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Shahrzad FouladvandView profile

Associate Professor

• International Criminal Law
• Transnational Criminal Law
• Human Trafficking
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Dr. Shahrzad Fouladvand is an Associate Professor in International Criminal Law at the University of Sussex's School of Law, Politics and Sociology. Her research focuses on transnational criminal law, human trafficking, and corruption, particularly their interplay in contexts like Albania. She previously worked at the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the International Labour Organisation (ILO), contributing to human rights conventions. A member of RUSI's Strategic Hub for Organised Crime (SHOC), she advocates holistic approaches to combating human trafficking beyond prosecution-centric methods. Dr. Fouladvand holds a PhD from the University of Sussex and is a Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy. Education: PhD in Law, University of Sussex (2008–2012) Common Professional Examination (CPE)/Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), University of Huddersfield (2012–2014) Certifications in Machine Learning for Social Scientists (2023) and Social Network Analysis (2020) Research Interests: Dr. Fouladvand explores the nexus between human trafficking and corruption, emphasizing evidentiary challenges and institutional complicity. Her work integrates network analysis and responsibilisation frameworks, critiquing prosecution-centric approaches. Recent projects include a monograph on 'Human Trafficking, Corruption and Corporate Complicity' for Routledge, examining public-sector complicity in trafficking. Key Contributions: Authored over 30 publications, including journal articles and book chapters on ICC jurisprudence, anti-corruption law, and trafficking dynamics. Advised UK parliamentary committees on human trafficking and migration policies. Edited volumes on transnational organized crime and economic criminology. Awards and Fellowships: Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (2016) Visiting Scholarship at Max-Planck Institute (2021–2022) Elected Special Rapporteur on Contemporary Slavery for BACL Labs/Teams: Active member of RUSI's SHOC, focusing on policy-relevant research to combat organized crime.

Phil ClarkView profile

Professor

• Conflict and Post-Conflict Issues
• Transitional Justice
• Peacebuilding
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Professor Phil Clark is a Professor of International Politics at SOAS University of London, specializing in conflict and post-conflict issues with a focus on transitional justice, peacebuilding, and reconciliation after mass atrocity in Rwanda, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Burundi. He holds a DPhil in Politics from the University of Oxford, where he studied as a Rhodes Scholar, and a Bachelor of International Studies from Flinders University. His research focuses on international, national, and community-based responses to mass violence in Central Africa, particularly examining the gacaca community courts in post-genocide Rwanda and the International Criminal Court (ICC). Professor Clark has advised multiple governments (Danish, Sudanese, Swedish, Ugandan, and UK), international organizations (ICC, International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda), and NGOs (Human Rights Watch, Crisis Group) on conflict issues in Africa. Professor Clark's work spans several key areas including the History, Politics and Law of the African Great Lakes; Transitional Justice Theory and Practice; the Politics of Violence; Community-Based and Customary Law; Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation; the Politics of International Criminal Justice; Peacebuilding, Security and Post-Conflict Reconstruction; and Moral and Political Philosophy. His approach often combines theoretical analysis with practical fieldwork in post-conflict societies. His publications reveal a consistent focus on the tension between international legal frameworks and local justice mechanisms, particularly examining how post-genocide societies navigate complex reconciliation processes. Over time, his work has evolved from documenting specific cases (like the gacaca courts) to analyzing broader patterns of transitional justice and international criminal law across the African continent. Shortlisted for the Raphael Lemkin Award for best book on genocide and mass violence (for "Distant Justice: The Impact of the International Criminal Court on African Politics") Regular contributor to major media outlets including The New York Times, Foreign Affairs, Washington Post, The Guardian, and BBC Frequent media commentator on international news networks including BBC, France 24, Al Jazeera, CNN, and Deutsche Welle Professor Clark has supervised multiple PhD students working on topics related to conflict analysis, women's access to transitional justice, China-Africa relations, and conflict transformation. His current research includes "Intergenerational Justice in Eastern Africa" and "Reframing Justice after Atrocity," which examines justice interactions beyond the linear international-to-national transmission of norms and practices. He has led significant research projects, including serving as technical advisor and co-author of a 2007 UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights project surveying popular perceptions of transitional justice and peacebuilding in northern Uganda. His ongoing work continues to shape academic and policy discussions about justice mechanisms in post-conflict societies.

