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Margarita Boenig-Liptsin is a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Ethics, Technology and Society at ETH Zurich's Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences, a position she has held since September 2022. Trained in Science, Technology and Society with dual PhDs from Harvard University (History of Science) and Université Paris-Sorbonne (Philosophy), she brings interdisciplinary expertise to examining the relationship between technology, power, democracy, and ethics. Her research spans several interconnected areas focusing on transformations to human identity and citizenship in relation to information technologies across time and cultures. She investigates the social and political aspects of digital technologies, identity and selfhood in technological societies, ethics of technology, and comparative cultures of innovation. Her work uniquely bridges historical analysis with contemporary ethical concerns, examining how concepts like human dignity evolve alongside technological developments from punch cards to AI governance frameworks. Her recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strong focus on AI ethics, data justice, and the philosophical implications of algorithmic systems. These works demonstrate her consistent interest in how technology shapes democratic processes, citizenship, and ethical frameworks. Her research shows progression from historical studies of computer literacy programs to contemporary analyses of generative AI's impact on knowledge production and everyday ethics. Her scientific recognition includes: NSF funding for her collaborative project on Silicon Valley's innovation imaginary Mozilla Foundation Responsible Computer Science Challenge grant (2018-2021) Academic Data Science Alliance support (2020-2022) Sorbonne Université's Paris IAS Chair on 'Major Changes' (2021-2022) At ETH Zurich, she leads research and teaching initiatives that build connections between engineering and social sciences. Previously at UC Berkeley, she directed the Human Contexts and Ethics Program, developing the Human Contexts and Ethics component for data science education. Her work consistently emphasizes translating social science theory for diverse audiences and connecting scholarly work to community needs in Zurich, Switzerland, and Europe. She teaches courses including 'Artificial Intelligence and Human Values' and 'Research in Ethics, Technology and Society' for the Fall 2025 semester.

• Social and political aspects of digital technologies
• Identity and citizenship in technological societies
• Ethics of Technology
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Konstantinos Karapiperis is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at EPFL's Laboratory of Multiscale Modeling of Materials (LMD), within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). His research integrates mechanics , multiscale modeling , and data science to study geomaterials and structural materials. PhD in Applied Mechanics (minor in Applied Mathematics), Caltech Postdoctoral Researcher & Lecturer, ETH Zürich (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship) Research focuses on granular materials , architected materials , and nonlocal modeling using techniques like Level-Set Discrete Element Method (LS-DEM) and machine learning . Recent work explores fracture control via graph neural networks and thermodynamics-informed models. Selected scientific award: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship Teaches courses in Soil Mechanics and Multiscale Modeling . PhD students include Thomas Henzel and Hrishikesh Gopakumar Menon. His Data-Driven Mechanics Laboratory (LMD) develops predictive tools for granular and structured material behavior.

• Solid Mechanics
• Multiscale Modeling
• Data Science
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Cesla Amarelle serves as Full Professor and Chairholder of Public Law and Migration Law at the University of Neuchâtel's Faculty of Law. Her academic leadership extends to co-directing the Swiss Center for Migration Law (CDM) and contributing to national research initiatives including the National Center of Competence in Research (NCCR) 'On the Move'. She concurrently holds significant public appointments as Chair of the Institute of European Law at the University of Fribourg and Federal Commissioner for Women's Issues, with recent expert designation to the Federal Round Table on signature collection integrity for 2024. Her academic foundation includes a law degree from the University of Lausanne (1996), LL.M. in European and International Economic Law from the University of Fribourg, and doctoral thesis from the University of Lausanne (2004). Her career progression at the University of Neuchâtel spans assistant professor (2009-2014), extraordinary professor (2015-2016), and full professor positions since 2016, complemented by earlier research roles at Swiss National Science Foundation and University of Fribourg. Professor Amarelle's research centers on migration law frameworks, human rights protections in asylum systems, and constitutional dimensions of European integration. Her work critically examines the intersection of migration governance with digital technologies, climate change impacts, and gender equality. Current projects analyze temporary protection regimes, non-refoulement principles in technological contexts, and the evolving relationship between Swiss migration law and European legal frameworks. Her scholarship consistently bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical policy implementation challenges. Her extensive publication record demonstrates evolving focus from foundational migration law codification toward contemporary challenges including digital discrimination, child rights in emergency contexts, and sustainable finance frameworks. Recent scholarship reflects increasing engagement with technological impacts on migration governance and the humanitarian dimensions of temporary protection systems, while maintaining rigorous analysis of constitutional and European law interfaces. Professor Amarelle actively contributes to academic and public discourse through leadership in the Swiss Center for Migration Law and participation in the NCCR 'On the Move' consortium. Her public service includes significant political roles as Vaud State Councilor for Education (2017-2022) and National Councilor (2011-2017), where she chaired key committees on political institutions and finance while representing Swiss higher education interests nationally. She maintains active engagement with professional associations including the Swiss Conference of Higher Education Institutions and Conference of Directors of Public Education.

