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Senarath DharmasenaView profile

Associate Professor

• Consumer Economics
• Applied Demand Analysis
• Agribusiness
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Senarath Dharmasena is an Instructional Associate Professor at the Department of Agricultural Economics within the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences at Texas A&M University. He holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Texas A&M University and an undergraduate degree in Agriculture from the University of Peradeniya. His research focuses on consumer economics, applied demand analysis, agribusiness, and food market dynamics. Dr. Dharmasena’s work explores complex economic systems, including food price inflation, rural land market valuation, and the impact of macroeconomic factors on food security. He employs advanced methodologies like causal inference, machine learning, and hedonic pricing models. His recent publications analyze U.S. demand patterns for alternative food products, energy drinks, and agricultural aviation industry economics. As an associate editor for the Journal of Agribusiness in Developing and Emerging Economies (JADEE), he contributes to academic discourse. His affiliations include Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Agribusiness, Food and Consumer Economics Research Center (AFCERC). His research integrates socioeconomic factors with food policy implications, emphasizing practical applications in agriculture and consumer behavior.

Yu (Yvette) ZhangView profile

Professor

• Behavioral Economics
• Experimental Economics
• Food Economics
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Yu (Yvette) Zhang is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. She holds dual Ph.D.s in Economics (Texas A&M University, 2010) and Biology (Duke University, 2004), and a B.S. in Life Sciences from Peking University (1998). Her research focuses on behavioral and experimental economics, food economics, applied econometrics, and environmental economics. She has been recognized with awards such as the Uma Lele Mentor Award (2023) and contributed to editorial roles at major journals like Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy . Her work addresses critical issues like consumer behavior in food markets, pandemic impacts on global food systems, and policy interventions for sustainable agriculture. Recent studies include analyzing incentive programs to curb brain drain and evaluating the effects of climate change on crop yields. She has advised numerous graduate students and collaborates across disciplines to address complex economic challenges. Education : Ph.D. in Economics, Texas A&M University, 2010 Ph.D. in Biology, Duke University, 2004 B.S. in Life Sciences, Peking University, 1998 Her research intersects agriculture, environment, and policy, with a focus on empirical methods and real-world applications. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to food security, pest management, and consumer preferences for sustainable products.

Elena Castell-PerezView profile

Professor

• Food Engineering
• Biomaterials Science
• Food Safety Technologies
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Elena Castell-Perez is a Professor at Texas A&M University's College of Agriculture & Life Sciences, Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering. She holds a B.S. in Food Engineering from Campinas State University (1980), followed by an M.S. (1984) and Ph.D. (1990) in Agricultural Engineering from Michigan State University. Her research focuses on food safety technologies, including antimicrobial packaging systems, biomass pretreatment for bioenergy, and food irradiation applications. She is affiliated with Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service. Her work integrates nanotechnology (e.g., ZIF-8 nanoparticles) with food engineering to enhance packaging safety and develop sustainable materials. Key contributions include optimizing electron beam irradiation for pathogen decontamination and advancing predictive modeling for microbial contamination risks in fresh produce. She also explores CO₂ capture innovations for agricultural sustainability. Recent articles highlight advancements in antimicrobial delivery systems, 3D-printed biomass composites, and machine learning for food safety prediction. Her research spans food rheology, smart packaging, and waste reduction within the water-energy-food nexus. Dr. Castell-Perez collaborates on multidisciplinary projects involving food phantoms, Monte Carlo simulations for irradiation dosimetry, and agent-based modeling of microbial cross-contamination. Her labs focus on translating engineering principles into practical solutions for the food industry.

