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Leon Yang ZhuView profile

Professor

• Policy and Mechanism Design
• Game Theory
• Applied Optimization
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Leon Yang Zhu is a Professor of Operations Management at the Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB). Previously, he held a tenured full professor position at the Data Sciences and Operations Department of the Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California. His academic career spans prestigious institutions including UC Berkeley, where he served as a Postdoc and lecturer. Dr. Zhu's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering and an M.A. in Economics from the University of Florida, along with a Bachelor's degree from Shanghai Jiaotong University. His research focuses on Policy and Mechanism Design, Game Theory, and Applied Optimization with significant applications in operations management, e-commerce, and supply chain systems. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical business applications, particularly in marketplace design, pricing strategies, and operational decision-making under uncertainty. Zhu's research demonstrates a consistent pattern of addressing complex operational challenges through rigorous mathematical modeling and empirical validation, with a growing emphasis on the intersection of traditional operations management and digital platform economics. Professor Zhu has established an impressive publication record in top-tier academic journals including the American Economic Review , Management Science , Operations Research , and Journal of Economic Theory . His research output shows a clear trajectory from foundational theoretical work to increasingly applied research with direct business relevance, particularly in e-commerce and digital platform operations. He serves in editorial capacities for several leading journals including Operations Research , Manufacturing and Service Operations Management , and Production and Operations Management . While specific details about his advising activities aren't provided, his extensive publication record and editorial roles suggest significant mentorship of junior researchers. His research collaborations with major Chinese technology companies like Alibaba demonstrate practical impact beyond academia.

• Sustainable Tourism
• Hospitality Management
• Tourism Policy
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Martin Barth serves as a Lecturer at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU) within the School of Business, specifically at the Institute for Tourism and Mobility (ITM). He has held this position since 2003 while simultaneously leading the Interdisciplinary Focus Area 'Tourism and Sustainable Development' and serving as CEO of the World Tourism Forum Lucerne. His professional footprint spans academia, industry leadership, and practical project management in tourism innovation. His educational foundation includes: Business administration and law at the University of St. Gallen (1984-1990), graduating with lic. iur HSG Legal training in St. Gallen (1991-1993), qualifying as a lawyer Barth's research centers on sustainable tourism systems, with particular emphasis on sustainability labeling mechanisms, overtourism mitigation, and destination resilience under pressure. His work integrates practical business simulation design with academic rigor, addressing critical industry challenges through projects like 'Measuring overtourism' and 'Hotel as Hub' initiatives. He bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications in hospitality sustainability and destination management. Analysis of his publication record reveals a dominant focus on sustainability certification frameworks (2011-2017), evolving into destination-level crisis management (2017-2020) and generational workforce dynamics (2015). His research consistently targets actionable solutions for tourism pressure points, with increasing attention to post-pandemic recovery ('Auswirkungen Lockdown auf Tourismus', 2020) and guest-centric service innovation. Barth directs significant project portfolios including Swiss Tourism Sustainability Charter evaluations, urban development simulations, and hotel investment analyses for properties like Hotel Honegg. His leadership extends to developing business games and simulations that model complex tourism scenarios, while his CEO role at the World Tourism Forum Lucerne facilitates global industry-academia collaboration. He currently heads the Interdisciplinary Focus Area 'Tourism and Sustainable Development' at HSLU, fostering cross-departmental research on sustainable destination management. This initiative collaborates with industry partners through the World Tourism Forum to translate academic insights into practical destination strategies, particularly addressing overtourism challenges and sustainable certification systems.

Jason M. MatyusView profile

Assistant Professor

• Behavioral Management
• Consumer Behavior
• Strategic Management
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Jason M. Matyus is an Assistant Professor of Economics and Business in the Department of Economics and Business at Hampden-Sydney College, based in Morton Hall, Room 218. He can be reached at (434) 223-6466 or jmatyus@hsc.edu. His academic credentials include: B.S. from California University of Pennsylvania (1997) M.B.A. from Waynesburg University (2011) D.B.A. from Walden University (2015) Dr. Matyus specializes in Behavioral Management and Consumer Behavior , with research examining psychological factors in retail decision-making, organizational dynamics, and supply chain systems. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical business applications, particularly in consumer preference modeling and retail profitability. His 2023-2025 publications reveal a cohesive research trajectory centered on behavioral economics in commercial contexts, with significant contributions to understanding consumer shopping patterns, organizational leadership, and certified supply chain methodologies across academic journals and industry publications. His accolades include: Hampden-Sydney College Student/Faculty Summer Research Proposal (May 2023) for Determinants to Consumer’s Shopping Preference Citrone Economic Research Grant (2023) supporting student collaboration initiatives Dr. Matyus actively mentors students through research grants and serves on the Hampden-Sydney College Admissions and Financial Aid Committee (2023). His external leadership roles include Board Member of the Farmville Industrial Development Authority and Executive Director for Training at AAPSCM, demonstrating commitment to both academic and regional economic development.

