Ranjodh Singh is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Accounting, Economics and Finance within the Faculty of Business and Law at Curtin University. He holds a BSc (Hons) and PhD in disciplines relevant to his research focus. His teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Data Analytics and Econometrics, and he supervises Honours, Masters, and PhD students in these areas. Ranjodh’s research interests center on Applied Econometrics , Applied Statistics , and Housing Economics . His work explores topics such as housing market dynamics, policy impacts on mental wellbeing, Indigenous mobility, and nonlinear econometric modeling. Recent studies include analyzing rental subsidy effectiveness, cannabis-tobacco consumption linkages, and post-pandemic housing demand shifts. His publications span leading journals like Housing Studies , International Journal of Housing Policy , and Journal of Population Economics . He frequently collaborates with researchers across disciplines, including economists, statisticians, and sociologists. His research has addressed policy-relevant issues such as rental affordability, remote infrastructure planning, and pandemic-driven economic shifts. Ranjodh’s contributions extend to major research initiatives like the AHURI Final Reports series, focusing on housing stress and Indigenous community needs. His methodologies blend traditional econometrics with machine learning advancements, as seen in his work on nonlinear models and forecast combinations.
Giuliana Sorce is a Postdoctoral Scholar at the Institute of Media Studies, Faculty of Humanities, Eberhard Karls University Tübingen, Germany, where she works within the research unit 'Transformations of Media Cultures' under Prof. Dr. Tanja Thomas. She is also the Institute's international coordinator, supporting exchange students and researchers. Sorce is actively engaged in academic leadership, currently serving as Chair of the 'Communication & Democracy' section at the European Communication Research and Education Association (ECREA), and previously chaired the 'International and Intercultural Communication' division of the German Communication Association (DGPuK). PhD in Mass Communications and Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies, Penn State University (2017) MSc in Professional Communication Studies (2014) BA in American Studies (2011) Giuliana Sorce's research lies at the intersection of digital media, activism, and social justice. Her work explores the dynamics of digital activism, with a focus on transnational movements such as Fridays for Future, feminist-democratic media activism in South Africa, and the communication strategies of NGOs worldwide. She examines how digital technologies reshape protest, public discourse, and civil society engagement. Her scholarship critically investigates right-wing populism through the lens of 'exclusionary solidarity,' analyzing affective dimensions and mediated discourses. She also researches climate communication, gender equity, and algorithmic consciousness in youth-led movements. Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in digital contention, transnational protest, and strategic NGO communication. She has co-edited and contributed to Global Perspectives on NGO Communication for Social Change , analyzing cases from Sudan, Brazil, China, and beyond. Her articles in journals like Media and Communication , Convergence , and Environmental Communication demonstrate a consistent focus on the interplay between media, power, and social transformation. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Teaching Award for Pedagogical Innovations and Service Learning Projects (2014) Recognized as an award-winning scholar in media and communication studies Fellow, Athene Program for Outstanding Emerging Scholars (2020–2022) Giuliana Sorce has advised and mentored students at various levels, though specific names are not listed. She has secured grant support for her doctoral and postdoctoral research, including funding from the Hans-Böckler-Foundation for her work on right-wing social policy. She is currently developing a cumulative habilitation project on transnational (digital) climate activism. Her academic service includes reviewing for top journals such as New Media & Society , Information, Communication & Society , and Environmental Communication . She teaches media theory, analysis, and methods at both undergraduate and master’s levels, particularly within the 'Publics and Responsibility' track. Her pedagogical innovations have been recognized with awards, and she has taught at international institutions including Manchester University, Södertörn University, and Erasmus University Rotterdam. She has extensive experience in online teaching and curricular development.