Rudy HirschheimView profile

Professor

• Outsourcing
• Management of Information Systems
• Research Methods
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Rudy Hirschheim is a Professor at the Stephenson Department of Entrepreneurship & Information Systems within the E.J. Ourso College of Business at Louisiana State University. He previously held faculty positions at the University of Houston, Templeton College - Oxford, London School of Economics, and McMaster University, with visiting appointments at Monash University, University of New South Wales, University of Bayreuth, University of Jyvaskyla, University of Warwick, and University of Paris-Dauphine. PhD in Information Systems, London School of Economics (1985) MS in Computer Science, University of Toronto (1974) BCom in Business Administration, University of Toronto (1975) His research interests span outsourcing, management of information systems, research methods, and philosophical issues in research. His recent publications focus on agile software development, crowdsourcing, social justice in IT, service-oriented architecture maturity, and theoretical critiques of the IS discipline. He emphasizes methodological rigor and philosophical foundations in information systems research. Key scientific awards include the LEO Award for lifetime achievement (2013), two honorary doctorates (University of Oulu, 2006; University of Bern, 2012), and Fellow status from the Association for Information Systems (2007). He has also received multiple best paper awards and LSU's Rainmaker Award (2012).

Paul SkrzypczykView profile

Professor

• Quantum Nonlocality
• Measurement Incompatibility
• Quantum Thermodynamics
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Professor Paul Skrzypczyk is a distinguished theoretical physicist at the University of Bristol's School of Physics, where he leads cutting-edge research in quantum information theory. His work bridges fundamental quantum mechanics with practical applications in quantum technologies. He serves as Principal Investigator for multiple significant research projects and holds the prestigious CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar position (2022-2024). Dr. Skrzypczyk's research primarily focuses on quantum nonlocality, measurement incompatibility, and quantum thermodynamics. His investigations explore how quantum theory enables 'nonlocal' effects where actions in one location seemingly affect distant places instantaneously, challenging classical physics understanding. His thermodynamics research examines how traditional thermodynamic laws apply at quantum scales, particularly for small systems far from their original realm of applicability, with implications for future quantum technologies. His publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact contributions to quantum information science, with recent work spanning quantum measurement theory, quantum resource theories, quantum thermodynamics, and quantum foundations. His research output shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated applications of quantum information principles to fundamental physics questions. Among his notable recognitions is the CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar award, reflecting his standing in the international quantum research community. His work has generated substantial scholarly attention, with numerous highly-cited publications including the influential 2014 Nature Communications paper on work extraction from individual quantum systems. Professor Skrzypczyk actively secures research funding, currently leading the "Software Enabling Early Quantum Advantage" project (2023-2025) and previously directing the "Investigating Measurement Incompatibility in Quantum Theory" initiative (2017-2021). His media engagement includes contributions to the widely covered "quantum Cheshire cats" research, which garnered attention across multiple news outlets, blogs, and academic platforms. As a member of the Bristol Quantum Information Institute, he contributes to one of the UK's leading quantum research centers, collaborating extensively across international networks as evidenced by his diverse research partnerships. His theoretical work provides foundational insights that inform the development of practical quantum technologies.

• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing
• Cognitive Sciences
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Dr. Rajesh Bhargave is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Department of Analytics, Marketing and Operations within Imperial Business School, Imperial College London. He holds a B.B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin and a Ph.D. from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on consumer behavior, particularly how social contexts and digital tools influence decision-making and product evaluations. Dr. Bhargave’s academic journey includes prior faculty positions at the University of Texas at San Antonio before joining Imperial College London. He teaches across programs including MBA, Executive Education, and Pre-experience Masters, emphasizing practical application of marketing principles. His research explores two primary areas: (1) the impact of social environments on product preferences, analyzing shared versus solitary consumption experiences, and (2) how online technologies reshape consumer decision-making processes. Key topics include hedonic judgments, numerical processing in choices, and the psychological effects of digital cues like 'cloud' reminders. His publications span journals such as Journal of Consumer Research and Psychological Science , reflecting a strong focus on behavioral economics and consumer psychology. Notable themes include 'collective satiation,' 'cue-of-the-cloud effects,' and the role of round numbers in consumer perceptions of product longevity. Dr. Bhargave has advised students such as JORGE PENA-MARIN and Nicole Votolato Montgomery. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his work contributes significantly to marketing theory and practice. His research and teaching underscore the intersection of technology, social dynamics, and consumer behavior.

William W. Burke-WhiteView profile

Professor

• International Law
• International Relations
• Global Governance
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William W. Burke-White is Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School , where he is a leading scholar at the intersection of international law and international relations. He also serves as Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution and Senior Advisor to White & Case LLP , bridging academic research with policy and legal practice. He previously held leadership roles as Inaugural Director of Perry World House (2014–2019) and Deputy Dean of Penn Law (2011–2014). Harvard University – A.B., J.D. University of Cambridge – Ph.D. in International Relations (Fulbright Scholar) Burke-White’s research focuses on global governance, multilateral institutions, U.S. foreign policy, human rights, and international economic law . His work examines how shifting power dynamics affect international legal structures and how sub-state actors influence global norms. He has significant regional expertise in Russia, Eastern Europe, and Latin America . His current book project explores the new geography of global governance . His recent scholarly output reveals a consistent trend toward analyzing institutional reform, legal pluralism, and the interplay between domestic and international law . He frequently publishes in top journals on topics such as investor-state arbitration, complementarity in international criminal law, and the legitimacy of global legal regimes. His work often combines doctrinal legal analysis with political science theory. A. Leo Levin Award (2008) Robert A. Gorman Award for Excellence in Teaching (2007) Burke-White has advised governments, law firms, and investment funds on sanctions, sovereign debt, and international litigation. He has served as an expert witness in international arbitrations and currently advises sovereign states on cases before the International Court of Justice . He is also active in media commentary, contributing to The Hill, CNN, The Atlantic , and others. He has taught as a visiting professor at institutions including Harvard Law, Hebrew University, and Moscow State Institute of International Relations .

• Biodiversity
• Ecosystem Functioning
• Plant-Soil Interactions
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Liesje Mommer is a Professor at Wageningen University & Research, affiliated with the Department of Environmental Sciences and the Plant Ecology and Nature Conservation Group. She leads the Wageningen Biodiversity Initiative (WBI), focusing on biodiversity's role in food systems and planetary health. Her research investigates how plant-root interactions with soil fungi influence ecosystem functioning, particularly in grassland biodiversity experiments. She is recognized as a Highly Cited Scientist (2021-2022) and has contributed to paradigm shifts in root economics and functional trait ecology. Her work bridges ecology and policy, advising on soil health legislation and public awareness campaigns. Key research themes include belowground disease dynamics, root trait variation, and the application of biodiversity principles to sustainable agriculture. Notable collaborations include leading the international sROOT and RootFun workgroups with Prof. Alex Weigelt (University of Leipzig). Literature highlights include a 2023 New Phytologist study on fungal-root trait relationships and a Nature reflection paper on trait selection methodologies. Awards include the Hugo de Vries Award for her student Eline Ampt's thesis on plant-pathogen interactions.

