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• Energy Systems
• Decarbonization Strategies
• Techno-Economic Modeling
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Asgeir Tomasgard is a Professor of Operations Analysis at NTNU's Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management. He serves as Director of NTNU Energy and NTNU Energy Transition Initiative, leading strategic initiatives in energy systems research. His work focuses on techno-economic modeling of energy transitions, particularly zero-emission systems and decarbonization of transport/industry. He holds board positions at Gassco AS, the Climate Foundation, and Energi21, among others, actively influencing energy policy and industry. Research expertise includes large-scale optimization models addressing dynamics and uncertainty in energy systems. Key areas are hydrogen technologies, renewable integration, and policy frameworks for climate mitigation. He co-leads projects like FlexBuild examining end-use flexibility and participates in international energy initiatives such as EERA E3S and the European Academies' Science Advice Council. Publications span energy system planning, stochastic optimization, and policy analysis, with recent work emphasizing multi-horizon modeling and hydrogen economics. Active in knowledge dissemination through media commentaries and policy reports, advocating for Norway's role in the green transition. His research bridges academic rigor with real-world energy challenges, emphasizing system-level solutions for sustainable development.

Will ZhaoView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-Centered Innovation Research (HCIR)
• Organizational Innovation
• Governance of Emerging Technologies
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Will Zhao is an Associate Professor of Organization and Human Behavior at the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business, University of Waterloo. He holds cross-appointments with the Department of Management Science and Engineering and the Department of Systems Design Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering. He earned his PhD from EMLYON Business School (France) and completed postdoctoral research at Stanford University as a SCANCOR scholar. His work focuses on Human-Centered Innovation Research (HCIR), bridging social sciences, engineering, and the arts to address societal challenges. Research Themes: Organizational Innovation : Exploring innovation dynamics in complex environments. Technology Governance : Ethical and regulatory challenges of emerging technologies like AI. Applied AI/XR : Designing human-centered applications in healthcare, education, and arts. Teaching: Courses include GBDA 402 (Capstone), MDEI 612 (Organizational Behavior), and MDEI 625 (Business Innovation). He has received multiple teaching and research awards at University of Waterloo. Collaborations : Partnerships with Nottingham University (UK), HOPE (USA), and National Cheng Kung University (Taiwan). Active in industry and community collaborations via the HCIR team. Advising : Supervises doctoral and master's students across disciplines, including cross-border co-supervision. Active mentor in innovation and entrepreneurship programs. Publications span journals like Research in the Sociology of Organizations and IEEE Transactions on Cybernetics , with a focus on multidisciplinary innovation studies.

• Marketing Analytics
• Strategic Pricing
• Quantitative Analysis
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Preethika Sainam is an Assistant Professor at Thunderbird School of Global Management, Arizona State University, specializing in quantitative marketing and data analytics. She previously served as an Assistant Professor at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. Her research focuses on strategic pricing, big data applications, and marketing analytics, published in top journals like Marketing Science and Journal of Marketing Research . She holds a PhD in Quantitative Marketing from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, an MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas, and a BS from Purdue University as a Dean's Scholar. Education: PhD (UNC-Chapel Hill), MBA (UT-Dallas), BS (Purdue) Research Interests: Marketing Analytics, Pricing Models, Big Data, and International Marketing Dr. Sainam teaches courses such as Global Marketing Strategy, Data Analytics, and Big Data in the Global Economy. She actively contributes to professional associations like the American Marketing Association and serves as an ad hoc reviewer for multiple journals. As a founding member of Women in Marketing Strategy (WiMS), she advocates for gender inclusivity in academia. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, emphasizing data-driven decision-making in global business contexts.

• Labour Studies
• Migration and Ethnic Relations
• Neo-liberalism
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Dr Surhan Cam is a Senior Lecturer at Cardiff University's School of Social Sciences, specializing in Labour Studies, Migration, and Global Political Economy. His research focuses on neo-liberalism, emerging market economies, labour flexibility, and the dynamics of migrant workers in Britain and Turkey. He has published extensively on topics such as shipyard management strategies, workforce precarity, and the intersection of globalization with small manufacturers. Research Interests : Labour Economics and Industrial Relations Migrant Worker Experiences in Transnational Contexts Neo-liberalism's Impact on Emerging Markets Global Supply Chains and Manufacturing Dynamics Gendered Labour Patterns and Policy Implications Teaching : Migration, Race and Ethnic Relations Global Political Economy and Future of Work Quantitative Methods for Postgraduate Research His work integrates empirical analysis with theoretical frameworks, particularly in Turkey and the UK. Recent studies explore subjective well-being and performance linkages in Turkish shipyards, while earlier works include seminal analyses of underemployment and involuntary part-time work in Britain.

