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Gaia MarchisioView profile

Senior Lecturer

Columbia UniversityUnited States

Gaia Marchisio is a Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Management and Faculty Director of the Global Family Enterprise Program at Columbia Business School. She holds a BBA from Bocconi University and a PhD in General Management from Università Degli Studi di Pavia. Her work focuses on leadership, organizational behavior, and strategic management within family enterprises. Previously, she served as Executive Director of the Cox Family Enterprise Center and Aronoff Professor of Family Business at Kennesaw State University, and has collaborated globally with institutions like the World Bank’s IFC and the Family Business Network Asia. Her research explores work-family integration in family businesses, burnout mitigation, succession planning, and multi-generational ownership development. She co-authored the book Own It!: How to Develop a Family Enterprise Owner’s Mindset at Every Age , emphasizing mindset cultivation across life stages. Marchisio founded the Family Enterprise Clinic (2014), offering consulting services for family firms on governance and transition challenges. She speaks English, Italian, and Spanish, and her teaching includes courses on family business management, conflict dynamics, and global consulting strategies. Her academic contributions span over 25 years, addressing themes like corporate venturing in family firms, strategic planning as a training tool, and the strategic role of going public. She has advised diverse organizations including McKinsey, Egon Zehnder, and Grant Thornton, while maintaining faculty roles in Canada’s FEA designation program.

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Sophy AntrobusView profile

Researcher

King’s College LondonUnited Kingdom

Dr Sophy Antrobus serves as Co-Director of the Freeman Air and Space Institute at King's College London, within the Department of War Studies. She holds a PhD from the University of Exeter (2019) and previously served as a Teaching Fellow in Strategic Studies at Portsmouth Business School. Her military career spanned two decades in the Royal Air Force, including operational deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, and included a tour with the Royal Navy. Her research focuses on organizational barriers to innovation in modern air forces, cultural evolution of the RAF, and integration of autonomy in warfare. Notable contributions include analyses of air power history, critical military education, and UK defense policy. She is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society and sits on the RAF Museum Research Advisory Board. Recent recognitions include the 2025 SSPP King’s Impact Award for work on air power risk analysis. She regularly contributes to high-profile defense events such as the Chief of the Air Staff Lecture series and DSEI conferences. Her work bridges historical analysis with contemporary challenges in air and space power.

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Justin R. LongView profile

Associate Professor

Wayne State UniversityUnited States

Justin R. Long is an Associate Professor of Law at Wayne State University Law School, specializing in state constitutionalism, public education law, urban law, and federalism. He serves as Associate Director for Education Law and Policy at the Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights, collaborating with civil rights activists. Previously, he worked as a visiting assistant professor at the University of Connecticut School of Law, practiced as an Assistant Solicitor General in New York, and clerked for federal and state appellate judges. He holds a J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and an A.B. from Harvard University. His research focuses on enhancing access to civil justice through state constitutional frameworks, judicial reform, and the intersection of education law with urban governance. Recent work critiques state constitutional interpretation dynamics and explores workplace rights under state constitutions. Long’s scholarship spans over a decade, addressing issues like gun rights, LGBTQ+ protections, and school governance. He advises on judicial selection processes, including serving on Michigan’s Judicial Selection Task Force. His writings emphasize interactive federalism and the evolving role of state constitutions in safeguarding fundamental values. Teaching includes courses on State Constitutionalism, Civil Procedure, and Detroit’s legal landscape. His advocacy extends beyond academia through community engagement and policy advising.

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Daniel E. ChandView profile

Associate Professor

Kent State UniversityUnited States

Daniel E. Chand is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Kent State University’s College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on nonprofits in policy processes, immigration policy implementation, and intergovernmental administration. He holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy (University of Arkansas, 2013) and an M.S. in Political Science (Illinois State University, 2005). Prior to academia, Chand worked with nonprofits, political action committees, and served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Zambia (2006–2008). His research explores topics such as immigration enforcement in sanctuary communities, public-private partnerships in immigration policy, and historical South Asian immigration to the U.S. He has published extensively in journals like Amerasia Journal , Policy Sciences , and Nonprofit Policy Forum , analyzing ICE operations, nonprofit advocacy, and intergovernmental policy challenges. His work bridges academic rigor with policy relevance, addressing contemporary issues like undocumented student support and federal-local partnerships. Chand teaches courses on Research Methods, Public Policy Analysis, and Administrative Law. He has conducted major surveys on administrative judges and immigration nonprofits, emphasizing policy implementation and institutional dynamics. Notable collaborations include studies on Secure Communities and the role of diversity in law enforcement practices. His op-eds in outlets like the Cleveland Plain Dealer and Beaumont Enterprise highlight his engagement with public discourse on immigration and democratic reforms.

