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Professor Gary Potter is a Professor in Critical Criminology at Lancaster University's Law School. His research and teaching focus on illegal drugs and green criminology, with a career spanning institutions like the University of Sheffield, Queen's University Belfast, and London South Bank University. Education: BA (Hons) in Law and Criminology (Sheffield, 1999), MA in International Criminology (Sheffield, 2000), PhD in Cannabis Market Dynamics (Sheffield, 2007) His work bridges two major domains: illegal drugs (cannabis cultivation, drug markets, social supply systems) and green criminology (environmental harm as crime, wildlife trafficking, ecological activism). Recent publications analyze global cannabis grower networks and conservation enforcement policies. Professor Potter's research has produced key insights in: Drug-environment intersections Illicit market sociology Environmental law enforcement Comparative criminology He actively supervises PhD students in these areas and contributes to editorial boards of major journals including International Journal of Drug Policy and Drugs and Alcohol Today . Research Groups: Centre for Crime, Law and Justice, Security Lancaster

• Illegal Drugs
• Green Criminology
• Drug Markets
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Yizhe Dong is a Professor (Personal Chair) in Banking and Risk Analytics at the University of Edinburgh Business School , where he serves as Head of the Management Science and Business Economics Group. His research bridges finance, machine learning, and risk analytics, focusing on corporate finance, credit risk assessment, climate risk, green finance, and equity valuation. PhD in Banking and Risk Analytics from University of Edinburgh MSc and MA from Cardiff University and Nottingham University BSc from South China University of Technology His work explores the intersection of generative AI and climate risk in finance, with over 40 publications in journals like Nature Food , Journal of Corporate Finance , and European Journal of Operational Research . Recent research includes graph-based semi-supervised learning for risk management and text analytics in credit default prediction using generative AI. Key journals he edits or has edited include: Journal of Chinese Economic and Business Studies (Editor-in-Chief) European Journal of Finance (Associate Editor) Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions and Money (Guest Editor) He has received accolades for Excellence in Doctoral Supervision and teaching, with active projects in ESG equity returns and zoonotic disease-environment interactions. Collaborations span public health and quantitative investment with UK industry partners.

• Corporate Finance
• Machine Learning
• Generative AI
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Dr. Zeeshan Ali Syed is a Lecturer in Finance, Programme Leader for the MSc FinTech programme, and Director of International Recruitment at Salford Business School, University of Salford. With a PhD in Finance and multiple teaching awards, he is committed to bridging the gap between academic excellence, industry relevance, and global opportunity in finance education. His research focuses on Financial Biodiversity, FinTech, Financial Inclusion, Alternative Data, and Capital Structure. Dr. Syed has published extensively in areas including machine learning applications in portfolio management, credit ratings and capital providers, financial technology's impact on economic growth, and sustainable finance. His work demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach combining finance, technology, and data science to address contemporary financial challenges. Dr. Syed has received multiple teaching awards including the Most Empowering Staff Member Award from the Student Union (2024-2025), Award of Merit (2022-2023), and Dean's Awards for Learning (2020, 2021). Under his leadership as Programme Leader, the MSc FinTech programme grew from 19 to 80 students between 2022/23 and 2023/24, with a 100% pass rate achieved across all modules in 2022/23. His recent publications show a clear trend toward the intersection of finance and technology, with increasing focus on machine learning applications, sustainable finance, and regulatory technology. The research spans both theoretical and applied aspects of modern finance, addressing contemporary challenges in the financial industry. Awards and Recognition Most Empowering Staff Member Award (2024-2025) - University Student Union Award of Merit (2022-2023) - University of Salford Merit Award (2023-2024) - University of Salford Dean's Award for Inspiring (2021) - Salford Business School Dean's Award for Learning (2021) - Salford Business School Dean's Award for Learning (2020) - Salford Business School External Examiner Appointment at Nottingham Trent University (2025-2029) Dr. Syed is actively involved in PhD supervision with a focus on Corporate Finance, FinTech, Financial Inclusion, and Capital Structure. He has served as a Chairperson and Discussant at the World Finance & Banking Symposium in Abu Dhabi (2024) and continues to expand international collaborations through his role as Director of International Recruitment.

