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Miguel F. AnjosView profile

Professor

• Mathematical Optimization
• Smart Grids
• Operations Research
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Miguel F. Anjos is Professor and Chair of Operational Research at the School of Mathematics, University of Edinburgh , and holds the NSERC-Hydro-Québec-Schneider Electric Industrial Research Chair on Optimization for Smart Grids at Polytechnique Montréal. He received his B.Sc. (1992), M.S. (1994), and Ph.D. (2001) from McGill, Stanford, and Waterloo respectively. Research Theme Head of Data and Decisions at Edinburgh Founding Director of Trottier Institute for Energy Editor-in-Chief of Optimization and Engineering Research Interests: His work bridges mathematical optimization with smart grid applications , focusing on conic optimization, optimal power flow, demand response, and facility layout. He applies these techniques to energy storage, electric transportation, and industrial systems. Scientific Awards: Méritas Teaching Award (2012) Humboldt Research Fellowship (2009) Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal (2013) Elected Fellow of EUROPT and Canadian Academy of Engineering Academic Service: Served on Mathematical Optimization Society Council, SIAM Activity Group on Optimization, INFORMS Optimization Society Vice-Chair, and Mitacs Research Review Committee. Hosts benchmark datasets: QAPLIB, FLPLIB, Jones Benchmark.

Andrew M. IbrahimView profile

Associate Professor

• Healthcare Policy
• Health Infrastructure Design
• Surgical Outcomes Research
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Andrew M. Ibrahim, MD, MSc, is an Associate Professor of Architecture and Surgery at the University of Michigan, holding dual appointments in the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning and the Department of Surgery. He serves as Chief Medical Officer at HOK, a global design firm, and as an editorial board member for the Annals of Surgery and JAMA Network. His work bridges healthcare, policy, and architectural design, focusing on 'Health in All Design' principles applied across aviation, sports, and civic sectors. He completed medical training at Case Western Reserve University with additional policy fellowships at Princeton and Johns Hopkins. His research examines healthcare system impacts, surgical outcomes, and architectural design's clinical effects. Education: Case Western Reserve University (MD, Honors), University College London (architecture coursework), University of Michigan (MSc via Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program) Policy Training: Crile Fellow (Princeton), Doris Duke Fellow (Johns Hopkins) Research interests emphasize healthcare policy evaluation, surgical quality improvement, and the interplay between hospital design and clinical outcomes. Over 50 peer-reviewed articles address topics like private equity hospital acquisitions, rural healthcare access, and trauma center utilization. His work has been highlighted in Fast Company and U-M news features. Notable projects include a >$2 billion academic health center master plan as an HOK Innovation Principal. Advocacy focuses on equitable design principles and reducing geographic barriers to care. Current initiatives explore price transparency in healthcare and the impact of social vulnerability on surgical outcomes.

Taylor JohnsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Formal Verification
• Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
• Artificial Intelligence
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Taylor Johnson is an Associate Professor of Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering at Vanderbilt University's School of Engineering. He directs the Verification and Validation for Intelligent and Trustworthy Autonomy Laboratory (VeriVITAL) and serves as a Senior Research Scientist in the Institute for Software Integrated Systems. Previously, he was an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington from 2013 to 2016. His research focuses on formal verification techniques for cyber-physical systems (CPS), emphasizing safety, reliability, and security through hybrid systems, formal methods, and control theory. He has published extensively on neural network verification, earning best paper awards and recognition from IEEE, IFIP, and ACM. Education: Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2013) M.Sc., Electrical and Computer Engineering (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2010) B.S.E.E., Electrical and Computer Engineering (Rice University, 2008) Research Interests: Formal verification of neural networks and CPS, safety-critical systems, autonomous systems, and AI/ML security. His work bridges theoretical foundations (e.g., hybrid systems) with practical applications in aerospace, energy systems, and robotics. Key Contributions: Developed the NNV tool for neural network verification, led the Verification of Neural Networks Competition (VNN-COMP), and pioneered techniques for robust federated learning and malware detection. Awards: AFOSR YIP Award (2016), NSF CRII Award (2015), and multiple best paper honors. His research is funded by AFRL, NSF, Intel, NVIDIA, and industry partners. Labs & Collaborations: VeriVITAL Lab (Vanderbilt), collaborations with United Technologies Research Center, Boeing, and Toyota.

