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Catherine K. EttmanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Population mental health
• Social determinants of health
• Health policy
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Catherine K. Ettman is an Assistant Professor at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in the Department of Health Policy and Management. She is affiliated with the Center for Health Services and Outcomes Research (CHSOR), the Center for Mental Health and Addiction Policy, and the Hopkins Business of Health Initiative. Education: PhD, Brown University School of Public Health, 2022 AB, Princeton University, 2013 Dr. Ettman’s research focuses on population mental health, social determinants of health, health policy, and health disparities, particularly how economic factors and assets influence mental health outcomes. Her work has extensively examined the mental health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic across different socioeconomic groups. Through longitudinal studies and policy analyses, she investigates depression, anxiety, and health care access, with a focus on equity and resilience. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend in analyzing mental health through the lens of financial strain, racial disparities, and policy interventions. She frequently employs large-scale datasets and collaborates with leading public health researchers to assess national trends and inform health policy. Scientific Awards: Best Poster Award, Society for Epidemiologic Research, 2024 Top Cited Article 2021-2022, Journal of Traumatic Stress, 2022 Top Ten Most Talked About Articles of 2020, JAMA Network Open, 2020 The Lancet Cover for Access to Health Care and the US 2020 Election, 2020 PROSE Award (Nursing & Allied Health) for Urban Health, 2020 BUSPH Spot Award for operational excellence, 2020 American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year Award (Environmental Health) for Urban Health, 2019 Dr. Ettman has advised and collaborated on multiple high-impact research projects, particularly on mental health during the pandemic. She has contributed to influential books on urban health and migration. Her work has been widely disseminated and covered by news media, indicating significant public and academic engagement. She does not appear to lead a formal lab but is embedded in major research centers focused on health outcomes and policy.

Christine FarionView profile

Academic

• Wearable Technologies
• Prototyping
• Microcontrollers
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Christine Farion is an Instructor in the Faculty of Computer Science at Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada. She brings extensive experience in wearable technologies, prototyping, and microcontrollers for impactful human-centered interactions. Previously, she served as a Post Graduate Lecturer at The Glasgow School of Art, UK, where she taught innovation and interaction design with a focus on physical computing and electronics. PhD in Media & Arts Technology, Queen Mary University of London (EPSRC-funded) MSc in Creative Technology (Distinction), Leeds Beckett University, UK Her research focuses on enhancing quality of life through wearable technologies, particularly using conductive fabrics and experience-centred design. She specializes in creating interactive systems that support interpersonal communication and community well-being, often targeting accessibility for individuals with sensory impairments. Christine's recent work spans wearable prototypes—from clap-sensitive gloves to social distancing hats—using platforms like Arduino, ESP32, and Circuit Playground. Her projects emphasize participatory design, rapid prototyping, and open-source sharing. She has authored The Ultimate Guide to Informed Wearables and developed over 50 hands-on activities for building intelligent wearables. Her scientific recognition includes a 4-year EPSRC scholarship and project funding from the Arts Council and British Council (UK). 4-year EPSRC scholarship Arts Council, UK funding British Council, UK funding Christine actively mentors through tutorials, online courses (including a free soldering course on Patreon), and public installations. She has collaborated on projects like Sonic Bodies for visually impaired audiences and developed apps for cultural institutions. Her work bridges academic research, maker culture, and community engagement. She leads initiatives in physical computing education and maintains active involvement in DIY electronics, with a focus on accessibility and creative reuse. Her lab-style practice emphasizes iterative prototyping and open sharing of techniques.

• Private International Law
• Consumer Protection
• Cryptocurrency Regulation
• +7 more

Dr. Silvana Canales Gutierrez is a Lecturer in the Department of Private Law at the University of Girona, Spain, where she leads research in Private International Law. Her work bridges European Union regulations and Latin American legal systems, focusing on digital innovation in tourism, cryptocurrency, and consumer rights. She directs the Private International Law division and collaborates with the Grup de Recerca en Història de la Ciència Jurídica. Education: PhD in Law (Universitat Rovira i Virgili) - cum laude with international mention and extraordinary award Master in Business and Contract Law (URV) - Honors and extraordinary award Master in Law (National University of Colombia) - Highest distinction Specialization in Commercial Law (Santo Tomás University) Law Degree (Santo Tomás University) Research Focus: Her interdisciplinary research examines legal challenges in digital economies, including cryptocurrency frameworks, tourist accommodation platforms, cross-border consumer disputes, and sustainable development goals. She critically analyzes EU regulations alongside Latin American jurisdictions (Colombia, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil) in contractual, property, and inheritance matters. Publication Trends: Recent works (2019-2024) demonstrate a strong emphasis on platform economy regulation, cryptocurrency legalization, and pandemic-era tourism law. Over 60% of publications address digital consumer protection mechanisms, while 30% explore blockchain applications in property rights. Comparative EU-Latin American analyses feature prominently. Awards & Honors: Extraordinary Doctoral Award Extraordinary Master's Award Research Projects: Active participation in seven funded initiatives including: PID2020-112609GB-I00: Real rights in Private International Law (€25,500, EU-funded) 2021 SGR 00170: Transformative Private Law (Catalan Government) Tourist Housing Ordinance Project for Salou City Council Collaborative Housing (Spanish Ministry of Education)

