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• Sustainability in Construction
• Embodied Carbon Emissions
• Life Cycle Assessment
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Francesco Pomponi is a Professor at Edinburgh Napier University's School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment, specializing in sustainability, embodied carbon emissions, and life cycle assessment in construction. His work bridges sustainability science with practical construction challenges, focusing on material efficiency and circular economy principles. He has supervised PhD students like Ricardo Weigend and Ina Peukes, contributing to projects such as SHELTERs for refugee housing and MONOPOLI for pandemic modeling. Students: Ricardo Weigend, Ina Peukes Key Research: Embodied carbon in buildings, hemp fiber applications, circular economy for SMEs, and life cycle assessment methodologies. His recent publications analyze environmental impacts of plastic milk bottles, gas heating upgrades in Australia, and timber construction's role in carbon sequestration. Awards include the RISE Award for Design, Innovation and Creativity (2019). He collaborates with institutions globally, addressing climate change mitigation through construction innovations.

• Financial Analysis
• Real Estate Market Economics
• ESG criteria and real estate market
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Prodromos Vlamis is an Associate Professor of Financial Analysis at the Department of Economic Science, School of Economics, Business and International Studies at the University of Piraeus. He previously served as Assistant Professor (on tenure track) from July 10, 2018 to November 3, 2021, and as Assistant Professor (with permanence) from November 4, 2021 to August 29, 2022 at the same department. He graduated from the Department of International & European Economic Studies at the Athens University of Economics and Business (1991-1995), then earned an M.Sc. in Economics from the University of York (1995-96), and later an M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Land Economy and Financial Analysis from the University of Cambridge (1999-2004). His doctoral dissertation focused on 'Analysis of Credit Risk of UK Real Estate Companies.' His research spans financial economics, real estate markets, and macroeconomic policy, with particular emphasis on ESG criteria in real estate, the Greek debt crisis and its impact on property markets, credit risk analysis of real estate companies, fiscal policy during economic crises, and monetary policy effectiveness. His work combines theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis of Greek and European economic data. His publications reveal a strong focus on Greek economic issues, particularly the debt crisis and its impact on various sectors, as well as broader topics in financial markets, interest rate transmission, and real estate economics. His research has been widely cited (737 citations according to Google Scholar and Scopus) and forms part of the curriculum for postgraduate courses at universities worldwide. Harold A. Pollman Fellowship in Real Estate and Urban Development (Harvard University) Hellenic Harvard Foundation Scholarship Isaac Newton Award for UK Research Students (Cambridge) British Chevening/De La Rue Scholarship (British Foreign Office) Professor Vlamis has served as a reviewer for major financial institutions and prestigious international scientific journals. He has participated as a speaker in 54 international and Greek scientific conferences and has contributed to numerous government studies on economic policy. His teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate courses in financial analysis, real estate economics, and economic policy.

• Econophysics
• Complex Networks
• Statistical Physics
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Prof. Rosario Nunzio Mantegna is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics and Chemistry - Emilio Segrè at the University of Palermo (Unipa), Italy. He has held office hours in Building 18, Viale delle Scienze, focusing on appointments via email at rosario.mantegna@unipa.it. Research Interests: Econophysics, Complex Networks, Financial Market Dynamics, Air Traffic Systems, and Statistical Physics Applications. Methodological Expertise: Network Validation, Correlation Filtering, Hierarchical Clustering, and Stochastic Modeling. His work bridges physics, finance, and data science through network-based approaches to complex systems. Key contributions include analyzing financial indices, market lead-lag relationships, and air traffic networks. Publications span interdisciplinary topics from autism spectrum disorders to volcanic impact on ATM systems.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Building Information Modelling & Processing
• Digital Twinning
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Florian Noichl is a Group Lead in Spatial Computing at the Chair of Computing in Civil and Building Engineering at the Technical University of Munich . His work focuses on methods for creating digital twins of industrial environments, particularly car manufacturing plants, and includes collaborative projects with Siemens . He was a Visiting Researcher at the Department of Geomatics Engineering at the University of Calgary, Canada (May–August 2023). Research interests include Spatial computing Digital twinning Point cloud processing Artificial intelligence in construction Scan planning optimization GeoAI for retrofitting Recent publications emphasize automation in point cloud segmentation, material passport creation for steel structures, semantic facade analysis, and energy efficiency estimation using vision-language models. His work often integrates BIM with laser scanning and AI . Teaching includes Bau- und Umweltinformatik 1 (WS22/23, WS23/24) and Softwarelab . He supervises theses on topics like UAV mission planning Point cloud enrichment Image-based localization CAD model matching BIM design reviews Review activities cover journals such as Automation in Construction , IEEE Sensors Journal , and Remote Sensing . He is listed on OrcID : 0000-0001-6553-9806 Google Scholar ResearchGate Labs associated with include the BIM-Lab and Robotic Fabrication Lab . His work intersects digital construction with industrial AI applications.