Michael MolView profile

Professor

• Strategic Management
• International Business
• Innovation
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Professor Michael Mol is a full-time Chair in Strategic and International Management at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham, and concurrently a Professor in the Department of Strategy and Innovation at Copenhagen Business School. He holds a PhD from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, and has previously held academic positions at Warwick, London, and Henley Business Schools. He is a Dutch national with extensive international academic experience across six countries. His research interests include: Strategic and International Management Innovation and management practices Outsourcing and offshoring Strategy in Africa Corporate social irresponsibility His recent publications reflect a strong focus on global strategy, offshoring dynamics, governance in international business, and innovation, with a growing emphasis on Africa and geopolitical shifts affecting multinational enterprises. His work integrates theoretical rigor with practical relevance, often bridging disciplines such as strategic management, international business, and supply chain management. Scientific awards include: Best Article Award from Academy of Management Review He has received national and international research grants and serves on the editorial boards of leading journals including California Management Review , Global Strategy Journal , and Journal of International Business Studies . He has advised firms and supranational institutions and is involved in executive education, including sharing leadership of the Executive MBA course in Strategic Management. He has also served as Head of Department at both Warwick and Copenhagen Business Schools.

Kamil WaligóraView profile

Assistant Professor

• Global Economy
• EU Fund Management
• International Transport
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Kamil Waligóra is an Assistant Professor at the University of Białystok's Faculty of Economics and Management, specializing in the Department of Socio-Economic Development. His work focuses on global economic entities, EU fund management, international transport systems, and logistics modeling. He leads the Think Tank of the Białystok Science and Technology Park since 2015, emphasizing smart city initiatives and regional innovation ecosystems. Dr. Waligóra has coordinated projects analyzing BRICS economies, demographic impacts on growth, and EU cohesion policies. He actively contributes to academic governance, serving on committees for logistics programs and strategic planning at the faculty level. His research bridges policy evaluation with spatial management, addressing challenges in regional development, urban infrastructure, and public-private partnerships. Teaching responsibilities include courses on transport economics, process management, and EU project management. His publications span over a decade, exploring topics from China's trade dynamics to demographic challenges in emerging economies. He remains a member of the Polish Economic Society since 2014, reflecting his engagement with broader economic discourse.

Kinga KarpińskaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Innovation Economics
• Economic Development
• Employment Dynamics
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Dr. Kinga Karpińska is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Political Economy within the Faculty of Economics and Finance at the University of Białystok. Her research focuses on innovation economics, structural employment changes, and R&D sector dynamics. She has conducted extensive studies on innovation drivers in industries like confectionery, regional development in Podlaskie Voivodeship, and university-business cooperation models across Europe. Key areas include analyzing the impact of technological investments on labor markets and evaluating the efficiency of R&D expenditures in Poland and the EU. Her work bridges theoretical economic frameworks with practical policy recommendations, emphasizing the interplay between innovation, institutional frameworks, and socioeconomic outcomes. Notable contributions include comparative analyses of innovation barriers in SMEs and the role of patent legislation in fostering technological sovereignty. Kinga Karpińska’s research often employs advanced methodologies like Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) and integrates statistical data from regional and EU-level sources. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses contemporary challenges such as post-pandemic innovation resilience, energy crisis impacts, and the digital revolution’s influence on organizational learning.