Dan S. WallachView profile

Professor

• Computer Security
• Cybersecurity
• Electronic Voting Systems
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Dan S. Wallach is a Professor of Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rice University, and a Program Manager at DARPA's Information Innovation Office since June 2023. He holds a PhD (1999) and MA (1995) from Princeton University, and a BS (1993) from UC Berkeley. His research focuses on cybersecurity, electronic voting systems, and mobile security. He directed the NSF-funded ACCURATE Center (2005-2011), led the STAR-Vote project, and advised U.S. election security policies including testifying before state and federal committees. He also served on the Air Force Science Advisory Board (2011-2015), USENIX Board (2011-2013), and IEEE Technical Guidelines Committee (2019-2023). Recent work includes developing ElectionGuard cryptographic tools for verifiable elections and analyzing cyber warfare in Ukraine. His 15+ years of teaching include courses like Introduction to Program Design and Election Systems Technologies. Publications span secure voting protocols, smartphone security, and election auditing. Collaborations include Microsoft and VotingWorks on cryptographic voting systems like ElectionGuard and Arlo-CVR-Encryption.

Heather ShoenbergerView profile

Associate Professor

• Authenticity and Persuasive Communication
• Emerging Technology in Advertising
• Consumer Behavior in Digital Media
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Heather Shoenberger is an Associate Professor at the Bellisario College of Communications, Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on authenticity in digital advertising, consumer behavior in response to media, and health communication. She explores how emerging technologies like AR and virtual influencers shape advertising efficacy and consumer trust. Her work also examines political communication dynamics and the psychological impacts of media content, including strategies to counter misinformation and enhance message credibility. Shoenberger’s expertise spans multiple areas: the persuasive role of authenticity in advertising, the ethical dimensions of digital media manipulation, and the intersection of health outcomes with media exposure. She has published extensively in journals like the Journal of Advertising Research and Communication Research , addressing topics ranging from virtual influencer effectiveness to crisis communication during pandemics. Her research often highlights practical implications for creating healthier, more transparent media content. Notable areas include strategies to mitigate green skepticism in sustainability campaigns, the persuasive framing of political messages, and leveraging narrative techniques to enhance message credibility in health and environmental contexts. Awards/Achievements: None explicitly listed in the provided text. Advising/Grants: No advising relationships or grants are detailed in the text. Her work primarily focuses on research and scholarly publications.

Michael StankoView profile

Associate Professor

• Marketing
• Innovation Management
• Digital Marketing
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Michael Stanko is an Associate Professor of Marketing at NC State University's Poole College of Management. His research focuses on innovation management, digital marketing strategies, and consumer behavior dynamics. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from Michigan State University (2008). Stanko's work explores how technological advancements like 3D printing, crowdfunding, and social media influence business models and consumer engagement. He has published extensively on topics such as open innovation ecosystems, incumbent firm inertia, and brand management in crisis scenarios. His articles analyze the intersection of technology adoption, market dynamics, and organizational strategies. Recent studies investigate how curiosity drives idea generation in crowdsourcing platforms and how SMEs navigate technological turbulence. He also examines the dual roles of open and proprietary product strategies in innovation success. Stanko advises students on marketing analytics and innovation management. His research has been featured in top-tier journals and industry publications, emphasizing practical applications for businesses seeking to leverage digital tools and collaborative innovation.

Daniele CondorelliView profile

Professor

• Microeconomic Theory
• Networks and Platforms
• Mechanism Design
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Professor Daniele Condorelli is a faculty member in the Department of Economics at the University of Warwick. His research focuses on Microeconomic Theory, Networks and Platforms, and Mechanism Design. He holds a Professor title and is affiliated with the Department of Economics. His work explores topics such as consumer hold-up in ecosystems, data-driven envelopment, and surplus bounds in Cournot competition. His research interests span strategic models of intermediation networks, auction design, and information economics. Notable publications include studies on vertical mergers in digital ecosystems, privacy-policy impacts on data monetization, and optimal mechanism design for market efficiency. Recent articles highlight his contributions to understanding platform competition, resale networks, and algorithmic game theory. His work often intersects with antitrust policy, digital market governance, and incentive design in networked environments. Professor Condorelli advises students in economics and is involved in academic administration, offering office hours by appointment.

