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Shawn DonnellyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Political Science
• Economics
• Financial Regulation
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Shawn Donnelly is an Assistant Professor specializing in Public Administration with a focus on political economy, financial regulation, and European Union policy. His research examines topics such as banking nationalism, digital sovereignty, and the political dimensions of financial stability. He has contributed to understanding the dynamics of EU-US relations, Brexit's impact on financial markets, and the governance of banking unions. Donnelly has been recognized with nominations for the Best Book Prize (2011) and the UACES Best Book Prize (2011). His work bridges academia and policy, addressing contemporary challenges like digital finance regulation, semiconductor industrial policy, and geopolitical competition. Key themes include the interplay between national sovereignty and supranational institutions, particularly in crisis scenarios. Donnelly has presented on topics such as banking union governance and has engaged in activities like oral presentations on financial stability frameworks. Research Interests: Banking Policy, EU Financial Regulation, Economic Nationalism, Digital Sovereignty, Post-Brexit Markets, Geopolitical Technology Policy Key Contributions: Over 68 publications spanning articles, book chapters, and reviews Recent Activity: Presented on banking union and alternative banking at academic conferences His publications reflect a focus on institutional dynamics, policy entrepreneurship, and the evolving nature of global financial governance.

Thomas KnightView profile

Professor

• Economics of Education
• Experimental Economics
• Labor Economics
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Dr. Thomas Knight is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Economics at the University of Florida. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Florida (2014), an M.Sc. in Economics of Competition and Regulation from Tilburg University (2009), and a B.A. in Economics and Environmental Studies from New College of Florida (2007). His research focuses on the economics of education, experimental economics, and labor economics, particularly examining how students and workers respond to evaluative feedback. He also serves as Program Director for the M.A. in Econometric and Data Analysis program, overseeing curriculum development, admissions, and career support. Under his leadership as Department Chair, the Economics major has grown by 30%, new programs were launched, and faculty research productivity increased by over 50%. He is a Research Associate at the Public Policy Research Center and has pioneered initiatives such as a residential undergraduate program and a forthcoming fully online M.A. format. His research explores gender bias in evaluations, antitrust policy, and political behavior. Notable achievements include revitalizing the department’s research enterprise through faculty hiring and mentoring programs. Graduates of his M.A. program secure roles at top firms like Citi Bank, Deloitte, and the Federal Reserve. Dr. Knight’s work bridges theoretical and applied economics, addressing issues from labor market dynamics to regulatory compliance. Advising and grants: As Program Director, he focuses on student career development and academic advising. His grants and initiatives have supported student scholarships and program expansion. Future plans include scaling the online M.A. program to reach broader audiences.

• Security Sector Reform (SSR)
• Governance of Security Institutions
• Politics of Security Decision-Making
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Dylan Hendrickson serves as a faculty member in the Department of War Studies at King's College London (KCL), operating under the School of Security Studies within the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy. He concurrently holds roles as Editor of the peer-reviewed journal Conflict, Security & Development , Adjunct Faculty at the African Leadership Centre (a KCL-University of Nairobi joint initiative), and Senior Security and Justice Adviser for the UK Government’s Stabilisation Unit. His work integrates academic research with operational policy support across conflict-affected regions. Hendrickson’s research centers on the governance of security institutions and Security Sector Reform (SSR), with specialized focus on politics of security decision-making and SSR’s intersection with peace processes in Africa and Asia. He examines how security institutions respond to public needs and navigates complexities in donor-driven transformation initiatives, emphasizing contextual political analysis over technical fixes. His approach bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation challenges in fragile states. Analysis of his 2005-2014 publications reveals consistent engagement with SSR evaluation methodologies, defense review processes, and peace negotiation dynamics. Key thematic trends include donor coordination challenges in multi-actor environments, domestic impacts of peacekeeping operations, and context-specific adaptations of SSR frameworks in diverse settings like Myanmar, Burundi, and the DRC. His work prioritizes locally owned security transformation over standardized donor templates. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Hendrickson delivers policy impact through four interconnected streams: Applied Research: Leading EU-commissioned studies on peacekeeping’s developmental impacts and Conciliation Resources assessments of failed peace processes Policy Advisory: Developing SSR roadmaps for the UN in CAR, advising UK on Myanmar transition options, and facilitating DFID theory-of-change frameworks in DRC Evaluations: Directing billion-euro portfolio reviews of EU’s African Peace Facility and Justice/SSR programs, plus World Bank and UK conflict prevention initiatives Lesson Learning: Co-producing AU-commissioned SSR handbooks and advising Burundi/Uganda on defense review methodologies He operates within King’s Conflict, Security and Development Research Group (CSDRG), collaborating with the Stabilisation Unit, UN SSR rosters, and ISSAT to deploy field expertise across 20+ countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. His work emphasizes practitioner-driven knowledge exchange through initiatives like the African Security Sector Network.