• Migration Law
• Human Rights
• Constitutional Law
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Deborah L. Brake is the John E. Murray Faculty Scholar and Professor of Law at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Her scholarship focuses on gender discrimination, Title IX jurisprudence, and equality theory, with particular emphasis on sports equity, employment law, reproductive justice, and constitutional protections against discrimination. She has authored extensive research on the intersection of gender, law, and social inequality. Brake's research explores feminist legal theory, discrimination doctrine, and civil rights enforcement mechanisms. Her work critically examines: Title IX's application in athletics and education Legal frameworks for addressing pregnancy discrimination Systemic barriers in employment retaliation cases Constitutional dimensions of transgender rights Campus sexual assault adjudication systems Her recent publications demonstrate sustained focus on evolving gender equality issues, including constitutional challenges to transgender athlete bans, feminist jurisprudence legacy, #MeToo-era workplace dynamics, and reproductive rights under Title IX. The scholarship reveals consistent engagement with contemporary civil rights debates through intersectional feminist frameworks.

• Gender Equality
• Title IX
• Discrimination Law
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Raffael N. Fasel is a SNSF Ambizione Senior Researcher at the University of Zurich , with affiliations as an Affiliated Lecturer at the University of Cambridge and Visiting Scholar at NYU Law School . His work bridges animal rights law , constitutional theory , and comparative jurisprudence . Education: Dr. iur. from University of Cambridge, LL.M. from Yale, MA from University College London. Current research focuses on nonhuman legal personhood , direct democracy , and constitutional constraints in global contexts. His publications analyze intersections between legal philosophy and practical governance , including forthcoming work on Animal Rights Law and peer-reviewed articles on topics like Sieyès' constitutional theory and Swiss primate rights cases . He has collaborated with artists on public legal education projects, such as an installation on the monkey selfie case (Naruto v. Slater) in Aarhus Courthouse (2020). Scientific awards: SNSF Ambizione Fellowship Key thematic areas: animal rights law , constitutional self-determination , judicial reasoning , and democratic legitimacy .

• Animal Rights Law
• Constitutional Law
• Direct Democracy
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Professor Cyrill P. Rigamonti is a Tenured Professor of Law at the University of Bern, where he teaches intellectual property law, antitrust/competition law, and media law. He serves as Director of the Institute for Economic Law and Chair of the Department for Economic Law, and is the founder of the Center for the Law of Innovation and Competition (CLIC). Professor Rigamonti is also an elected member of the Federal Arbitral Commission on Copyright and Neighboring Rights, serving as its President since 2024, having previously been Vice President since 2020. Professor Rigamonti holds a S.J.D. from Harvard Law School, an LL.M. from Georgetown University Law Center, and a J.D./Ph.D. from the University of Zurich. He also earned a habilitation from the University of Bern and is admitted to practice in New York and Zurich. His academic career includes a visiting position at the University of Oxford's Faculty of Law and Oxford Intellectual Property Research Centre in Spring 2024. Professor Rigamonti's research focuses on intellectual property law, particularly copyright, patent, and trademark law, as well as competition law. His work examines the intersection of intellectual property with fundamental rights, digital technologies, and international harmonization efforts. He has made significant contributions to understanding Swiss copyright law in comparative perspective, particularly regarding non-original photographs, parody exceptions, and internet service provider liability. His scholarly output shows consistent focus on the evolving relationship between copyright law and digital technologies, with particular attention to secondary liability, parody exceptions, and the protection of non-creative works. Professor Rigamonti's work bridges theoretical analysis with practical legal application, as evidenced by multiple citations of his scholarship in Swiss Federal Supreme Court decisions. Prix Jubilé from the Swiss Academy of Humanities and Social Sciences (first legal scholar to receive this award) Mancini and Addison Brown prizes from Harvard Law School Professor Rigamonti actively engages with the legal profession through his service on editorial boards including the leading Swiss intellectual property law journal (sic!), as a peer reviewer for the International Review of Intellectual Property and Competition Law (IIC), and as National Correspondent for the Journal of Intellectual Property, Information Technology and E-Commerce Law (JIPITEC). He also serves as Vice President of the Board of the Hans Sigrist Foundation at the University of Bern and on the list of arbitrators for the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework Binding Arbitration Program.