Niranjan JanardhananView profile

Lecturer

• Organizational Behavior
• Work Identity Management
• Team Dynamics
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Dr Niranjan Janardhanan is a Lecturer in the Department of Management at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He holds a PhD in Management from the University of Texas at Austin (2018), focusing on organizational behavior. Prior to academia, he worked in semiconductor manufacturing, financial services, and consulting roles across Asia and Europe. His research explores how employees construct and express identities in teams and organizations, with a focus on managing multiple work identities in uncertain environments. He has reviewed for journals like Journal of Applied Psychology and conferences such as the Academy of Management. Dr Janardhanan’s research interests include team cognition, identity work in crises, and the interplay between role expectations and moral decision-making. His work has been published in top-tier journals such as Organization Science and Journal of Applied Psychology . He integrates social network theory and field theory to analyze team dynamics, particularly in contexts involving conflict, precarity, and technological integration. His recent studies investigate human-AI collaboration norms and the impact of collective affect during organizational crises. Education details include a Bachelors and Masters in Electrical Engineering from the National University of Singapore and an MBA in Strategy & Leadership from the Indian School of Business. His interdisciplinary background bridges technical domains with organizational behavior, informing his research on leadership training, skill gaps in retail sectors, and systemic approaches to organizational development. Key themes across his work include the navigation of identity congruence, ethical dilemmas in roles, and leveraging cross-understanding for team performance. While no specific grants or awards are listed, his contributions to peer review and conference participation highlight his active role in advancing organizational behavior scholarship.

Marianne Hundahl HansenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Tourism Law
• Marketing Law
• Consumer Law
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Marianne Hundahl Hansen is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Law, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Aalborg University. She holds a PhD in law and has been actively teaching and conducting research since 2013. Her academic work spans several key areas of private and consumer law, with a strong focus on EU legal frameworks. Research Interests: Her primary research fields include Tourism Law, Marketing Law, Consumer Law, EU Law, Contract Law, Tort Law, Obligations Law, Sales Law, Enforcement Law, and Insolvency Law. She is particularly interested in the legal challenges surrounding green marketing and consumer protection in the digital and tourism sectors. Publication Trends: Her recent and forthcoming publications (2024–2025) reflect a strong focus on regulatory compliance in green marketing, consumer rights in package travel, and documentation requirements in environmental claims. These works demonstrate a consistent engagement with EU-level legal harmonization and consumer protection mechanisms, often blending doctrinal analysis with policy-oriented insights. Scientific Engagement: Guest writer at Turistmonitor on legal issues in tourism Contributor to public legal discourse through media appearances Active participant in academic events such as AAU Learning Day, Law Talk, and industry forums Administrative and Professional Service: She is a member of the Joint Committee at the Department of Law, board member of Djøf-klubben at AAU, and board member of the Staff Association at the Department of Law. She also served as a legal officer at the Danish Competition and Consumer Authority (2021–2022). Supervision and Teaching: Marianne has supervised numerous bachelor projects and master’s theses in her fields of expertise and continues to teach across a broad range of legal subjects, contributing significantly to legal education at Aalborg University.

Deanna HouseView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Quantitative Risk Management
• Behavioral Information Security
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Deanna House is an Assistant Professor in the Information Systems and Quantitative Analysis department at the University of Nebraska at Omaha's College of Information Science and Technology. She co-directs the Nebraska Deterrence Lab and serves as a research fellow for NSRI, along with mentoring the USSTRATCOM Fellows program. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Information Systems from the University of Texas at Arlington and prior roles in Human Resources as a Business Systems Analyst. Bachelor of Science, Bellevue University, Management of Human Resources (2002) Master of Science, University of Nebraska at Omaha, MIS (2006) PhD, University of Texas at Arlington, Information Systems and Operations Management (2013) Dr. House specializes in behavioral cybersecurity, privacy, and quantitative risk management, with a focus on deterrence in critical infrastructure. Her research bridges individual user behavior with organizational and governmental security strategies. Recent publications highlight trends in cybersecurity education, phishing behavior, AI ethics, and infrastructure protection. She has contributed to journals like Computers & Security and Journal of Cybersecurity , with 2025 work on DoD cyber deterrence. NSRI Research Fellow Her teaching covers Risk Management, Cybersecurity, and Systems Analysis, utilizing tools like Visual Paradigm Online for technical diagrams. She actively presents at conferences such as ICIS and DSI, advocating for ethics and workforce development in technology.

