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Pankaj LalView profile

Professor

• Energy and Environmental Economics
• Climate Change
• Resilient Development
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Pankaj Lal is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Studies at Montclair State University and Founding Director of the Clean Energy and Sustainability Analytics Center. He holds a Ph.D. in Natural Resource Economics from the University of Florida and has expertise in energy and environmental policies, climate change, resource management, and interdisciplinary systems approaches. His research spans global landscapes in Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and North America, focusing on sustainable solutions for energy transitions, environmental conservation, and resilient development. Education: Ph.D., Forest/Natural Resource Economics and Policy, University of Florida (2011) M.B.A., Forestry Management, Indian Institute of Forest Management (2004) M.A., Geography, Delhi School of Economics (2001) B.A.(H), Economics, Delhi University (1999) Research Focus: Dr. Lal's work integrates quantitative and qualitative methods to address grand challenges such as clean energy adoption, climate change mitigation, and ecosystem valuation. He has secured over $21M in grants from NSF, USDA, DOE, and international bodies like the World Bank. His research includes bioenergy sustainability, flood mitigation strategies, and economic valuation of natural capital in Rwanda. Awards & Recognition: PECASE Award (2011), the highest U.S. honor for early-career scientists NSF CAREER Award for bioenergy sustainability research Rockefeller Foundation's Resilience Dividend initiative advisory role Grants & Impact: Over $21M in funded projects, including USDA analyses of forest biomass impacts, NJ flood resilience studies, and global initiatives like the U.S.-India Biofuel Consortium. His work bridges fundamental research with policy, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions. Teaching & Mentorship: Advises 19 doctoral students and 8 additional students. Teaches courses in environmental policy, economics, and global studies. Lab members include researchers like Dr. Dileep Birur (CESAC Associate Director) and Dr. Sydney Oluoch. Labs/Teams: Leads the Clean Energy and Sustainability Analytics Center (CESAC), fostering collaborative research on energy transitions, water resource management, and sustainable development. The center supports over 10 researchers and 20+ student projects annually.

Chen XuView profile

Lecturer

• Regional Economics
• Industrial Economics
• Digital Economy
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Dr. Chen Xu is a Lecturer in Economics at Swansea University's School of Social Sciences. She holds a PhD in Economics from Cardiff University (2018) and previously worked as a Research Fellow/Associate at Cardiff University and the University of Sussex. Her research focuses on Regional Economics, Industrial Economics, and the digital economy, with emphasis on Wales' economic development, semiconductor clusters, tourism impacts, and ICT policy. She leads the ONS-funded 'Measuring the Digital Economy' project and co-leads the ESRC-funded 'Low Carbon Community' initiative. Education: PhD in Economics, Cardiff University, 2018 Previous roles: Research Fellow (Sussex University), Research Associate (Cardiff University) Research Interests: Dr. Xu’s work spans regional development strategies, semiconductor industry innovation, tourism economics, and digital economy measurement. She has contributed to major projects like the £1.5m ERDF Superfast Broadband initiative and the £43m UKRI CSConnected semiconductor project. Her methods include CGE modeling and analysis of HMRC/ONS datasets. Grants & Collaborations: Principal Investigator: ONS-funded ICT Satellite Account pilot for Wales (digital economy measurement) Co-Investigator: ESRC-funded Low Carbon Community project Co-author on UKRI and EU-funded semiconductor/ICT studies Public Engagement: Engages with local businesses, ONS, and Welsh economic institutions. Active in presenting at international conferences like the UNWTO Tourism Statistics Conference and the City REDI seminar series.

