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Giuseppe GrossiView profile

Professor

• Public Sector Accounting
• Smart Cities
• Hybrid Organizations
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Giuseppe Grossi is Professor of Business Administration at Kristianstad University (Sweden), Research Professor of Accounting at Nord University (Norway), and Visiting Professor at Kozminski University (Poland). He serves as a part-time Associate Professor at the University of Siena (Italy) and has held visiting/researcher positions at Stockholm University, Sydney University, Victoria University of Wellington, and Kozminski University (2015–present). Kristianstad University: Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Economics Nord University: Research Professor of Accounting Kozminski University: Visiting Professor Research Focus: His work bridges smart cities , hybrid organizations , government accounting , and public sector auditing , emphasizing intersections with sustainability, governance, and digital transformation. He explores how accounting systems shape public value creation and accountability in complex institutional settings. Recent Publications: His 15 most recent articles (2023–2025) analyze topics including: Socio-technical imaginaries in smart city sustainability Performance measurement for social sustainability in municipalities Digital transformation's impact on auditing practices Hybrid organizations' accounting tensions IPSAS implementation across European countries Leadership dynamics at the European Court of Auditors Leadership & Editorial Roles: Grossi chairs the Comparative International Governmental Accounting Research (CIGAR) network since 2023 and serves on editorial boards of 12 journals, including Accounting, Auditing and Accountability Journal and Pacific Accounting Review . He is Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Public Budgeting, Accounting and Financial Management (since 2018) and Associate Editor of Qualitative Research in Accounting & Management (since 2021). Grants & Projects: He leads/co-leads research funded by the Swedish Research Council, Polish National Science Centre, Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology, and Nordic Council of Ministers. Current projects include 'Measuring vulnerability – Reporting on social sustainability in Swedish municipalities' and 'Reinventing Auditing: A new role of the European Court of Auditors.'

• Translation Studies
• Cognitive Translation
• Emotion in Translation
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Beatriz Naranjo Sanchez is a researcher at the University of Murcia, Spain, currently affiliated with the Translation, Didactics and Cognition research group and previously with the Translation, Lexicology and Writing Group. Her work bridges translation studies, cognitive psychology, and musicology through experimental methodologies. She earned her PhD from the University of Murcia in 2017 with the dissertation La influencia de la música sobre la calidad y la creatividad en traducción literaria (inglés-español, inglés-italiano) una aproximación estético-psicológica , supervised by Dr. Ana María Rojo López. Her research centers on psychological and emotional dimensions of translation processes, particularly examining how background music influences literary translation creativity, how anger affects decision-making with offensive content, and emotional processing in dubbing. She employs cognitive-experimental approaches to investigate narrative engagement, vocal qualities in emotionally charged scenes, and pandemic-related stressors on evaluative language translation. Analysis of her 2015-2023 publications reveals consistent focus on music-translation interactions and emotional variables, with methodological emphasis on laboratory experiments, psycholinguistic measurements, and cognitive assessments. Her work demonstrates interdisciplinary innovation through the fusion of aesthetic theory, cognitive science, and translation practice. Scientific awards: No awards documented in provided sources. Regarding advising and grants, while she supervises research within university groups, no specific students or funded projects were mentioned. Her institutional affiliation suggests collaborative research within translation psychology frameworks. She actively contributes to the Translation, Didactics and Cognition research group, which investigates cognitive-affective translation processes through experimental paradigms, likely involving lab-based studies on emotional and musical variables in professional translation contexts.

Luca BarraView profile

Professor

• Media Studies
• Television History
• Transnational Media Circulation
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Luca Barra is Full Professor of Television and Digital Media at the Department of Arts, University of Bologna. His research focuses on media studies, particularly television history and contemporary evolution, transnational circulation of content, serialization, and comic/humorous genres. He has coordinated the Master's Degree in Information, Cultures and Media Organization since 2021 and serves as editor-in-chief of VIEW. Journal of European TV History and Culture. University of Bologna, Department of Arts Research areas: Television History, Transnational Media, Digital Transformation, Italian TV Production Barra's work examines the international mediation of ready-made TV formats, Italian streaming partnerships, and the cultural implications of digital television. His recent articles analyze dystopian narratives, sitcom reception in Italy, and the redefinition of celebrity during the pandemic. He contributes to academic discourse through editorial roles in journals like SERIES and Comunicazioni Sociali. His publications include monographs on Italian television programming, sitcoms, and co-edited volumes exploring European premium TV fiction and digital media frameworks. Barra has led research projects such as ATLas and F-ACTOR, and collaborates with international institutions including Brown University and NECS.