Sebastian WillertView profile

Academic

• Cultural History
• History of Science
• History of Archaeology
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Dr. Sebastian Willert is a Research Associate at the Dubnow Institute since 2023 and Coordinator of the Research Unit 'Law'. Funded by the Alfred Landecker Foundation since April 2024, he specializes in Cultural History, History of Science, History of Archaeology, and Dislocations of Cultural Assets, with a focus on the Nineteenth and Twentieth Century. His work bridges global migration patterns and forced academic migration. Education: M.A. in History and Cultural Studies (2016, Leibniz University Hannover); Ph.D. candidate in Modern Art History (2017–2022, TU Berlin) Willert's research explores cultural assets as conflict factors in German-Ottoman politics (1898–1918), colonial archaeology, and forced migration of Jewish scholars during 1933–1945. His 15 most recent publications emphasize Ottoman-German relations, cultural heritage ethics, and post-imperial museum practices. His articles analyze themes like Ottoman antiquity law duality, interwar museum nostalgia, and 19th/20th-century artifact circulation. They reflect expertise in cultural asset conflicts, colonial legal frameworks, and archaeological ethics. Scientific Awards: Pre-Doc Fellow at 'Translocations' research cluster (2017–2020); Doctoral Fellow at Orient Institute Istanbul (2021); Visiting Scholar at Boğaziçi University Istanbul (2021); Fellow at Leibniz Research Alliance 'Value of the Past' (2022); Alfred Landecker Foundation funding (2024) Willert teaches at TU Berlin and NYU Berlin. He leads the Research Unit 'Law' at the Dubnow Institute, focusing on cultural asset dislocation and museum ethics.

• Smallholder Economics
• Finance Economics
• Credit
• +5 more

Marcel van Asseldonk is a Researcher at Wageningen University & Research, affiliated with Wageningen Economic Research (WASS). He holds the title dr.ir. and serves as Project Leader for 25 initiatives, including the active LWV20182 Climate Resilient Agro Sourcing in Africa (2025). His role centers on Transition Risk & Innovation Governance, with 289 research outputs spanning articles, reports, and conference papers. He is frequently engaged by policymakers and international bodies like the World Bank's Global Index Insurance Facility. His research fingerprint reveals dominant expertise in Smallholder Economics (100%), Finance Economics (64%), and Credit (52%), alongside Risk Management (44%), Climate Smart Agriculture (44%), and Pig farming (44%). He specializes in quantitative risk assessment for agricultural systems, focusing on economic resilience for smallholders, livestock sector impacts, and climate adaptation. His work consistently bridges econometric modeling with practical policy solutions for rural development. Recent 2025 publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward integrated risk tools (e.g., L'ORA for zoonotic diseases), economic impact analysis of animal welfare policies, and agricultural insurance design. These outputs emphasize data-driven approaches to quantify financial exposure in farming, particularly for climate shocks and market volatility. The Dutch livestock sector and African smallholder contexts remain central to his applied research. Van Asseldonk has supervised 4 formal works and leads projects funded by EU/LVNN frameworks like MEF4CAP and Add_Uitwerking bedrijfstypen duurzame landbouw. His collaborations span international consortia addressing food safety in African urban markets (2021-2024) and sensor-based monitoring for sustainable development. Media engagements include Dutch press on animal welfare costs (2025) and expert commentary on harvest failure risks (2019). As a core member of Wageningen Economic Research, he operates within interdisciplinary teams developing risk governance frameworks. His current focus includes the L'ORA tool for zoonotic disease assessment and climate-resilient sourcing models in Africa, leveraging partnerships with entities like the World Bank to translate research into policy instruments.