Christian MessierView profile

Professor

• Forest Ecology
• Tree Resilience to Global Changes
• Urban Forestry
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Christian Messier is a Professor at the University of Quebec in Outaouais (UQO) in the Department of Natural Sciences and at the University of Quebec in Montreal (UQAM) in the Department of Biological Sciences. He serves as Scientific Director of the Institute of Temperate Forest Sciences (ISFORT) and holds two prestigious research chairs: the Canada Research Chair on Tree Resilience to Global Changes and the NSERC/Hydro-Québec Chair on Tree Growth Control. His academic career spans over three decades since completing his Ph.D. in forest sciences from the University of British Columbia in 1991. Dr. Messier's research focuses on two primary areas: the complex functioning of managed natural forest systems to develop management approaches that promote resilience in the face of global changes, and the study of trees and urban forests to reconcile the needs of minimizing negative impacts of trees on human infrastructure while maximizing ecosystem services. His work integrates field studies, simulation modeling, and network theory to address pressing challenges in forest ecology and management. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on urban forest resilience, functional diversity in forest ecosystems, and nature-based solutions for climate adaptation. The research shows a clear trajectory toward more applied, solution-oriented approaches that bridge fundamental ecological understanding with practical forest management applications across diverse spatial scales from individual trees to entire landscapes. Francqui Foundation Chair (Belgium) - 2020 Member of The Royal Society of Canada - 2019 Personality of the Year 'Radio-Canada/Le Droit' - 2017 Humboldt Research Award - 2016 Prix Acfas – Michel-Jurdant - 2010 Canadian Forestry Scientific Achievement Award - 2006 Dr. Messier has supervised over 40 graduate students throughout his career and currently leads multiple major research projects including the Canada Research Chair on Forest Resilience, the NSERC/Hydro-Québec Chair on Tree Growth Control, and the SylvCIT project for urban forest immunization against global change. His research has been supported by significant grants from NSERC, Canada Research Chairs program, Hydro-Québec, and other major funding agencies. He directs the Messier lab with research assistants Kim Bannon and Fanny Maure, and collaborates with numerous researchers across Canada and internationally. His team studies diverse aspects of forest ecology including soil dynamics, functional composition of tree communities, nature-based solutions for climate adaptation, and ecophysiology of maple water flow. The lab maintains strong connections with the International Diversity Experiment Network with Trees (IDENT) and other major forest research initiatives.

Rachel KerrView profile

Professor

• Transitional Justice
• Post-Conflict Societies
• International Criminal Law
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Professor Rachel Kerr is a leading scholar in the Department of War Studies at King’s College London, specializing in transitional justice, international criminal law, and the role of art in post-conflict reconciliation. She co-convenes the War Crimes Research Group and leads the Visual and Embodied Methodologies Network , focusing on intersectional gendered violence. Education: PhD and MA in War Studies from King’s College London; BA in International History and Politics from University of Leeds Research: Explores judicial intervention in the ICTY, Sierra Leone Court, and UK war crime allegations in Iraq; current work bridges art with peacebuilding in Bosnia, Canada, and South Africa Teaching: Courses on Conflict, Rights, and Justice; International Law and the Use of Force; War and Genocide Her AHRC-funded research project Art and Reconciliation: Conflict, Culture and Community (2016-2021) produced interdisciplinary insights into creative peacebuilding. She also leads ESRC research on visual methodologies for gendered violence studies. Awards: Elected to International Institute for Strategic Studies (2001) Elected to Royal Institute for International Affairs (2001) Recent publications analyze art’s role in Bosnian reconciliation, digital data in transitional justice, and Canada’s reconciliation processes. She supervises PhD research on topics spanning UK war crimes, post-conflict education, and atrocity prevention.

Dapo AkandeView profile

Professor

• Public International Law
• Law of Armed Conflict
• International Criminal Law
• +10 more