John D. DiltzView profile

Professor

• Finance
• Economics
• Asset Pricing
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John D. Diltz is a Professor of Finance at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), holding a prominent role in the Finance and Real Estate Department. He has served as Chair of the department for over two decades, leading its academic and administrative operations. Prior to UTA, he held roles as an Assistant Professor at Oakland University and a Senior Research Scientist at General Motors Research Laboratories. Dr. Diltz earned a B.S. from Purdue University and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research spans finance, economics, and interdisciplinary fields such as management information systems and civil engineering. He has authored over fifty refereed papers in journals like the Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis and the SIAM Journal on Financial Mathematics. His research interests include mutual fund performance, asset pricing puzzles, real options valuation, and the impact of market uncertainties on investment decisions. Notable contributions address cross-listed stock mispricing, energy market dynamics, and licensing agreements through real options frameworks. Dr. Diltz has received numerous teaching awards, including induction into UTA’s Academy of Distinguished Teachers in 2002. He advised fifteen doctoral students and co-developed UTA’s Master of Science in Quantitative Finance program (2004–2018). His work extends beyond academia as a testifying expert in business litigation, with twelve engagements over three years. In addition to his academic contributions, Dr. Diltz has explored intersections of finance with environmental policy, such as the impact of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 on utility investors. His work often integrates quantitative methods to address practical financial challenges, bridging theory and real-world applications.

• Supply Chain Management
• Operations Management
• Sustainable Supply Chains
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Kuntal Bhattacharyya is an Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing and Operations at the Scott College of Business, Indiana State University. He has held significant administrative roles including Department Chairperson (2018–2021) and currently serves as Executive Director (2021–present). He also directs the Center for Supply Management Research (CSMR), fostering industry-academia collaboration. Education: Ph.D., Operations Management (Information Systems Minor), Kent State University, 2011 M.B.A., Management (Minor in Applied Statistics), The University of Akron, 2005 M.S., Electrical Engineering (Semiconductor Fabrication), The University of Texas at Arlington, 2003 B.S., Electrical & Electronics Engineering, BIET, 2000 His research spans Supply Chain Management , Sustainable Supply Chains , Supply Chain Risk Management , and Global Sourcing . He integrates quantitative modeling, blockchain, and Six Sigma methodologies to solve real-world operational challenges. His expertise is reflected in courses such as Global Sourcing (OSCM 455/555), Strategic Supply Chain Decisions (PMBA 612), and the capstone Global Supply Chain Management (OSCM 490). The 15 most recent publications reveal a strong focus on supplier performance modeling , blockchain in supply chains , conflict mineral tracking , and resilience through technology . These works span disciplines including operations research, sustainability, service quality, and humanitarian logistics, demonstrating interdisciplinary depth and practical relevance. Scientific Awards and Honors: Career Readiness Advocate (2020) Dean's Achievement Award (2018) Best Paper Award, Academy of Business Review (2016) Teaching Excellence Award (2015) Outstanding Academic Advisor Award (2017) Summer Research Grants and multiple internal funding awards Dr. Bhattacharyya has secured numerous grants from Indiana State University and external foundations like the Wabash Valley Community Foundation, supporting student research and center development. He actively mentors students through research projects and capstone courses. He has served on key university committees related to strategic planning, diversity, faculty governance, and community engagement. His consulting experience with firms like Toyota Material Handling and Masterbrand Cabinets further strengthens his applied perspective. He leads the Center for Supply Management Research (CSMR) , which serves as a hub for supply chain innovation, student experiential learning, and industry partnerships. The center has received continuous internal funding, reflecting its institutional importance.

• North Korean Literature
• Cybernetics and Sovereignty
• Korean Studies
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Benoit Berthelier is a Lecturer at the University of Sydney, specializing in Korean studies with a focus on North Korean literature, technology, and cultural politics. His work bridges literary analysis with Cold War history, cybernetics, and digital media, particularly examining how ideology shapes cultural production and technological development in North Korea. Education & Affiliations: PhD in Korean Studies (details unspecified) Currently affiliated with the University of Sydney's School of Arts and Social Sciences (implied by research focus) Research Interests: North Korean literature and its role in state propaganda Cybernetics and sovereignty in Cold War contexts Language technology divides between North and South Korea Media sentiment analysis in politically charged regions like Hong Kong His work combines textual analysis with computational methods to explore how literature and technology reflect and reinforce political systems. Grants: 2020: 'Propaganda in China's Social Media News Targeting Taiwan and Hong Kong' funded by the Chiang Ching-Kuo Foundation Labs/Teams: None explicitly listed, but collaborations with institutions like the College de France are indicated through publications.

