Professor Jennifer Payne is Warden of Merton College, Oxford, and a leading authority in company law, corporate finance law, financial regulation, and corporate insolvency. She has authored numerous influential books and articles, and holds significant editorial and advisory roles in the academic and policy-making spheres. Research Interests: Company law and corporate governance Corporate finance and securities regulation Financial regulation and policy Corporate insolvency and debt restructuring Comparative and European financial law Her work spans both theoretical and practical dimensions, with a strong focus on regulatory frameworks, legal reforms, and cross-border financial issues. She has contributed extensively to policy debates and legal developments in the UK and EU. Scientific Awards & Honors: Elected to membership of the International Insolvency Institute (2016) Member of ESMA’s Securities and Markets Stakeholders Group (2016–2018) Member of ESMA’s Corporate Finance Standing Committee Consultative Working Group (2015–2017) Law Delegate of Oxford University Press (2020–present) Expert Advisory Panel member to the Law Commission on Intermediated Securities and Digital Assets Editorial & Advisory Roles: Founder editor, Journal of Corporate Law Studies Founder editor, Oxford Business Law Blog Review Articles editor, Oxford Journal of Legal Studies Contributor to Palmer’s Company Law Visiting Positions: She has held visiting professorships at Melbourne Law School, National University of Singapore, and the University of Auckland, reflecting her international academic influence.
Associate Professor Mark Humphery-Jenner is a distinguished faculty member at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Business School, specifically within the School of Banking and Finance. With an exceptional academic pedigree including multiple PhDs from prestigious institutions worldwide, he has established himself as a leading researcher at the intersection of finance, law, and corporate governance. Dr. Humphery-Jenner's educational background demonstrates remarkable breadth and depth, featuring PhDs from UNSW, Tilburg University, and Leiden University, along with master's degrees from Columbia University and the University of Washington. His undergraduate achievements include a BCom with First Class Honours and University Medal, and an LLB with First Class Honours, both from UNSW. This multidisciplinary foundation spanning business, law, and finance informs his comprehensive research approach. His research spans corporate finance, venture capital, and law, with particular focus on how legal frameworks shape financial decision-making and corporate behavior. Humphery-Jenner has published extensively in top-tier finance journals including the Journal of Financial Economics, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, Review of Finance, and Journal of Corporate Finance, as well as leading management journals such as Strategic Management Journal and Journal of International Business Studies. His scholarly contributions address critical issues in executive compensation, securities litigation, corporate governance, and private equity markets. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a sophisticated research trajectory increasingly focused on the relationship between litigation risk and financial reporting practices, corporate governance mechanisms, and investor protection frameworks. His work demonstrates particular attention to Australian regulatory contexts while maintaining a strong international comparative perspective, especially regarding Asian capital markets and cross-border investment. With substantial industry experience including work in investment banking and consulting for hedge funds, Humphery-Jenner brings practical insights to his academic work. He has been teaching in various capacities since 2006 and has served as an assistant professor in finance since 2012, contributing significantly to business education at UNSW. His professional background enhances his ability to bridge theoretical research with real-world financial practice.
Eduardo Araral is an Associate Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. With over 30 years of experience in academia and government, he holds a PhD in Public Policy from Indiana University-Bloomington under Nobel Laureate Elinor Ostrom. His research focuses on collective action, institutions, and water governance, with publications in Nature Human Behaviour , Public Administration Review , and World Development . He has held fellowships at Stanford University and centers associated with Coase, Ostrom, and Stigler. Research Interests : Collective action, institutional analysis, water governance, digital technologies in public policy, political economy, and socio-ecological systems. Scientific Awards : Ostrom Prize for the Governance of the Commons, Fulbright PhD Scholarship, and Presidential Award for Outstanding Overseas Filipinos. Leadership Roles : Vice Dean for Research, Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs, and Co-Director of the Institute of Water Policy (2016-2022) at LKYSPP. Global Engagement : Advised 20+ international organizations including ADB, World Bank, UNDP, and Fortune 500 companies, while lecturing to 7,000+ government officials across 50+ countries.