• Finance
• FinTech
• Financial Inclusion
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Dr. Rasol Eskandari is a faculty member at the Salford Business School, University of Salford, where he conducts research and supervises doctoral students in finance, corporate governance, and sustainable development. His work focuses on the intersection of financial decision-making, risk management, and sustainability considerations in the global business environment. His primary research interests include: Corporate governance structures and their impact on financial institutions Board diversity and risk-taking behavior in financial organizations Sustainable development practices and their relationship with foreign investment Portfolio management using advanced analytical techniques including machine learning Political connections and their influence on corporate finance activities Earnings management and corporate social responsibility Dr. Eskandari's recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate a strong research trajectory with multiple journal articles examining complex relationships in financial markets. His work shows particular focus on how governance mechanisms affect bank performance across G7 countries, the role of board diversity in mitigating risk, and whether sustainability considerations influence foreign investment decisions. His research employs rigorous quantitative methodologies including panel data analysis and machine learning approaches. His scholarly contributions have appeared in reputable finance journals including the International Journal of Finance and Economics and the Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting. He frequently collaborates with researchers such as Alzayed, Eshraghi, and Yazdifar, indicating established research partnerships within the finance academic community. As a supervisor, Dr. Eskandari has guided doctoral research, serving as second supervisor for Dr. Zeeshan Syed's PhD on credit ratings and capital providers. His supervision interests align with his research expertise in financial management, corporate governance, and sustainable finance, providing students with opportunities to engage in empirically rigorous research with practical implications for financial institutions and regulatory bodies.

• Corporate Governance
• Financial Risk Management
• Sustainable Finance
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Michael Enowbi Batuo is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Westminster's Westminster Business School, specializing in Macroeconomics, Development Economics, and Financial Development with a particular focus on African economies. He has established himself as a respected researcher and educator in the field of economics, with a robust publication record spanning over fifteen years. Dr. Batuo's educational background includes: Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Economics from Marche Polytechnic University (Italy) B.Sc. in Business Management and Economics from Sapienza University of Rome His research interests span a comprehensive range of economic topics with particular emphasis on developing economies: Macroeconomics and Development Economics Panel Data Analysis and Econometric Methods Financial Development and Inclusion Income Inequality and Poverty Analysis Economic Liberalization Policies African Economic Development Regional Economic Disparities Professor Batuo's scholarly output demonstrates consistent research productivity with a focus on economic development in Africa and other developing contexts. His recent work examines governance's role in internet-based financial inclusion in Sub-Saharan Africa (2024), the dynamics of income inequality in Africa (2022), and regional development disparities in rural China (2021). His research consistently applies rigorous econometric methods to analyze complex economic relationships in developing contexts, with particular attention to both short-term and long-term policy effects. Professor Batuo has published in prestigious international journals including: World Development Information Technology for Development Journal of Rural Studies Journal of Multinational Financial Management Research in International Business and Finance Journal of Economic Studies As an academic mentor, Professor Batuo currently supervises two doctoral students: Mr. Rustam Sulaymanov and Miss Busra Akcan, both working on active Doctoral Research Projects. He has also served as a referee for several international academic journals, contributing to scholarly discourse through peer review. His academic profile is further strengthened by his connections to various scholarly platforms including ORCID (0000-0002-9722-5462), RePEc, LinkedIn, and Academia.edu, demonstrating his engagement with the global economics community.