• Intellectual Property Law
• Antitrust/Competition Law
• Copyright Law
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Dr. Sarah Bütikofer is a political scientist affiliated with the University of Zurich , where she serves as a Research Associate and Editor at the Policy Analysis & Evaluation Research Department . She is also a project partner at Sotomo and collaborates with the PEGO Research Group (University of Bern/Eawag) on environmental governance and policy analysis projects. Her academic work focuses on Swiss political systems, legislative professionalization, gender representation, and direct democracy. Her research spans parliamentary studies, including voting behavior in the Zurich Cantonal Council and Swiss Federalism, and the professionalization of cantonal legislatures. She has contributed to environmental policy analysis through collaborations on plastic governance in Bhutan and climate action frameworks. Recent publications address gender equality in Swiss politics, Green Party dynamics, and institutional responses to climate disasters. 2024: Gender and parenting in Swiss Parliament 2023: Green Party impact in Swiss federalism 2022: Women's electoral surge in Switzerland 2020: Institutional peculiarities of Swiss Council of States 2015: Strategic voting and political professionalization Bütikofer actively participates in public debates as an editor for DeFacto and through media engagements with Swiss outlets like SRF and 20 Minuten. She contributes to policy discussions on climate governance, plastic regulation, and Swiss political reform.

• Swiss Politics
• Political Science
• Legislative Behavior
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Bernard S. Black serves as Professor of Finance at Kellogg School of Management and the Nicholas D. Chabraja Professor at Northwestern University School of Law, holding a joint appointment since 2010. He concurrently serves as managing director of the Social Science Research Network and founding chairman of the annual Conference on Empirical Legal Studies. His academic foundation includes: B.A. from Princeton University M.A. in physics from University of California at Berkeley J.D. from Stanford Law School Prior academic roles encompass Professor of Law at Stanford Law School (1998-2004) and Columbia Law School (1988-1998). His research centers on empirical analysis of law-finance interactions, with emphasis on corporate governance frameworks in emerging economies, securities regulation, and medical malpractice systems. Methodologically, he integrates legal scholarship with quantitative finance approaches. Recent publications (2016-2022) demonstrate sustained focus on corporate governance validity testing, causal inference methodologies, and cross-country comparative studies—particularly examining Brazil and BRIK nations. Key themes include board structure efficacy, shareholder rights enforcement, and institutional determinants of market value in developing economies. No scientific awards were documented in source materials. While specific student advisees remain unlisted, Professor Black's extensive co-authorship record (including books like The Law and Finance of Corporate Acquisitions ) indicates active research mentorship. His leadership of the Social Science Research Network and Conference on Empirical Legal Studies constitutes significant community-building beyond traditional advising. He directs the Social Science Research Network as managing director and founded the Conference on Empirical Legal Studies, creating platforms for interdisciplinary law-finance scholarship dissemination.

• Law and finance
• International corporate governance
• Corporate and securities law
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Axel Tschentscher serves as Professor of Constitutional Law, Legal Philosophy and Constitutional History at the University of Bern's Faculty of Law since 2005. His academic work bridges German and Swiss constitutional systems with expertise in fundamental rights interpretation, data protection frameworks, and comparative constitutional design. Affiliated with the Institute for Public Law, he maintains an active research profile through publications and case law analysis. His educational background includes law studies in Hamburg, a Cornell Law School LL.M. (1993), German bar admission (1996), American bar admission (1997), a dissertation in legal philosophy from Kiel University (1999), and a Master's in Philosophy from Würzburg University (2001). His habilitation in constitutional law was completed at Würzburg in 2004. Tschentscher's research focuses on constitutional theory , legal philosophy , and constitutional history , with significant contributions to data protection law, fundamental rights interpretation, and comparative constitutional analysis. His work often examines German and Swiss constitutional jurisprudence, particularly the jurisprudence of the German Federal Constitutional Court (BVerfG). Recent publications demonstrate evolving interests in digital privacy frameworks, climate protection obligations, and electoral system design. Analysis of his publications reveals strong emphasis on constitutional interpretation methodologies , fundamental rights protection , and comparative constitutional systems . His scholarly approach combines historical analysis with contemporary legal challenges, particularly in data protection and biotechnology regulation. The case law commentaries highlight his engagement with practical constitutional adjudication. Tschentscher maintains an active supervisory role for Master's theses at the University of Bern, implementing a structured four-stage supervision process including thematic discussion, topic assignment, content consultation, and formal review. His supervision focuses on constitutional law, legal philosophy, and ethics topics relevant to law department specializations. He directs research operations at the Institute for Public Law with a team including Head of Secretariat Sabrina Camenzind and assistants Olga Songs, Julian Marbach, Kathrin Rüegsegger, Patricia von Weissenfluh, and auxiliary staff. His office (D114) operates from Schanzeneckstrasse 1, PO Box 3444, CH-3001 Bern, with published contact channels for academic engagement.