Jinyan Li serves as Professor of Tax Law at Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, where she previously held the position of Interim Dean and currently co-directs the LLM Tax program while serving as academic director of the Professional Graduate Studies Program. Her educational qualifications include: BA from UIBE (China) LLB from University of Toronto LLM from Queen's University DJur from Osgoode Hall Law School She is an active member of the Bar of Ontario. Professor Li's research spans tax law and policy with specialized expertise in international taxation frameworks, social income support systems, Chinese tax evolution, and e-commerce taxation challenges. Her scholarly work has significantly shaped legal discourse, with multiple citations by Canadian judicial authorities including the Supreme Court of Canada in landmark cases such as Deans Knight Income Corp. and Alta Energy . Her publication history demonstrates consistent focus on comparative tax systems and policy development, particularly examining Chinese tax structures and global digital economy implications. This trajectory reflects deepening engagement with international tax coordination mechanisms and equity considerations in fiscal policy. Her distinguished recognition includes: Tax Excellence Award (2021) from the Ontario Bar Association Lifetime Contribution Award (2017) from the Canadian Tax Foundation Academic Excellence Award (2007) from the Canadian Association of Law Teachers D.J. Sherbaniuk Distinguished Writing Award (1999) York University Research Leader (2017) Teaching Awards (2004, 2014) Professor Li actively supervises LLM and PhD candidates specializing in tax law and social income support policy, maintaining close mentorship with students including Lawrence, Sonia McCamus, and John D. Her externally funded research has received substantial support from governmental bodies including the Department of Finance and National Revenue, alongside international institutions such as the IMF, OECD, and Asian Development Bank where she served as consultant. She leads research initiatives through the LLM Tax program and organizes high-impact academic events, recently co-hosting the 2022 Pillar Two symposium and Women with Disabilities: Income Security and Tax Policy conference, demonstrating ongoing commitment to contemporary tax challenges and inclusive policy development.
Dr. Julian Limberg is a Senior Lecturer in Public Policy at the Department of Political Economy, King’s College London. He previously held a post-doctoral position at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and earned his PhD in Political and Social Sciences from the European University Institute. His research focuses on public policy and political economy, particularly inequality dynamics, tax policy, and environmental governance. Education: PhD in Political and Social Sciences (European University Institute), Post-doctoral Research (Ludwig Maximilian University). Affiliations: Public Policy and Regulation Research Group, Quantitative Political Economy Research Group, Global South Research Group. His work examines the causes and consequences of progressive taxation, climate policy effectiveness, and public perceptions of fiscal fairness. Recent studies include the impact of dedicated climate ministries on emissions reduction and the link between financial sector growth and tax policies. Limberg is also engaged in projects analyzing how technological changes influence tax preferences and the societal consequences of major tax cuts for the wealthy. Key articles highlight his contributions to understanding taxation trends, climate policy implementation, and the interplay between economic shifts and fiscal strategies. He collaborates across disciplines, bridging political science and economics to address contemporary governance challenges.
Mallory Elizabeth SoRelle serves as the Tony & Teddie Brown Associate Professor at Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy. Her research examines how public policies both stem from and perpetuate socioeconomic and political inequality in the U.S., with a focus on consumer financial protection and civil justice—issues critical to marginalized communities yet often neglected by welfare state scholars. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Government, Cornell University (2016) M.A. in Government, Cornell University (2014) Master of Public Policy, Harvard University (2010) B.A. in Government, Smith College (2006) SoRelle's scholarly work centers on policy feedback effects, investigating how existing policies shape political behavior and future policy design. She analyzes consumer finance regulation, student debt relief, voting access reforms, and preemption politics, highlighting their disparate impacts on vulnerable populations and implications for democratic health. Her recent publications demonstrate a cohesive research agenda applying policy feedback theory across diverse policy domains. Key themes include the political consequences of financial regulation, the dynamics of student debt politics, and the erosion of voting rights, all examined through the lens of inequality and democratic participation. Dr. SoRelle holds the distinguished Tony & Teddie Brown Associate Professorship at Duke University. She is an active educator teaching courses such as The Political Economy of Policymaking and Public Policy, Political Power, and Social Change. Her research is supported by an NSF CAREER grant (2024-2029) investigating the political economy of fringe financial technologies and their impact on economic inequality.