Aaron RobertsonView profile

Lecturer

• New Build Housing
• Construction Supply Chains
• Project Management
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Aaron Robertson is a Lecturer in Supply Chains, Logistics and Project Management at Salford Business School, University of Salford. With a background in motorsport/automotive engineering, he has led multi-million-pound global projects focused on post-Brexit/Covid-19 supply chain resilience. He currently leads the HIVEE (Housebuilding Innovation, Value, and Excellence Ecosystem) research cluster, collaborating with local government and university departments to improve housing supply chain systems. His research examines strategic management in new build housing supply chains, with emphasis on: Construction industry procurement optimization Systems integration for housing quality/volume Circular economy applications in supply chains AI-driven negotiation frameworks Policy development for sustainable housing Recent conference presentations (2024-2025) demonstrate concentrated focus on procurement innovation within construction/housebuilding sectors, featuring systematic literature reviews and case studies on topics including AI negotiation, circular purchasing paradigms, and skills gaps in senior management. Teaching responsibilities include module leadership for: Managing Project Deployment & Delivery Digital Project Environment: Tools & Techniques Planning & Control Systems Project Management

• Facilities Planning and Design
• Supply Chain Management
• Production Planning and Control
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Dr. Uday Venkatadri is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Industrial Engineering at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He has been teaching at Dalhousie University since July 2001, progressing from Assistant Professor (2001-2006) to Associate Professor (2006-2019) and finally to Professor (2019-present). His extensive experience includes prior roles as a Lead Architect for supply chain planning products at Baan and as a Research Associate at Université Laval in Québec City. Dr. Venkatadri's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University M.S. in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University His research focuses on addressing design, planning, and control issues in production and distribution systems in the era of Industry 5.0 and Hyperconnected Logistics. He employs Mixed Integer Linear Programming as the cornerstone of his methodological approach, while incorporating trends in big data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. Dr. Venkatadri's work spans several critical areas including facilities planning and design, supply chain management, production planning and control, and sustainable manufacturing systems. He has developed frameworks for perishable food supply chains, healthcare logistics during pandemics, offshore wind energy maintenance, and cellular manufacturing systems. Dr. Venkatadri's recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on sustainable and resilient supply chains, maintenance optimization, and the application of advanced analytics to logistics problems. His work addresses contemporary challenges such as pandemic response in healthcare supply chains, optimization of renewable energy systems, and management of perishable goods in food supply chains. He frequently collaborates with researchers across disciplines, particularly with Claver Diallo, Abdelhakim Khatab, and other colleagues in the field of industrial engineering. Dr. Venkatadri has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career: 2021: Teaching award by the Logistics and Supply Chain Division of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers 2016: Best Teacher of the Year award, Department of Industrial Engineering, Dalhousie University 2004: Best Teacher of the Year award, Department of Industrial Engineering, Dalhousie University 1991-1993: Summer David Ross Fellowship from Purdue University for excellence in teaching 1987-1990: David Ross Fellowship from Purdue University for Ph.D. work 1988: Institute of Industrial Engineer's General Motors First Place Master's thesis award Dr. Venkatadri has advised numerous graduate students, with many co-authoring publications with him. His research has been supported by various grants focusing on supply chain optimization, maintenance systems, and sustainable manufacturing. He is actively involved in the academic community as a Senior Member of IIE (Institute of Industrial Engineers), a Member of Engineers Nova Scotia, and a Member of the Canadian Operational Research Society (CORS). His teaching portfolio includes undergraduate and graduate courses in computational methods, operations research, supply chain management, facilities design, and quality control.