Laura London WaringerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Musical Theatre
• Theatre and Performance Research
• Race Representation in Theatre
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Laura London Waringer is an Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre at Tulane University's Newcomb Department of Music, serving as coordinator of the BFA in Music's Musical Theatre concentration since 2024. She previously developed the Musical Theatre Certificate program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Her academic credentials include a PhD from Florida State University (Theatre and Performance Research), an MFA from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (Music Theatre), and a BFA from NYU Tisch School of the Arts (Musical Theatre). Her research focuses on race and gender representation in musical theatre, educational methodologies, and adapting historical events into theatrical works. She is expanding her doctoral research into a book titled Triple Threat: A Study of American Musical Theatre Training . Waringer is also an accomplished performer, director, and founder of Wanderlust: Theatre on Location, producing immersive site-specific theatre projects like Musicals on the Move and The Frenchtown Project . Her creative work emphasizes community engagement through location-based performances, such as adaptations of A Christmas Carol and Into the Woods . She is a member of Actors Equity Association, British Actors Equity, and SAG-AFTRA.

Tone Stangeland KaufmanView profile

Professor

• Practical Theology
• Ecclesiology
• Homiletics
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Tone Stangeland Kaufman is a Professor of Practical Theology at MF University College of Theology, Religion and Society . Her research focuses on ecclesiology, homiletics, Christian spirituality, and qualitative methodologies , with an emphasis on reflexivity and normativity in empirical theological research. She leads the Scandinavian research project Priests' Learning in Practice (PLP) , examining newly graduated priests' transition to professional roles in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Her educational background includes a PhD (2011) from MF with a dissertation on Nordic clergy spirituality. She has held roles as a part-time parish priest (2012–2015) and served on committees like the Interchurch Council Theological Committee (2020–present) and the American Academy of Religion Practical Theology Group (co-chair since 2013). Her work bridges pastoral practice and academic rigor, with a focus on youth theology, religious education, and the digital transformation of worship. Key publications include studies on digitally mediated preaching , confession practices , and Ignatian spirituality in prisons . Her 2021 book Forkynnelse for barn og voksne analyzes confirmation rituals, while recent work explores postcolonial perspectives in practical theology. She teaches courses on homiletics, practical theology methodology, and postmodern religious practices. Professional networks include leadership roles in Societas Homiletica , the Nordic Network for Homiletics , and the Ecclesiology and Ethnography group. Her research often integrates material culture, digital media, and intergenerational dynamics to address contemporary challenges in Christian practice and institutional life.

Leona WiegmannView profile

Associate Professor

• Management Control
• Digitalisation in Accounting Practices
• Performance Management
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Leona Wiegmann is an Associate Professor of Management Control at ESCP Business School in Paris. Her research examines how digitalization reshapes accounting practices, focusing on tensions between technology and human actors, evolving roles of management accountants, and external stakeholder engagement. She employs qualitative methods like field studies, vignettes, and netnography to explore forecasting, performance management, and accountability. Previously, she held faculty positions at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management (Germany) and Monash University (Australia). Open to supervising PhD students, her work appears in journals such as Contemporary Accounting Research and Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal . Education: PhD from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management Key Research Themes: Digitalization in Accounting, Organizational Dynamics, Qualitative Methodologies Her articles analyze topics ranging from proxy advisor accountability to information search during crises, reflecting her focus on real-world organizational challenges. While no scientific awards are listed, her contributions to accounting and organizational studies literature highlight her scholarly impact.