Gregor RothView profile

Professor

• Corporate law
• Association and foundation law
• Law of non-profit organizations
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Professor Gregor Roth serves at the Faculty of Law, University of Leipzig, holding a professorship in Civil Law, Corporate Law and Tax Law. His office is located in the Institute Building at Burgstraße 21, Room 103. He will be on research leave starting April 1, 2025, though the chair will continue offering workshops during this period. Prof. Roth's research spans multiple interconnected legal domains with emphasis on corporate structures and tax implications. His work focuses on association and foundation law, GmbH law (particularly information law in GmbHs), stock corporation law, corporate tax law, trade tax law, and the intersection of insolvency law with corporate and tax frameworks. He examines specialized areas including forward transactions, derivatives, and the legal challenges of non-profit organizations. His research demonstrates consistent focus on practical legal applications in business structures and tax frameworks, with particular attention to how legal mechanisms function in real-world economic contexts. Recent work emphasizes foundation law reforms, succession planning, and the evolving regulatory landscape for non-profit organizations. Prof. Roth actively supervises doctoral candidates, with recent completions including dissertations on board member activities in social security law, delegation of duties by associations, and crowdinvesting models for startups. He requires doctoral candidates to have passed legal state examinations with at least 'fully satisfactory' grades. The Center for Non-Profit Law Central Germany represents a significant institutional affiliation, where Prof. Roth contributes to research and policy development. He also leads the 'Leipzig Exam Offensive (LEO)' program and has developed innovative educational tools including the 'Jura aufs Ohr' learning podcast and an AI chatbot for legal education.

• Sustainable Architecture
• Interior Design
• Urban Housing
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Borsos Ágnes, DLA, habilitated associate professor at the University of Pécs within the Institute of Architecture , specializes in Interior Design, Applied and Creative Design . With dual expertise as a Chartered Architect and academic, she leads the Parameterized Comfort Research Group and contributes to international collaborations including projects with Metro State University of Denver , Central Academy of Fine Arts (China) , and Roma Tre University . Her career spans 16 years of academic leadership, including head of department and course leadership for Hungarian/English architect programs. Education : DLA (2010) and Habilitation (2015) at University of Pécs' Breuer Marcell Doctoral School International Experience : Erasmus+ mobility in Valencia, Munich, Rome; visiting professorships in China and USA Research focuses on sustainable residential architecture , human-centered spatial design , and architectural solutions for marginalized groups . She pioneered flexible housing systems and health-oriented interior design through projects like the BASKET community-building initiative and the CLOSE 0 ENERGY FAMILY HOUSE competition. Her work bridges prefabrication technology with social sustainability , emphasizing adaptive reuse of housing stock and environmental comfort . Recent publications and conference participations highlight her leadership in parametric design and human migration crisis solutions . She co-authored studies on structural adaptability of residential buildings and eco-modular urban living , presented at venues including Wessex Institute and Places and Technologies conferences. Awards include the Mihály Pollack Commemorative Medal and multiple Innovation Awards for academic and research contributions. As an educator, she supervises PhD/DLA candidates and has led international student teams in design competitions like the London Affordable Housing Challenge . Her 15+ recent articles address topics ranging from office environmental comfort to prefabricated apartment concepts , with keywords spanning sustainable architecture, human-centered design, and modular construction. Current projects include the Green Castle interior design for the University of Pécs Health Sciences Faculty.

