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Rizwan Ahmed is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance at the University of Kent 's Kent Business School . He serves as Director of Studies for the Department for Accounting and Finance, with prior experience as an Assistant Professor at institutions like the University of Birmingham, Cardiff Business School, and Birkbeck University of London. His research focuses on Sustainable Finance , FinTech , and Corporate Governance , with funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) for collaborative projects. Fellowship of Higher Education Academy (HEA-UK) Associate Fellow Member, Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (CISI-UK) His publications in journals like Energy Economics and International Journal of Finance and Economics examine intersections between climate risk, financial markets, and regulatory frameworks. He supervises PhD research in areas including Sustainable Finance, Climate Finance, and Corporate Governance in the financial sector. Research Trends Recent articles analyze climate change impacts , energy market spillovers , and ESG performance under sanctions, utilizing empirical methods and data from the UK, China, and emerging economies. Methodological innovations include cross-quantilogram analysis and portfolio optimization frameworks. Scientific Awards Fellowship of Higher Education Academy (HEA-UK) Associate Fellow Member, Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (CISI-UK) Rizwan also acts as a peer reviewer for journals including International Review of Financial Analysis and Technological Forecasting & Social Change .

• Sustainable Finance
• Green Finance
• FinTech
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Peter Seele is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Communication, Culture and Society at Università della Svizzera italiana (USI). He is affiliated with the Center for Climate Finance and Sustainability (CCFS), Ethics and Communication Law Center (ECLC), and the Luxury Observatory Lugano (LOLugano). His research focuses on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Business Ethics, Digital Ethics, Greenwashing, and Machinewashing. Dr. Seele holds dual PhDs in Economics (University of Witten/Herdecke, Germany) and Philosophy (University of Düsseldorf, Germany). He previously served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Basel and conducted post-doctoral research at the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (KWI) in Essen. His educational background includes studies at the University of Oldenburg and Delhi School of Economics, followed by two years as a business consultant in Frankfurt. His research explores ethical challenges in digitalization, sustainability, and technology. Notable themes include AI ethics governance, ethicswashing in corporate communication, and the interplay between blockchain and business ethics. Recent work addresses greenwashing trends, the ethical implications of algorithmic systems, and sustainable practices in luxury industries. Publications highlight critical analyses of digital ethics frameworks, sustainability backlashes, and the societal impact of emerging technologies. His interdisciplinary approach bridges philosophy, business studies, and environmental science, with a focus on practical solutions for ethical dilemmas in modern organizations. Peter Seele collaborates across academic and industrial sectors, emphasizing real-world applications of ethical theories. He advises on CSR strategies, digital transparency, and regulatory frameworks for sustainable business practices.

• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Business Ethics
• Digital Ethics
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Ana Marques is a Visiting Professor at Norwich Business School (University of East Anglia), specializing in accounting and quantitative methods. She previously served as head of research at the Nova School of Business and Economics in Lisbon and held visiting roles at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. Her academic background includes a PhD in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master's in Management from Instituto Superior de Gestão (Portugal), and a 5-year Licenciatura in Management from the same institution. Her research focuses on non-GAAP earnings disclosures, corporate governance, ESG/CSR, and voluntary disclosures. Key funding includes a €80,000 Marie Curie grant and over €120,000 from Portugal's Foundation for Science and Technology. She has published in top journals like Review of Accounting Studies and European Accounting Review . Marques holds editorial roles at European Accounting Review and Accounting in Europe , and serves as Editor-in-Chief of the EAA's Accounting Research Center. She has organized major conferences like JIAR 2023 and the Lisbon Accounting Conference, and contributes to professional bodies such as the American Accounting Association (AAA) and European Accounting Association (EAA). Her work addresses disclosure strategies, sustainability assurance, and regulatory impacts, with recent focus on gender diversity policies and ESG-investment linkages. Research outputs emphasize global accounting practices and regulatory effectiveness across diverse sectors.