Rauno SairinenView profile

Professor

• Environmental Policy
• Natural Resource Governance
• Sustainability Transitions
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Rauno Sairinen is Professor of Environmental Policy at the University of Eastern Finland's Department of History and Geography, Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Administration. He directs the RESOURCE research community focused on sustainable resource societies and serves as Adjunct Professor at the University of Queensland's Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining. His work spans environmental governance, mining sustainability, and social impact assessment, leading 36 projects and currently serving as Work Package leader in EU-funded initiatives like GOVERMAT, IMP@CT, and CORE. Research Groups: CEMMS (Center for Social Science Mining Research), Global Development, SOBIO (Social Science Bioeconomy Research Network), Environmental Culture Research Network Current Projects: MILESTONE (2022-2026), SUMET (2024-2027) His research integrates mining governance, circular economy transitions, and social sustainability. Recent publications examine critical raw materials in electric vehicles, small-scale mining in post-conflict regions, and industrial heritage transformations. Key themes include stakeholder engagement, policy harmonization, and sustainable resource extraction frameworks. Sairinen's 15 most recent articles (2024-2018) span environmental policy, mining governance, and social sustainability. Topics include battery metal recycling, bioeconomy transitions, and cultural heritage preservation, with methodologies ranging from case studies to transdisciplinary reviews. He has collaborated with researchers across Finland, Australia, and Europe, focusing on policy development for responsible mining. Current affiliations include the Geological Survey of Finland's Board (2017-2019) and leadership in academic networks addressing sustainability transitions.

• Software Correctness
• Cybersecurity
• Usability Engineering
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James Davis is an Assistant Professor in the Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University. His research focuses on engineering robust computing systems through socio-technical approaches, emphasizing software correctness, security, and usability. He applies empirical methodologies to evaluate the practical impact of technical solutions. Research interests include software supply chain security, deep learning reproducibility, regular expression optimization, IoT cybersecurity, and the socio-technical challenges in system design. His work bridges theoretical foundations with real-world applications, addressing issues like regex denial-of-service (ReDoS), model reuse in AI, and developer practices for safety-critical systems. Recent publications span topics such as actor reputation metrics in software supply chains, AI safety for downstream developers, and edge-computing optimizations for vision transformers. His interdisciplinary approach integrates empirical studies, formal verification, and human-centered design principles. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. His advising record is currently unspecified, though his research group likely engages in collaborative projects with industry and academia. He contributes to initiatives like the Sigstore ecosystem and open-source security tooling, reflecting his commitment to practical impact.

Carol SymesView profile

Professor

• Medieval Europe
• Premodern Documentary Cultures
• Literacy Studies
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Carol Symes is a distinguished Professor of History and Director of the Program in Medieval Studies at the University of Illinois. She holds joint appointments in Theatre, Classics, and affiliations with the Unit for Criticism and Interpretive Theory. Her research focuses on premodern documentary cultures, medieval performance practices, and the role of media in shaping historical narratives. Symes is renowned for her work on medieval theatre, including the groundbreaking book A Common Stage: Theater and Public Life in Medieval Arras , which redefined premodern media studies. Education: Ph.D. in History from Harvard University; M.Litt. from Oxford; B.A. in Humanities from Yale; professional actor training at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. Research interests encompass global medieval connections, the interplay between performance and text, and the medieval legacy in modern contexts. She co-founded The Medieval Globe , a journal promoting interdisciplinary global medieval studies, and has edited influential volumes like Cities, Texts and Social Networks, 400-1500 . Recent work includes projects on modern war’s impact on medieval heritage, Shakespearean performance histories, and the Education Justice Project’s prison theatre initiatives. Awards include the Medieval Academy’s Kindrick-CARA Award and University Scholar recognition. Teaching accolades include the Queen Teaching Prize and Dean’s Excellence Award. She advises on grants and has secured funding from NEH, ACLS, Mellon, and others. Current doctoral supervision spans topics from medieval soil symbolism to transnational sound studies and Ottoman museology. Labs/Teams: Co-director of the Education Justice Project’s Theatre Initiative; collaborator on The Medieval Globe journal; contributor to interdisciplinary medieval studies networks.