Dapo Akande is the Chichele Professor of Public International Law at the University of Oxford’s Faculty of Law and a Fellow of All Souls College. He is Co-Director of the Oxford Institute for Ethics, Law and Armed Conflict (ELAC) at the Blavatnik School of Government and has held visiting positions at Yale, Melbourne, and other institutions. Since January 2023, he has served as a Member of the United Nations International Law Commission. His academic background and research span public international law, with a focus on the law of armed conflict, international criminal law, human rights, law of international organizations, and cyber operations. He is a generalist with deep expertise in the regulation of armed conflict, humanitarian access, and accountability mechanisms. His recent scholarship addresses critical issues such as the crime of aggression, immunity of state officials, targeted killings by drones, and humanitarian relief in conflict zones. His work on the Oxford Guidance on the Law Relating to Humanitarian Relief Operations , commissioned by UN OCHA, has shaped policy and legal understanding globally. He co-authored the authoritative Oppenheim’s International Law: The United Nations , which won the 2019 ASIL Certificate of Merit. The trends in his publications reveal a sustained engagement with the evolving legal frameworks governing war, accountability, and state responsibility. His work bridges doctrinal analysis with practical policy impact, particularly in the areas of drone warfare, ICC jurisdiction, and humanitarian law compliance. Scientific awards and recognition include: Certificate of Merit, American Society of International Law (2019) Akande has served as legal adviser to the UK Parliament’s All Party Parliamentary Group on Drones and to multiple international bodies, including the UN Security Council, Human Rights Council, and ICRC. He has advised national courts (including the UK Supreme Court) and acted in cases before the ICJ, ICC, and ECtHR. He is founding editor of EJIL:Talk! and has held editorial roles in leading journals such as the American Journal of International Law and European Journal of International Law . He leads several research initiatives, including the Oxford Process on International Law Protections in Cyberspace, and previously co-directed the Oxford Martin Programme on Human Rights for Future Generations and the ERC-funded project on the Individualisation of War. He is actively involved in global policy through advisory roles with the US State Department, UK Ministry of Defence AI Ethics Panel, and the Ukrainian Government Working Group on war damage compensation.

Karen BaradView profile

Professor

• Science studies
• multispecies studies
• science & justice
• +8 more

Karen Barad is Distinguished Professor of History of Consciousness at the University of California, Santa Cruz, with joint appointments in Philosophy and Feminist Studies. She holds a Ph.D. in theoretical particle physics from SUNY Stony Brook and previously held a tenured position in a physics department before transitioning to interdisciplinary work. At UCSC, she is affiliated with the Humanities Division and serves as faculty in the History of Consciousness Department and Philosophy Department. Barad earned her Ph.D. in Physics from SUNY Stony Brook, building a foundation in theoretical particle physics before moving toward more interdisciplinary work. Her unique trajectory from physics to philosophy and feminist studies has shaped her distinctive approach to questions of matter, meaning, and ethics. Barad's research spans multiple disciplines including science studies, multispecies studies, physics, nuclear studies, continental philosophy, epistemology, ontology, ethics, politics, and philosophy of physics. Her theoretical framework of "agential realism" has significantly influenced feminist theory, science studies, and philosophy. She approaches questions of matter, meaning, and ethics through the lens of quantum physics, developing concepts like intra-action, diffraction, and entanglement as philosophical tools. Her work challenges traditional boundaries between subject/object, nature/culture, and human/non-human. Her publications over the last two decades reveal a consistent engagement with the intersections of science, philosophy, and ethics, particularly focusing on how material-discursive practices shape reality. Barad's work increasingly addresses ecological concerns, nuclear legacies, and questions of justice, demonstrating how scientific concepts can inform ethical and political thought. Her writing moves fluidly between theoretical physics, feminist theory, and philosophical inquiry, creating new pathways for understanding the entanglement of matter and meaning. honorary doctorate from Gothenburg University Fulbright fellowship Kresge College Teaching Award Barad has received significant recognition for her scholarship and her research has been generously supported by major funding organizations including the National Science Foundation, the Ford Foundation, the Hughes Foundation, the Irvine Foundation, the Mellon Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Humanities. As Co-Director of the Science & Justice Graduate Training Program at UCSC, Barad has mentored numerous graduate students and shaped interdisciplinary research connecting scientific inquiry with questions of social justice. Her collaborative work with scholars like Jenny Reardon has helped establish science & justice as a vital field of inquiry. Barad's approach to mentoring emphasizes the ethical responsibilities inherent in scientific and philosophical practices. Through her leadership in the Science & Justice Research Center, which she helped found, Barad has fostered innovative collaborations across disciplines, creating spaces where scientists, humanists, and social scientists can work together on pressing contemporary issues. Her work continues to influence multiple fields, with ongoing projects exploring nuclear colonialism, ecological ethics, and the material consequences of scientific practices.