• Accounting
• Corporate Governance
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)/ESG
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Chuqing Dong serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations at Michigan State University's College of Communication Arts and Sciences, where her research centers on corporate social responsibility (CSR), ESG communications, government relations, and AI-driven public relations practices through interdisciplinary frameworks. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. from the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota, complemented by dual master's degrees in Public Policy (M.P.P.) and Professional Strategic Communication. Research priorities encompass: CSR/ESG communication effectiveness in digital environments Strategic nonprofit-corporate alliances and societal impacts Ethical frameworks for caring public relations Government communication in the AI era Her 30+ publications reveal evolving trends toward AI ethics in PR, cross-cultural CSR analysis, and crisis communication during pandemics, prominently featured in Public Relations Review and Journal of Business Ethics. Recognition includes top paper awards from major associations: International Communication Association (ICA) Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) National Communication Association (NCA) International Public Relations Research Conference (IPRRC) She mentors students in CSR/ESG communication and ethical consumerism while directing research funded by the C.R. Anderson Foundation, SSHRC, and Arthur W. Page Center examining oil industry dialogic communication, employee CSR engagement, and DEI ethics training.

• Corporate Social Responsibility
• ESG
• Government Communication
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Lily Chen is an Associate Professor at the Research School of Accounting within the ANU College of Business and Economics. She previously held positions at the University of Auckland Business School where she earned her PhD in Accounting (2013). Her research focuses on financial reporting, corporate governance, CSR, machine learning applications in accounting, and integrated reporting frameworks. Her work has been published in top journals like The Accounting Review and widely cited by regulatory bodies. Education: PhD in Accounting from the University of Auckland (2013). Professional Affiliations: Board member of Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand, editor for Pacific Accounting Review, and editorial board member for Accounting and Finance and Meditari Accountancy Research. Research Interests: Combines traditional accounting topics with emerging technologies, particularly exploring machine learning applications in financial disclosure analysis. Her studies on institutional investor behavior and CSR governance have received significant industry attention. Awards: Multiple accolades including Research Excellence Awards from University of Auckland (2013), Teaching Excellence Awards, and Best Paper recognitions. Supervised 5 PhD, 8 Masters, and 8 Honours students. Teaching: Leads financial accounting courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Active in curriculum development and postgraduate program administration.

• Financial Reporting and Disclosure
• Corporate Governance
• Corporate Social Responsibility
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Professor Hisham Farag is a distinguished academic at the University of Birmingham , where he serves as Professor of Finance and Director of Research at the Birmingham Business School . He is also the Founding Director of the Sustainable Financial Innovation Research Centre (SFIC) , underscoring his leadership in advancing research in sustainable finance and financial innovation. His work is deeply embedded in the Department of Finance , where he contributes to both research and academic leadership. His primary research interests span a wide and impactful range of topics in modern finance, including FinTech , corporate governance , board structure and diversity , corporate social responsibility (CSR) , behavioural finance , sustainable finance , ESG , and green finance . His research investigates how governance mechanisms, board composition, and financial innovations influence firm performance, risk, and ethical outcomes, particularly in both developed and emerging markets. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on global corporate governance, alternative finance, and the social dimensions of finance. Key themes include the role of board diversity in bank stability, the impact of FinTech on entrepreneurship, and the integration of CSR in Islamic and Chinese financial institutions. His work frequently appears in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Corporate Finance , British Journal of Management , and European Journal of Finance . Professor Farag has received significant research funding from notable institutions including the Bank of England , Innovate UK (Energy Systems Catapult) , and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) . His research projects have addressed critical issues such as board effectiveness, risk in financial institutions, and investment decisions in hedge funds. He is actively involved in the academic community, serving as Associate Editor for several prestigious journals: European Journal of Finance , Research in International Business and Finance , Business Ethics European Review , and African Accounting and Finance Association . He has also co-authored a research monograph titled Balancing the Board: Directors’ Skills and Diversity , funded by ICAS. Among his accolades, he received the Best Paper Award at the Global Finance Conference in California, USA. His scholarly output includes numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and professional reports, reflecting a sustained and influential contribution to the field of finance.