Xenia MatschkeView profile

Professor

• International Economics
• Trade Policy
• Economic Policy
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Professor Xenia Matschke holds the Chair of International Economic Policy at the University of Trier's Faculty of Economics (Faculty IV). She serves in multiple administrative capacities including Deputy member of the Senate Budget Committee, Chair of the Examination Board for the Master's program IEPP (International Economics & Public Policy), and Coordinator for double Master's degree programs with universities in Bergamo and Warsaw. Professor Matschke's research focuses on international economic policy with particular expertise in trade agreements, economic integration, and the political economy of trade. Her recent work has examined the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, analyzing behavioral changes, stock market reactions, and long-term societal shifts. She employs both theoretical modeling and empirical analysis to investigate how political institutions shape economic policy outcomes. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on contemporary international economic issues, particularly the intersection of trade policy and pandemic-related disruptions. Her work spans traditional trade economics, behavioral responses to crises, and environmental policy in federal systems. Professor Matschke frequently collaborates with researchers across Europe and North America, reflecting her international approach to economic research. Within the university administration, Professor Matschke plays significant roles in academic governance, serving as Finance officer of the economics department, Deputy Chair of multiple Examination Boards, and Representative for internationalization. She also serves as Liaison Officer for the Friedrich Naumann Foundation.

• International Relations
• Global Security
• Cybersecurity
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Mika Aaltola is a Professor at Tallinn University's School of Governance, Law and Society since 2018, with a 0.50 position. He also serves as Director of the Finnish Institute of International Affairs since 2020. His academic career spans multiple institutions including University of Tampere, Johns Hopkins University, and Sciences Po. PhD: University of Tampere (1999) MA: University of Tampere (1994) BA: Columbia University (1992) Specializing in international relations and global security, Aaltola's research examines pandemic geopolitics, cyber-enabled autocratic meddling, flow-based security paradigms, and democratic resilience. His work bridges political theory with contemporary crisis management frameworks. Recent publications focus on pandemic governance ( Global Politosomatics ), election cybersecurity, and flow geopolitics. His 2014-2020 books established foundational concepts for digital age security paradigms. Awards: University of Tampere Science Fund Award (1998) Finnish Political Science Association Award (1994) As principal investigator for Academy of Finland projects and editor for Global Affairs , he has led research on humanitarian collaboration and co-option in world politics. Supervised two PhD students at University of Helsinki and Tampere University. Served in multiple international boards including European International Studies Association and Nordic International Studies Association.

• Bankruptcy Law
• Industrial Property Law
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• +3 more

María Isabel Candelario Macías is an Associate Professor at the Carlos III University of Madrid , affiliated with the Department of Private Law and the Industrial Property and New Technologies (PROINDTEN) research group under the Institute of Entrepreneurial and Family Business . Her work bridges bankruptcy law, industrial property, and corporate social responsibility. Research focuses on climate change law , digital product passports , and post-pandemic legal reforms . Grant leadership includes projects funded by AEI and Vlex Networks . Key publication trends: ECO-design regulations , bankruptcy second-chance mechanisms , and IP law harmonization . She has supervised doctoral theses on topics like minority shareholder protection and unfair competition in trademarks , while her 15 most recent articles emphasize sustainability-technology intersections in legal frameworks.

Jeton MazllamiView profile

Professor

• Finance
• Investments
• Economic Development
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Jeton Mazllami is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Business and Economics , South East European University , with extensive experience in Finance , Investments , and Economic Development . He holds a Doctor of Economics from Ss Cyril and Methodius University, specializing in Investments/Finance/Economic development . Education: Doctor of Economics (2011), Master of Economics (2007), Bachelor of Economics (2000). His research focuses on investment efficiency , fiscal decentralization , green finance , and SMEs . Recent publications analyze topics like environmental finance, capital market instruments, and agricultural financing in Kosovo and EU countries. He has contributed to policy discussions on North Macedonia’s EU integration and fiscal challenges. Scientific Awards: No specific awards mentioned in the text. Advising and Professional Roles: Includes co-authoring studies on local governance, economic development, and business performance. He has served as an assistant professor at College Dardania and SEEU, and as a financial consultant in the private and public sectors. Labs and Teams: Member of the Center for Economic Research at SEEU and the Economists' Association in North Macedonia.