• Macroeconomics
• Development Economics
• Econometrics
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David Mathewson serves as Senior Lecturer and Postgraduate Urban Design Course Leader at the University of Westminster's School of Architecture and Cities, a position held since 2012. His academic leadership spans MA, Diploma, and Certificate pathways while directing the International Planning Spatial Planning Pathway. As an active researcher within the Max Lock Centre, he bridges scholarly inquiry with international development practice through partnerships with the World Bank, DFID, and Australian Foreign Affairs. Dr. Mathewson's educational foundation includes: PhD in Urban Studies, University of Westminster (2024) MA International Planning + Sustainable Development, University of Westminster (2011) MA Housing + Urbanism, Architectural Association (2005) BSc Architecture, University of Texas at Arlington (2001) His research critically examines how historic planning policies shape urban form in flood-prone contexts, with Jakarta serving as primary case study. Through historic institutionalist and morphological methodologies, he analyzes spatial development patterns using GIS mapping and typological studies. Current work extends to post-industrial waterfronts, tall building proliferation in London, and post-conflict urban reconnection. Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on Southeast Asian urban challenges (40% of output), flood resilience frameworks (30%), and Global North comparative studies (20%), with strong emphasis on practical policy implications. His 2018-2025 output demonstrates growing international recognition through fieldwork-funded scholarship. Key recognitions include: Globally Engaged Research Scholarship (awarded 2016, 2021-2023) QHT Small Grant £10,000 for Rwanda community project (2024) QHT Medium Grant £25,000 for Rwanda cooperative (2025) Dr. Mathewson maintains active supervision of doctoral candidates while leading three major funded projects across Africa. His consultancy portfolio demonstrates strong government and multilateral agency engagement, with current work focusing on community-driven slum upgrading and sustainable land development. The Max Lock Centre provides essential infrastructure for his international fieldwork and collaborative workshops. His research lab operates through the Max Lock Centre's community engagement framework, facilitating biannual international workshops in Turkey, Indonesia, and Brazil. Current projects emphasize participatory design processes in Rwandan and Tanzanian communities, with strong emphasis on locally adapted solutions for informal settlements and agricultural development.

• Historic institutionalism
• urban morphology
• flood resilience
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Dr. Mariana Do Amaral Camara Lima is a Lecturer in Marine Biology and Programme Leader for Marine Biology at the University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering & Environment. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Environment from the University of Brighton (2016-2020), an MSc in Ecology and Biology of Freshwater Environments from Brazil's National Institute of Amazonian Research, and a BSc in Marine Biology from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. Prior to academia, she gained valuable experience as an environmental consultant in Brazil conducting impact assessments for coastal infrastructure projects. PhD in Environment, University of Brighton (2016-2020) MSc in Ecology and Biology of Freshwater Environments, National Institute of Amazonian Research (INPA), Brazil BSc in Marine Biology, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Dr. Lima's research focuses on the impacts of global environmental change on blue carbon coastal ecosystems, particularly seagrass meadows, saltmarshes, and other aquatic habitats. Her work investigates carbon storage and sequestration processes to advance marine conservation strategies. She leads ongoing research projects spanning seagrass biodiversity, blue carbon dynamics, molecular ecology, and Arctic wetland resilience, collaborating with national and international partners to develop nature-based solutions for biodiversity and climate resilience. Her publication record demonstrates consistent focus on seagrass ecosystems and blue carbon dynamics, with recent work expanding into remote sensing applications and UK-specific coastal management. The research shows progression from Amazonian freshwater systems in her early career to current emphasis on temperate marine ecosystems and climate change mitigation. Her 2025 book chapter on UK estuaries represents the most current direction of her work, integrating carbon sink functions with food web foundations. Fellow of The Higher Education Academy (2018) Steering group member for CIRIA's Greening coastal infrastructure project Member of Mersey Gateway Environmental Trust's research board Editorial roles for multiple environmental reports Peer reviewer for 15+ prestigious journals including Nature Communications Dr. Lima actively supervises PhD students with research focusing on coastal vegetated ecosystems, ecosystem services, and global change impacts. She has secured internal funding for multiple research projects including 'Seagrass biodiversity and carbon stocks assessments' and 'Herbivory effects on gene expression.' Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 13 (Climate Action) and 14 (Life Below Water), with practical applications in coastal management and conservation policy. She co-organized the 2025 Coastal Ecosystem Hub Workshop to bridge academia, policymakers, and industry in aquatic ecosystem monitoring. As Programme Leader for Marine Biology, she leads the 'Environmental Research' Centre at University of Salford and serves on the ERIC Steering Group. Her international collaborations include a 2024 visiting researcher position at Federal Rural University of Pernambuco in Brazil, focusing on coastal vegetated habitats as Nature-Based Solutions. She also contributes to the 'Improving Environment & Sustainability' research theme across multiple institutional platforms.