Maria Calahorra-JimenezView profile

Assistant Professor

• Construction Engineering and Management
• Infrastructure Procurement
• Highway and Road Management
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Dr. Maria Calahorra-Jimenez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Construction Management at California State University, Fresno, within the Lyles College of Engineering. She holds dual Ph.D. degrees in Civil Engineering (University of Colorado Boulder) and Engineering Science (Pontifical Catholic University of Chile), complemented by 14 years of industry experience managing $2B+ infrastructure projects across Spain and Chile. Research Focus: Her work centers on optimizing construction performance through innovative procurement strategies, sustainability integration, and data-driven decision-making in public infrastructure. Key areas include highway project delivery, gender equity in transportation, and alternative contracting methods like Design-Build. She actively explores how non-cost criteria influence project outcomes and advocates for inclusive industry practices. Grant Leadership: Co-PI: Alternative Project Delivery Methods in California Transportation Agencies (SB1-funded, 2024-2025) PI: Building Information Modelling for Infrastructure (Caltrans, 2024) PI: Women in Civil Engineering: Attraction/Retention Factors (Dean’s Grant, 2023-2024) PI: Performance-Based Contracts for Road Maintenance (Fresno State, 2023) Student Advising: Mentors graduate/undergraduate researchers including Ahmad Orya F (infrastructure delays) and Frances Yu (gender studies in engineering).

Pierre HarocheView profile

Associate Professor

• European Security
• Defense Policy
• Geoeconomics
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Pierre Haroche serves as Associate Professor of European and International Politics at ESPOL (School of Political Studies of Lille), Catholic University of Lille, and holds a concurrent position as Defense Research Associate at the Jacques Delors Institute. Previously, he held research and academic roles at Queen Mary University of London, the French Ministry of the Armed Forces' Institute for Strategic Research (IRSEM), and King's College London. His research centers on European security architecture, defense policy evolution, and geoeconomic statecraft within EU integration frameworks. Haroche examines how global power competition—particularly the Russo-Ukrainian war—drives European strategic autonomy, defense industrial cooperation, and the transformation of EU institutions into geopolitical actors. His methodology blends neorealist theory with empirical analysis of supranational policy development. Analysis of his 2022-2024 publications reveals intensifying focus on operationalizing EU defense capabilities, drone-based security infrastructure, geoeconomic coercion mechanisms, and Ukraine's integration pathway. His work consistently bridges academic rigor with policy relevance, evidenced by frequent contributions to major European media outlets including Le Monde and EUobserver. Haroche contributes to ESPOL-Lab, the research arm of ESPOL, where he investigates EU defense policy transformation and geoeconomic competition dynamics through collaborative projects with European think tanks and governmental bodies.

Christina PrellView profile

Associate Professor

• Social Network Analysis
• Climate Change Impacts
• Environmental Governance
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Christina Prell is an Associate Professor in Networks, Sustainability, and Human Dimensions of Environmental Change at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Spatial Sciences. She holds a PhD in Communication and Rhetoric from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Her research focuses on multi-scale social networks' role in climate change impacts and environmental governance, including stakeholder networks, policy discourse analysis, and socio-ecological systems. Prell has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Nature Sustainability , Social Networks , and Global Environmental Change . She leads the i-CONN Marie-Curie ITN (2019-2024) and co-leads the EU-China PANTHEON project (2024-2028), addressing decarbonization pathways. She co-founded the 'Networks & Sustainability' research group at the Rudolf Agricola School. Teaching spans social science philosophy, network analysis, and environmental governance at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Awards include the Fulbright-Austrian Scholarship (2019) and ESRC Early Career Grant (2008-2010). Her funded projects include the Integrated Coastal Resiliency Assessment (ICRA) in Maryland (2016-2018) and the 'Linking Local Consumption to Global Environmental Impacts' study (2014-2015). Research highlights include quantifying ecological inequalities from EU consumption, analyzing corruption in public procurement, and modeling global spillover effects of climate policies.

Emilia Ravn BoessView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Strategic Environmental Assessment
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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Emilia Ravn Boess is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Sustainability and Planning within The Technical Faculty of IT and Design at Aalborg University. She is affiliated with The Danish Centre for Environmental Assessment and holds an ORCID identifier. Her research focuses on enhancing biodiversity through transformative strategies in spatial planning, integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into environmental assessment practices, and exploring digitalization in environmental governance. She has led or contributed to projects such as BioValue , Sea and Shore Marine Research , and DREAMS: Digitally supported Environmental Assessment for Sustainable Development Goals . Her educational background is not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but her professional trajectory indicates a strong academic foundation in environmental planning and policy. Research interests include strategic environmental assessments (SEAs), environmental impact assessments (EIAs), biodiversity integration, and systems thinking approaches to dynamic impact analysis. Recent publications emphasize benchmarking biodiversity integration across multiple countries, developing tiering typologies for environmental assessments, and applying LEGO® Serious Play® for public engagement in sustainability initiatives. Her work frequently intersects with spatial planning, policy implementation, and SDG localization. Dr. Boess has received the Best Paper of 2021 in IAPA Journal (2022) for her contributions to environmental assessment research. She actively participates in peer review for journals like Environmental Impact Assessment Review and organizes workshops on topics such as SDGs in environmental practice. She also collaborates with international teams to advance environmental policy frameworks and co-creation methodologies.