Abiodun AlaoView profile

Professor

• International Development
• International Relations
• Conflict Security Policy
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Abiodun Alao is a Professor of African Studies at King's College London's African Leadership Centre, part of the School of Global Affairs. He holds a BA in History from the University of Ibadan, an MA in International Relations from the University of Ile Ife, and a Doctorate in War Studies from King's College London, supported by the Ford Foundation and SSRC-MacArthur Fellowships. He has held teaching roles at Obafemi Awolowo University and a Visiting Professorship at the Nigerian Defence Academy. His research focuses on African security, conflict, and development, including religious radicalisation, natural resource management, and peacebuilding. Notable works include analyses of Sierra Leone's peace agreements, Liberia's post-civil war security frameworks, and China-Africa security cooperation. He advises international organizations like the UN, African Union, and World Bank on conflict and development issues. Recent publications include Religion, Public Health and Human Security in Nigeria (2023) and Rage and Carnage in the Name of God: Religious Violence in Nigeria (2022). His awards include fellowships from the Ford Foundation and SSRC-MacArthur. Alao supervises postgraduate students and leads research groups such as the Conflict, Security & Development Research Group and the Just Transitions and Interdisciplinary Peace research group. His work addresses global health-security intersections, decarbonisation impacts on security, and African agency in international affairs.

Mike ChenView profile

Research Fellow

• Astrophysics
• Stellar Formation
• Interstellar Medium
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Mike Chen is a Research Fellow in the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy at Queen's University, affiliated with the Arts & Science faculty. His research focuses on star formation processes within interstellar filaments and magnetic fields, utilizing large-scale observational surveys such as the JCMT BISTRO Survey and the Green Bank Ammonia Survey. He is co-supervised by Prof. L. Fissel and Prof. S. Sadavoy, working on projects involving SCUBA-2 submillimeter observations and machine learning techniques like CLOVER for analyzing emission-line data. Chen's work spans molecular clouds across the Gould Belt and other star-forming regions, investigating topics such as hierarchical ammonia structures, radiative heating effects, and the role of magnetic fields in cloud dynamics. His recent studies include analyzing accretion flows in NGC 1333, dust grain evolution in Perseus clumps, and dense core properties in Orion A/B. He has contributed to advancements in observational methods and data analysis frameworks for astrophysical surveys. While no scientific awards are mentioned, his research demonstrates expertise in combining observational astronomy with theoretical modeling to understand fundamental processes in star formation. His involvement in collaborative projects like the KEYSTONE initiative highlights his role in advancing interdisciplinary astrophysics. No grants or advising roles are explicitly noted in the provided materials.