• Operations Research
• Behavioral Economics
• Game Theory
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Ilkka Leppänen is an Assistant Professor (2nd term) at Aalto University's Department of Information and Service Management. His research focuses on behavioral operational research, game theory, and systems intelligence, with a particular emphasis on integrating psychophysiological methods to study decision-making processes in strategic interactions. Key research areas include emotional responses in negotiations, evolutionary stability of preferences in duopoly markets, and the application of systems thinking to complex organizational challenges. His work bridges theoretical models with empirical experiments, often employing psychophysiological measurements to understand human behavior in competitive and collaborative settings. Leppänen has contributed to advancements in behavioral OR through interdisciplinary studies, including the analysis of cooperation mechanisms in Stackelberg and Cournot games, as well as the design of educational platforms for operations management simulations. His research frequently addresses practical interventions to improve decision-making in real-world contexts. Notable collaborations include studies with Raimo P. Hämäläinen and Etiënne A.J.A. Rouwette, exploring topics such as strategic timing in duopolies and the impact of emotional states on economic interactions. His publications span prestigious journals like the European Journal of Operational Research and the Journal of Neuroscience, Psychology, and Economics.

• Circular Economy
• Material Recycling Technologies
• Sustainability in Production Systems
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Prof. Kathrin Greiff is a University Professor at the Chair of Anthropogenic Material Cycles and Institute of Processing, Coking, and Briquetting at RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Georesources and Materials Engineering. Her work focuses on advancing circular economy principles through innovative recycling technologies, sensor-based material flow analysis, and sustainability assessments. She leads research initiatives like the DACE Academy and the Material Assessment Lab, which explore sensor integration, waste valorization, and decarbonization strategies in industrial processes. Her research interests include optimizing mechanical recycling processes for plastics and construction materials, developing machine learning-driven sorting systems, and evaluating environmental impacts across material lifecycles. Recent projects highlight applications in lightweight packaging waste, steel forging decarbonization, and polystyrene insulation recycling. She collaborates closely with industry to translate research into scalable solutions for sustainable material management. Prof. Greiff’s publications emphasize technical feasibility studies, life cycle assessments, and cross-disciplinary approaches to circular economy challenges. Her work contributes to policy frameworks for sustainable resource use and eco-design principles in manufacturing.

• Sustainable Consumption
• Moral Identity
• International Business
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Dr. Laura Salciuviene is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Strategy and International Business at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham, UK, where she has been since 2022. She previously served as a lecturer at Lancaster University from 2008 to 2021. She is a Senior Fellow of Advance HE, reflecting her commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. PhD in Business and Administration (Marketing) MSc (Hons) in Business Management BSc in Business Management Her research centers on moral identity, sustainable consumption, cross-cultural influences, and digital environments . She investigates how individual attitudes shape sustainable business strategies across international contexts. Her work spans consumer behavior, organizational ethics, and strategic management, often integrating psychological and sociocultural perspectives. She has published in journals such as Journal of Consumer Marketing , International Business Review , and Sustainability , with recent focus on moral identity, circular economy, and sustainable business practices. Her recent publications reveal a strong thematic focus on sustainability in both personal and organizational contexts, particularly examining the psychological and cultural drivers of pro-environmental behavior. She also contributes to educational resources, including a digital course on sustainable and circular consumption. Dr. Salciuviene is actively involved in the academic community: Member of the Editorial Review Board, Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing Session and Track Chair at international conferences (BAM, EIBA, ERCP) External and Internal Examiner for PhD theses at Alliance MBS, Lancaster, and Manchester She teaches postgraduate modules in Advanced Strategy, International Business Strategy, and Cross-Cultural Management , and serves as Module Leader and Academic Integrity Officer. While no formal advisees are listed, her PhD examination roles indicate strong engagement with doctoral research. She has industry experience in retail management and contributes to knowledge transfer through Udemy. No formal scientific awards are mentioned.