• FinTech
• Corporate Governance
• Board Structure
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Professor Raghavendra Rau is the Sir Evelyn de Rothschild Professor of Finance at Cambridge Judge Business School, University of Cambridge. He is the Founder and Academic Director of the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) and serves on editorial boards of journals like the Journal of Corporate Finance and Journal of Banking and Finance. He will be President of the Financial Management Association in 2025 and has held visiting roles at Gresham College, Universiti Malaya, and University of Jordan. Education: MBA (IIM Bangalore), MSc, PhD (INSEAD) Previous Roles: Principal at Barclays Global Investors, Ambank Chair, Gresham Professorship His research focuses on how investors and firms process information, with key areas including corporate governance, behavioral finance, fintech, digital finance, CEO decision-making, and ESG. He explores links between prenatal environmental exposure and executive risk-taking, gender diversity in finance, and regulatory impacts on crowdfunding and digital lending. Recent publications analyze serial acquirers' behavior, CSR impacts on firm value, superstitious fund managers, and digital financing regulations. His work bridges behavioral biases, environmental factors, and financial innovation. Awards include the 2015 Ig Nobel Prize in Management.

• Corporate Finance
• Behavioral Finance
• Information Economics
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Dr. June Cao is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton . Her research focuses on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Accounting , Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) , and Sustainability Reporting , with a particular emphasis on Greenwashing , Carbon Emission Trading , and Accounting Education . Key research areas include ESG, CSR, and sustainability frameworks. Prominent publications analyze environmental regulation, green revenues, and digital transformation in sustainability. Her recent work explores greenwashing behaviors, peer benchmarking, and labor investment dynamics. Scientific Awards : None explicitly mentioned in the data. Notable collaborations include co-authoring papers with scholars from Curtin University , Satya Wacana Christian University , and Xiamen University . Her contributions to Systematic Literature Reviews and Bibliometric Analysis highlight her methodological expertise.

• Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Accounting
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Sustainability Reporting
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Stéphanie GIAMPORCARO is a Professor of Sustainable Finance at KEDGE Business School, specializing in the sociology of financial markets, organizational theories, and democratic deliberation. Her research focuses on sustainable finance and financial innovations to understand their functioning and societal impacts. Her research interests include: Sustainable finance (SRI, ESG) Impact investing Responsible fintech Sustainable corporate governance/CSR Social construction of markets Democratic deliberation in finance Financial market sociology Professor GIAMPORCARO has published extensively in leading academic journals including Business Ethics Quarterly, Human Relations, Organization Studies, and Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal. Her recent work explores blockchain applications for sustainable investment, complementary currencies in informal economies, CEO compensation structures, environmental disclosure practices, and ESG materiality across global markets. Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on sustainable finance mechanisms and their societal implications, with particular attention to emerging economies and innovative financial instruments. Her scientific contributions include serving as principal investigator for the Reynolds and Gifford Research Fellowship of the Principles for Responsible Investment Association with the project "Re-imaginining Responsible Investment Futures: Deliberative pathways towards collective action." She is also an associate section editor for the Journal of Business Ethics and serves on the editorial boards of Human Relations and Organization Studies. Professor GIAMPORCARO has supervised over 50 theses for Masters, MBAs and PhD students across diverse sustainable finance topics. She actively disseminates her research through platforms like The Conversation, bridging academic insights with public discourse on finance and sustainability.

• sustainable finance
• financial innovations
• sociology of financial markets
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Alfons Oude Lansink is a Professor and Chairholder in Business Economics at Wageningen University, Netherlands. He holds adjunct professorships at Universitas Padjadjaran (Indonesia) and the University of Florida (USA), and serves on the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture's CDM committee and Rabobank's scientific advisory board. His academic career spans roles as director of Wageningen School of Social Sciences (WASS) and Secretary-General of the European Association of Agricultural Economists. Education: MSc and PhD in Agricultural Economics from Wageningen University Leadership: Head of Business Economics group since 2003 His research focuses on dynamic technical and economic efficiency , sustainable performance of food supply chains , and economics of plant health . Recent work examines climate adaptation strategies, circular economy applications, and cross-border agri-food innovation dynamics using advanced econometric models. Key projects include MINDSTEP (modeling farm decisions), Closing the Loop (insect-based agriculture), and Food Pro-tec-ts (transboundary food technologies). Publications address topics like: Technical efficiency in dairy and arable farming Economic impacts of climate change on agriculture Corporate social responsibility in food manufacturing Policy evaluation for biogas and organic farming He serves as: Secretary/Treasurer of agricultural economics journal foundation Advisor to Universitas Padjadjaran (Indonesia) on policy and PhD supervision Editorial board member of Agronomy Journal and European Review of Agricultural Economics