• Sociology
• Cultural Studies
• Political Economy
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Dr. Gavin Maclean is a Lecturer in Sociology within the School of Applied Sciences at Edinburgh Napier University, where he focuses on the interconnections between culture, economy and nature. His work bridges sociological theory with practical research on contemporary social issues, particularly examining how plants, bureaucracy, and sustainability intersect with everyday life and work practices. Dr. Maclean received his academic training at Heriot-Watt University, where he earned a degree in Management, a Masters by Research in Social Research, and a PhD that examined the conflict between artistic freedom and commercial pressures within the recorded music industry. His research spans several interconnected areas: Environmental sociology with a focus on plants, crofting, gardening, and kitchen practices Bureaucracy and its role in contemporary society Digital labor and its implications for work organization Cultural studies and conjunctural analysis Social justice issues related to migration, asylum, and temporary accommodation Sustainability practices in professional settings Analysis of Dr. Maclean's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the intersection of environmental concerns, labor practices, and social justice. His work on "photosynethics" examines how energy crises impact professional kitchen work and sustainability practices. Simultaneously, his research on asylum seekers explores the commodification of temporary housing and the stigmatization processes that affect vulnerable populations. These seemingly disparate research streams are connected through his interest in how bureaucratic systems mediate human-nature relationships and social inequalities. Dr. Maclean has successfully secured research funding from prestigious sources including: British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grant (£1,869) for "Photosynethics: Responsibility, Sustainability and Plant Work in Professional Kitchens" (2022-2023) Economic and Social Research Council (£53,468) for "Investigating the use of temporary accommodation to house asylum seekers and refugees during the COVID-19 outbreak" (2020-2022) NHS Fife (£9,989) for "Ageing Workforce and Employers in Fife" (2016) Additional funding from EPSRC, Carnegie Trust, and other bodies As an academic supervisor, Dr. Maclean currently guides multiple doctoral students across diverse research topics including songwriting creativity, natural area volunteering in Scotland, and whisky production microbiology. His supervision approach reflects his interdisciplinary interests, supporting research that bridges sociology with environmental studies, cultural analysis, and organizational theory. His current projects indicate a continued focus on the relationship between human labor, environmental constraints, and social justice issues.

Birte Holst JørgensenView profile

Researcher

• Energy Policy
• Renewable Energy
• Wind Energy
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Birte Holst Jørgensen is a Senior Researcher at DTU Wind Energy, specializing in energy policy, technology strategies, and international collaboration. She holds a PhD in Political Sciences (Copenhagen University) and an MSc in Business Economics (Copenhagen Business School). Her roles include chairing the IEA Expert Group on R&D Priority-Setting, leading the Sino-Danish Center’s Sustainable Energy program, and advising Denmark’s national transmission system operator Energinet. She has extensive experience in executive management, including Nordic Energy Research and DTU Management. Education: PhD in Political Sciences, University of Copenhagen (1995–1999) MSc in Business Economics and Administration, Copenhagen Business School (1992) Research Interests: Energy transition pathways, renewable energy integration, global energy governance, wind power systems, technology policy design, and sustainable urban development. She emphasizes data-driven policy advice and international knowledge-sharing mechanisms. Key Contributions: Chaired over 20 international committees, including the IEA’s R&D Priority Group and EU Horizon 2020 Energy Advisory Group Authored influential reports like the Key Energy Technologies for Europe (2005) and DTU’s annual International Energy Reports Advised UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly targeting SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities) Labs/Teams: Principal investigator in DTU Wind Energy’s Wind and Energy Systems Society, leading global projects on energy islands, offshore wind scaling, and policy frameworks.

