University PhD in Economics, Harvard University Key Contributions: Co-founder of J-PAL, promoting evidence-based poverty reduction strategies. Pioneer in using randomized controlled trials (RCTs) for policy evaluation. Research on microfinance, education reforms, and health interventions in developing countries. Awards: Nobel Prize in Economics (2019), Infosys Prize in Social Sciences (2009), Member of the National Academy of Sciences (2020). Grants/Advisory Roles: Collaborations with institutions like the World Bank, UN, and governments on poverty, health, and education policies. Labs/Teams: J-PAL global network, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab.

• Development Economics
• Macroeconomics
• Political Economy
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Daniela Iorio is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, University of Bologna, and holds a part-time professorship at the European University Institute’s School of Transnational Governance. She specializes in Political Economy, Health Economics, and Public Economics. Her work addresses topics like voting behavior, eating disorders, reproductive health, and parental investments. She earned a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and has held positions at institutions including USC, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, and the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics. Her research focuses on health policy, behavioral economics, and political institutions. Notable contributions include analyzing the link between eating disorders and addictive behaviors, evaluating IVF success disparities, and developing parenting measurement tools through digital interventions. She has been awarded the 2016 Oliver E. Williamson Prize and the Rita Levi Montalcini grant. Iorio teaches advanced courses on political economy and health economics at the PhD and master’s levels. She directs the Health Economics, Management and Policy master’s program at Bologna and has advised over a dozen graduate students. Her grants include a €758k MIUR project on child development and parental engagement. She serves as an Associate Editor for the European Economic Review and referees for top journals like the American Economic Review .

• Political Economy
• Health Economics
• Public Economics
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Stefano Rossi is a Full Professor of Finance at Bocconi University's Department of Finance, serving as Chair of the Department. He holds affiliations with the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI), and serves on editorial boards for journals including Journal of Law, Finance, and Accounting and European Financial Management . His research focuses on corporate governance, bankruptcy, debt financing, sovereign borrowing, and quantitative trading, with publications in top journals such as The Journal of Finance and Journal of Monetary Economics . He has received international recognition, including awards for his work on ownership evolution. Prior to Bocconi, he taught at institutions including the Stockholm School of Economics and Cornell University. He earned his BA/MSc from Bocconi and a PhD in Finance from London Business School. Prof. Rossi's research explores intersections between corporate finance and public policy, with recent work analyzing credit cycles, municipal bankruptcy law, and liquidity shocks in insurance markets. His articles frequently address systemic financial risks and institutional frameworks governing corporate and sovereign debt. Awards include the ECGI Best Paper Prize for his collaborative research on ownership dynamics. Teaching spans corporate finance, valuation, and financial markets at undergraduate, graduate, and executive levels. He has developed courses at Bocconi's undergraduate, MBA, and PhD programs, emphasizing practical applications of theoretical finance models. His comprehensive curriculum includes mergers & acquisitions and private equity strategies. Key contributions include studies on shareholder voting mechanisms, sovereign default dynamics, and the impact of tax policies on corporate behavior. His work often bridges academic rigor with real-world policy implications, influencing both academic discourse and regulatory practices.

• Corporate Governance
• Bankruptcy and Financial Distress
• Debt Financing
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Dr. Silvia Baiocco serves as Assistant Professor at University of Rome Tor Vergata, teaching entrepreneurship, tourism management, and marketing courses across Bachelor and Master programs including 'Creation of Enterprises and Entrepreneurship' (Master), 'Fundamentals of Service Management' (Bachelor), and 'Tourism and Cultural Management for Sustainability' (Bachelor). Her institutional affiliation centers on Business Economics (sector ECON-07/A) with research rooted in co-evolutionary theory. Her research critically examines sustainable business model innovation through three interconnected lenses: (1) tourism-destination co-evolution in historic villages and Alberghi Diffusi, (2) university-industry knowledge exchange for sustainable spin-offs via PNICube Observatory frameworks, and (3) technology integration in smart tourism through AI-driven destination management. She emphasizes context-specific adaptation in both high-income (Italy) and low/middle-income settings (Ghana), with strong focus on social impact and heritage preservation. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals accelerating focus on digital tourism transformation (AI applications, smart city integration) and resilience-building in accommodation firms. Her work consistently applies co-evolutionary frameworks to decode organizational adaptation, particularly in sustainable entrepreneurship contexts. The PNICube Observatory reports highlight her policy-relevant contributions to university research valorization. As educator, Dr. Baiocco actively shapes future business leaders through courses spanning startup creation to sustainable destination management. Her research trajectory indicates deepening engagement with technology-mediated sustainability solutions and cross-sectoral innovation ecosystems, particularly through ongoing PNICube Observatory initiatives.