Sjoerd BeugelsdijkView profile

Professor

• International Business
• Globalization
• Cultural Differences
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Prof. Dr. Sjoerd Beugelsdijk is a Professor of International Business at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Groningen. He also serves as Research Director and holds a visiting professorship at KU Leuven. His expertise spans globalization, cultural differences, and national identity, with a focus on their economic implications. He earned his PhD from Tilburg University in 2003, focusing on cultural diversity and regional development. Research Interests: Beugelsdijk’s work explores cultural diversity’s impact on economic globalization, firm internationalization, and national identity. He has published over 70 refereed articles in top journals like the Journal of International Business Studies and Journal of Economic Geography. His recent projects include a government advisory report on Dutch national identity (SCP 2019) and the JIBS Silver Medal (2019) for contributions to international business research. Education: PhD (Tilburg University, 2003), MSc (Tilburg University, 1999) Grants: Over €1 million in funding from NWO (Rubicon, Veni, Vidi) and others Editorial Roles: Editor of Journal of International Business Studies (2016–present) Advising: Supervised 11 PhD students and served on numerous doctoral committees Key Achievements: Awarded the JIBS Silver Medal (2019), top teacher awards (2016–2018), and recognition for best papers in Academy of Management and Academy of International Business conferences. His research bridges economic geography, management, and sociology, addressing global value chains, cultural distance, and institutional hazards. Labs/Teams: Leads the Global Economics & Management research group at Groningen, collaborating internationally with scholars from Copenhagen Business School, Bocconi University, and others.

Vikrant VazeView profile

Associate Professor

• Transportation Optimization
• Aviation Systems
• Healthcare Analytics
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Vikrant Vaze is the Stata Family Career Development Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Master of Engineering Management Program at Dartmouth's Thayer School of Engineering. He leads research in transportation systems, aviation optimization, and healthcare analytics, developing data-driven solutions for complex logistics challenges. His work integrates game theory, statistical modeling, and large-scale optimization. Research spans sustainable urban mobility, airline disruption recovery, multimodal pricing alliances, and healthcare operations. Articles consistently focus on optimization algorithms for real-world transportation and healthcare systems, with recent emphasis on electric aerial mobility and pandemic-responsive logistics. Major Awards: INFORMS Aviation Applications Best Paper (2024, 2023) AGIFORS Best Innovation Award (2024) NSF CAREER Award (2018) President of India Gold Medal As founding co-director of the Operations Research Group, he collaborates with industry partners like Multivariate Systems to translate academic research into deployable solutions.

Xavier FontView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Tourism
• Tourism Marketing
• Corporate Social Responsibility
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Professor Xavier Font is a faculty member at the University of Surrey's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, affiliated with the Centre for Sustainability and Wellbeing in the Visitor Economy. He holds an MSc and PhD in related fields. His research focuses on sustainable tourism production and consumption, including sustainability marketing, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and policy analysis. He leads a project with Therme Group to develop crypto-based systems for measuring and reducing tourism emissions, emphasizing digital platforms for carbon footprint management. Education: MSc, PhD (details unspecified) Research Interests: Sustainable tourism certification, policy frameworks, climate change mitigation, and pro-environmental behavior. Recent publications emphasize trends like sustainability communication challenges, blockchain applications in carbon reduction, and CSR in tourism enterprises. His work addresses policy complexity and the disconnect between sustainability evidence and actionable policies. Collaborations include the European Commission and industry partners like Travalyst coalition members (Amadeus, Booking.com, etc.). Current Projects: Crypto-based emissions systems, EU policy evaluations, and sustainable tourism indicator systems. Grants: Involvement in large-scale EU-funded initiatives and industry partnerships. Advising five PhD students on topics like sustainable hospitality, consumer behavior, and tourism policy. Active in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, emphasizing culturally sensitive sustainability practices and international case studies. Labs/Teams: Centre for Sustainability and Wellbeing in the Visitor Economy (SWELL), leading interdisciplinary research on tourism sustainability challenges and innovations.