• Dynamic Technical and Economic Efficiency
• Productivity Analysis
• Sustainable Food Supply Chains
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Femi Amao is a Professor of Company Law & Sustainability at University College Cork (UCC), Ireland. He previously held academic roles including Reader in Law at Sussex Law School (2019-2023) and Senior Lecturer at Brunel University (2015-2019). His research focuses on law's role in regulating emerging social phenomena, particularly in the areas of corporate sustainability, business & human rights, and African Union Law. He holds a Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and won the University of Sussex Teaching Award in 2021. Education: PhD and PG Cert, University College Cork (2009) LLM, University of Warwick (2005) LLM, University of Ibadan (2003) LLB, Obafemi Awolowo University (1997) BA, University of Ilorin (1991) His research explores corporate governance, ESG frameworks, and legal mechanisms to address multinational corporations' impact in developing countries. Notable publications include African Union Law: The Emergence of a Sui Generis Legal Order (2018) and co-editing The Emergent African Union Law (2021). His articles frequently analyze comparative legal systems, corporate accountability, and human rights obligations. Research Grants: Lead Investigator for the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)-funded African Union Law Research Project (2017-2020) Awards: Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (UK) University of Sussex Teaching Award: Transformative Technology (2021) His work bridges legal theory and practice, addressing contemporary challenges in corporate law, sustainability, and African regional legal frameworks.

• Company Law and Sustainability
• ESG
• Business & Human Rights
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Professor Jill Atkins is a Professor of Accounting at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University, with a distinguished career spanning accounting and finance. She also serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa. As a leading academic in sustainable accounting, she has published over 50 journal articles and several influential books, establishing herself as a thought leader in the field of extinction accounting and biodiversity finance. Professor Atkins holds a BA Hons (First Class) in European Economics with a Licence ès Sciences Economiques from the University of Nantes, an MSc in Corporate and International Finance from the University of Durham, and a PhD in Finance from the University of Manchester. She is Series Editor for the de Gruyter Studies in Corporate Governance and has authored the leading international textbook "Corporate Governance and Accountability," now in its 5th edition. Professor Atkins' research focuses on three interconnected areas that have significantly contributed to sustainability accounting literature. Her work on private social and environmental reporting (SER) has evolved into "private integrated reporting," where institutional investor engagement processes increasingly integrate social, environmental, and financial issues. She has pioneered the development of "extinction accounting," creating a framework that has inspired extensive international academic research and influenced investment institutions' pollinator engagement strategies. Her third major contribution involves exploring the historical roots of environmental and ecological accounting, connecting accounting history with sustainability research across various historical periods from Victorian water pollution accounting to 18th century nature diaries. Analysis of Professor Atkins' recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly specialized and urgent environmental accounting. Her work has evolved from general sustainability reporting to highly focused extinction accounting frameworks, with growing attention to historical precedents and cross-cultural applications. The publications demonstrate a sophisticated integration of critical accounting theory with practical applications in biodiversity conservation, showing how accounting mechanisms can serve as tools for species protection and environmental preservation. Her research increasingly incorporates interdisciplinary perspectives, drawing from ecology, history, art, and philosophy to develop comprehensive approaches to extinction governance. Professor Atkins has received significant recognition within the ESG investment industry and governance circles as a thought leader, regularly invited to give keynotes at international practitioner and academic events. She has led influential projects including a Nuffield Foundation-funded study on private SER and has developed innovative frameworks such as the extinction governance model that brings together accounting practices with governance mechanisms aimed at preventing species extinctions. Professor Atkins supervises doctoral candidates in extinction accounting, extinction governance, ESG investment, accounting for biodiversity, and corporate governance (qualitative research). She has established collaborative networks with leading practitioners in responsible investment, sustainability ratings, financial analysis, and reporting framework providers, including the Capitals Coalition, Moody's, Vigeo Eiris, AXA, and the WWF.