Benjamin Mosses SakitaView profile

Lecturer

• Supply Chain Management
• Digital Transformation
• Business Management
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Benjamin Mosses Sakita serves as a Lecturer at Molde University College's Faculty of Logistics, specializing in supply chain management and digital transformation within maritime industries. His doctoral research examines digital adoption by ports, shipping lines, and freight forwarders to enhance efficiency, security, and sustainability. His academic background includes: Doctoral Research Fellow at Molde University College (2020–present) MSc in Logistics from Molde University College (2013–2015) Bachelor of Commerce from University of Dar es Salaam (2007–2011) Dr. Sakita's research centers on Supply Chain Management and Digital Transformation , with particular focus on maritime logistics in emerging economies. His work applies theoretical frameworks like principal-agent theory to analyze digital adoption barriers and enablers, emphasizing sustainable solutions through technologies like blockchain. His publication trajectory reveals evolving expertise from tourism supply chain opportunism (2016) to contemporary maritime digitalization challenges. Recent works demonstrate increasing specialization in port digital transformation, with significant contributions to understanding institutional dynamics in emerging economies and blockchain applications in green logistics. As an active educator, he taught Master's courses including Cost Management in Supply Chain Management (2021–2023) and foundational Bachelor's courses in Business Statistics and Information Systems (2015–2020). Dr. Sakita contributes to the university's Supply Chain Management research group, advancing collaborative work in logistics innovation and digital supply chain solutions.

• Applied Microeconomic Theory
• Industrial Organization
• Transport Economics
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Alberto Iozzi is a Full Professor at the Department of Economics and Finance, University of Rome Tor Vergata. He serves as Director of the Department and teaches courses such as Industrial Organization and Regulation of Public Services. His research focuses on applied microeconomics, industrial organization, transport economics, and public policy, with a particular emphasis on procurement mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and market structure analysis. He actively contributes to international academic networks through the Centre of Economics and International Studies and collaborates with over 120 universities globally. His work addresses critical issues like congestion externalities in autonomous vehicle systems, pricing strategies in platform economies, and the regulatory challenges in transport and public services. Iozzi holds a prominent role in shaping policy recommendations for sustainable infrastructure and competitive markets. His research spans over three decades, with key contributions in price cap regulation, public procurement design, and environmental policy analysis. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, including studies on airport pricing, polyethylene waste trade, and motorway industry reforms. Iozzi’s academic output reflects a deep engagement with both theoretical economics and practical policy implementation.

• Nonprofit Management
• Accountability in Nonprofits
• Social Enterprises
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Dr. Craig Furneaux is an Associate Professor in the School of Accountancy at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), leading the Australian Centre for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies. His expertise spans accountability, capacity-building, and organizational change in nonprofits, social enterprises, and faith-based charities. He has a Ph.D. from QUT, alongside qualifications in Sociology and Education. He has held editorial roles, including Associate Editor for the Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly (2019), and delivered keynote addresses on philanthropy and accountability. His research focuses on nonprofit governance, beneficiary participation, and the intersection of philanthropy with civil society. Recent work examines digital transformation in nonprofit accountability during the pandemic and credit unions' regulatory dynamics. He has advised government bodies like the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet on social procurement strategies. Furneaux teaches courses on nonprofit leadership and ethics, including BSN550 Responsible Enterprise Leadership. He has supervised over 10 doctoral and master's students on topics such as beneficiary evaluation, philanthropic accountability, and social enterprise governance. His awards include a 2010 poster competition win and a 2020 Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Award nomination. Key contributions include pioneering frameworks for social procurement, analyzing public trust in charities, and exploring the role of place in foundation partnerships. His research outputs span over 80 peer-reviewed articles, books, and industry reports, emphasizing practical solutions for nonprofit sustainability and accountability.