Jin XuanView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Processes
• Circular Economy
• AI in Energy Systems
• +4 more

Professor Jin Xuan is the Associate Dean (Research and Innovation) at the University of Surrey's Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, and holds a Chair in Sustainable Processes. He is also a Turing Fellow at the Alan Turing Institute. Previously, he led the Department of Chemical Engineering at Loughborough University. His research focuses on net-zero energy, circular economy, and sustainable development through AI and engineering innovations. He has pioneered Energy and AI as an interdisciplinary field, leading advancements in multiscale predictive models for energy systems and low-carbon solutions. Roles: Associate Dean, Professor of Sustainable Processes, Turing Fellow Affiliations: University of Surrey, Alan Turing Institute Prior Position: Head of Chemical Engineering, Loughborough University His research interests span AI-driven energy systems, CO2 capture/utilization, and renewable energy devices like fuel cells and electrolysers. He has developed novel models for complex systems and co-founded journals such as Energy and AI. He leads the UKRI CircularChem Centre, recognized with the IChemE Global Sustainability Award (2023). Awards: Philip Leverhulme Prize (2022), Beilby Medal (2020) Professor Xuan’s work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing ethical and policy frameworks in energy systems. He advises on grants and collaborates globally, fostering innovation in digital twins and sustainable technologies.

• Marketing
• Sustainability
• Technology in Business
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Carolina Luis Bassa is a Research Professor at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra Barcelona School of Management (UPF-BSM), serving as Academic Director and leading the Department of Business and Strategic Management. She directs multiple master’s programs and heads the Mercadona UPF-BSM Chair of Circular Economy. Her expertise spans Marketing, Sustainability, and Technology applied to business strategy, with a focus on digital transformation and circular economy practices in industries like agri-food distribution. Her academic journey includes roles as Vice-Dean of Teaching Staff and Academic Director, reflecting her commitment to educational innovation. Research interests emphasize sustainable consumer behavior, data-driven business models, and the integration of technology in CRM and customer experience management. Over 35 years, she has advised students and professionals on strategic applications of marketing and technology. Research Trends: Recent publications highlight circular economy adoption in agriculture, transparency in sharing economies, and data-driven strategies in customer-centric models. She bridges academic insights with industry challenges, particularly in leveraging technology for sustainable business practices. Awards & Grants: No specific awards are listed, but her leadership roles and chair position indicate significant institutional recognition. Grants and partnerships likely stem from her involvement with initiatives like the Mercadona Chair. Labs & Teams: Leads the Mercadona UPF-BSM Chair, focusing on circular economy research and collaboration with industry partners.

François M. CastonguayView profile

Assistant Professor

• Public Health Economics
• Healthcare Policy Analysis
• Mathematical Modeling in Public Health
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Dr. François M. Castonguay is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Health Management, Evaluation and Policy within the School of Public Health at the University of Montreal. His research focuses on improving societal governance of healthcare systems and enhancing population health equity through sustainable policies. He holds a PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics from UC Davis, an M.Sc. in Economics from UQAM, and a B.A. in Economics from Université Laval. Education: B.A. in Economics, Université Laval (2013) M.Sc. in Economics, Université du Québec à Montréal (2015) PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of California, Davis (2021) Research Interests: Combining economic modeling with public health strategies to address challenges like infectious disease management, climate change impacts on health, and healthcare system sustainability. Key areas include decision-making frameworks for resource allocation, cost-effectiveness analyses, and zoonosis prevention. Grants & Projects: Lead researcher for Projet PALTAQ (2025–2029): Evaluating Lyme disease prevention among Quebec agricultural workers. Co-investigator in AI-driven poultry farm health projects funded by Canadian poultry producers. Contributions to CDC’s pandemic response modeling during his postdoc at the Health Economics and Modeling Unit (HEMU). Labs & Affiliations: Member of GREZOSP (Zoonosis Research Group), CIRANO (Economic Analysis Center), and McGill’s Population Dynamics Center.