Inci ToralView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Marketing
• Retailing
• Strategic Marketing
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Dr Inci Toral is an Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing at the Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. She holds a PhD in Marketing and Management and has developed innovative marketing and management courses since 2012. Her teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including courses such as Event Management (UK and Singapore) and Services and Retail Strategy (UK and Dubai). Her educational background includes: PhD in Marketing and Management (2012) MSc in Information Technologies Management (2008) BA in Management (1990) Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, UK (2019) Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2013) Dr Toral's research focuses on digital marketing, retailing, strategic marketing, social media marketing, B2B marketing, and blended learning pedagogy. She explores digital services, responsible marketing education, and creativity in marketing education. Her work combines academic rigor with practical application, drawing from her prior experience as a senior manager in retail banking and project management in technology and banking sectors. Her recent publications highlight trends in digital consumption, smart home adoption, retail atmospherics, and responsible marketing education. These works reflect a strong emphasis on consumer behavior in digital environments, ethical marketing practices, and pedagogical innovation in higher education. She holds leadership roles including Education Lead for the Department, Programme Directorship, and Academic Integrity Officer, contributing to curriculum design, staff mentoring, and academic operations. Dr Toral has not been mentioned as receiving specific scientific awards in the provided text. She advises on course development and academic integrity but no named students are listed as her advisees. She is actively involved in research and teaching with no indication of retirement or part-time status.

• Contract Law
• Intellectual Property Law
• Digital Law
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Jacques de Werra is a full professor of the law of obligations and intellectual property law at the Faculty of Law, University of Geneva, where he also directs the Digital Law Center established in 2020. He previously served as Vice-Rector of the University (2015–2019), overseeing scientific information, technology transfer, and the 'Digital University' initiative. He has held visiting professorships at Stanford, Columbia, Paris 2, and other leading institutions and was a Faculty Fellow at Harvard’s Berkman Klein Center (2012–2014). His research centers on contract law, intellectual property, digital law, and alternative dispute resolution. He leads the Swiss Contract Law (SCL) project, contributes annually to Le Journal des Tribunaux , and participated in the Swiss National Science Foundation’s CO 2020 project to recast the general part of the Code of Obligations. His scholarly work explores AI transparency, FRAND licensing, trade secrets, sports IP, and digital governance. He has published extensively in journals such as Journal of Intellectual Property Law & Practice , WIPO Magazine , and Harvard Journal of Law & Technology , and edits the p®opriété intelle©tuelle book series. His recent publications reflect a strong focus on digital contracts, IP in the context of AI and big data, arbitration of technology disputes, and legal responses to public health crises. These works demonstrate a consistent engagement with the intersection of law, technology, and global policy. De Werra serves on the editorial boards of revue sic! , Jusletter , and the Cahiers de propriété intellectuelle (Canada), and is a French-speaking editor of Jusletter . He is a member of professional bodies including the Licensing Executives Society (LES), the International Literary and Artistic Association (ALAI), ATRIP, and the Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA). He is on WIPO’s list of experts for domain name dispute resolution. He mentors doctoral candidates and has supervised several PhD theses in IP and contract law. He coordinates the Digital Law Summer School and organizes the annual Intellectual Property Law Day. He has received research funding from the Swiss National Science Foundation and led institutional projects on digital strategy and data governance. De Werra is actively involved in research centers and training programs in intellectual property, ICT law, and digital governance, both within and beyond the University of Geneva. He has contributed to policy reports for the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property and co-authored authoritative commentaries on Swiss IP law.