Kevin E. Davis is the Beller Family Professor of Business Law at New York University School of Law and Faculty Director of the Hauser Global Law School Program. He joined NYU in 2004, serving as Vice Dean for Global Affairs from 2012 to 2017. His research focuses on law's role in economic development, anti-corruption regulation, and legal system performance measurement. Davis holds a BA in Economics from McGill University (1990), an LLB from the University of Toronto (1993), and an LL.M. from Columbia University (1996). His academic contributions include over 50 articles, four edited volumes, and the monograph Between Impunity and Imperialism (2019). He has held visiting appointments at institutions worldwide, including Cambridge University and the University of the West Indies. Key awards include the 2018 Distinguished Article Prize from the American Law and Economics Review. Teaching focuses on contracts, law and development, and secured transactions. His work bridges legal theory with practical challenges in global governance, finance, and anti-corruption policy.
Deval Desai serves as Reader in International Economic Law at the University of Edinburgh's Edinburgh Law School, a position he has held since 2020 after serving as Lecturer from 2020-2023. His academic career includes research positions at Harvard Law School and the Geneva Graduate Institute. Dr. Desai also brings extensive practical experience from a decade working with the World Bank on rule of law and governance in sub-Saharan Africa, as well as advising the United Nations on rule of law issues. Dr. Desai's educational background includes an MA in History and French Literature from Oxford University, followed by legal training at City University/BPP Law School (PGDipL and PGDipLP), and advanced law degrees (LLM and SJD) from Harvard Law School. At Harvard, he held prestigious fellowships including the Byse Fellowship, Program on Negotiation Next Generation Fellowship, and Institute for Global Law and Policy Fellowship. MA (Oxon), History and French Literature PGDipL, PGDipLP, City University/BPP Law School LLM, Harvard Law School SJD, Harvard Law School Dr. Desai's research centers on law and development, administrative law and regulation, theories of the state, and patterns of knowledge and authority across the Global North and South. His work examines institutional reform processes, particularly how expertise and knowledge operate within rule of law initiatives. His interdisciplinary approach draws from legal and social theory, development studies, international relations, and performance studies, as evidenced in his monograph Expert Ignorance (Cambridge University Press). His recent work focuses on fiscal sociology, administrative law in the Global South, and the politics of social welfare provision. Dr. Desai's publications span leading journals in law, political science, and development studies, revealing a consistent focus on the intersections between legal institutions, governance, and development. His work demonstrates increasing engagement with comparative methodologies and critical perspectives on knowledge production in global governance. Recent articles show particular attention to fiscal policy, welfare systems, and responses to global crises like the Covid-19 pandemic, with comparative studies between India and European contexts. Dame Muriel Spark Medal (2024, Royal Society of Edinburgh) Chancellor's 'Rising Star' Award (2023, University of Edinburgh) Member of the Young Academy of Scotland Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts Fellow of the Young Academy of Europe Dr. Desai has secured significant research funding from diverse international sources, including a £2.1 million Swiss National Science Foundation Sinergia grant titled 'Reversing the Gaze: Towards Post-Comparative Area Studies' where he serves as PI. He also leads projects funded by the British Academy, University of Edinburgh's Big Ideas Accelerator, Scottish Funding Council, and Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office. His commitment to mentoring is evident through his recognition with the Susan Manning Award for Inspiring Mentor and his leadership in establishing programs like the Global Scholars' Academy at the Geneva Graduate Institute and the Global Justice summer school at CEU. As editor-in-chief of the Cambridge University Press book series 'Elements in Legal Theory and the Global South' and serving on multiple editorial boards, Dr. Desai plays a significant role in shaping scholarly discourse. His current research projects examine 'loss' in legal institutions guiding transitional processes, constitutional implications of fiscal arrangements in fragile contexts, and social welfare provision in India and Italy.