• Entrepreneurship
• Tourism Management
• Sustainable Business Models
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Cristina Dondi serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Modern Literature and Culture at Sapienza University of Rome's Faculty of Arts and Philosophy. Her academic work centers on the history of the book with specialized expertise in incunabula (15th-century printed books), early book trade networks, and digital humanities methodologies. She teaches the "History of the Book" course for Global Humanities students, delivering lectures in person at Rome's Faculty of Arts and Philosophy during the 2024-2025 academic year. Her research spans material evidence of early printed books, Venetian printing practices, Dante's textual circulation, and library transformations during religious secularization. She pioneers digital approaches through projects like 15cBOOKTRADE and CERL, developing visualization tools for historical book movement data and collaborative digital infrastructures. Her work bridges traditional book history with computational analysis, emphasizing how physical artifacts reveal cultural and commercial networks. Analysis of her 2021-2023 publications shows consistent integration of digital tools with historical scholarship, particularly regarding Italian incunabula circulation and MEI database applications. She frequently examines Venetian commercial practices, Dante's reception, and collaborative digital resource creation, demonstrating how visual analytics transforms understanding of pre-modern book economies. Scientific Awards: No specific awards were documented in the provided sources. Professor Dondi leads significant research initiatives including the 15cBOOKTRADE project and Consortium of European Research Libraries (CERL) collaborations, which involve multi-institutional teams developing digital ecosystems for book historical research. These projects generate scholarly publications, digital tools, and educational resources while securing substantial research funding for infrastructure development and international conferences. She actively shapes the CERL digital ecosystem and 15cBOOKTRADE project framework, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between historians, librarians, and computer scientists. Her current work focuses on expanding Material Evidence in Incunabula (MEI) applications and creating open-access platforms for analyzing early print culture across European collections.

• History of the Book
• Early Print Culture
• Incunabula Studies
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Hans-Wolfgang Micklitz is a Part-Time Professor of Economic Law at the Department of Law of the European University Institute (EUI). He previously held roles such as Finland Distinguished Professor at the University of Helsinki (2016–2021), Head of the Department of Law at EUI (2012–2014), and Full-Time Professor at EUI (2007–2019). His academic career includes visiting professorships at institutions like the University of Columbia, University of Helsinki, and University of Bologna. Education : Studied law and sociology at universities in Mainz, Lausanne, Giessen, and Hamburg (LL.M. 1973). Earned a PhD in 1983 (on Repair Contracts) and Habilitation in International Product Safety Law (1991) from the University of Bremen. Research Focus : Specializes in European Regulatory Private Law, Digital Law, Consumer Protection, and the societal impact of technological change. Current projects include "Digital Transformations and Society" and collaborations on AI-driven legal compliance frameworks. His work bridges legal theory with practical regulatory challenges in digital markets and cross-border governance. Awards and Grants : Recipient of the prestigious ERC Grant (2011–2016), Finland Distinguished Professorship, and Doctor honoris causa from the University of Helsinki (2017). His research has generated over 2 million euros in funding, including the ERC CompuLaw project under Giovanni Sartor. Consultancy and Advisory Roles : Advised the European Commission, German/Austrian Ministries, and NGOs on consumer policy, EU law reforms, and digital governance. Involved in projects across Southeast Europe, Asia, and Africa through partnerships like GIZ. Editorial Contributions : Co-editor of Yearbook of European Law , Revue Internationale de Droit Économique , and Journal of Consumer Policy . Founded the Institute of European and Consumer Law (VIEW) in 1994.