Assoc. Prof. Meltem Gürünlü serves as a faculty member and department head of the Department of International Trade and Finance (Eng.). She has conducted Erasmus teaching mobility at the University of Split, Croatia (May 2023), delivering a seminar on legislative-environment interactions and strengthening academic ties. Her research focuses on corporate finance, behavioral finance, sustainability, and emerging markets, with particular attention to digital transformation, corporate governance, and fintech innovations. Recent work explores topics like cryptocurrency ecosystems, green bonds, and the future of financial systems. Her academic contributions span over 40 publications since 2007, addressing themes such as capital structure dynamics, foreign ownership impacts, and the role of technology in finance. Key areas include analyzing business groups' financial behaviors, evaluating earnings management practices, and investigating investor perceptions of sustainability initiatives. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical evidence, often using Turkish market data (e.g., Borsa Istanbul). Notably, Prof. Gürünlü’s research highlights interdisciplinary intersections—e.g., blockchain’s governance implications, renewable energy financing challenges, and the ethical dimensions of AI in finance. Her scholarship emphasizes practical policy recommendations for regulatory frameworks and corporate strategies in evolving financial landscapes.
Jane Bambauer is a Professor of Law at the University of Florida's Levin College of Law and holds the Brechner Eminent Scholar Chair in the College of Journalism and Communications. She teaches courses in Torts, First Amendment, Media Law, Criminal Procedure, and Privacy Law, focusing on the intersection of technology and constitutional rights. Education: J.D. from Yale Law School; B.S. in Mathematics from Yale College. Her research evaluates the societal implications of Big Data, AI, and predictive algorithms, particularly their impact on free speech, privacy, law enforcement, and government accountability. She has contributed to over 20 scholarly publications and serves as a contributing editor for Lawfare . Professor Bambauer is currently Chair of the National AI Advisory Committee Subcommittee on Law Enforcement and previously served as deputy director of the NSF-funded Center for Quantum Networks. Her work has been featured in The Washington Post , The New York Times , and other media outlets. Notable affiliations: Levin College of Law (University of Florida) College of Journalism and Communications (University of Florida) National AI Advisory Committee Subcommittee on Law Enforcement Center for Quantum Networks (former deputy director)
Yiding Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Accounting and International Business at the Marilyn Davies College of Business, University of Houston-Downtown, holding a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Oklahoma and maintaining active CPA certification through the AICPA. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Business Administration, University of Oklahoma M.S. in Taxation, Gonzaga University B.S. in Economics, Brigham Young University Professor Wang's research integrates technical accounting practices with human behavioral dimensions, focusing on: Financial disclosure mechanisms and market impacts Employee-perception dynamics in earnings benchmarking Ethical reputation effects on career development Algorithmic trading influences on corporate reporting Her work examines how algorithmic systems reshape forward-looking disclosures, how psychological factors affect earnings interpretations, and the tangible career implications of organizational ethics. Her 2023-2024 publications reveal a cohesive research trajectory bridging quantitative accounting methods with behavioral insights, appearing in premier outlets like the Journal of Accounting Research and Journal of Business Ethics. This dual focus demonstrates increasing scholarly impact at the intersection of financial reporting standards and human decision-making processes. Her research excellence has been recognized through: Consecutive Excellence in Research Awards from the Marilyn Davies College of Business (2023-2024) Top paper awards at American Accounting Association meetings (2021-2022) Academy of Management SIM Track Best Paper Award (2022) Doctoral teaching recognition from the Michael F. Price College of Business (2021) As an educator, Professor Wang teaches graduate-level Advanced Auditing courses while maintaining active research programs; her CPA certification and award-winning scholarship demonstrate exceptional integration of professional practice and academic rigor in accounting education.
Felix Urs Erich Freitag is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Architecture at the Barcelona School of Informatics (FIB), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC). He is a key member of the CNDS - Computer Networks and Distributed Systems research group, where he actively contributes to projects in cloud computing, peer-to-peer systems, and IoT networking. His primary research interests include Cloud Computing , Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Systems , Internet of Things (IoT) , LoRa Mesh Networks , Federated Learning , Edge Computing , and Blockchain for IoT . His work spans from fundamental networking protocols to applied research on decentralized systems and sustainable digital technologies. He has also contributed to educational innovation through open project-based learning methodologies. Dr. Freitag's recent publications highlight a strong focus on integrating AI with low-power IoT networks, particularly using LoRa technology for federated learning and secure, decentralized identity solutions. His work demonstrates a clear trend towards enabling intelligent, trustworthy, and resource-efficient distributed systems at the network edge. Scientific Awards: 1er Premi UPC de Ciència Oberta 2024 He has been involved in significant research and innovation projects, including European H2020 and Horizon Europe initiatives, often in collaboration with colleagues like Leandro Navarro and Roque Meseguer. His research is supported by competitive grants focused on digital, industry, and space technologies. He also contributes to educational innovation projects and has supervised student theses, fostering a collaborative research environment within the UPC. His work is associated with the development of experimental testbeds and software libraries for LoRa mesh networks and federated learning, indicating a hands-on approach to building and validating distributed systems.