• Sustainable & Impact Investing
• ESG Analysis
• Climate Finance
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Dr. Jun Han is an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy and affiliated with the Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation. He holds a Ph.D. from Oxford University and has extensive experience across leading institutions including the University of Pennsylvania, Peking University, and the World Bank Group. His academic and professional work bridges rigorous research with practical implementation in sustainable finance, social innovation, and climate resilience. Dr. Han’s research focuses on sustainable and impact investing, ESG analysis, climate finance, social entrepreneurship, impact measurement, and AI strategy. His interdisciplinary work integrates public policy, sociology, and financial systems to address global challenges. He has published extensively in top journals such as Journal of Social Entrepreneurship , VOLUNTAS , and Chinese Sociological Review , and has co-authored influential books on impact investing and social enterprises. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward disability inclusion, AI-enhanced climate finance, and social infrastructure development. He has led major consulting projects for the World Bank, focusing on portfolio reviews, climate notes, and AI integration. His work consistently emphasizes practical solutions, policy relevance, and cross-sector collaboration. Scientific Awards: For Good Award of Top 10 Annual Academic Research 2022 For Good Award of Top 10 Annual Academic Research 2023 Dr. Han has mentored emerging leaders in sustainable finance and social innovation, particularly through his teaching at Georgetown University. He has secured significant research funding, including raising $87,700 as Senior Research Manager at US SIF. His collaborative work spans international organizations such as the World Bank, IFC, US SIF, Independent Sector, and the Food and Land Use Coalition. He is actively involved in research teams and initiatives focused on social impact, climate resilience, and inclusive development, contributing to global policy frameworks and implementation strategies.

Giulia Dal MasoView profile

Research Fellow

• Financialization
• Green Finance
• Political Ecology
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Giulia Dal Maso is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow at the Ca' Foscari University of Venice , affiliated with the Department of Asian and North African Studies . Her research focuses on the intersections of financialization, green finance, and statecraft in China and Asia, while also examining financial practices in Thailand, Portugal, and Eastern Europe. Academic Background : Ph.D. in Culture and Society (Western Sydney University), MSc and BSc in Development Studies (University of Bologna), with language training at Tsinghua University Research Projects : Principal investigator for CHINGREEN (EU H2020-funded), and contributor to HAU Impact (ERC grant), GEOFIN (ERC grant), and Global Real Estate (ARC grant) projects Research Interests encompass financialization processes, green finance strategies, political ecology, and the role of the state in financial crises. Her work critically examines how financial instruments are used for environmental governance and how crises reshape financial expertise. Key Themes across her publications include: Temporal dimensions of green finance (2024-2025) State-capital dynamics in China's financial markets (2020-2023) Environmental toolification through digital platforms (2023) Global expansion of Chinese green financial instruments (2020-2022) Methodological Approach combines ethnographic fieldwork with political-economic analysis, particularly evident in her work on retail investors' behavior in China (2015-2023) and comparative studies of financialization across Asia and Europe.

• Embedded Systems
• Ambient Intelligence
• Internet-of-Things
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Răzvan-Virgil Bogdan is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Automation and Computer Science, Politehnica University of Timisoara (PUT), with expertise in Embedded Systems , Automotive Software Testing , and Dependability of Computer Systems . His research bridges Internet-of-Things and e-Learning , focusing on reliability, testing, and intelligent environments. University: Politehnica University of Timisoara School: Faculty of Automation and Computer Science Contact: razvan.bogdan@cs.upt.ro | Room B413A Research Focus: Bogdan's work emphasizes system reliability , embedded software quality , and automotive electronics , with projects like GEMSCLAIM (energy-efficient mobile systems) and HURO JCBICS (cross-border educational infrastructure). He also drives industrial collaborations (e.g., AC_G_xBU_Academy with Continental Automotive Romania). Teaching Career: Bogdan has taught courses such as Embedded Systems , Microprocessor Systems , and Advanced Embedded Systems at PUT, blending theoretical rigor with hands-on lab work in the Vector Lab . His pedagogical approach integrates software testing methodologies and energy-aware system design . Scientific Contributions: He has contributed to embedded systems validation, security frameworks for distributed systems (e.g., TD/54 project ), and automotive software tools. His publications span ACTA POLYTECHNICA HUNGARICA , BRAIN: Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience , and conference proceedings like IEEE Sustainability and SACI. Awards: Mercy Diplomas 2021 Mercy Diplomas 2020 Memberships: IEEE ACM Prospective Students: Bogdan actively seeks undergrad, Masters, and PhD candidates, emphasizing practical research in automotive embedded systems and IoT . His lab provides direct access for project collaboration and discussions.