Erik Bohlin is a Professor at Western University's Ivey Business School in the Business, Economics and Public Policy department. He holds the Ivey Chair in Telecommunication Economics, Policy and Regulation and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Telecommunications Policy . Currently on leave from Chalmers University of Technology, he combines economic theory with telecommunications policy analysis. PhD in Economics of Technology from Chalmers University of Technology (1995) BA in Business Administration and Economics from Stockholm School of Economics (1987) Masters and Bachelor in Theology from Community Chapel College (1984-1985) His research focuses on telecommunications policy, digitalization's socioeconomic impact, broadband regulation, and technology diplomacy. He examines network effects, market entry strategies, and digital infrastructure's role in economic growth. Recent publications analyze 5G regulation, AI's societal impact, digital technology adoption strategies, and broadband's economic effects. These works span telecommunications economics, policy analysis, and technology's macroeconomic influence. Scientific Affiliation : Member of Swedish Royal Academy of Engineering Past Chair of International Telecommunications Society Teaching activities include developing and instructing graduate courses on Digital Strategy and Policy. The Chair receives funding from Ivey Business School, Bell Canada, and TELUS.
Dr. Charilaos Nikolaidis is a Senior Lecturer at Essex Law School, University of Essex, specializing in international human rights law and the intersection of law and literature. He received his LLB from City, University of London, LLM in International Business Law from University College London, and PhD in Law from King's College London. His research focuses on international human rights law, particularly the theory and implementation of the right to equality, and the relationship between law and literature. Nikolaidis has published extensively on equality jurisprudence, comparative human rights law, and democratic challenges in European contexts. Nikolaidis's publications demonstrate consistent focus on human rights jurisprudence, particularly equality and non-discrimination within European legal frameworks. His work spans theoretical explorations of legal equality, comparative analyses of European and US privacy rights, and practical examinations of democratic challenges in Greece and beyond.
Dr. Ruiqiao Zhang serves as a Senior Lecturer in Corporate Finance, Corporate and Commercial Law at the University of Edinburgh's School of Law, where she is affiliated with the Edinburgh Centre for Commercial Law. Her office hours are held Thursdays from 13:00-14:00, and she can be contacted via telephone (+44 (0)131 650 6957) or email (Ruiqiao.Zhang@ed.ac.uk). Her academic credentials include: Bachelor of Law and Bachelor of Science from Chinese institutions Master of Civil and Commercial Law (China), Master of International Commercial and Trade Law (Netherlands), and Master of Comparative Law (Canada) Doctor of Civil Law (DCL) from McGill University under Professor Lionel Smith Dr. Zhang's research centers on trust law evolution in financial markets, with emphasis on comparative analyses between Common Law and Civil Law systems—particularly China's adoption of trust principles. Her work examines trustee roles in commercial contexts, beneficiary interests in commercial trusts, and regulatory frameworks for trust applications in asset management. She bridges theoretical legal concepts with practical financial market demands, highlighting tensions between traditional trust structures and modern entrepreneurial functions. Analysis of her publication trends reveals consistent focus on trust law's adaptation to financial innovation, with increasing attention to Chinese regulatory frameworks and cross-border implications. Her research spans corporate finance, international trade law, and property rights, demonstrating how commercial trusts evolve from guardian entities to active financial instruments while navigating jurisdictional complexities. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Dr. Zhang accepts PhD students and maintains active advisory roles with the Scottish Ethnic Minorities Lawyers Association, China Law Society, and Cross Party Group on China of the Scottish Parliament. Her consultancy work connects academic research with policy development in UK-China legal cooperation, including participation in the Third UK-China Rule of Law Roundtable. She contributes to the Edinburgh Centre for Commercial Law's research initiatives, focusing on commercial trusts' regulatory challenges and their integration into civil law jurisdictions through comparative legal studies.