Jessica Roberts is an Assistant Professor of Communication at Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Lisbon, affiliated with the Faculty of Human Sciences and the Research Centre for Communication and Culture (CECC). She is an active researcher and author, focusing on journalism, fake news, media ethics, and the role of non-traditional actors in public information. Ph.D. in Journalism Studies, University of Maryland M.A. in Journalism, University of Southern California Her research explores the ethical dimensions of citizen journalism, social media, and participatory media practices such as selfies as forms of witnessing. She investigates how disinformation spreads and how journalists can respond effectively, with a strong emphasis on empathy, public trust, and the integrity of the information ecosystem. Her work bridges theoretical analysis with practical implications for modern journalism. The trend in her publications shows a consistent focus on the evolving media landscape, particularly the intersection of technology, ethics, and public discourse. From analyzing the 'Humans of New York' phenomenon to reimagining selfies as journalistic acts, her work highlights how everyday individuals contribute to public knowledge. Recent articles and books reflect growing concern about disinformation, media fear, and the future of trustworthy journalism. Literati Award Outstanding Paper (2021) Second Place Best Faculty Research Paper (2023) Jessica Roberts has supervised 16 academic works at UCP and leads the 'Humans of New York' research project (2020–2026), which examines empathy and storytelling in public service journalism. She is actively involved in organizing key academic events, including the Lisbon Winter School and research symposia on journalism studies, demonstrating leadership in the scholarly community. She is a principal investigator on externally funded research and regularly presents at conferences and invited talks, contributing to both academic and public discourse on media and communication. Her engagement with press and media further underscores her role as a public intellectual. Her lab or research team is embedded within the Research Centre for Communication and Culture (CECC), where she collaborates with scholars on interdisciplinary projects exploring media, emotion, and ethics. The CECC serves as a hub for innovative communication research in Portugal and beyond.
Dr. Jin Lee is a Senior Research Fellow at Curtin University's School of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry, within the Faculty of Humanities. He holds multiple research affiliations including the Influencer Ethnography Research Lab (IERLab), the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child, and is a founding member of the TikTok Cultures Research Network. His work focuses on digital intimacies, marginalized communities' media practices, and social media pop cultures. His research explores how marginalized groups navigate digital spaces to assert agency, with particular attention to identity politics, gender/sexuality dynamics, and digital activism. He has conducted extensive studies on South Korean media ecosystems, including analyses of YouTube influencers, K-pop idol cultures, and TikTok's global expansion. His work bridges academic rigor with public engagement, appearing in both scholarly journals and popular media outlets. Key contributions include co-editing special issues on TikTok cultures, exploring social justice through platform-based activism, and examining the intersection of child stardom and digital media. Lee's methodologies emphasize ethnographic approaches to digital spaces, revealing how cultural artifacts and online interactions shape contemporary media landscapes. He is affiliated with the Korea Research Centre of Western Australia and has been recognized for his interdisciplinary approach to media studies. His current projects investigate cute activism on social media, the role of influencers in nationalist discourses, and children's digital cultures across the Asia Pacific region.
Daniel S. Berger is a Principal Researcher at Microsoft's Azure Systems Research Group in Redmond, focusing on the efficiency, sustainability, and reliability of cloud platforms . He is also an Affiliate Assistant Professor at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science at the University of Washington, where he teaches graduate classes. His research spans systems stack innovations for sustainability , including work on memory tiering , repair operations , and cooling systems (Zissou). He leverages system prototyping , simulation , and statistical modeling in his work, often collaborating with PhD students and postdocs from institutions like Columbia, University of Toronto, CMU, and Princeton. Recent publications highlight his leadership in CXL-based memory management , carbon-efficient cloud design , and latency-aware caching . His tools, such as Belatedly and FOO , have demonstrated significant improvements in cache performance and latency optimization. Best Paper Awards: USENIX OSDI 2023, HotCarbon 2023, ACM SOSP 2021. Distinguished Paper: ASPLOS 2023. His work has been integrated into Apache Traffic Server and Microsoft production systems , with open-source tools and datasets released for reproducibility. Collaborations include hardware and OS development teams within Azure and academia.