• Machine Learning
• Data Analytics
• Social Media Analysis
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Dr. Paraskevas Koukaras is an Academic Scholar at the International Hellenic University (IHU) and a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Information Technologies Institute (ITI) of the Centre for Research and Technology - Hellas (CERTH), affiliated with the School of Science and Technology at IHU. His educational background includes: IT Engineer from the Department of Informatics, Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki (ATEI) PhD in Interdisciplinary data science methods using machine learning for enhanced knowledge acquisition from the School of Science and Technology, International Hellenic University (IHU) Dr. Koukaras' research spans social media analytics, energy systems, and machine learning. His work focuses on energy load forecasting and optimization, data analytics, information modeling, and graph mining in heterogeneous networks. He applies these techniques to address challenges in public health, financial markets, and building energy efficiency through prescriptive analytics. His recent publications (2020-2023) demonstrate a strong focus on applying machine learning to real-world problems, particularly in social media analysis for public health during the COVID-19 pandemic, energy forecasting, and fake news detection. His work consistently employs multi-model approaches leveraging both traditional and deep learning techniques across healthcare, finance, and energy domains. Dr. Koukaras has participated in major European research projects including eDREAM (H2020), DRIMPAC (H2020), PRECEPT, SmartWins, easySRI, and SMACCs, focusing on demand response technologies and energy ecosystems. He contributes to academic training through teaching courses in data science and computing despite no formal advisees being listed. He operates within interdisciplinary research teams at ITI/CERTH and IHU's School of Science and Technology, collaborating on AI applications for energy efficiency, healthcare support, and social media analytics in residential and industrial contexts.

Ioannis KonstantarasView profile

Associate Professor

• Operations Research
• Inventory Control
• Reverse Logistics
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Ioannis Konstantaras is an Associate Professor at the Department of Business Administration, University of Macedonia, Thessaloniki, Greece, holding this position since July 2016. He contributes to the Master in International Business, Master in Business Administration, and Master in Business Analytics and Data Science programs. His academic qualifications include: B.Sc. in Mathematics from Aristotelian University of Thessaloniki (1999) M.Sc. in Statistics & Operations Research from University of Ioannina (2001) Ph.D. in Operations Research from University of Ioannina (2006) Konstantaras specializes in mathematical modeling and optimization of inventory systems for supply and reverse logistics chains. His research addresses production planning, deteriorating items, imperfect quality products, and recovery processes through operations research methodologies. He develops analytical models for optimizing decision-making in complex logistics environments. His publication record (2010-2014) shows concentrated research on inventory models for deteriorating items, lot-sizing in recovery systems, and pricing strategies for reverse logistics. Key contributions include extensions to Economic Order Quantity models, optimization of two-warehouse systems, and integration of inspection learning effects in quality control. He serves as Co-Editor for the International Journal of Systems Science: Operations & Logistics since January 2014 and has reviewed for numerous international journals. Konstantaras led the research program "Logistics Management: Quantitative Methods for Inventory Management" funded by the ARCHIMEDES program under EPAYAEK II. No publicly available information lists his doctoral advisees.

• Corporate Finance
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Private Equity
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Bernhard Schwetzler is a Professor in the Department of Finance at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, Germany. With over 47 scholarly publications and more than 18,500 downloads according to SSRN, he is a prominent researcher in corporate finance, specializing in mergers & acquisitions, private equity, and corporate valuation. Professor Schwetzler's research focuses on several key areas in finance including: Corporate valuation methodologies and challenges Mergers & acquisitions strategies and performance Private equity business models and value creation Financial distress and bankruptcy Corporate governance and ownership structures His work often examines German and European markets with implications for global finance practices. His recent publications (2023-2024) show a continued focus on private equity strategies, particularly buy-and-build approaches, secondary buyouts, and cross-border transactions. He has also published on stock market delistings and company undervaluation, reflecting his ongoing interest in valuation issues. His research combines theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis of real-world financial data. Professor Schwetzler has collaborated with researchers from various institutions including Lancaster University, University of Marburg, and other German universities, demonstrating strong international research connections in the finance field.

• Sustainability in the built environment
• Energy efficiency in buildings
• Building services
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Dr. Mohammed Seddiki is a faculty member at Robert Gordon University's Scott Sutherland School of Architecture, contributing to teaching and research in Architecture and Built Environment. His academic journey includes a Master's Degree in Architecture (2012-2013) and a PhD in Architecture (2013-2017), completed through a collaboration between the University of Science and Technology of Oran (Algeria) and Robert Gordon University with support from an Algerian ministry scholarship. Dr. Seddiki's research addresses critical climate challenges in the built environment: Energy efficiency in buildings and building physics Retrofitting of existing building stock toward net-zero Life cycle carbon assessment methodologies Decision-making frameworks for sustainable renovation Circular economy applications in construction Indoor environmental quality and occupant wellbeing His methodological approach combines energy modeling (Revit, PHPP, IES), field studies, and multi-criteria analysis to develop practical solutions. Recent work examines humidity-sensitive ventilation systems, photovoltaic-powered solutions, and upcycling plastic waste into building insulation, demonstrating his commitment to innovative sustainability approaches. With 26 research outputs spanning journal articles, conference presentations, and datasets, Dr. Seddiki's work has international reach across the UK, Algeria, Canada, and Mediterranean contexts. His publications address both technical and socio-psychological dimensions of building retrofitting, with recent 2025 work focusing on BIM implementation barriers, whole life carbon impacts, and circular economy pedagogy. As an educator, Dr. Seddiki teaches across undergraduate and master's architecture programs, specializing in design studio, building services, and energy modeling. His professional credentials include Certified Passivhaus Designer status and AECB CarbonLite graduate certification, ensuring practical relevance to industry challenges. Current activities include: Supervising two PhD students on building retrofitting topics Leading the 'Upcycling plastic waste into reusable building insulation modules' project Developing homeowner-focused retrofit decision tools Assessing climate adaptation measures for historic buildings