• European Union Law
• Consumer Law
• Digital Law
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Chiara MIO is a Full Professor at the Department of Management, Venice School of Management, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. She holds a prominent academic and leadership role, serving as Director of the Sustainability Laboratory and Director of the Master's Degree in Sustainability (MA.So.). She is also a member of the teaching staff in the PhD program in Science and Management of Climate Change at the same university. Her research focuses on sustainability, corporate governance, integrated reporting, social and environmental accountability, management control systems, and performance measurement in both private and public sectors. She has led multiple master's programs and served on university committees related to teaching and sustainability. Prof. MIO is highly engaged internationally, having served as Chair of the ESG Reporting Task Force at Accountancy Europe and currently serving on the IFAC Board and EFRAG Sustainability Reporting TEG. She has also contributed to European Commission expert groups and sustainability policy development. She has received significant recognition, including the Premio Donna di Eccellenza from AIDDA Friuli Venezia Giulia in 2017. Corporate Reporting Sustainability and Climate Change Management Integrated and Social Reporting Management Control Systems Performance Measurement Corporate Governance Her professional experience is extensive, including board memberships in major Italian companies such as Banco BPM, OVS, Aquafil, and Sofidel. She previously served as President of Crédit Agricole FriulAdria and held advisory roles in sustainability for Benetton Group and Atlantia. She has also held public office as an Assessor in Pordenone and contributed to national and regional sustainability policy. She is actively involved in editorial and scientific committees of journals such as Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management , Social and Environmental Accountability Journal , and International Journal of Environmental Protection and Policy , and is affiliated with academic associations including AIDEA, AAA, and SIDREA.

• Sustainability
• Corporate Governance
• Corporate Reporting
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Stéphanie Novak is a Full Professor at the Department of Comparative Linguistic and Cultural Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. Her research focuses on European institutions, transparency, accountability, collective decision-making, and international negotiations. She has published extensively in journals like the Journal of Common Market Studies and Global Policy, and co-edited a volume with Jon Elster on majority decisions. Current Assignments: Member of the Steering Committee of the Ca' Foscari International College; Delegate for Internationalization Research Interests include: EU institutional transparency and accountability Collective decision-making and consensus Intergovernmental relations and crises Legislative process conflict-resolution International negotiation dynamics Democratic compromise in supranational contexts Her 2023-2024 publications analyze transparency dilemmas, consensus fragility, and digital policy interoperability. Earlier works (2005-2020) examine voting norms, institutional hypocrisy, and EU global representation. Scientific Awards: Dalloz-Bibliothèque de thèses prize (doctoral thesis) Editorial Involvement: Associate Editor, Journal of European Policies (since 2017) Editorial Board, La Fabrique du Politique (since 2018) Former Board Member, La Vie des Idées (2009-2021) Grants & Projects: POLiN Project (2023-2025): Interoperability in EU digital health policies Universalism and Right of Man Project (2023-2026): Late Enlightenment political conditions Observatoire des Institutions Européennes (2014-2021): EU institutions and transparency