• Economic Development
• Urban and Regional Economics
• Natural Hazards Analysis
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Richard Vogel is Dean of the School of Business and Professor of Economics at Farmingdale State College, where he has held leadership and academic roles for many years. He teaches a wide range of economics courses including Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Sports Economics, and Urban and Regional Economics. His research spans economic development, disaster policy, environmental economics, and economics education. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Economics from Florida International University (1996), an M.A. from Georgia State University (1991), and a B.A. from Florida Atlantic University (1978). Vogel’s research focuses on urban and regional economic growth, natural hazards, disaster recovery, and sustainable coastal development. His recent work examines nutrient bioextraction in Long Island Sound, the economic impact of recreational marijuana legalization in New York, and the long-term effects of Hurricane Sandy and the COVID-19 pandemic on regional economies. He frequently applies computable general equilibrium (CGE) models and policy analysis frameworks to assess economic impacts. His publications span from 1998 to 2025, with recent articles emphasizing environmental sustainability, public policy evaluation, and innovative pedagogy. Trends show a strong focus on applied regional economics, disaster resilience, and the economics of education and public programs. Fulbright Fellow (2007) Academy of Economics and Finance Fellow (2019, 2020) Distinguished Fellow, New York State Economics Association (2023) Outstanding Scholarly Publication Award (2014) Visiting Scholars Lecture Series Award, South Korea (2010) Vogel has advised numerous research projects and collaborated extensively with colleagues such as Sheng Li, Nanda Viswanathan, and Worku Bitew. He has led grant-funded studies, including one commissioned by NEIWPCC on nutrient bioextraction. His academic service includes conference presentations, symposia leadership, and editorial contributions. He has also contributed to curriculum development, particularly in mathematics and economics education. He leads research initiatives related to Long Island’s economic development, coastal sustainability, and disaster policy. His work often involves interdisciplinary teams and partnerships with governmental and environmental organizations, especially in the context of Long Island Sound restoration and resilience planning.

• International Trade
• Agricultural Economics
• Economic Modeling
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Dr. Angel Aguiar is a Research Professor at Purdue University's College of Agriculture, Department of Agricultural Economics, and serves as a Principal Research Economist at the Center for Global Trade Analysis (GTAP). His core responsibilities include developing the GTAP Data Base and teaching in the GTAP Short Courses program. His research specializes in international trade, economic modeling, and agricultural policy. Education: Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Purdue University M.S. in Agricultural Economics, University of Idaho Bachelor in Business and Economics, University of Idaho Economics coursework initiation at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador Aguiar's research centers on international trade dynamics, computable general equilibrium (CGE) modeling, and global agricultural economics. His work integrates database construction, policy simulation, and trade flow analysis, with emphasis on GTAP model applications. Key domains include trade liberalization impacts, migration economics, environmental policy assessment, and development economics. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate Aguiar's focus on refining GTAP modeling frameworks (GTAP-RD, GTAP-Migration), analyzing trade policy impacts on agriculture, and evaluating circular economy transitions. His research frequently addresses regional economic assessments (Azerbaijan, Haiti, Mozambique), biofuel impacts, and tariff protection mechanisms using advanced CGE methodologies.

• Macroeconomics
• Monetary Economics
• International Economics
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Dr. Jakub Borowski serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Macroeconomics and Public Sector Economics at Warsaw School of Economics (SGH), based in building S, room 2.26 at Batorego 8, 02-591 Warsaw. His academic profile centers on macroeconomic policy analysis with specific focus on European integration challenges and the Polish economy's dynamics within global frameworks. His research spans Macroeconomics, Monetary Economics, and International Economics, with concentrated expertise in inflation dynamics during crises, business cycle synchronization across European economies, household savings behavior under exogenous shocks, and the complex process of euro adoption for emerging EU members. Methodologically, he integrates computable general equilibrium (CGE) modeling with empirical time-series analysis to examine policy-relevant questions. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals consistent investigation of critical contemporary issues: the interplay between pandemic-driven household savings and inflation, geopolitical conflict impacts on exchange rate autonomy, and convergence challenges within the Eurozone. His work demonstrates particular attention to Poland's economic positioning through rigorous quantitative frameworks. Information regarding Dr. Borowski's graduate student advising, research grants, laboratory affiliations, or scientific awards is not documented in available institutional sources. His professional activities appear centered on independent research and departmental teaching responsibilities within SGH's macroeconomic research ecosystem.

Helen CabaluView profile

Professor

• International Trade Policy
• Energy Economics
• Economic Development
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Professor Helen Cabalu is a leading economist at Curtin University, serving as a Professor in the School of Accounting, Economics and Finance within the Faculty of Business and Law. Her roles include former Head of the School of Economics, Finance and Property (2012–2019) and her current portfolio in the Office of the Provost. She holds degrees from ANU (PhD Econ, MEcon) and the University of the Philippines (BEcon). Her research focuses on international trade policy, energy economics, economic development in Asian economies, and computable general equilibrium (CGE) modeling. Key areas include competition policy in the Asia-Pacific, resource economics, and the impact of macroeconomic policies on economies like the Philippines and Vietnam. She has contributed significantly to energy security studies, including regional cooperation frameworks like ASEAN+3. Her publications span over 30 years, addressing topics such as trade liberalization effects, CO2 emissions analysis, and energy policy impacts. Notable works include Evaluating Indicators of Energy Security in Asia (2018) and analyses of Philippine energy policies (2015). She has advised international bodies like the World Bank, ADB, and UNOPS, particularly in macroeconomic and energy sector reforms. Her consultancies include a 2002 secondment to the Asian Development Bank as Macroeconomist Team Leader, overseeing the Asia Recovery Information Centre. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy solutions, emphasizing sustainable development and regional cooperation.