Ricardo AlonsoView profile

Professor

• Organizational Economics
• Contract Theory
• Information Economics
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Professor Ricardo Alonso is a Professor of Management at the London School of Economics (LSE), Department of Management since 2014. Previously, he held academic positions at the University of Southern California and Kellogg School of Management. He holds a PhD in Managerial Economics & Strategy from Northwestern University and an MS in Electrical Engineering from the Universidad Politécnica Madrid. His research focuses on organizational economics, contract theory, and information economics, with notable contributions to Bayesian persuasion, delegation mechanisms, and political economy. Key publications include work on voter persuasion, optimal delegation, and organizational adaptation. His academic leadership roles include directing the LSE Master’s in Management Programme and the PhD Programme in Business Economics. Alonso has been recognized with the Excellence in Refereeing Award from the American Economic Review (2009) and has served as a referee for top journals like Econometrica and the Review of Economic Studies. His work bridges theoretical economics with practical applications in management strategy and policy design. Education: PhD, Managerial Economics & Strategy, Kellogg School of Management, 2007 MSc, Management Economics, University of Essex, 2001 MS, Electrical Engineering, Universidad Politécnica Madrid, 1996 Research Interests: Organizational design, strategic communication, political persuasion, and incentive structures in multi-agent systems. Professional Service: Research Fellow at CEPR (2015–present), grant reviewer for NSF and ERC, and discussant at major academic conferences. Industry Experience: Over a decade in telecommunications leadership roles at Telefónica across Europe and the Americas, including launching greenfield operators and e-commerce platforms. His research explores how organizations optimize decision-making through delegation and information design, with applications in corporate strategy and public policy. Recent work analyzes persuasion strategies in elections and investor contexts, leveraging tools from game theory and behavioral economics.

Julia GrayView profile

Associate Professor

• International Relations
• International Political Economy
• Comparative Political Economy
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Julia Gray is an Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Pennsylvania, based in the School of Arts & Sciences. She holds additional roles as Co-Director of the Lauder Institute (Wharton School) and Visiting Fellow with the Global Governance program at the European University Institute. Her work bridges academia and policy-making in international economic institutions. Education: PhD in Political Science, University of California, Los Angeles MSc with Distinction in International Political Economy, London School of Economics BA Summa Cum Laude, Amherst College Research Interests: International relations International political economy Comparative political economy International organizations Global governance mechanisms Economic diplomacy practices Her research examines how international economic institutions operate in uncertain environments, particularly focusing on emerging markets. She investigates institutional vitality, cooperative agreement dynamics, and the interplay between economic policy and political processes. Professional Affiliations: Ronald O. Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics, UPenn Lauder Institute (Wharton School) European University Institute (Global Governance) Advising/Grants: No advisee students or grant information listed in available texts. Her academic roles suggest involvement in research supervision and institutional funding initiatives. Labs/Teams: Co-directs the Lauder Institute, collaborates with the Perelman Center, and engages with the European University Institute's Global Governance program.

Leila AlinaghianView profile

Professor

• Business Relations
• Social Impact
• Sustainability
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Professor Leila Alinaghian is a Professor of Business Relations and Impact at Cranfield School of Management, Cranfield University, where she also serves as Director of the Full-time MBA program. She joined Cranfield in August 2015, bringing expertise in inter-organizational relationships, sustainability, and social impact. PhD in Engineering, Manufacturing and Management, University of Cambridge MPhil, University of Cambridge Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, Cranfield University Her research centers on advancing understanding of business relationships and networks in driving sustainability and social impact. She explores topics such as social procurement, social enterprise-corporate collaborations, supply chain resilience, and institutional change in procurement practices. Her work integrates theories from operations management, strategic management, and institutional theory. Leila's recent publications reveal a strong focus on sustainability and social value creation within supply chains. Her research employs diverse methodologies including social network analysis, systematic literature reviews, and qualitative case studies. Key themes include ESG controversies, institutional work, cognitive capital in resilience, and value co-creation in service ecosystems, primarily within sectors like automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. Research nominated for best PhD research award at Academy of Management Research nominated for best paper award at Strategic Management Society Trust Scholar at University of Cambridge Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Leila is actively involved in supervising PhD and DBA students and serving on doctoral review panels. She has collaborated with multinational firms in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and fast-moving consumer goods. She contributes to the advancement of the social procurement agenda through initiatives like the Buy Social Corporate Challenge. She is a member of the Academy of Management, British Academy of Management, European Operations Management Association, and Strategic Management Society. She leads modules in postgraduate and executive development programs at Cranfield School of Management and is currently recruiting doctoral students in Social Impact Supply Chain Management and Social Enterprise-Corporate relationships.