Carla FerstmanView profile

Professor

• Public International Law
• Human Rights Law
• International Criminal Law
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Professor Carla Ferstman serves as Director of the Human Rights Centre at Essex Law School, University of Essex, holding a full Professorship since October 2021 after previously serving as Senior Lecturer from January 2018 to September 2021. She is an internationally recognized expert in human rights law with extensive practical experience in international human rights institutions. Education: DPhil in Public International Law from University of Oxford (2015) LLM in International Law from New York University (1998) Barrister and Solicitor from British Columbia Bar Association (1994) LL.B in Law from University of British Columbia (1993) BA in Philosophy from University of Western Ontario (1990) Professor Ferstman's research spans three interconnected domains: Public International Law (focusing on law of international organizations, consular assistance, and application of human rights principles); Human Rights Law (specializing in enforcement mechanisms, remedies and reparation, accountability of state and non-state actors, and terrorism law); and International Criminal Law (particularly victims' rights, reparations, prosecutorial discretion, and complementarity). Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation challenges. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly complex human rights implementation issues, with growing emphasis on accountability mechanisms, civil society space protection, and the practical realities of reparation systems. Her scholarship shows particular focus on the tension between state sovereignty and human rights obligations, especially in migration contexts and peacekeeping operations. Scientific Awards: Essex Faculty of Arts and Humanities Supervisor of the Year award (2022) MacArthur Foundation Award for Creative and Effective Institutions (awarded to REDRESS during her tenure as Director) Professor Ferstman actively supervises doctoral candidates in human rights and law, with current students including Matteo Bassetti, Benjamin Khastan, Kani Areef, and Nataly Santana Sanchez. Her recent grant funding includes projects on Conflict Reporting Ethics (2025, University of Essex), Accountability for Online Harm Under International Criminal Law (2023, Modern Law Review), and UK Government Accountability for International Crimes (2020, University of Essex ESRC IAA). She has held prestigious fellowships including the O'Brien Residential Fellowship at McGill University (2023) and Fernand Braudel Fellowship at the European University Institute (2022). As a member of the Council of Europe's Expert Council on NGO Law since 2018, Professor Ferstman contributes to shaping civil society regulation across Europe. She also serves on the Justice Rapid Response SGBV Justice Experts Roster and the Advisory Committee of Lawyers for Justice in Libya, demonstrating her commitment to practical human rights implementation beyond academic work.

Douglas GuilfoyleView profile

Professor

• Maritime Security
• International Law of the Sea
• International Criminal Law
• +6 more

Professor Douglas Guilfoyle is a Professor at UNSW Canberra within the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, where he joined in 2018. He is a 2022-2025 Australian Research Council Future Fellow working on "Small States' use of law of the sea litigation against greater powers" (FT210100186). He is also a non-resident fellow at the Sea Power Centre - Australia and was a Visiting Legal Fellow at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (2018-2019). Professor Guilfoyle's educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy (International Law), University of Cambridge, 2007 Master of Laws (International Law), University of Cambridge, 2004 Bachelor of Arts (Hons I) and Bachelor of Laws (Hons I) Australian National University, 2000 Professor Guilfoyle's research focuses on maritime security, the international law of the sea, and international and transnational criminal law. His particular areas of specialism include maritime law-enforcement, the law of naval warfare, international courts and tribunals, and the history of international law. His work examines how small States use UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) dispute settlement mechanisms to gain political advantages in conflicts with greater powers. His research crosses over from the maritime domain to international criminal law generally, including questions of the effectiveness of international criminal tribunals and the law of superior responsibility. He has made significant contributions to understanding counter-piracy efforts, maritime interdiction operations, and the protection of submarine cables in the context of modern security challenges. Professor Guilfoyle's recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward examining the intersection of emerging technologies and maritime law, particularly regarding autonomous vessels. His work also shows a deep engagement with the strategic use of international law by small states, maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region, and the evolving role of international courts and tribunals in resolving complex maritime disputes. His scholarship consistently bridges theoretical legal frameworks with practical security concerns. Professor Guilfoyle has received several prestigious awards and fellowships: 2022-2025 Australian Research Council Future Fellow Gates Cambridge Scholar, 2004-2007 British Council Chevening Scholar, 2003-2004 British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship, 2012-2013 Professor Guilfoyle has secured significant research funding including an Australian Research Council Future Fellowship ($948,000, 2022-2025) for his project on "The use of strategic law of the sea litigation by small States against greater powers," and an Australian Research Council Discovery Project ($158,000, 2020-2023) on "Legal Regulation of Marine Autonomous Vehicles." His research is informed by extensive consultancy work with various government and international organizations. Prior to joining UNSW Canberra, he held academic positions at Monash University and University College London, and has practical legal experience as a judicial associate in the Australian Federal Court and as a commercial litigation solicitor in Sydney. Professor Guilfoyle is a frequent contributor to leading international law blogs such as EJIL:talk and Opinio Juris, demonstrating his active engagement with the international legal community and current developments in the field.