• Computable General Equilibrium Modeling
• Economic Policy Analysis
• US Economic Modeling
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Professor Maureen Bleazby is a distinguished faculty member at Victoria University's Centre of Policy Studies within the College of Business. She has established herself as a leading expert in computable general equilibrium (CGE) modeling with particular focus on the USAGE model of the US economy and GTAP global trade analysis frameworks. Her work has significant policy impact, with models used by US government agencies including the International Trade Commission and Departments of Commerce, Homeland Security, Agriculture and Transportation. Professor Bleazby's research interests center on economic modeling methodology and policy application . Her work spans several critical economic areas including US economic modeling (USAGE), global trade analysis (GTAP), labor market dynamics, agricultural economics, and financial sector modeling. She has made substantial contributions to understanding the economic impacts of biofuels, immigration policy, terrorism events, and the COVID-19 pandemic through sophisticated CGE frameworks. Her recent publications demonstrate consistent innovation in CGE modeling techniques, with work extending from foundational model development to sophisticated policy applications. Bleazby has pioneered methods for integrating global supply chains into CGE models, developing labor-market disaggregation by detailed occupation, and creating recursive dynamic frameworks that capture complex economic interactions. Professor Bleazby has secured substantial research funding from diverse sources including Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada; US Department of Commerce; US International Trade Commission; MITRE Corporation; US Department of Agriculture; and the National Council of Applied Economic Research in India. Her collaborative work with Peter Dixon represents one of the most productive academic partnerships in economic modeling. Her research has been widely disseminated, with 130 scholarly outputs including journal articles, book chapters, and commissioned research reports. Her work has been picked up by 47 news outlets, referenced in policy sources, and shared across multiple social media platforms, demonstrating the real-world impact of her research.

Paulo Lopes HenriquesView profile

Professor

• Human Resource Management
• Organizational Behavior
• Leadership
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Paulo Lopes Henriques is a Professor at the School of Economics and Management (ISEG) of the University of Lisbon, Portugal, where he specializes in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, and Leadership studies. He has held significant leadership positions including Vice-President of ISEG (2017-2018) and Coordinator of multiple Master's programs in Human Resource Management. His academic credentials include an Aggregation in Management Sciences (2013), a PhD in Management (2006), and a Grande Ecole CGE in Management Sciences (1999), all from ISEG. Aggregation in Management Sciences, Human Resources (2013), ISEG - School of Economics and Management, University of Lisbon PhD in Management (2006), ISEG - School of Economics and Management, University of Lisbon Grande Ecole CGE, Management Sciences (1999), ISEG - School of Economics and Management, University of Lisbon Dr. Henriques' research focuses on the intersection of Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, and Digital Transformation. His scholarly work examines how green HR practices influence organizational sustainability, how digital leadership shapes organizational effectiveness, and how organizational culture affects knowledge sharing and innovation. His research trajectory shows a clear evolution from traditional HRM topics toward the digital and sustainable dimensions of organizational life, with recent publications exploring pathways from green HRM to environmental performance, configurations of leadership profiles for the digital era, and the impact of digital burnout on consumer platform usage. His extensive publication record demonstrates methodological versatility spanning qualitative case studies, quantitative analyses, bibliometric reviews, and configurational approaches. The thematic analysis of his recent articles reveals a strong focus on organizational resilience, sustainable business models, and the human dimensions of digital transformation, with particular attention to how leadership practices mediate between HR systems and organizational outcomes. Vice-President of ISEG (2017-2018) Coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in HR and Social Benefits (2014) Coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in Business Management (2011) Coordinator of two Master's programs at Universidade José Eduardo dos Santos Huambo (2011) Member of the Scientific and Pedagogical Committee of the Master's in Human Resource Management (2007-2011) Dr. Henriques has supervised over 50 Master's students at ISEG, with thesis topics spanning diverse areas of Human Resource Management including leadership, diversity, employee engagement, knowledge sharing, and sustainable HR practices. His teaching portfolio includes courses such as 'HRM Innovation and Analytics,' 'Competências Comportamentais para o Trabalho,' and 'Modelos de Gestão de Competências, Avaliação e Recompensas,' reflecting his comprehensive approach to human capital development in contemporary organizations.