Luisa ArangoView profile

Associate Professor

• Social and Cultural Anthropology
• Urban Anthropology
• Political Ecology
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Luisa Arango is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Ethnology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Strasbourg, where she also serves as Director of Studies for the Bachelor's program in Anthropology and Ethnology in Distance Learning (EàD). She is based at the MISHA building and is affiliated with the SAGE Laboratory (UMR 7363). Her academic work spans research, teaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a strong focus on urban anthropology and environmental issues. Her research centers on urban environments, water and land resource management, identity dynamics in cities, and the anthropology of techniques, with fieldwork conducted in the Nile Valley (Sudan) and the Colombian Caribbean. She explores themes such as urbanization processes, spatiality and power, local perceptions of climate change, and alternative ethnographic methods. Her work often engages with political ecology, interdisciplinary environmental research, and the social dimensions of nature and resources. Luisa Arango’s recent publications (2013–2024) reflect a consistent focus on hydrosocial systems, urban water governance, land appropriation, and knowledge production in Africa and Latin America. Her articles appear in journals such as Canadian Journal of African Studies , Espaces et Sociétés , Autrepart , and Sources . She has also contributed to interdisciplinary dialogues on climate change, artistic ethnography, and field drawing as research tools. Knowledge about nature in Africa Urban water management in Khartoum and Cartagena Land rights and ethnic identity in Colombia Interdisciplinary approaches to climate and urban planning Ethnographic and artistic methodologies Luisa Arango is actively involved in research networks such as WATERLAT-GOBACIT and GAIA (University of Antioquia, Colombia). She has supervised academic projects and contributed to methodological innovations in ethnographic research. She teaches courses on ethnographic methods, urban anthropology, and research forums for distance-learning students. Her work emphasizes the political dimensions of resource access, the transformative power of collective action, and the importance of integrating social and material realities in understanding urban and environmental change. She has no listed scientific awards in the provided text, but her sustained publication record and leadership roles indicate significant scholarly impact. She is also engaged in public-facing research, including graphic works and documentaries on anthropological practice.

Sébastien MichonView profile

Researcher

• Sociology of elites
• Sociology of Europe
• Political sociology
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Sébastien Michon is a CNRS Research Director at the SAGE laboratory (Sociétés, acteurs, gouvernement en Europe) at the University of Strasbourg. He holds leadership roles including President of Section 36 (Sociology and Legal Sciences) of the CNRS National Committee and Deputy Director of the Interuniversity House of Human Sciences - Alsace (MISHA). He is also co-leader of the WP 'How European society is regulated' within the Interdisciplinary Thematic Institute MAKErS at the University of Strasbourg (2021–2028). Research Director, CNRS President, Section 36, CNRS National Committee Deputy Director, MISHA Co-leader, WP 'How European society is regulated', ITI MAKErS Member, SAGE Laboratory, University of Strasbourg Education: Habilitation to Direct Research (HDR), University of Paris 1-Panthéon-Sorbonne, 2017 Doctorate in Sociology, Marc Bloch University of Strasbourg, 2006 Sébastien Michon’s research focuses on the sociology of political elites, particularly within European institutions. His work examines the professionalization of political careers, the socialization of political actors, and the dynamics of power and representation in the European Parliament. He employs quantitative methods and sequence analysis to study career trajectories, elite formation, and institutional change. His research extends to public action, parliamentary studies, and the sociology of entrepreneurs and training. He investigates how political fields are structured and how boundaries between politics, economy, and society are negotiated, particularly in the context of EU governance and lobbying. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward analyzing the revolving door phenomenon, public-private circulations, and the ethics of political careers, especially among European Parliament staff and ministers. He also explores urban politics, municipal elections, and the socio-spatial dimensions of voting. His methodological contributions include innovative uses of sequence analysis and geometric data analysis in sociological research. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: No specific scientific awards or fellowships were mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: Sébastien Michon has led and participated in several significant research programs funded by national and European agencies. These include the ANR REPEIRE project (2024–2025), the ITI MAKErS Chair (2024–2026), the PolEthics project (2022–2025) coordinated by Sciences Po and LIEPP, and the PolEco project under the 'Investissements d’avenir' program at the University of Strasbourg. He also contributed to the NAWA Network on 'Social Space, Fields and Relationality' (2019–2022) funded by the Polish National Academic Exchange Agency. While specific advisees are not listed, his role as an HDR holder and active researcher suggests he supervises PhD and master’s students. He has also produced research datasets, such as the 'Directory of the European Parliament members' (2021), indicating a commitment to open science and collaborative research infrastructure. Labs, Teams, and Networks: Michon is a core member of the SAGE laboratory at the University of Strasbourg and has collaborated extensively with scholars such as Willy Beauvallet, Cécile Robert, Valentin Behr, and Julien Boelaert. He is involved in interdisciplinary initiatives like the ITI MAKErS and has contributed to networks such as the 'Social Space, Fields and Relationality' research network. His work bridges sociology, political science, and European studies, often through collaborative research projects and co-authored publications.