• Human-AI Interactions
• FinTech
• Big Data
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Tian Lu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Systems at the W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from Fudan University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on dynamically learning interactions between humans, algorithms, and IT applications to enhance decision-making in high-stakes contexts, particularly through mindful AI innovations that benefit economic and social welfare. Research interests include Human-AI Teaming, FinTech applications, credit risk assessment, and the ethical implications of algorithmic systems. Methodologies span econometrics, structural modeling, Bayesian approaches, machine/deep learning, and field experiments. Notable work explores how emotional data from social media improves credit risk decisions and the impact of disagreement in human-algorithm collaboration. Recent publications analyze spillover effects of bike-sharing systems, pricing strategies in P2P lending, and explainable AI techniques for behavior sequence models. His work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, emphasizing fairness in financial technology and adaptive human-machine systems.

Jonathan AronsonView profile

Professor

• International Political Economy
• Digital Policy and Regulation
• Trade Negotiations
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Jonathan Aronson is a Professor of Communication and International Relations at the Annenberg School for Communication, University of Southern California. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science (Stanford University, 1977), and has held academic positions including Associate Professor at USC's School of International Relations and Visiting Associate Professor at UC San Diego's Political Science Department. His research focuses on international political economy, with emphasis on digital policy, trade negotiations, telecommunications, and global governance. Notable works include co-authoring *Digital DNA: Disruption and the Challenges for Global Governance* (Oxford University Press). Aronson has also served as an International Economist at the U.S. Trade Representative's office. His expertise spans energy trade dynamics, service sector regulation, and the political dimensions of technological innovation. Education: Ph.D. Political Science (Stanford, 1977), M.A. Applied Economics (Stanford, 1975), B.A. Government (Harvard, 1971) Key Research Areas: Digital regulation, trade in services, telecommunications governance, and global economic policy Awards and honors are not explicitly listed in the provided materials. His recent publications analyze topics such as debt management, IoT governance, and the evolving digital economy. Aronson’s work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy solutions, particularly in managing technological disruption and global market interdependencies.

Rob DuimeringView profile

Associate Professor

• Management Engineering
• Organizational Behavior
• Technology Management
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Rob Duimering is an Associate Professor at the Department of Management Science and Engineering, University of Waterloo. His affiliations include the Organization and Human Behaviour group, Management of Technology, and Management of Innovation. His research focuses on organizational behavior, engineering design methodologies, systems engineering, and decision-making processes. He explores topics such as design trade-offs, sustainable design education, and the interplay between technology and organizational structures. His research interests extend to cognitive processes in problem-solving, social identity dynamics, and the application of mathematical models (e.g., set theory) to engineering challenges. His recent work highlights innovations in neural network models for optimization and robust training in power systems. Duimering also contributes to experimental approaches in understanding plan-action relationships and conceptual combination theories. His publications span over two decades, with a focus on advancing theoretical frameworks while addressing practical challenges in management systems, innovation, and technology adoption. Notable trends include interdisciplinary collaborations between engineering, organizational behavior, and cognitive science. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. His advising and grant activities are not detailed here, though his research often involves student contributions, as seen in co-authored works like the 2023 AC-OPF paper. He is affiliated with teams exploring design education, sustainable systems, and information quality frameworks.

Maria TatsiouView profile

Lecturer

• Commercial Law
• Corporate Governance
• Corporate Finance
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Dr. Maria Tatsiou is a Lecturer in Financial and Corporate Law at UCLan Cyprus, serving as Deputy Course Leader for Master of Laws (LL.M) programs. She holds a PhD in Law (University of Manchester, 2019) alongside advanced degrees in Corporate Governance and Law. Her research focuses on Commercial Law, Corporate Governance of financial institutions, Contract Law, and International Dispute Resolution mechanisms. Teaching roles include leading courses such as International Corporate Governance, EU Economic Governance, and International Commercial Arbitration. She has held administrative roles including Senate Committee membership and Erasmus+ program coordination. Professional activities include serving as an arbitrator in the Vis Moot Arbitration Competition and contributing to FIDE Cyprus’ Board of Directors. Her scholarly engagement spans academic publications, moot court coaching, and outreach initiatives including structured dialogue workshops with CAN-CY. She maintains affiliations with research centers like ICLAIM and participates in international legal networks such as the International Federation of European Law.