Maria Eugenia Bartoloni is a Full Professor of European Union Law at Sapienza University of Rome, Department of Legal and Economic Studies. She is also a member of the doctoral program faculty for "Internationalization of Legal Systems and Fundamental Rights" at Università della Campania "L. Vanvitelli" and previously served as its Master's Degree Course President. She coordinates the journal Il Diritto dell’Unione europea and serves on editorial boards for multiple EU law publications. Education: PhD in International and EU Law from Macerata University (2004), Law Degree (1999) from Macerata University. Research Interests: Focus on EU constitutional law, international legal norms coordination, fundamental rights application, judicial protection limits, and EU foreign/security policy. Her recent work explores the EU's unique legal frameworks for maritime concessions, the Charter of Fundamental Rights' scope, and the evolving legal dimensions of EU international relations. She has participated in numerous national and international research projects. Scientific Awards Marie Curie Fellow (2015) Principal Investigator for SELECT Project – "StrEnghten Lay and honorary judges European CompeTencies" (JUST-AG-2020 / JUST-JTRA-EJTR-AG-2020)
Giuseppe Fontana is an Associate Professor of Political Economy (SECS-P/01) at the University of Sannio (UNISANNIO) in the Department of Law, Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods (DEMM). He has maintained an active research profile for over two decades, establishing himself as a significant contributor to Post-Keynesian economics and monetary theory. His research interests include: Post-Keynesian Economics Monetary Theory and Endogenous Money Macroeconomic Policy and Financial Stability Financialization and Socioeconomic Impacts Economic Methodology and History of Economic Thought International Trade and Exchange Rate Theory Stock-Flow Consistent Modeling Fontana's scholarly trajectory demonstrates a consistent focus on heterodox economic approaches, particularly Post-Keynesian theory. His work evolved from theoretical contributions in the early 2000s to increasingly policy-relevant analyses of contemporary economic challenges. His recent publications show special attention to the Eurozone crisis, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on European economies, and the theoretical foundations of monetary production. He frequently employs stock-flow consistent modeling to provide comprehensive analyses of macroeconomic phenomena, challenging mainstream economic frameworks with alternative theoretical perspectives. Fontana has established important collaborations with scholars like Emiliano Brancaccio, Riccardo Realfonzo, and Marc Lavoie, demonstrating his integration within international networks of heterodox economists. His work has been published in leading heterodox economics journals including the Cambridge Journal of Economics, Journal of Post Keynesian Economics, and Review of Political Economy, as well as in edited volumes with major academic publishers like Palgrave Macmillan and Edward Elgar.
Dr Isik Akin is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance at Bath Spa University and leads the Accounting Pathway. He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate modules including Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Corporate Financial Management, and Quantitative Research Methods. Education: PhD in Accounting and Finance (Bath Spa University), PhD in Economics and Finance (Istanbul Gelisim University), MSc in Finance (University of the West of England), BSc in Mathematics (Trakya University) Professional Qualifications: Fellowship in Higher Education Academy, Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) His research focuses on Behavioral Finance , FinTech , Credit Risk Management , and Sustainable Finance . Recent publications analyze: Enterprise valuation dynamics (FTSE 100) Metaverse asset valuation frameworks Interconnected financial markets (stocks, commodities, crypto) Green investments in real estate He has secured significant international funding including the Connect4Innovation UK-Turkey partnership grant (2021-2022, £50,000) and coordinated EU projects like the Life-Long Learning Programme (2016-2017). Scientific Awards & Roles: Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) certified Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Advisory Board Member: Izlek Academic Journal, Metropolitan Business Review Editorial Board Member: International Journal of Economics and Financial Research His career spans multiple institutions including Worcester University and University of Arts London, with expertise in international finance, quantitative methods, and financial globalization.
Chang-Tai Hsieh is the Phyllis and Irwin Winkelried Distinguished Service Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He is also a PCL Faculty Scholar with the university. His academic appointments include being a Research Associate for the National Bureau of Economic Research, a Senior Fellow at the Bureau for Research in Economic Analysis of Development, and a member of the Steering Group of the International Growth Center in London. His research interests focus on economic development, growth in Asia and Latin America, and applied economics, with particular expertise in macroeconomics. He has conducted extensive research on growth and development patterns across different regions, with special attention to China's economic transformation. His work examines resource allocation, innovation dynamics, trade policy impacts, and structural economic changes. Hsieh's recent publications reveal a strong focus on US-China economic relations, Chinese economic development, and the dynamics of innovation and growth. His research spans multiple subfields including trade policy, resource allocation, economic measurement, and the political economy of development. He has made significant contributions to understanding the economic transformation in East Asia, particularly regarding China's growth model and its implications for global trade. Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Research Fellowship Elected Member of Academia Sinica Two-time recipient of the Sun Ye-Fang Prize Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences Fellow of the Econometric Society Hsieh has been a visiting scholar at multiple Federal Reserve Banks (San Francisco, New York, and Minneapolis), the World Bank's Development Economics Group, and the Economic Planning Agency in Japan. He is also an active commentator on economic policy, with numerous opinion pieces published in Commonwealth Magazine, Project Syndicate, and other major outlets, particularly focusing on US-Taiwan-China economic relations and trade policy.
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