• Materials Science
• Electrochemistry
• Energy Storage
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Professor Daniel Rettenwander is a Full Professor at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), leading the Battery Materials Team within FACET. He also directs the Christian Doppler Laboratory for Solid-state Batteries and serves as Principle Scientist at the Center for Transport Technologies (Battery Technologies) at AIT Austrian Institute of Technology. His research focuses on advanced solid-state battery materials, particularly solid-state electrolytes and cathode materials for next-generation electric vehicle batteries. Key research interests include the development of high-performance solid electrolytes, interface engineering in batteries, and overcoming challenges in solid-state battery design such as dendrite formation and interfacial degradation. His work bridges fundamental materials science with applied electrochemical engineering, addressing critical barriers to commercializing solid-state batteries. Notable achievements include over 75 peer-reviewed publications, numerous awards including the Emerging Investigator awards (Chem. Comm., Journal of Physics: Energy), and leadership in major EU and national grants. His team’s work has been highlighted in media outlets like Gemini and Krone.at, emphasizing breakthroughs in battery materials science. Funding includes projects like OPERA (HORIZON-CL5-2022), SOLIMEC (M-ERA.NET), and CDG-supported initiatives. He supervises a dynamic team of PhD candidates and postdocs, advancing interdisciplinary research at the intersection of materials chemistry and energy storage technologies.

• International Business
• Entrepreneurship
• Institutional Theory
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Dilshod Makhmadshoev is a Senior Lecturer at the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Innovation within Strathclyde Business School at the University of Strathclyde, where he also earned his PhD in International Business. He holds a Master’s degree in Management from Queen's University Belfast. PhD in International Business, University of Strathclyde MSc in Management, Queen's University Belfast His research lies at the intersection of international business and entrepreneurship, with a strong focus on institutional theory, SME internationalization, global value chains, and entrepreneurship in transition and emerging economies. He explores how firms navigate institutional voids and uncertainty, particularly in Central Asia and similar contexts. His work is interdisciplinary, drawing from economics, development studies, and organizational behavior. The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in examining institutional challenges, sensemaking under uncertainty, and sustainability within global value chains. His work increasingly connects business strategies with broader sustainable development goals, particularly in environmentally vulnerable and institutionally weak regions. He actively contributes to the academic community through peer review and editorial roles, including for International Business Review and British Journal of Management . Dilshod leads and participates in funded research projects, such as examining environmental sustainability in Kyrgyzstan's garment industry within global value chains and fostering green partnerships in Tajikistan. He teaches key courses including International Business Analysis, Managing Across Cultures, and Global Business Environment at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He has supervised research students and contributes to academic governance through examination and review activities. His research is embedded in real-world development challenges, particularly in post-socialist and emerging economies, aiming to foster more equitable and sustainable global business systems.

Georg von SchnurbeinView profile

Professor

• Foundation Management
• Nonprofit Governance
• Philanthropy
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Prof. Dr. Georg von Schnurbein is a Professor of Foundation Management and Director of the Center for Philanthropy Studies (CEPS) at the University of Basel's Faculty of Economics. His work focuses on nonprofit governance, philanthropy dynamics, and strategic challenges facing foundations and charitable organizations. Research Interests: Prof. von Schnurbein's research explores the intersection of nonprofit management, corporate philanthropy, and volunteer engagement. Key areas include foundation sustainability, governance frameworks for charitable organizations, and the evolving role of philanthropy in addressing societal challenges. His recent studies analyze volunteer behavior during crises, sunset strategies for aging foundations, and the ethical dimensions of mission-driven investing. Publications Overview: His recent work (2023–2025) examines topics like pandemic-era volunteering patterns, strategic adaptation in turbulent environments, and the governance of Swiss and German foundations. Notable themes include the tension between nonprofit mission and market pressures, and the role of corporate foundations in fostering ethical business practices. Labs/Teams: As CEPS Director, he leads initiatives analyzing global philanthropy trends, publishes the annual Schweizer Stiftungsreport , and collaborates with policymakers to strengthen nonprofit ecosystems. CEPS also hosts interdisciplinary projects on co-production in public services and inter-professional collaboration in healthcare.