• Sustainable Accounting
• Extinction Accounting
• Extinction Governance
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Prof. Michael HALLING is a Full Professor in Sustainable Finance at the University of Luxembourg's Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance, Department of Finance. His work focuses on sustainable finance, corporate finance dynamics, climate risk assessment, and financial regulation. He holds the prestigious Chair in Sustainable Finance and has published extensively on topics like MiFID II compliance, mutual fund fee structures, and post-pandemic market recovery. Contact: michael.halling@uni.lu Research Interests : Prof. HALLING’s research bridges theoretical finance with practical applications, emphasizing sustainable investment practices, corporate debt management, and regulatory frameworks. Key themes include: Climate risk modeling using public news sentiment analysis Impact of behavioral preferences on corporate investment decisions Automated compliance systems for financial institutions Market dynamics during crises (e.g., pandemic effects on capital access) Recent Publications Trends : Recent works analyze MiFID II regulatory impacts (2024), stochastic modeling of corporate investment (2023), and firm-specific climate risk quantification. His 2020 studies explored pandemic-driven shifts in corporate financing strategies. Awards : No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Grants & Advising : No student advisees or grant details provided in available data. Labs/Teams : No specific research group affiliations listed.

• Sustainable Finance
• Corporate Finance
• Climate Risk Assessment
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Henri Servaes is a Professor of Finance at London Business School , holding the Richard Brealey Professorship of Corporate Governance. His research focuses on corporate finance, governance, corporate social responsibility, and mutual funds, with publications in top-tier journals like the Journal of Finance and Review of Financial Studies. BSc and BBA from European University MSIA and PhD from Purdue University His work explores the financial implications of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility), including how social capital and trust affect corporate performance and debt markets. He has contributed to understanding performance fees in mutual funds, credit ratings in acquisitions, and the role of public relations in M&A strategies. Henri’s research highlights include ESG’s influence on consumer behavior (2024), the bond market benefits of ESG performance (2023), and the long-term impact of CSR during the 2008 financial crisis. He has received prestigious awards, including the Journal of Financial Economics All Star Paper and Journal of Finance Distinguished Paper Brattle Prize. Scientific Awards Journal of Financial Economics All Star Paper Journal of Finance Distinguished Paper Brattle Prize He has taught corporate finance and mergers & acquisitions at London Business School and previously held faculty roles at the University of Chicago, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Duke University, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His work has been presented at over 100 universities and major finance conferences globally.

• Corporate Finance
• Corporate Governance
• Corporate Social Responsibility
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Professor Georgios Sermpinis is a faculty member in Accounting & Finance at the Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow. He joined the institution in 2011, bringing expertise in machine learning, financial trading, forecasting, econometrics, and financial risk management. Degrees from National Kapodistrian University of Athens and Liverpool John Moores University Former roles at University of Bedfordshire and Liverpool John Moores University Consultancy for major banks including Goldman Sachs and BNP Paribas Research Interests: Focus on machine learning applications in finance, including portfolio optimization, cryptocurrency markets, and risk modeling. His work integrates AI with traditional financial theories, emphasizing sustainability and behavioral aspects. Scientific Awards: Acanto Research Grant (2017) Santander & University of Oviedo Grant (2017) Mobility Grant, Universidad de La Laguna (2017) University of Oviedo Grant (2014) Early Career Research Grant, University of Bedfordshire (2010) Students: Supervised PhD candidates include Feng Xin and Sun Longguang, focusing on ESG investment and financial markets. Editorial Roles: Senior Editor of Decision Support Systems, Associate Editor of Information Systems and Operational Research, and Guest Editor for journals like Quantitative Finance.

• Machine Learning
• Financial Trading
• Forecasting
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