• Blue carbon
• Seagrass ecosystems
• Coastal vegetated ecosystems
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Dr Jean Bessala is a Lecturer in Finance at the Salford Business School, University of Salford, Manchester, UK. He has been teaching in higher education since 2018 and currently serves as a module leader for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in accounting, finance, banking, and business. His educational background includes: PhD in Business and Management from the University of Salford (2017-2021) Master's Degree in International Banking and Finance (2015-2016) BSc in Financial Engineering from Central University of Tunis (2009-2011) Dr Bessala's research focuses on Corporate Takeovers, Equity and Debt Issues, Banking Regulations, Deep Learning Models with Finance Applications, and Sustainable Finance . His work bridges traditional finance with cutting-edge computational techniques, particularly in the application of deep learning to financial problems and sustainable investment frameworks. He is available for PhD supervision on topics including Mergers & Acquisitions, Debt & Equity Offering, and Corporate Finance. Dr Bessala teaches courses such as Banking Regulations, Bank Management, Regulatory Environment, International Trade, and Corporate Governance. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided information.

• Corporate Takeovers
• Equity and Debt Issues
• Banking Regulations
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Professor Muhammed-Shahid Ebrahim serves as Professor of Finance at Durham University Business School and is affiliated with the Institute for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. His contact details include +44 (0) 191 33 45405 and m.s.ebrahim@durham.ac.uk. His academic credentials comprise a Doctorate in Business Administration from Southern Illinois University, an MBA from the University of Wisconsin, and an MSE from the University of Pennsylvania. Professor Ebrahim's research centers on financial development with specialized expertise in asset pricing and financial contracting within Islamic banking and finance, corporate finance, and real estate finance. His work frequently addresses structural aspects of Islamic financial instruments and their comparative efficiency against conventional systems, evidenced by collaborations with Nobel laureate Robert Shiller and publications in premier journals including the Journal of Banking and Finance and Journal of Corporate Finance. Analysis of his 2016-2024 publications reveals dominant research streams in Islamic finance innovation (particularly Sukuk and trade credit mechanisms), political economy impacts on debt structures, and real estate finance solutions. His work consistently bridges theoretical financial economics with practical applications in Muslim-majority economies. His scientific recognition includes: Harwood Memorial Real Estate scholarship Outstanding Faculty of Management Lecturer Award from the University of Brunei Darussalam Professor Ebrahim actively supervises PhD candidates in Islamic banking, corporate finance, and real estate finance. His editorial leadership encompasses Guest Editor roles for special issues on Islamic finance in the Pacific Basin Finance Journal (2018), Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization (2019), Journal of Financial Services Research (2017), and International Review of Financial Analysis (2016).