• Sports Economics
• Education Economics
• Industrial Organization
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Joe Craig serves as Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Economics within the College of Letters, Arts & Sciences at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. His office is located in 211 Academic Office Building (719-255-4002), and he can be reached at jcraig2@uccs.edu. He teaches undergraduate courses including Microeconomics, Economics of Sport, and Senior Seminar. His research spans Sports Economics (NFL analysis, referee bias), Education Economics (teaching quality, student debt), Industrial Organization (brewpub competition, electricity markets), Labor Economics (immigrant human capital), and Environmental Economics (wildlife conservation). This multidisciplinary approach combines empirical rigor with real-world policy relevance across diverse economic sectors. Professor Craig's publication record shows sustained productivity with 13 articles from 2010-2021, featuring significant output in 2021. His work demonstrates evolving focus toward sports and education economics while maintaining contributions to industrial organization, characterized by collaborative research and methodological consistency in empirical analysis. No specific scientific awards are documented in available materials, though his publications in journals like the European Journal of Operations Research and The Energy Journal indicate scholarly recognition. As department chair, he balances administrative leadership with active research. His collaborations with scholars like Scott J. Savage and Anna B. Faria span multiple institutions, suggesting robust research networks. While no formal lab exists, his departmental affiliation facilitates student involvement through senior seminars and potential research assistantships. His work environment centers on the Department of Economics, leveraging university resources for data-driven economic analysis without dedicated laboratory infrastructure.

BİLAL BALUNView profile

Associate Professor

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Concrete Technology
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Dr. Bilal Balun serves as an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture at Bingöl University, Turkey, with expertise in earthquake engineering and structural analysis. His academic journey began with a Civil Engineering degree from Yıldız Technical University, followed by advanced studies at Fırat University where he earned his PhD in 2019 and achieved Associate Professor status in 2024. His educational background includes: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Yıldız Technical University (2004-2008) Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Fırat University (2011-2013) Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering, Fırat University (2013-2019) Dr. Balun's research centers on seismic risk assessment and structural resilience, with recent work heavily influenced by Turkey's 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes. He investigates energy-based seismic evaluation methods, building damage assessment, and sustainable concrete technologies using locally available pumice. His approach combines computational modeling with practical field applications to address Turkey's specific seismic challenges, particularly in eastern provinces like Bingöl. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong focus on practical earthquake engineering solutions, with 7 articles published in 2023 alone. His work demonstrates consistent output in high-impact journals, showing increasing specialization in post-earthquake analysis and sustainable materials development after 2020. Dr. Balun actively contributes to the academic community as a peer reviewer for journals including Advances in Concrete Construction and Structural Concrete. He previously participated in a Fırat University research project on lightweight self-compacting mortars and maintains productive collaborations with colleagues like Ömer Faruk Nemutlu and Ahmet Sarı. While no dedicated research laboratory is mentioned, his extensive publication record and collaborative network indicate an active research environment focused on practical seismic engineering solutions for Turkey's building stock.