Franziska SchünemannView profile

Professor

• Bioeconomy
• Climate Policy
• Agricultural Economics
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Prof. Franziska Schünemann is Head of the Bioeconomy Department at the Institute of Economics, University of Hohenheim since April 2020. She holds a doctorate in agricultural economics from the University of Hohenheim (2017) and has conducted research at the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and the Kiel Institute for the World Economy. Her research focuses on sustainable bioeconomy transformation, analyzing policy impacts via computable general equilibrium (CGE) models combined with biophysical frameworks. Education: Economics studies at Universities of Mannheim, Bergen, Göttingen, and Groningen, culminating in a PhD on 'Economy-Wide Policy Modeling of the Food-Energy-Water Nexus in Malawi.' Research emphasizes global and developing country policy analysis in energy, climate, and agriculture sectors. She has held roles at Kiel Institute’s Environment and Natural Resources Research Department (2016–2020). Current work integrates economic, societal, and ecological dimensions of policy evaluation, contributing to global commons and climate policy discourse.

Rehab OsmanView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Economics
• Development Economics
• Environmental Economics
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Dr. Rehab Osman is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the Oxford Brookes Business School, serving as Subject Coordinator for Economics Programmes and PAL Coordinator. Her roles involve curriculum development, staff recruitment, and student support across undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. She teaches Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and modules like History of Economic Thought and Economics and Society in Context. Beyond Oxford Brookes, she is a Visiting Research Associate at the University of Oxford’s Environmental Change Institute and an International Advisor for the World Food Programme (WFP), collaborating with institutions like Hohenheim University and Egypt’s CAPMAS. She holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Sussex. Her research focuses on natural resources, ecological economics, climate change, agriculture, and trade policies, with technical expertise in CGE models using GAMS. The unifying theme of her work is sustainable management of natural resources, addressing low carbon emissions, water usage, and environmental development through quantitative frameworks. Notable research includes assessing economic impacts of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, EU-SADC trade agreements, and water quality improvements in Egypt. Her articles analyze global trade vulnerabilities, Nile Basin economics, and water management strategies using CGE models. This work bridges macroeconomic policy with environmental and agricultural challenges, often with implications for African economies. Publications frequently integrate SAM frameworks and satellite accounts to quantify sustainability outcomes. Rehab was nominated for three prestigious teaching awards in 2019: Best Taught Module, Most Inspirational Lecturer, and Best Academic Adviser. She has also contributed to international training initiatives, such as a World Bank-sponsored course on global CGE modeling in Dakar and a WFP-funded project in Egypt. As Principal Investigator, she secured a Joint International Research Partnership Grant for a SAM/CGE project on water quality assessment in Egypt. Her advisory work includes guiding PhD research in Development Economics, Agricultural Economics, and Climate Change. Collaborations span institutions like UNU-CRIS, GTAP, and the European Commission, emphasizing policy-driven research with real-world applications. Rehab is affiliated with key organizations including the Higher Education Academy (HEA), African Growth and Development Policy Modeling Consortium (AGRODEP), and Agricultural Economics Society (AES). She actively reviews for journals like Review of Development Economics and conferences such as the Global Economic Analysis (GTAP) events, demonstrating her commitment to advancing academic rigor and interdisciplinary dialogue.

Joydeep GhoshView profile

Research Fellow

• CGE Modelling
• Climate Policy Analysis
• Carbon Markets
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Dr. Joydeep Ghosh is a Research Fellow at the Energy Studies Institute (ESI), National University of Singapore (NUS), since June 2023. With over 10 years of expertise, he specializes in computable general equilibrium (CGE) modeling to analyze energy, climate, and sustainable development issues. His work includes constructing Social Accounting Matrices (SAMs) with energy and environmental accounts. Dr. Ghosh's research focuses on climate policy-technological progress interplay, economic impacts of pandemics, and carbon pricing mechanisms aligned with the Paris Agreement targets. His research interests span CGE Modelling , Carbon Markets , Techno-Economic Assessments , and Climate Finance . Notably, he examines policy trade-offs between cost implications of climate strategies and agricultural productivity shocks. Recent studies explore India's green energy transition and post-COVID-19 economic scenarios. Articles highlight his contributions to understanding carbon pricing in India, education expenditure's role in inclusive growth, and low-carbon transport in Bhutan. His work integrates economic modeling with environmental policy analysis, emphasizing sustainable development pathways for developing economies. Contact: jghosh@nus.edu.sg , (+65) 6601 6583