Jens LausenView profile

Researcher

• Market Microstructure
• Regulation in Financial Markets
• Financial Intermediation
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Dr. Jens Lausen is a Researcher at the Department of Business Information Systems within the Faculty of Economics and Business at Goethe University Frankfurt. Affiliated with the Chair of e-Finance under Prof. Dr. Peter Gomber since February 2017, he completed his doctorate in October 2021 on digital financial markets and investor protection. His research bridges finance, information systems, and regulatory technology with a focus on empirical market analysis. His academic credentials include: Master's degree in Economics and Management with Finance specialization from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (January 2017), graduating as top student in his cohort Doctorate (Dr. rer. pol.) from Goethe University Frankfurt (October 2021) on "Market Organization and Investor Protection in Digital Financial Markets" Lausen's research centers on Market Microstructure, Financial Regulation, and Decision Support Systems, employing computational methods like agent-based modeling and machine learning. His work analyzes market fragmentation, crowdfunding dynamics, and misconduct detection in financial intermediation, frequently published in leading finance and information systems journals. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2018-2024) reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Regulatory impact assessment using textual analysis and machine learning, (2) Market microstructure evolution in fragmented securities markets, and (3) Behavioral dynamics in crowdfunding platforms. His work consistently applies computational techniques to regulatory challenges in digital finance. As core member of Prof. Gomber's e-Finance research group, Lausen contributes to Frankfurt's financial technology research ecosystem. The team maintains strong industry connections with European financial institutions and regulatory bodies, focusing on practical applications of market microstructure theory and regulatory technology solutions.

• Privacy & Data Protection
• International Human Rights
• Legal Theory
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Serge Gutwirth is a Professor at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Belgium, affiliated with the Law, Science, Technology & Society research group and the Metajuridica/Fundamental Rights Centre. His academic career spans several decades with over 300 publications across diverse legal fields. His research focuses on the intersection of law with technology, human rights, and environmental issues. Key areas include: Privacy & Data Protection International Human Rights Legal Theory Criminal Law and Procedure Environmental Law and Commons Law & Technology Gutwirth's scholarly work demonstrates an evolving trajectory from traditional legal scholarship to contemporary issues at the intersection of law, technology, and ecological challenges. His recent publications show a particular interest in how legal frameworks interact with commons-based approaches to resource management, especially in the context of climate change. He has made significant contributions to understanding the balance between security and privacy, particularly in digital contexts. His notable scientific awards include: Francqui Chair 2019-2020: Ecologie(s) du droit IBM-Belgium award for computer science 1994 J. SEGERS award (1982-84) Sandersqualification 2002-2004 Gezaghebbend Panel voor de uitbouw van het Vlaams Academisch Bibliografisch Bestand Professor Gutwirth has supervised numerous doctoral students whose research spans privacy law, data protection, criminal justice, and environmental law. His current research projects extend until 2028, with significant involvement in EU-funded initiatives focused on data protection, cybersecurity, and the ethical use of emerging technologies. He maintains an active role in public discourse through op-eds in major Belgian media outlets, engaging with contemporary legal and societal challenges.

Andrés Chomczyk PenedoView profile

Researcher

• Data Protection
• Cryptocurrency
• Personal Data
• +9 more

Andrés Chomczyk Penedo is a researcher specializing in data protection, cryptocurrency regulation, and digital policy. He is affiliated with Metajuridica and holds a postdoctoral position at the Institute of Law and Technology (Institut de Dret i Tecnologia). His work bridges legal frameworks with technological challenges, focusing on GDPR compliance, financial privacy, and sustainability in digital systems. Key Research Areas: Data Protection, Cryptocurrency, Cybersecurity, EU Policy, Biometrics, Disinformation Recent Article Trends: Andrés explores intersections of EU Green Objectives with GDPR, evaluates consent mechanisms in Latin American open finance, and analyzes cybersecurity-privacy trade-offs in financial systems. His work also addresses AI Act compliance and educational data governance. Scientific Awards: EDPS support to independent research projects (2024) Advisory & Public Engagement: Regularly presents at international conferences on topics like digital euros, financial privacy, and AI regulation. Provides expert commentary on cryptocurrency bans, NFTs, and blockchain impacts on traditional banking.