Toman BarsbaiView profile

Professor

• Development Economics
• International Migration
• Cultural Economics
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Professor Toman Barsbai of the School of Economics at the University of Bristol specializes in development economics with a focus on international migration and cultural behavior. His research combines experimental and observational micro-level data from fieldwork and archives. Lead researcher at Malengo initiative Affiliated with J-PAL and French Collaborative Institute on Migration Member of Philippines' Department of Migrant Workers expert council His work examines migration's economic implications through two core themes: (1) international migration dynamics and (2) cultural behavior economics. Recent studies include labor migration's impact on democratic diffusion, financial literacy training for migrants, and cross-species behavioral convergence. Publications in Science , American Economic Journal: Applied Economics , and Journal of Development Economics demonstrate methodological rigor through randomized controlled trials. Media coverage in BBC, Science, and World Bank Development Impact Blog highlights real-world policy relevance.

Anne-Marie SpeedView profile

Professor

• Vocal Coaching
• Dialect Coaching
• Musical Theatre
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Anne-Marie Speed serves as Professor of Spoken Word on the Musical Theatre course at the Royal Academy of Music, a position she has held since the course's inception in 1994. Invited by course founder Mary Hammond to develop and lead the actor voice training component, she has established herself as a leading authority in vocal pedagogy across film, theatre, and television through nearly 30 years of professional practice. Her expertise centers on vocal technique, dialect acquisition, and spoken word performance for musical theatre actors. She has developed specialized training methodologies for voice projection, accent authenticity, and emotional expression in singing, with applications spanning educational settings and high-profile industry productions. This dual focus bridges academic vocal training with practical stage and screen requirements. Speed's professional portfolio includes vocal coaching for Britain's Got Talent (2011-2012), X Factor, and over 30 West End productions such as Singin' in the Rain, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Funny Girl. Her film work encompasses Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Pinocchio, and Everybody's Talking About Jamie, while television credits include Cilla, Dr Zhivago, and Doc Martin. No scientific awards or academic honors were documented in the available information. Her academic role involves training musical theatre students at the Royal Academy of Music, while her professional engagements function as practical mentorship for performers in major productions. The integration of her industry experience into curriculum development represents a significant contribution to performing arts education.

Jonas HolmqvistView profile

Associate Professor

• Language Use in Services
• Luxury Marketing
• Service Management
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Jonas Holmqvist is an Associate Professor of Marketing at KEDGE Business School, renowned for his research on language use in services and luxury marketing. He has published in leading journals such as the Journal of Service Research and European Journal of Marketing , with a focus on perceived value in luxury and ethical practices in the luxury industry. He collaborates with world-renowned luxury companies and serves as an editor for the Journal of Business Research special issue on 'Unconventional Luxury'. Recent Publications: His work explores themes like liminality in customer experiences, digital transformation in luxury fashion, traceability in B2B relationships, and cultural dynamics in service ecosystems. Articles often emphasize hedonic escapism , agentic luxury , and value creation in service contexts. Teaching Areas: Marketing, Luxury Services, and Consumer Behavior. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications for global brands.

Yana MeerzonView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Performance Studies
• Dramaturgy
• Migration and Displacement
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Yana Meerzon is a Full Professor in the Department of Theatre at the University of Ottawa, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts. Her academic roles include teaching advanced courses such as Performance and Migration , THE 5130 Dramaturgy , and THE 5934 Theatre at the Crossroads of Narratives . She holds additional adjunct roles at institutions like Carleton University’s Cultural Mediations Program and Dalhousie University’s Department of English. Her research focuses on theoretical approaches to performance and migration, including studies on displacement, multilingualism, and identity politics. She has authored four books and co-edited nine collections, with recent works exploring Russian nationalism and migration narratives. Her current SSHRC-funded project examines the intersection of migration and neo-nationalism in European theatre. Meerzon’s academic leadership includes serving as President of the Canadian Association for Theatre Research (2020–2022) and membership in global organizations like IFTR and EASTAP. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto and advanced degrees from the Russian Academy of Theatre Arts (GITIS). Her scholarly contributions span over 86 publications, including analyses of Wajdi Mouawad’s work, Michael Chekhov’s pedagogy, and digital performance in crises. She actively engages in public discourse through interviews and media links, emphasizing the ethical and cultural dimensions of migrant theatre practices in Canada and beyond.