Costas AzariadisView profile

Professor

• Macroeconomic Dynamics
• Economic Development
• Monetary Policy
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Costas Azariadis is the Edward Mallinckrodt Distinguished Professor at Washington University in St. Louis's Arts & Sciences school, where he serves in the Department of Economics and directs the Center for Dynamic Economics. His research focuses on developing unified frameworks for macroeconomics as stochastic dynamical systems. Azariadis investigates Macroeconomic Dynamics, Economic Development, and Monetary/Fiscal Policy, with emphasis on poverty traps, credit market imperfections, and policy design. His recent publications explore corruption dynamics, credit cycles, and monetary policy constraints. Analysis of his 15 most recent articles reveals dominant themes in macroeconomic policy design, financial market imperfections, and institutional economics. His publications consistently address how economic systems respond to policy interventions under constrained environments. While no specific awards are mentioned in available texts, his distinguished professorship indicates significant scholarly recognition. No student advising or lab details are provided in the available documentation.

Alan FranklinView profile

Lecturer

• International Law
• Diplomatic Law
• International Business Law
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Alan Franklin is a Lecturer at Athabasca University (Canada) and the Royal University of Law and Economics (Cambodia). He holds an LLB and JD from the University of Toronto and an LLM in International Law from the London School of Economics. His expertise spans international business law, diplomatic law, and consular functions. He teaches online courses on International Business Risk Management, International Dispute Settlement, and Consular Functions for institutions like the UAE and Cambodian Ministries of Foreign Affairs. Franklin chairs an association of former UN Ambassadors in the USA and frequently engages in high-profile legal analyses. His research focuses on diplomatic immunity, state immunity, and international human rights law. Notable topics include the Israel-Iran consulate conflict, pandemic-related investor disputes, and the reinterpretation of state immunity in historical contexts like WWII claims. His articles address cutting-edge issues such as the tension between diplomatic immunity and jus cogens norms, variations in implementing Vienna Conventions across legal systems, and modern challenges to head-of-state immunities. Franklin's work bridges legal theory and real-world diplomatic crises, offering nuanced insights into evolving international law frameworks. Franklin has no listed scientific awards but maintains active roles in diplomatic education and policy analysis through affiliations with Global Affairs Canada and the Geneva Internet Platform.

• Vocational Education
• Gifted and Talented Education
• Simulation Gaming
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Ramona Uhl serves as a Professor at the University of Teacher Education Upper Austria (PH OÖ) within the Institute of Vocational Education, focusing on vocational training professionalism, simulation gaming, and gifted education in dual systems. Her work integrates practical industry applications with academic research through international collaborations and innovative teaching methodologies. Educational Background: Dissertation: Universität Innsbruck ("Professionalität in der Berufsbildung - Planspiel als Tool zur Entwicklung von Professionalität nach dem EPIK-Model") Master of Business Administration (2011) Studies: Educational Sciences, Psychology, and Pedagogy Certifications: Accredited Trainer (SystemCert), Learning Style Consultant (Prashnig), Anxiety/Panic Therapist (EFT) Research Focus: Dr. Uhl pioneers talent development in vocational contexts through simulation-based learning, emphasizing practical intelligence and emotional well-being. Her EPIK model bridges theoretical knowledge with workplace implementation, particularly in banking, paper industry, and dual education systems. She advocates for anxiety-reduced learning environments using techniques like Emotional Freedom Therapy. Publication Trends: Her 15 most recent works (2005-2020) reveal consistent exploration of vocational professionalism through simulation gaming, gifted education frameworks, and international benchmarking. Key themes include competence development in teacher training, diversity in vocational education, and business game applications for decision-making skills. Projects & Collaborations: SKILL: Competence development in vocational teacher training Benchmarking Project: "Quicker steps into working life" (Austria, Finland, Luxembourg, UK, Germany) EPIK: International professionalism development framework Global Partners: University Haaga Helia (Helsinki), Akdeniz University (Antalya), University of Algarve (Faro), Stuttgart Cooperative State University Professional Activities: Extensive consulting for corporate/non-profit organizations, seminar leadership in school development, and international conference presentations across Europe since 2006. Her "dienstzugeteilte" status reflects part-time faculty engagement alongside industry roles.