• Constitutional Law
• Legal Philosophy
• Constitutional History
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Christa Tobler is a Professor of European Law at the University of Basel's European Institute and Leiden University. She specializes in EU law, legal equality, and Switzerland-EU bilateral relations. Her research focuses on indirect discrimination, EU-Swiss institutional agreements, and Brexit implications. Tobler holds a habilitation in public law from the University of Basel and has extensive international experience, including teaching at Leiden's advanced EU law programs. Educations: Habilitation (2004), PhD in Swiss Intellectual Property Law (1988), LL.M. in EC Law (Leiden), Zurich Law Degree (1985). Research Interests: EU equality law, bilateral agreements, and legal methodology. She co-authored works on Swiss-EU bilateral economic law and pioneered visual learning tools like the 'EU Law in Charts' project. Recent articles analyze EU-Swiss negotiation challenges, age discrimination, and tax implications of free movement. She frequently engages with media and policy circles, providing expert commentary on EU relations. Advising & Grants: Supervises EU Global Studies theses on EU internal market law, non-discrimination, and regulatory frameworks. Research projects include 'Bilateral Law in Shifting EU Contexts' and 'EU-Swiss Institutional Challenges'. Labs/Teams: Co-founder of EU Law in Charts Project and member of European Equality Law Network. Serves on editorial boards of Swiss International & European Law Journal.

• European Union Law
• Legal Equality and Non-Discrimination
• Switzerland-EU Bilateral Relations
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Prof. Anna Elsner is an Associate Professor of French Studies & Medical Humanities at the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS-HSG) at the University of St. Gallen. Her research focuses on intersections between medical ethics, literature, and film, particularly regarding assisted dying, French philosophy, and palliative care narratives. She holds a BA in Philosophy and Modern Languages from Oxford University (2006). Her work critically examines representations of death and dying in diverse media, including cinema, literature, and activism. Key interests include Marcel Proust’s exploration of mortality, bioethical debates in France, and the ethical dimensions of physician-assisted suicide. She has published analyses of films like 'Mar adentro' and 'Miele,' as well as literary works like Ana Estrada’s blog and Jean-Marie Lorand’s diary. Elsner’s research also engages with global debates on euthanasia legality, disability rights, and palliative care access. She frequently collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including artists and policymakers, to bridge theoretical and practical dimensions of medical humanities. Recent projects include studies on Canadian MAID law reforms and Dutch assisted-dying policies. Her work has been featured in documentaries like 'The Death Debate' and academic analyses of legal cases such as María Benito’s constitutional appeal in Peru. She advocates for nuanced discussions on autonomy, dignity, and societal responsibility in end-of-life decisions.

• Medical Humanities
• Literature and Medicine
• Twentieth and Twenty-First-Century French Literature
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Prof. Dr. Adrian Vatter is a full Professor of Political Science (Swiss Politics) at the Institute of Political Science , University of Bern, since 2009. He previously held professorships at the University of Konstanz (2003–2007) and the University of Zurich (2008–2009). His research focuses on Swiss political institutions, federalism, direct democracy, consociational democracy, subnational governance, and comparative public policy. PhD and Habilitation in Political Science, University of Bern Postdoctoral Fellow, University of California, Los Angeles (1993–1994) Research Fellow, ETH Zurich and University of Basel (1994–1998) His scholarly output spans empirical democracy research, institutional analysis, and federalism studies, with publications in leading journals such as British Journal of Political Science , European Journal of Political Research , and Swiss Political Science Review . He has edited major works including The Handbook of Comparative Political Institutions (2024) and The Oxford Handbook of Swiss Politics (2024). Recent articles highlight institutional impacts on policy processes, economic performance of long constitutions, and crisis resilience of consensus democracies during the COVID-19 pandemic. His work on bicameralism, electoral systems, and subnational democracy has shaped debates on Swiss political reform. Third Prize, Fritz Thyssen Foundation (2008) Second Prize, Fritz Thyssen Foundation (2003) He supervises ongoing dissertations on topics like intercantonal family policy, cantonal legislative functions, and federal reform. His team includes postdocs, scientific collaborators, and student assistants.