• European Union Politics
• Transparency and Accountability
• Collective Decision-Making
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Alberto Dell'Acqua serves as Director of the Milan Hub at Luiss Business School and Associate Professor of Corporate Finance at Mercatorum University in Rome since 2024, with over 20 years of academic experience spanning SDA Bocconi School of Management, Bocconi University, and international institutions in Lebanon, Bulgaria, Libya, and Australia. He holds a degree in Business Economics with full marks from Bocconi University and a PhD in Corporate Finance from the University of Trieste. His research focuses on corporate finance , private equity and venture capital , and corporate governance , examining board structures, investment strategies, and cross-border value creation through rigorous empirical analysis. Recent publications reveal consistent contributions to financial literature, particularly in venture capital diversification, emerging market M&As, and governance mechanisms, published in high-impact journals including Eurasian Business Review and Journal of International Financial Management and Accounting. His research earned the Highly Commended on Emerald Literati Awards 2018 for groundbreaking work on board independence and M&A performance. Professionally, Dell'Acqua founded and leads a corporate financial advisory firm while serving as Vice President of an investment firm specializing in high-growth SMEs. He sits on boards of public/private companies and mentors international startups, with research funded by Confindustria, the Chamber of Commerce, and major trade associations. As Director of the Milan Hub, he drives strategic initiatives for Luiss Business School's Milan operations, integrating academic excellence with professional development in Italy's financial capital.

• Corporate Finance
• Private Equity
• Venture Capital
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Juan Carlos De Martin is a Full Professor of Computer Engineering at the Polytechnic of Turin, where he is also co-founder and co-director of the Nexa Center for Internet & Society. He holds a Faculty Associate position at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University and is a member of the Scientific Council of the Treccani Institute and the Steering Committee of Biennale Democracy. He previously served as Vice Rector for Culture and Communication at the Polytechnic of Turin (2018–2023) and as president of its libraries (2007–2015). His research centers on the societal implications of digital technologies, with a strong emphasis on algorithmic and data justice, digital power, and the democratic challenges posed by modern technology. He advocates for a more democratic and ethical technological future, particularly critiquing the dominance of smartphones and promoting digital sovereignty. His recent publications reflect a clear trend toward ethical AI, data protection, and the social impact of algorithms. He has published on gender bias in language models, GDPR compliance tools, and non-discrimination audits in software, demonstrating a sustained commitment to fairness, transparency, and accountability in digital systems. Best Student Paper Award IEEE ISCC 2011 Best Student Paper Award IEEE ICME 2005 Fellow at Harvard University (Berkman Klein Center) (2011–2015, 2016–2024) Faculty Associate at Collège d'études mondos, France (2016) De Martin has advised PhD students like Marco Rondina on Responsible AI and has led numerous EU-funded research projects such as COMMUNIA and DECODE. He has also played a key role in public policy, serving on ministerial working groups on AI and online hate. He is the founder of the Biennale Tecnologia and has authored influential books on the future of universities and technology, all published under Creative Commons licenses. He leads the Nexa Center for Internet & Society, a multidisciplinary research group focused on the legal, economic, and social aspects of the Internet. The center fosters collaboration between computer scientists, legal scholars, and social scientists to address pressing digital challenges.

• Algorithmic and data justice
• Internet studies
• Technology and society
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Tindara Addabbo is a Full Professor at the Department of Economics 'Marco Biagi' of the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. Her academic roles include teaching and research in economic policy, labor economics, and gender equality. She coordinates courses such as 'Introduction to Macroeconomics,' 'Sustainability Report,' and 'Labour and Industrial Economics' at both undergraduate and master's levels. Her research focuses on gender wage gaps, LGBTQI+ workplace inequalities, gender budgeting, and inclusive teaching methodologies like Team-Based Learning (TBL). Her educational background aligns with her academic career, though specific details are not explicitly stated. She actively participates in institutional reforms to promote gender equality in academia, including the development of Gender Equality Plans (GEPs) and gender-auditing frameworks. Research interests span labor market dynamics, policy impacts on well-being, and sustainable development goals. Notable projects include analyzing gender disparities in wages and employment, the role of corporate policies in reducing inequality, and the effects of the green transition on work quality. Her publications emphasize evidence-based approaches to gender equality, academic inclusivity, and policy evaluation. She collaborates with international organizations and contributes to EU initiatives on social and economic policy.