• Labour Economics
• Financial Market Imperfections
• Globalization
• +5 more

Giovanni Pica is a Full Professor of Economics and Dean of the Faculty of Economics at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI). He holds affiliations with the Institute of Political Economy (IdEP) and research centers like Centro Studi Luca D'Agliano, CSEF, and fRDB. His expertise spans Labour Economics, Financial Market Imperfections, and Globalization effects on labour markets. Education: Ph.D. from Universitat Pompeu Fabra, followed by roles at the University of Southampton, University of Salerno, and University of Milan. Current research focuses on internal capital/labour markets within organizations, non-tariff measures' impact on firms, and occupational licensing. Recent work addresses skilled immigration's dual economic impacts, firm organizational responses to trade barriers, and youth unemployment drivers. His findings appear in top journals like the Review of Economic Studies and Journal of Financial Economics. No scientific awards explicitly listed here. His teaching and research emphasize applied economics, education disparities, and labour market institutions. He advises on policy-relevant topics and collaborates across institutions to address economic challenges.

Priyasha SaksenaView profile

Associate Professor

• International Law
• Imperial Legal History
• Law and Society
• +3 more

Dr. Priyasha Saksena is an Associate Professor at the School of Law, University of Leeds. She holds a SJD from Harvard University and a BA LLB from National Law School of India University. Her research focuses on imperial legal history, particularly the development of legal concepts under the British Empire and their contemporary impacts. Key areas include international law's role in colonial authority and the regulation of migrant healthcare workers. She co-leads the AHRC-funded 'Making it to the Registers' project (£535,114), examining migrant healthcare workers' regulatory challenges in the UK. Notable awards include the 2021 Sutherland Prize for legal history and a 2024 Hart-SLSA Prize shortlist for her book on princely states' sovereignty. She is affiliated with the Centre for Law and Social Justice and the Centre for Innovation and Research in Legal Education. Education: SJD, Harvard University BA LLB, National Law School of India University Research interests span two main themes: 1) international law's use as a tool of imperial authority, exemplified by her book analyzing princely states' sovereignty debates, and 2) legal frameworks governing migrant workers, particularly healthcare professionals. Her work bridges historical and contemporary legal systems, emphasizing colonial legacies in modern legal structures. She collaborates with institutions like the British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin to produce policy-informed historical analyses. Her recent publications explore domicile law's evolution in divorce jurisdiction, colonial legal hybridity, and migrant healthcare regulation. Awards highlight her contributions to legal historiography, while her current projects address systemic barriers faced by migrant professionals. Supervising postgraduate researcher Damarie Kalonzo, she mentors scholars in law and society studies. Awards: Hart-SLSA Prize for Early Career Academics (2024, shortlisted) ASLH Sutherland Prize (2021) Dr. Saksena’s work intersects legal academia with social justice advocacy, addressing gaps between historical legal practices and contemporary governance. She actively participates in interdisciplinary collaborations, such as the 'Making it to the Registers' project, which combines historical research with qualitative interviews to document migrant carers' regulatory experiences.