• Swiss Politics
• Federalism
• Direct Democracy
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Prof. Dr. Andreas Thier is a Professor and Chair of Legal History, Ecclesiastical Law, Legal Theory, and Private Law at the University of Zurich. Currently on a one-year fellowship at the Historische Kolleg in Munich (HS 2024/FS 2025), his research focuses on medieval legal systems, church-state relations, and the evolution of canonical texts like the Decretum Gratiani. He leads the Legal History App (LHA) project, offering digital resources for legal history education and research. Teaching responsibilities include courses like 'History of Commercial Law' and 'State Church and Canon Law,' supported by the LHA platform. He co-organizes the Zurich Debate Evenings on Legal History (ZAA) and contributes to the Humanities Initiative at UZH. His office is located at Rämistrasse 74/11, Zurich, with contact via lst.thier@rwi.uzh.ch. Recent publications include studies on medieval legal manuscripts and constitutional dynamics across historical eras. He actively supervises doctoral and postdoctoral research through colloquia and collaborates on interdisciplinary legal history projects.

• Legal History
• Medieval Canon Law
• Constitutional Law
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Kyle Rozema is a Professor of Law at Northwestern University's Pritzker School of Law in Chicago, Illinois. His scholarly work spans multiple areas of legal scholarship with a particular focus on judicial behavior, political ideology in the legal profession, occupational licensing, and diversity in legal education. Rozema's research interests include: Political ideology in the legal academy and judiciary Affirmative action and diversity in law schools Occupational licensing requirements in the legal profession Police misconduct and accountability systems Supreme Court dynamics and reform proposals Tax law and incidence His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with empirical legal studies, often employing quantitative methods to examine questions of legal theory and practice. Rozema frequently collaborates with scholars from other institutions including the University of Chicago, Harvard, and Yale, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his work. His research shows clear trends toward examining institutional structures within the legal system and their real-world impacts, with increasing focus on diversity issues and professional regulation in recent years. Professor Rozema has received significant attention for his research, with his papers accumulating over 22,575 downloads and 79 total citations according to SSRN metrics. His work appears in prominent law reviews and interdisciplinary journals. Rozema has made notable contributions to understanding: The ideological composition of the legal academy How law clerk hiring reflects and influences judicial ideology The effectiveness of occupational licensing requirements Patterns of police misconduct and disciplinary responses Historical trends in gender representation in legal education

• Judicial Behavior
• Political Ideology in Law
• Occupational Licensing
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Pierre-Yves Marro is a Swiss and New York qualified attorney serving as Counsel at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan in Zurich while maintaining an active academic role as Privatdozent (Private lecturer) at Zurich University School of Law. He holds Venia Legendi for Public International Law and European Law, teaching courses on International Organizations and International Litigation. Marro is also a member of the Institute for International Law and Comparative Constitutional Law at Zurich University. His educational background includes a summa cum laude Dr. iur. (Ph.D. in Law) from Zurich University School of Law (awarded Prix Paul Guggenheim and Professor Walther Hug Prize), magna cum laude Lic. iur. from the same institution, and an LL.M. in International Legal Studies from NYU School of Law. He has been admitted to the New York Bar since 2011 and the Zurich Bar since 2013. Marro specializes in complex domestic and international proceedings, advising clients in cross-border multi-jurisdictional disputes and pre-litigation strategy. His research interests focus on international law, European law, state immunity, international organizations, and the intersection of public international law with domestic legal systems. His scholarly work demonstrates particular expertise in Swiss civil procedure, enforcement of claims, and the legal status of international organizations. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on Swiss legal frameworks, particularly the Swiss Civil Code and procedural law, while also addressing broader European and international legal contexts. The publications show consistent engagement with practical legal challenges in arbitration, state immunity, financial regulation, and cross-border dispute resolution, reflecting his dual practice in both academic and professional legal settings. Future Leader in Commercial Litigation by Who's Who Legal (2022, 2023, 2024) Rising Star in Commercial Arbitration by Euromoney's Expert Guides (2022) Key Lawyer by Legal 500 EMEA for Arbitration and Litigation (2024, 2025) Highly Recommended for Commercial Litigation by Leaders League Switzerland (2023, 2024) Marro regularly speaks at conferences on litigation and public international law topics and has served as a substitute professor at Zurich University. His professional activities include membership in the Swiss Bar Association, Zurich Bar Association, Swiss Arbitration Association, and Zurich Lawyers Association, demonstrating his active engagement with both academic and professional legal communities in Switzerland.

• International Law
• European Law
• International Litigation
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