• Economic Policy
• Gender Equality
• Labor Economics
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Iacopo Senatori is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics "Marco Biagi" of the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, specializing in Labor Law and its intersection with digitalization and organizational models. He teaches courses such as Advanced Labor Law and Human Resources Law and Organizational Models , focusing on topics like worker participation, anti-discrimination policies, and the legal implications of digital transformation in workplaces. His research spans employment law, collective bargaining, and sustainability in labor systems. University: University of Modena and Reggio Emilia Department: Department of Economics "Marco Biagi" Academic Rank: Associate Professor Email: iacopo.senatori@unimore.it Senatori’s research interests include Labor Law , Digital Transformation of Work , and EU Labor Policy . He has explored the legal frameworks for remote work, platform employment, and the impact of AI legislation on worker rights, with a particular emphasis on collective bargaining and participation. His recent publications analyze the European Green Deal ’s impact on labor quality, the AI Act in digital labor regulation, and strategies for sustainable post-pandemic transitions in labor markets. He has also contributed to debates on occupational welfare and flexicurity models through social dialogue. Senatori employs a blended teaching methodology , combining lectures with interactive case studies and digital platforms. His courses emphasize practical application, critical analysis, and the systematic connection of legal norms with real-world labor challenges. Office hours are held weekly, primarily online, for student consultations.

• Labor Law
• Employment Law
• Digital Transformation of Work
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Katia Furlotti is a Full Professor at the Department of Economics and Business Sciences, University of Parma, with a career spanning over 15 years in academia. Her research focuses on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Business Ethics, Corporate Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, and the History of Accounting, particularly in Italian contexts. She has led numerous empirical studies on CSR disclosure practices, gender diversity in governance, and ethical code development for SMEs and non-profits. Education: PhD in 'Determination and Communication of Value in Companies' (2010), Master's in Business Administration (2006), and Degree in Business Economics (2003) from University of Parma. Her research explores CSR disclosure mechanisms, ethical governance structures, and historical accounting practices in institutions like Parma's Teatro Regio and Consorzio del Prosciutto di Parma. Recent studies analyze mandatory gender quotas, CSR vs. business ethics, and board evaluation processes. Key scientific awards include the 2006/2007 ASCAI Award and the Mirella Valentini Scholarship for her Master's thesis. She has served as Vice Direttore of her department and as Quality Assurance Officer for undergraduate programs.

• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Business Ethics
• Corporate Governance
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Paolo Cesarini is a Part-time Professor and Programme Director at the Florence School of Transnational Governance within the European University Institute. He leads the European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO) and European Media and Information Fund (EMIF) projects, focusing on digital media governance, EU competition law, and combating online disinformation. He also serves as a Senior Advisor at Teneo, advising on strategy and corporate communications. Education : Master's in International Law (University of Siena), LLM (College of Europe, Bruges) His expertise spans media policy , Digital Single Market regulations, and EU competition law , with a focus on technological transitions in media industries and the interplay between digital platforms and societal challenges. Recent research examines platform self-regulation of harmful content and foreign interference in digital ecosystems.

• Media Policies
• Digital Single Market
• EU Competition Law
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Luigi Marattin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Bologna. He holds a BA from the University of Ferrara (2001), a Master's from the University of Warwick (2002), and a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Siena (2007). He was a Fulbright Scholar in New York (2005) and served as Economic Advisor to the Italian Prime Minister from 2014 to 2018. Currently on leave since March 2018. His research focuses on fiscal policy, public finance, and macroeconomics, with emphasis on sovereign debt, fiscal consolidations, and monetary union dynamics. Notable areas include the impact of fiscal rules in banking unions, pandemic fiscal responses, and municipal fiscal distress. His work bridges theoretical models (e.g., duopoly adjustments, delegation theory) with applied analyses of European integration and Italian economic policy. Marattin’s publications span over two decades, with recent contributions exploring post-pandemic fiscal strategies and sovereign bail-outs. He engages in policy debates through media interviews and political commentary, advocating for evidence-based economic frameworks. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though his advisory roles highlight practical policy influence. His academic advising includes contributions to national economic policymaking, though formal student-mentor relationships are not detailed here. Grants and funding specifics are not documented in the provided materials.

• Public Finance
• Fiscal Policy
• Macroeconomics
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