• Islamic Banking and Finance
• Corporate Finance
• Real Estate Finance
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Beenish Chaudhary serves as Visiting Lecturer at the University of Buckingham's School of Law within the Faculty of Computing, Law and Psychology, teaching across foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes since 2020. Her academic focus centers on technology's impact on legal systems, particularly AI-driven judicial processes and regulatory frameworks. Her educational qualifications include: BA in Economics LLB from Pakistan LLB (Hons) with First-Class honors (UK) LLM with Distinction (UK) Dr. Chaudhary's research critically examines the ethical boundaries of AI in law through multiple lenses: adjudicative AI systems, algorithmic accountability mechanisms, and data governance frameworks. She investigates corporate compliance structures, financial crime intelligence methods, and regulatory approaches for SMEs, consistently probing where human judgment remains essential in technologically augmented legal processes. Her work bridges theoretical legal scholarship with practical litigation insights. Recent publications demonstrate concentrated expertise in judicial AI applications, with the 2024 journal article analyzing systemic risks in AI-judicial integration and the 2025 Supreme Court brief addressing due-process implications of generative AI in adjudication. These works reveal a consistent pattern of examining accountability gaps and institutional safeguards in emerging legal technologies. No scientific awards were documented in the available information. With professional litigation experience spanning banking, employment, and commercial law, Dr. Chaudhary brings practical evidentiary reasoning to academic scholarship. While specific student supervision details aren't provided, her teaching portfolio covers multiple academic levels, and her publications indicate active scholarly engagement despite the absence of disclosed grant funding. As is typical in legal academia, no formal research laboratory is associated with her work; scholarship occurs through doctrinal analysis and case-based research rather than experimental facilities.

• Interaction of law and technology
• Adjudicative AI
• Algorithmic accountability
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Alejandro G. Graziano is an Associate Professor in the School of Economics at the University of Nottingham, where he was recently promoted from Assistant Professor. He is a researcher at the Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy (CITP), the Granger Centre for Statistical Methodology (GEP), and the Centre for Finance, Credit and Macroeconomics (CFCM). He maintains an affiliate position with the CESifo Research Network and previously worked as a Research Fellow at the Inter-American Development Bank. Dr. Graziano received his PhD in Economics from the University of Maryland, College Park, his Master in Economics from Universidad de San Andres (Argentina), and his Economics Bachelor's degree from Universidad de Buenos Aires. As an Argentinian economist, he brings a global perspective to his research on international trade issues. His research primarily focuses on international trade, trade policy, and competition economics. He investigates how trade facilitation policies affect exports, the role of trade policy uncertainty in trade integration, and the relationship between market structure and welfare gains from trade. Recent work examines digital trade technologies, Brexit's economic impacts, and multinational firms' responses to changing trade policies. His approach combines rigorous empirical methods with policy-relevant questions, making significant contributions to understanding how trade policies affect firm behavior and economic outcomes. His publication record shows consistent output in top international economics journals, with recent articles in the Journal of International Economics, Review of Economics and Statistics, and The Economic Journal. His work on Brexit uncertainty was featured in Folha, Brazil's largest newspaper by circulation. He actively contributes to the academic community through the Nottingham International Trade Summer School, which he co-organizes with leading scholars in the field. Journal of International Economics (2025): 'Import Processing and Trade Costs' Journal of International Economics (2024): 'An Import(ant) Price of Brexit Uncertainty' Review of Economics and Statistics (2024): 'The Effects of Transit Systems on International Trade' The Economic Journal (2021): 'Brexit Uncertainty and Trade Disintegration' Dr. Graziano supervises PhD students and has active research funding through CITP and GEP. He co-organized the first Nottingham International Trade Summer School featuring lectures by Arnaud Costinot and Andres Rodriguez-Clare. His research connects academic insights with real-world policy challenges, particularly in understanding how trade policy uncertainty affects international trade flows and firm behavior. He is developing work on digital trade technologies and their impact on trade facilitation, which has important implications for modernizing international trade systems. Based at the University of Nottingham, Dr. Graziano contributes to a vibrant research environment focused on international economics. His lab, the International Trade Research Group, maintains an active presence through his website (sites.google.com/view/alejandrograziano) and participation in international research networks. He collaborates extensively with researchers worldwide, particularly on projects related to trade policy impacts and multinational firm behavior.

• International Trade
• Trade Policy
• Competition Economics
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