Gijs van Dijck is a Professor of Private Law at Maastricht University's Faculty of Law, where he heads the Maastricht Law and Tech Lab and serves as a Principal Investigator at the Brightlands Institute for Smart Society (BISS). His work bridges law and technology, focusing on artificial intelligence, data-driven legal analysis, and empirical research in contract, tort, and insolvency law. He has published in top-tier journals like the Oxford Journal of Legal Studies and collaborated with institutions such as Stanford University and the Netherlands eScience Center. His research explores the intersection of legal theory and computational methods, including network analysis of human rights precedents, hybrid retrieval systems for multilingual legal texts, and ethical frameworks for AI in law. Recent publications emphasize regulatory challenges in cybersecurity, open-texture in legal concepts, and responsible AI applications in jurisprudence. Van Dijck actively contributes to legal scholarship as a journal editor and advisor, while his teaching covers computational legal research and core private law subjects. His work reflects a commitment to interdisciplinary innovation in legal studies.
Alexandros Gazos is a Researcher at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), working within the Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis (ITAS) in the Research Group 'Sociotechnical Futures and Policies.' His academic work bridges sociology, technology assessment, and security studies, with a focus on understanding how sociotechnical systems can be made more resilient against emerging threats. Gazos holds an MA in Sociology from Goethe University Frankfurt (2017-2020), where he also served as a Tutor at the Chair of 'Sociology and Social Psychology with a Focus on Interpretive Empirical Social Research' (2019-2020). Prior to this, he completed his BA in Sociology at the same institution (2012-2017). His academic background provides a strong foundation for his sociomaterial approach to technology studies. Gazos's research interests include: Sociology of technology and its societal implications Critical infrastructure systems and their resilience Systemic risks associated with emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence Malevolent creativity and the dual-use potential of new technologies Technology monitoring in the context of extremism and radicalization Sociomaterial constitution of cybersecurity in critical information infrastructures His publication record from 2021-2025 shows a clear progression toward increasingly sophisticated analyses of AI safety, critical infrastructure protection, and the intersection of technology with security concerns. His work demonstrates particular expertise in identifying structural vulnerabilities in AI-enhanced socio-technical systems and developing resilience strategies that account for both technical and social dimensions. Gazos is actively engaged in several major research projects: Systemic Risks of Artificial Intelligence MOTRA-TM project – Technology Monitoring within the joint project 'Monitoring System and Transfer Platform Radicalization' AI-supported Microgrids: Vulnerabilities to Terrorism His dissertation, 'Sociotechnical Resilience: A Response to the Vulnerabilities of Critical Information Infrastructures Online,' establishes the theoretical framework for much of his current work, emphasizing how resilience must be understood as an ongoing sociotechnical process rather than a static state of security.
Prof. Dr. Thorsten Thiel is a full professor at the Faculty of Economics, Law and Social Sciences at the University of Erfurt. He serves as holder of the Professorship for Democracy Promotion and Digital Policy, Equal Opportunities Officer (Gleichstellungsbeauftragter) of the Faculty, and representative for Social Sciences study programs. His research focuses on political theory in digital contexts, specifically examining democratic transformations through technology, sovereignty in digital infrastructure, and structural changes in public spheres. Professorship for Democracy Promotion and Digital Policy Equal Opportunities Officer Faculty Representative for Social Sciences ORCID: 0000-0002-4261-118X His scholarly work investigates: Digital sovereignty frameworks and their political implications Structural transformations of public spheres through social media AI's impact on democratic processes Privatization of digital public infrastructure Anonymous activism and digital rights Republicanism in networked societies Recent publications analyze emerging challenges to democratic governance in digital environments, including algorithmic decision-making, platform regulation, and crisis hackathons as democratic innovations. He has contributed to debates on digital sovereignty (2024), AI's influence on political will-formation (2024), and Habermasian digital public sphere theory (2023). His #WirVsVirus hackathon analysis (2023) explores participatory technology in crisis governance.