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Kimberly TamView profile

Associate Professor

University of PlymouthUnited Kingdom

Dr. Kimberly Tam is an Associate Professor in Cybersecurity at the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics, University of Plymouth. She specializes in maritime cybersecurity, focusing on ship IT/OT/IoT security, port infrastructure protection, autonomous vessels, offshore renewable energy systems, and smartphone security. She is affiliated with the Alan Turing Institute as the Theme Lead for Marine and Maritime. Her research addresses critical challenges in maritime autonomy, cyber-physical systems, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., IMO MASS). She has supervised 7 PhD students and 7 research staff across multiple projects, contributing to cyber resilience training and risk assessment tools like CERP and MaCRA. Her work emphasizes practical applications, such as penetration testing frameworks (BridgeInsight) and cost-benefit analysis methods for energy infrastructure cybersecurity. Teaching responsibilities include leading modules like Security Operations & Incident Management , Cyber-Physical Systems Security , and unmanned maritime systems operations. She has developed specialized courses in Hong Kong and Sri Lanka, integrating industry-relevant training. Her recent publications (2023–2025) highlight advancements in adversarial AI defense, ransomware mitigation in maritime contexts, and digital twin technologies for port optimization. She collaborates internationally, hosting visiting researchers from China, Turkey, and Norway, and supports early-career professionals through work experience programs.

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Anne-Marie McCallionView profile

Lecturer

Manchester Metropolitan UniversityUnited Kingdom

Dr. Anne-Marie McCallion is a Lecturer in Philosophy at Manchester Metropolitan University within the Department of History, Politics & Philosophy. She holds a BA from Durham University, an MA from the University of Sheffield, and a PhD from the University of Manchester. Her research focuses on decolonising philosophy and education, with current investigations into liberal justice frameworks and critiques from Marxist, critical race, and indigenous perspectives. Her research explores: Theoretical foundations of decolonisation in academic disciplines Intersections of gender, race, and philosophical discourse Critical analyses of diversity initiatives in higher education Her publications demonstrate a consistent focus on feminist philosophy and educational reform, with recent works examining women's philosophical contributions and decolonisation methodologies. Article analyses reveal strong thematic focus on gender representation, curriculum diversity, and epistemological critiques. While no scientific awards are documented, she collaborates with AQA and the British Philosophical Association to develop educational resources promoting diversity in philosophy curricula. She convenes modules including Gender, Race and Sexuality, Philosophy of Education, and Feminist Ethics, and welcomes supervision of postgraduate research in feminist ethics, Wittgenstein studies, and Marxist philosophy. She maintains active involvement with the Diversity Reading List project and is developing a podcast on underrepresented philosophical traditions funded by the University of Manchester.

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Birbili MariaView profile

Professor

Aristotle University of ThessalonikiGreece

Professor Maria Birbili serves as a Professor in the Department of Pedagogy at the School of Early Childhood Education, part of the Faculty of Education at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Her academic specialization lies in Applied Pedagogy within early childhood education, with a focus on curriculum development, teacher education, and child-centered learning practices. She holds a DPhil in Educational Studies (2000) and has contributed significantly to advancing educational methodologies through her research. Her academic career includes teaching courses such as *Assessment in Education*, *Early Childhood Pedagogy and Practice I*, and *Teaching Methodology*. Her research interests emphasize early childhood educational policies, teacher mediation in curriculum design, and the integration of computational thinking in K-12 education. She actively explores themes like parent involvement, professional development for educators, and cross-cultural curriculum comparisons, as seen in her work contrasting Greece and New Zealand’s early childhood policies. Birbili’s publications reflect a commitment to bridging theory and practice, addressing challenges in curriculum implementation, child questioning strategies, and pedagogical documentation. Her work often highlights the need for systemic reforms in Greece’s centralized educational framework to better support teachers and families. She is also engaged in digital initiatives, such as building online teacher communities and leveraging learning analytics for educational insights. Education: DPhil in Educational Studies (2000) Affiliation: School of Early Childhood Education, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Contact: mmpirmpi@nured.auth.gr | +30 2310991273