Bert LehrbergView profile

Professor

• Civil Law
• Contract Law
• Legal Method
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Bert Lehrberg is a Professor of Civil Law at the Department of Law , Uppsala University . His academic work spans Swedish civil law , with particular emphasis on contract law , company law , and legal methodology . Key Research Areas : Contractual interpretation, legal implications of value transfers, corporate governance under Swedish law, and the application of legal methods in practice. Publications : Authored multiple influential books on Swedish contract law and legal methodology , including Praktisk juridisk metod (2022) and Avtalstolkning (2023). His 2022 chapter on AI as Juristic Person explores the legal status of artificial intelligence. Contact : bert.lehrberg@jur.uu.se Academic Contributions : His work on disguised value transfers and renegotiation clauses has shaped debates on Swedish sales acts and company liability . Recent articles analyze the intersection of AI and contract law , advocating for updated legal frameworks. Legal Methodology : Lehrberg’s Praktisk juridisk metod series (2020–2022) provides systematic approaches to legal problem-solving, emphasizing clarity and structured reasoning in judicial practice. Scientific Engagement : Active in policy consultations, including contributions to the Swedish Consumer Agency's evaluations and European contract law harmonization .

Peter WiedenbeckView profile

Professor

• Federal Income Taxation
• Employee Benefits
• Tax Policy
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Peter Wiedenbeck is the Joseph H. Zumbalen Professor of the Law of Property at Washington University School of Law, specializing in federal income tax law and ERISA-regulated employee benefit plans. He has authored foundational texts including ERISA Principles (Cambridge University Press, 2023) and Basic Federal Income Taxation (Aspen, 8th ed. 2024), while teaching core courses in taxation and employee benefits. His educational credentials include: J.D. from University of Michigan (1979) B.Sc. from University of Toronto (1976) Wiedenbeck's research centers on Federal Income Taxation, Employee Benefits, and Wealth Transfer Taxation with particular focus on ERISA's regulatory framework. His scholarship critically examines fiduciary duty erosion, pension investment transparency, and the intersection of tax policy with retirement security, often revealing systemic vulnerabilities in benefit plan governance. Current work investigates executive compensation threats to retirement systems and modern disclosure challenges. Publication trends show sustained focus on ERISA compliance mechanisms, with recent articles analyzing disclosure effectiveness (2024), fiduciary standard implementation (2021), and retirement plan sustainability amid executive compensation pressures (2023). His work consistently bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical regulatory solutions for employee benefit systems. Key honors include: Joseph H. Zumbalen Professorship (2004) Washington University Distinguished Faculty Award (2003) Multiple Teacher of the Year Awards (2003, 1997, 1995) Fellow of the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel (2014) Wiedenbeck actively shapes policy as current chair of the U.S. Department of Labor's Advisory Council on Employee Welfare and Pension Benefit Plans (2022), having previously served on the council (2020-2021) and as invited witness (2017). He contributes to national discourse through membership in the National Academy of Social Insurance (2005) and past service on the Presidential Task Force on the Arts and Humanities (1981). No laboratory or dedicated research team affiliations are documented in available sources.

Giuseppe CucuzzaView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Asset Valuation
• Natural Resource Economics
• Biodiversity Assessment
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Giuseppe Cucuzza serves as Associate Professor of Agricultural and Food Economics, and Rural Appraisal (AGR/01) at the University of Catania's Department of Agriculture, Food and Environment. He has maintained continuous teaching activity since the academic year 1996/97 at the Faculty of Agriculture, transitioning from university researcher to associate professor in 2003/2004. His educational credentials include: Graduate in Agricultural Sciences (Technical-Economic specialization) from University of Catania with 110/110 cum laude (November 1991) PhD in Agricultural Economics and Policy (1995) Professor Cucuzza's research program integrates environmental economics with agricultural systems analysis. His work examines the economic valuation of natural resources through contingent valuation methods and discrete choice experiments, with particular focus on ecosystem services mapping via GIS technology. He has developed methodologies for assessing biodiversity conservation benefits, endangered livestock breed protection, and climate change impacts on agricultural systems. His research bridges theoretical economic frameworks with practical applications in disaster damage assessment and real estate market analysis. He has held significant administrative roles including Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture (2008-2012) and Delegate of the Rector for Green Public Procurement (2009-2014). Professor Cucuzza has supervised four doctoral theses and numerous master's theses within the Agris Mundus Master of Science program in Sustainable Development in Agriculture. His scientific affiliations include: Member of the Italian Society of Agricultural Economics (SIDEA) Member of the Center for Economic and Territorial Assessment (Ce.S.E.T.) Member of the University Center for Natural Environment Management (Cutgana) since 2011 Professor Cucuzza has contributed to major research initiatives including the European Project on Economics of Coastal Hazard and Prevention (EcosHaz) and organized the 7th European Workshop ENVironmental CHOice (ENVECHO) on Discrete Choice Experiments in 2018.