Professor Subhajit Basu is a leading academic at the University of Leeds , holding the position of Professor of Law and Technology within the School of Law . His work bridges Law, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Emerging Technologies , with a focus on the Global South . He has authored influential books including Privacy and Healthcare Data (Routledge, 2016) and Global Perspectives on E-Commerce Taxation Law (Ashgate, 2008). PhD, Liverpool John Moores University LLB, Calcutta University Called to the Bar in 1998, specializing in Corporate Law in India Research Interests span Regulation of Emerging Technologies, AI Governance, Health Data Privacy, Autonomous Systems, and Online Harm . His recent projects include CoR: Sextortion in the Age of Blockchain and Deepfakes (Naif Arab University, 2025–2026) and Autonomy and Moral Agency in Bioethics (WBNUJS, 2024–2025). He previously led EU Horizon projects like PASCAL (2019–2023) on Connected and Autonomous Vehicles. Scientific Awards include the Hind Rattan (Jewel of India, 2020) and fellowships from the Royal Society of Arts and Higher Education Academy . His editorial leadership includes Editor-in-Chief of the International Review of Law Computers and Technology and associate roles on five journals. Notable Grants include funding from Naif Arab University (Saudi Arabia), EU Horizon 2020, EPSRC, and the Atlantic Philanthropies. He has provided consultancy to the National Cybercrime Research Centre (Poland), the Government of Saudi Arabia on AI frameworks, and The Dialogue (India) on IT Rules.
Jeroen van den Hoven is a Professor at the Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management at Delft University of Technology . He serves as Editor in Chief of Ethics and Information Technology (Springer) and Founding Chair of the CEPE conference . His affiliations include advisory roles in the EU Commissioner Reding's ICT group , grants from the Dutch Research Council , and collaborations with industry leaders like SUN, IBM, and Getronics . Research Interests Van den Hoven's work bridges ethics, artificial intelligence, and public policy . He focuses on value-sensitive design , responsible innovation , and moral philosophy applied to emerging technologies. His research addresses AI governance , privacy , and ethical frameworks for autonomous systems , with applications in healthcare, military technology, and smart cities . Scientific Contributions His recent publications explore trust in foundation models , transparency in AI , and human control over autonomous systems . Themes include epistemic dependence in healthcare AI , democratic integrity in digital eras , and ethical guidelines for military applications . Awards & Grants Recipient of multiple Dutch Research Council grants , he advocates for ethical design principles and chairs international conferences on computer ethics . His advisory roles span Dutch government commissions and EU ICT policies .
Erin Haacker serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Her research bridges hydrological science with agricultural water management, focusing on critical water resource challenges in the High Plains region. Her research interests center on groundwater-surface water interactions , irrigation decision-making processes , and climate resilience in agricultural systems . Haacker employs advanced methodologies including machine learning applications , remote sensing data integration , and probabilistic hydrogeological modeling to address water sustainability challenges. Her work particularly examines the High Plains Aquifer system, where she investigates anthropogenic impacts on water resources and develops pathways for sustainable management. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong thematic focus on irrigation water efficiency , farmer decision-making processes , and groundwater governance frameworks . Her work consistently integrates multiple data sources including satellite observations, field measurements, and modeling approaches to address complex water resource challenges across spatial and temporal scales. While specific scientific awards are not documented in the provided materials, her research portfolio demonstrates significant contributions to hydrological science and agricultural water management. Haacker actively engages in educational initiatives including teaching groundwater geology (GEOL 488/888) and contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts through the University of Nebraska-Lincoln URGE Pod. Her work addresses critical gaps in understanding water resource sustainability, particularly regarding the interplay between human decisions and hydrological processes in agricultural landscapes. Her research directly supports sustainable water management through policy-relevant science, with particular emphasis on translating hydrological understanding into actionable governance frameworks for shared groundwater resources.