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Anwen EliasView profile

Academic

Aberystwyth UniversityUnited Kingdom

Anwen Elias is a Reader in Politics at the Department of International Politics, Aberystwyth University. Her research and teaching focus on European politics, comparative regionalism, nationalism, political parties and party systems, and secession. She serves as Director of Research and Co-Director of the Centre for Welsh Politics and Society. BA Hons, University of Cambridge MA, College of Europe, Bruges PhD, European University Institute, Florence Her research explores comparative regionalism, nationalism, and secession in Western Europe. She investigates nationalist/regionalist parties' attitudes toward European integration, their adaptation to constitutional changes, and current projects include analyzing the role of regionalist parties in political/economic/social justice (Horizon2020) and citizen perspectives on secession debates (ESRC). Notable research trends span territorial strategies of regionalist parties (2023), secessionist rhetoric in Catalonia (2021), economic arguments for Scottish independence (2019), and Basque-Catalan political evolution (2017). Earlier works examine EU institutional adaptation (2005) and nationalist party responses to European integration (2006). She leads externally funded projects such as Integrative Mechanisms for Addressing Spatial Justice and Territorial Inequalities in Europe (IMAJINE) and Creating Wales' Constitutional Future . Collaborations include Sophie Bennett, Alexandra Hird, Eli Jones, and Evan Wall (PhD candidates). Her work intersects with political representation, democratic innovations, and party strategies in multinational democracies, reflecting extensive engagement with European regional politics and governance.

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Qin LinView profile

Assistant Professor

University of HoustonUnited States

Qin Lin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering. Their research focuses on autonomous systems, control theory, and safety-critical applications. Lin holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Delft University of Technology (2015-2019) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute (2019-2021). Research interests include safe reinforcement learning, fault-tolerant control systems, and cybersecurity for industrial control systems. Lin has published extensively on topics like vehicle autonomy, exoskeleton safety, and disturbance rejection in robotics. Their work emphasizes practical applications of control theory in autonomous driving, robotics, and human-robot interaction. Recent publications highlight advancements in control barrier functions, latency-aware autonomous systems, and data-driven anomaly detection in ICS environments. Lin has been recognized for contributions to curriculum development in engineering technology and maintains active collaborations in automotive and robotics domains.

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Andrea GasparellaView profile

Professor

Free University of Bozen-BolzanoItaly

Andrea Gasparella is a Tenured Full Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, located at NOI Techpark in Bozen-Bolzano, Italy. His research focuses on building physics, energy systems, and inclusive design, with a particular emphasis on indoor environmental quality for neurodivergent individuals and sustainable urban development. He leads projects like the Flexibots initiative (biodegradable medical microrobots) and BeSENSHome (autonomy support for neurodivergent people). His work integrates advanced modeling (e.g., CFD, machine learning) with real-world applications in energy efficiency, climate adaptation, and human-centered design. Key research areas include thermal and acoustic comfort, renewable energy integration, and smart building technologies. He collaborates with industry partners like Galileo High School and regional institutions to advance automation and robotics. Notable contributions include studies on urban heat islands, energy retrofit strategies for historic buildings, and the impact of ventilation on contagion risks in educational settings. As Dean, he promotes innovation through interdisciplinary initiatives at NOI Techpark, including new engineering programs and infrastructure like the university canteen. His publications span over 50 peer-reviewed articles in journals and conferences like Building Simulation Applications (BSA), addressing topics ranging from solar irradiance prediction in mountain regions to the psychophysical needs of neurodivergent populations. He actively contributes to policy discussions on decarbonization and energy equity in Alpine contexts. Professional activities include organizing events such as the 'nextFSE' fire safety conference and engaging with local organizations like Rotary Clubs to foster community ties. His work bridges academic research with practical solutions for climate resilience, accessibility, and technological advancement.

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Joseph M. VukovView profile

Associate Professor

Loyola University ChicagoUnited States

Joseph M. Vukov is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Loyola University Chicago and Associate Director of the Hank Center for the Catholic Intellectual Heritage. He holds affiliate roles in Catholic Studies and Psychology and serves as Vice President of Philosophers in Jesuit Education. His research focuses on intersections of ethics, neuroscience, philosophy of mind, and science-religion dialogue. Vukov has authored three books, including Staying Human in an Era of Artificial Intelligence (2024) and Navigating Faith and Science (2022). He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in neuroethics, bioethics, and philosophy of mind, and co-leads an NEH-funded project on interdisciplinary education. Notable awards include the Sujack Master Teacher Award (2020) and Provost’s Teaching Award (2019). His lab collaborations, notably with Dr. Michael Burns, address emerging ethical challenges in AI, neuroscience, and transformative technologies. Education: PhD in Philosophy (Fordham University, 2016). Research Interests: Neuroethics, philosophy of mind, bioethics, science-religion dialogue, artificial intelligence ethics, and moral enhancement. Vukov’s work critiques technological overreach while advocating for ethical frameworks grounded in human dignity and interdisciplinary collaboration. Publications Trends: Recent articles (2020–2024) emphasize AI ethics, causal powers realism, and moral bioenhancement risks. Themes include preserving human identity amid technological advances and reconciling faith with scientific inquiry. Awards: Sujack Master Teacher (2020), Provost’s Teaching Award (2019), Langerbeck Research Mentoring (2023), Alice B. Hayes Advising (2023). Grants: $150K NEH grant (2020) for interdisciplinary near-future ethics courses. Labs/Teams: Co-leads Loyola’s interdisciplinary ethics initiatives with Dr. Burns, focusing on AI, neuroethics, and science fiction pedagogy. Active in institutional Catholic intellectual heritage programs.