James R. NolanView profile

Professor

• Statistical Modeling
• Decision Support Systems
• Women Entrepreneurship
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James R. Nolan is a Professor of Business Analytics, Actuarial Science, and Computer Science at Siena University's School of Business, where he has served since 1991. His career includes leadership roles as Dean of the School of Business (2003-2010, 1998-2001) and Department Head of Quantitative Business Analysis (1985-1993). His educational background features a Ph.D. in Public Administration from University at Albany, SUNY; C.A.S. in Planning and Policy Analysis ; M.B.A. in Management Information Systems and Finance ; and B.S. in Physics from Siena College. Nolan's research spans statistical modeling, decision support systems, and socioeconomic analysis, with recent focus on women entrepreneurs across global contexts, college financing burdens, and vaccination disparities in rural populations. His work bridges technical AI applications with real-world policy implications, particularly in gender economics and educational accessibility. Analysis of his 2011-2025 publications reveals a pivot toward interdisciplinary socioeconomic issues after foundational AI work, with consistent emphasis on gender disparities and financial risk modeling. Over 60% of recent articles examine women's entrepreneurship in developing economies, while credit card usage and student loan studies dominate U.S.-focused work. Fr. Matthew Conlin OFM Distinguished Service Award (2018) James Knust Award for Excellence in Administration (2007) Best Paper Awards at International Business & Economics Research Conferences (2002) Innovative Applications Award from American Association of Artificial Intelligence (1995) Outstanding Chapter Member Award from American Statistical Association (1989) Nolan mentors students through courses like Business Statistics and Operations Management, though specific advisees aren't documented. His industry background in state government and health statistics informs practical teaching approaches centered on diverse learning styles. Current research includes global women entrepreneur studies across 20 countries and pediatric vaccination analysis.

• Industrial Organization
• Consumer Choice
• Marketing Strategy
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Xinlei Chen serves as Professor of Marketing at Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB), with prior faculty appointments at Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance (SAIF) and University of British Columbia. His academic foundation includes a B.E. from Tsinghua University and Ph.D. in Marketing from University of Minnesota. His educational background features: B.E. in Engineering, Tsinghua University Ph.D. in Marketing, University of Minnesota (Carlson School) Chen's research centers on empirical industrial organization and consumer decision modeling, with specific expertise in pricing strategy, advertising effectiveness, channel management, and entertainment economics. His work bridges theoretical structural modeling with real-world applications in digital platforms, video gaming, and social networks, emphasizing how consumers process information and firms optimize competitive strategies in dynamic markets. Recent investigations examine gender dynamics in online competition and advertising spillovers in short-form video ecosystems. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals consistent focus on marketing science fundamentals while evolving toward digital economy applications. Early work established foundations in movie economics and private label competition, transitioning to contemporary investigations of platform markets, mobile advertising fraud, and social network effects. His methodology combines rigorous econometric techniques with field experiments, particularly evident in 2025 ByteDance research and mobile ad fraud studies. His scientific recognition includes: MSI Young Scholar (2009) Two-time Long Term Impact Award Finalist (Society for Marketing Science, 2018 & 2020) Carlson School Dissertation Award (2003-2004) Multiple doctoral consortium fellowships (INFORMS, AMA-Sheth) Chen demonstrates extensive teaching impact across executive education, MBA, and doctoral programs at CKGSB, SAIF, and UBC, complemented by industry experience as project manager at ABB and China-Machine Building International. His business-oriented scholarship extends to authored books on Chinese internet markets and regular commentary in major business media. Current research activities include field experiments on cross-media advertising and pandemic exercise behavior through digital platforms.

ZHOU ChunshengView profile

Professor

• Capital Operations
• Chinese Economy
• Exchange Markets
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Professor Zhou Chunsheng serves as Professor of Finance, Associate Dean for Executive Education Programs, Executive Academic Director for the Executive MBA Program, and Chairman of CKGSB Educational Foundation at Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB). He holds a PhD in Economics (Finance) from Princeton University (1995) and previously held professorships at Peking University's Guanghua School of Management alongside roles at the China Securities Regulatory Commission and US Federal Reserve. His educational trajectory culminated in a Princeton University doctorate. Prior academic appointments include the Guanghua School of Management at Peking University, complemented by regulatory experience at China's securities commission and the US central bank. Professor Zhou's research spans Capital Operations, Chinese Economy, Exchange Markets, Financial Derivative Tools, Financial Investment, and Mergers and Acquisitions, with particular emphasis on empirical finance applications in emerging markets. His work bridges theoretical models with practical Chinese market dynamics, especially regarding market efficiency and risk management frameworks. His publication record from 1999-2004 reveals consistent contributions to asset pricing theory, credit risk modeling, and macro-finance interfaces, with increasing focus on Chinese market applications over time. The research demonstrates methodological rigor in addressing market imperfections and structural economic phenomena. Key honors include: Princeton University Honorific Fellowship (1994-1995) Global Finance Association Best Paper Award (2001) National Excellent Young Researcher Grant, China (2003) Professor Zhou actively teaches Executive Education, EMBA, and FMBA programs while leading CKGSB's executive education initiatives. His recent thought leadership examines China's digital economy transformation, limitless supply economics, and AI-driven business scaling through media engagements including CGTN interviews and CKGSB Knowledge publications, demonstrating ongoing scholarly impact beyond traditional academia.