Ellis Adjei AdamsView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Policy
• Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)
• Water Policy and Governance
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Ellis Adjei Adams is an Associate Professor of Geography and Environmental Policy at the University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs. He is affiliated with the Environmental Change Initiative and the Eck Institute for Global Health. Adams holds a PhD from Michigan State University and has prior teaching experience at Georgia State University. His research focuses on urban water insecurity, water governance, and gender in development contexts, with fieldwork primarily in sub-Saharan Africa. He leads a National Science Foundation-funded project on Atlanta's water infrastructure and consults for the World Bank on a WASH and Health Index for Africa. Education: PhD in Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences (Michigan State University) MS in Environmental Policy (Michigan Tech University) BS in Natural Resources Management (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana) Affiliations: Environmental Change Initiative Eck Institute for Global Health World Bank (Consultant) Adams' research integrates political ecology and feminist theory to address water equity, policy governance, and gender dynamics in urban settings. His work spans Ghana, Malawi, Uganda, Brazil, and the US, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to environmental justice. Key themes include water-sharing practices, household insecurity, and the socio-political dimensions of resource access. Awards and Recognition: 2020 Distinguished Emerging Scholar Award in African Geography Nabuo Maeda International Research Award Grants and Projects: $398,482 NSF project on Atlanta's water infrastructure (with Georgia State University) World Bank WASH and Health Index for Africa Adams teaches courses on global environmental policy, water governance, and climate change at Notre Dame, blending academic rigor with practical policy insights.

• Political science
• Historical studies
• Policy and administration
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Aglaya Snetkov is an Associate Professor in International Politics at University College London's School of Slavonic and East European Studies (SSEES), where she has worked since 2018. Previously, she served as a Senior Researcher at ETH Zurich (2010-2019) and held teaching positions at Universities of Zurich, St Gallen, Leicester, Birmingham, and UCLAN. She holds a PhD from the University of Birmingham. Her research focuses on Russian foreign policy, Eurasian geopolitics, and security studies, with particular attention to Chechen conflict dynamics and Russian state discourse. Key research areas include: Political science and historical studies Policy and administrative frameworks Applied economics and banking systems Human geography and development studies Her recent publications (2017-2021) emphasize Russian military strategy, Eurasian meta-geography narratives, and UNSC discourse analysis. She maintains active media engagement through BBC, Bloomberg, ITV News, and other international outlets. Notable contributions include developing the UNSCdeb8 database for corpus-driven UN research and analyzing inter-organizational security dynamics. Her work bridges political theory with empirical analysis of contemporary Russian security policy trajectories.

• Economics
• Monetary Policy
• Machine Learning in Economics
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Dr. Stephen Hansen is a Professor of Economics at University College London's Department of Economics. His research focuses on leveraging unstructured data to create novel economic measures, particularly in organizational economics and monetary policy. He co-organizes the AMLEDS webinar series exploring machine learning applications in economics and maintains a GitHub repository for methodologies in unstructured data analysis. His work is supported by an ERC Consolidator Grant. Research interests include text algorithms, large language models in economics, policy uncertainty, and remote work dynamics. He emphasizes high-resolution transaction data and computational linguistics for policy analysis, with a strong focus on central bank communication and its macroeconomic effects. Key contributions include studies on monetary policy lags, firm-level responses to shocks, and AI-driven regression techniques. His recent work explores the integration of machine learning with traditional economic frameworks, addressing ethical and methodological challenges. Awards include the prestigious ERC Consolidator Grant. He actively collaborates through initiatives like AMLEDS and shares tools via GitHub, fostering open methodology adoption in the field. His research bridges theoretical economics with practical applications in policy and organizational behavior.