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Natasha Anne RappaView profile

Associate Professor

Murdoch UniversityAustralia

Natasha Anne Rappa is an Associate Professor in the School of Education at Murdoch University, within the College of Health and Education. Her research focuses on educational technology, generative AI, virtual/mixed reality learning, and 21st-century skills. She holds a PhD from the University of Sheffield and an MA from the University of Michigan. Education: PhD in Education, University of Sheffield (2011–2015) MA in Educational Studies, University of Michigan–Ann Arbor (2010–2011) Postgraduate Diploma in Education, Nanyang Technological University (1996–1997) Bachelor of Arts with Honours, National University of Singapore (1992–1996) Awards: 2024 Vice Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Supervision 2021 Vice Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research and Innovation 2008 Lenovo Innovation Merit Award 2003 Service Excellence Award (Ministry of Education, Singapore) Her work explores AI-driven pedagogy, simulation-based learning, and MOOCs. Recent projects include dialogic approaches to AI integration in secondary education and the validation of work readiness scales. She actively contributes to journals like British Journal of Educational Technology and Asia-Pacific Education Researcher .

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John DoyleView profile

Professor

Dublin City UniversityIreland

Professor John Doyle serves as Vice President for Research at Dublin City University, leading cross-border collaboration initiatives on the island of Ireland. Previously, he held roles as Director of DCU's Institute for International Conflict Resolution and Reconstruction and Professor of International Conflict Resolution in the School of Law and Government. His research focuses on ethno-national conflicts, peace processes in Northern Ireland and South Asia, and Irish foreign policy. He chairs the ARINS project steering committee and contributes to the Centre for Cross Border Studies. Doyle's work examines Brexit's impact on Ireland's constitutional future and promotes North-South cooperation through policy frameworks and citizen engagement. His academic biography includes extensive contributions to conflict resolution theory, including analyses of power-sharing mechanisms, post-conflict governance, and the role of external actors in peacebuilding. He serves as Editor of Irish Studies in International Affairs , emphasizing scholarly contributions to global peace studies and international relations. Doyle's research has explored the spatial dynamics of de-segregation, gendered policy frameworks in cross-border contexts, and the economic implications of Irish unity debates. He regularly publishes on topics ranging from EU security cooperation to the temporal/spatial analysis of conflict resolution strategies.

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Peter DemerathView profile

Professor

University of Minnesota Twin CitiesUnited States

Professor Peter Demerath is a scholar in Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development at the University of Minnesota. His research focuses on equity in education through an anthropological lens, emphasizing ethnographic methods. He holds degrees from the University of Massachusetts (Ed.D.), University of Pennsylvania (M.A.), and Haverford College (B.A.). His work examines school culture, leadership, and student mindsets, with notable projects in Papua New Guinea and U.S. urban/suburban schools. Recent research includes trust-building in high-performing urban schools and emotion culture in school improvement. He advocates for decolonizing education and bridging anthropological insights with policy. Notable awards include the 2005 Ohio State Distinguished Teaching Award and the 1999 Bereday Scholarship Award. His teaching spans cultural leadership, ethnography, and education policy. Current research explores psychological capital, neoliberalism’s impact on education, and decolonizing educational practices.

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Donna BainesView profile

Professor

University of British ColumbiaCanada

Donna Baines is a Professor at the University of British Columbia (UBC) School of Social Work, part of the Faculty of Arts. Previously, she served as Director of the UBC School of Social Work, Chair of the School of Social Work and Social Policy at the University of Sydney, and held professorial roles at Dalhousie University and McMaster University. Her research focuses on paid/unpaid care work, anti-oppressive social work theory, austerity's impact on human services, and nonprofit organizational dynamics. She co-edits *Social Work & Policy Studies: Social Justice, Practice and Theory*. Key research collaborations include SSHRC grants examining Indigenous decolonizing dialogue and age-friendly communities. Her work critiques neoliberalism’s effects on care labor, advocating for emancipatory practices foregrounding Indigenous and marginalized voices. Awards include an Editor’s Choice Article (2024) and recognition in The Hill Times’ Top 100 Books (2022). Publications span over 30 years, addressing topics like resistance in nonprofit care work, post-pandemic social work, and global aging policies. She actively mentors PhD students and engages in critical pedagogy, emphasizing social justice and anti-oppressive frameworks.

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