David ByersView profile

Associate Professor

• Zooarchaeology
• Paleoecology
• Archaeological Theory
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David Byers is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology, Social Work and Anthropology at Utah State University, within the School of Social Sciences. He is based in Logan, Utah, and holds a PhD in Anthropology (Zooarchaeology) from the University of Utah (2006), an MA in Anthropology from the University of Wyoming (2001), and a BS in Industrial Supervision from Purdue University (1988). His research focuses on zooarchaeology, paleoecology, and human-environment interactions during the Holocene and Late Pleistocene. Key areas include stable isotope analysis, upland and alpine archaeology of the Western U.S., coastal foragers of Jamaica, and human interactions with megafauna such as mammoths and bison. He has conducted extensive fieldwork in Idaho, Wyoming, Utah, and Montana, and has contributed to numerous cultural resource inventories and technical reports. Dr. Byers teaches core archaeology courses including ANTH 2330 (Principles of Archaeology), ANTH 5320/6320 (Zooarchaeology), and ANTH 6350 (Archaeological Theory). He has mentored over a dozen graduate students in anthropology and related fields, guiding them in lithic analysis, faunal studies, and archaeological theory. His publication record includes over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles and 4 book chapters. The most recent research trends reflect a strong emphasis on faunal morphology, subsistence strategies, and environmental change. Articles span topics from cranial variability in canids to Folsom-era mammoth hunting, bison diminution, and prehistoric cold storage practices, showcasing a methodologically rigorous and geographically diverse research program. Species-Specific Responses of Late Quaternary Megafauna to Climate and Humans (Nature, 2011) Stable Isotope Chemistry, Population Histories and Late Prehistoric Subsistence Change in the Aleutian Islands (JAS, 2011) Heat Treatment, Ozarks Cherts and Prehistoric Toolstone Use in Southwest Missouri (American Antiquity, 2014) Cranial variability in North American domestic and wild canids (JASR, 2024) Dr. Byers has served as principal investigator on multiple field projects and cultural resource surveys, often in collaboration with federal agencies like the BLM and US Forest Service. His lab work integrates zooarchaeological analysis, GIS, and quantitative methods, supporting both graduate training and publication. He continues to lead field schools and independent studies in archaeology, contributing to the training of the next generation of anthropologists.

• Project and Construction Management
• Property and Planning
• Sustainability
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Ping Yung is a Senior Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University within the School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing. He brings over a decade of professional experience as a quantity surveyor, having managed complex projects including an airport terminal and a hotel, and has taught construction management and quantity surveying across the UK, Australia, and Hong Kong. His research focuses on project and construction management , property and planning , sustainability , Building Information Modelling (BIM) , and the application of new institutional economic theories to construction contexts. His work integrates economic, technological, and managerial perspectives to improve project outcomes. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on digital transformation in construction, sustainable development, contractual and organizational governance, and the integration of economic theories into practical management frameworks. His research bridges industry practice with academic rigor, particularly in BIM adoption, risk management, and sustainable cost control. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: No specific awards mentioned in the provided text. Ping Yung actively contributes to teaching in quantity surveying and construction management. While no formal students or grant details are listed, his publication record of 24 peer-reviewed journal papers indicates strong research supervision potential and scholarly impact. He is likely involved in research projects related to BIM, sustainability, and project governance, though specific labs or teams are not mentioned in the source material.

Krystyna MarcinekView profile

Professor

• International Security
• NATO Strategy
• Russian Influence
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Krystyna Marcinek is an Associate Policy Researcher at RAND Corporation and a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. She specializes in international security, strategic competition, and emerging technologies in warfare, with a focus on NATO, Russia, Ukraine, and Poland. Her work includes analyzing Russian influence on regional security, advising Poland on responses to the Ukraine conflict and EU migrant crisis, and studying AI's role in modern conflict. Education: Ph.D. in Policy Analysis, Pardee RAND Graduate School M.A. in Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies, Jagiellonian University (Poland) Research Interests: Her expertise spans geopolitical strategy, military operations, information warfare, and AI applications in defense. She investigates how emerging technologies reshape warfare, NATO's defense industrial capacity, and the implications of Russia's military strategies post-Ukraine conflict. Publications Trends: Her recent articles address NATO's defense modernization, Russia's post-war military reconstitution, and EU AI regulatory frameworks. She emphasizes strategic foresight for U.S. economic and security needs in competitive environments. Grants & Advising: While no formal students are listed, her advisory roles in Polish government institutions and contributions to NATO-related policy research highlight her influence. She has advised on counterterrorism, energy security, and migrant crisis responses. Labs/Teams: Engaged with RAND's National Security Research Division and collaborated with institutions like the Polish Institute of International Affairs on events like the 'Long War in Europe' conference.