Stephanie LevyView profile

Professor

• Poverty Reduction
• Social Protection Systems
• Cash Transfer Programs
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Stephanie Levy is Professor in Practice at LSE's Department of International Development and non-resident Research Fellow at International Food Policy Research Institute. Combines academic position with field research spanning 20+ years across Africa and Asia. Education includes BSc Mathematics, MSc Econometrics (Sorbonne), and PhD Development Economics (Toulouse). Research examines economic impacts of social protection programs, using micro-simulation, CGE models, and RCTs to analyze cash transfers and livelihood programs. Focuses on complementarity between agricultural development and social policies. Fieldwork conducted in 15+ countries informs policy recommendations for governments and international organizations. Publications analyze COVID-19 economic impacts, poverty-growth linkages, and field measurement methodologies. Provides consultancy to UNDP, World Bank, Gates Foundation, and national governments on optimizing social safety nets.

Gemma XuView profile

Lecturer

• Regional Economics
• Industrial Economics
• Digital Economy
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Dr Gemma Xu is a Lecturer in Economics at Swansea University's School of Social Sciences. She holds a PhD from Cardiff University (2018) and previously worked as a Research Fellow/Associate at Sussex and Cardiff Universities. Her research focuses on regional development, digital technologies, semiconductor industry strategies, tourism economics, and the Welsh economy. She leads the ONS-funded 'Measuring the Digital Economy' project and co-investigates the ESRC-funded low-carbon economy project. Her work integrates CGE modelling and input-output analysis. Her research portfolio includes projects like the £1.5m ERDF Superfast Broadband initiative and the £43m CSConnected semiconductor project. Publications appear in Regional Studies , Annals of Tourism Research , and Welsh Economic Review . She teaches econometrics and industrial economics modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Dr Xu specializes in Stata programming and confidential datasets from ONS/HMRC. She is actively engaged in projects exploring digital technologies in manufacturing servitization, Cardiff City Region's entrepreneurial ecosystems, and European semiconductor policy strategies.

• Cultural Anthropology
• Environmental Anthropology
• Arctic Sustainable Development
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David Natcher is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on cultural and economic anthropology, particularly Indigenous subsistence economies, Arctic sustainable development, and human ecology. He holds positions as a University of the Arctic Research Chair in Water, Energy, and Food (WEF) Security in the Arctic, and represents Canada in Arctic Council and international committees. Education: PhD (University of Alberta, 1999), MA (University of Alaska Fairbanks, 1996), BA (Mercyhurst University, 1989). Research emphasizes Indigenous food systems, resource management, and the impacts of extractive industries on Arctic communities. Over 50 peer-reviewed articles and edited volumes address topics like WEF nexus governance, community-based monitoring, and Indigenous economic revitalization. His work bridges anthropological theory with policy-relevant applied research in northern regions. Key contributions include analyzing colonial agricultural policies' legacies, promoting Indigenous food sovereignty, and developing frameworks for Arctic resource governance. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, he advises on policy initiatives related to environmental sustainability and Indigenous rights in Canada and internationally.

• Labor Economics
• Demographic Change
• CGE Modeling
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Manuel Buchmann is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration (WWZ) at the University of Basel, Switzerland, where he is also a PhD student. His office is located at Peter Merian-Weg 6, 4002 Basel. Current Position: Lecturer and PhD Student, University of Basel Education: MSc in Business and Economics (2012–2014), BSc in Business and Economics (2008–2011), both from the University of Basel; Swiss Program for Beginning Doctoral Students in Economics (2017) Manuel Buchmann's research focuses on labor economics, particularly demographic change and its impact on labor markets, computable general equilibrium (CGE) modeling, the supply and demand of skilled labor, and applied econometrics. His work aims to understand future labor market challenges in Switzerland, especially in the context of an aging population and evolving skill requirements. His recent publications and work in progress analyze long-term labor needs in Switzerland up to 2060 and the role of expectations in job search behavior. These studies employ rigorous econometric and modeling techniques to inform policy and economic planning. Manuel Buchmann has been actively involved in teaching, supervising Bachelor theses in Labor Economics in 2017 and 2018, demonstrating his commitment to student mentorship and academic development.