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Sarah Bracke is a Professor in Sociology of Gender and Sexuality at the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, University of Amsterdam . Her work critically examines intersections of gender, sexuality, race, and secularism, particularly in European contexts. She is deeply engaged in analyzing systemic crises—capitalist, nationalist, and ecological—and their impact on marginalized communities. Current Affiliation : University of Amsterdam, Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. Research Focus : Gender theory, reproductive rights, anti-LGBTQ+ mobilizations, secularism, and the political dimensions of care economies. Bracke’s research emphasizes the deliberate erosion of gender, reproductive, and LGBTQ+ rights, often highlighting transnational collaborations among far-right and mainstream political forces. She connects these issues to broader crises, including climate change, capitalist precarity, and nationalist rhetoric. Her work advocates for feminist coalitions that transcend traditional boundaries, prioritizing care ethics and collective solidarity over exclusionary frameworks. Her recent publications explore topics like the racialized dimensions of reproductive politics, the secularist underpinnings of European ‘Muslim Question’ discourse, and the role of academia in resisting oppressive systems. Although no specific awards or advisees are mentioned in the text, Bracke’s scholarship consistently bridges feminist theory, critical race analysis, and critiques of neoliberalism, urging transformative responses to global crises.

• Gender studies
• LGBTQ+ rights
• Reproductive rights
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Susan Schreibman serves as Full Professor and Key Domain Chair of Digital Arts and Culture within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Maastricht University. She concurrently holds board positions at the National Library of Ireland and Research School Media Studies, and serves as Academic Editor for the University of Illinois Press. Her research centers on computationally-driven analysis of digital archives, cultural innovation, and participatory engagement design, with core specializations in Digital Humanities, Media Studies, Literary Modernism, and Irish Cultural Studies. She pioneers methodologies for remediating analog publication modalities into born-digital paradigms while critically examining their societal impact. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in 3D digital scholarship (particularly multimodal historical narratives like the Battle of Mount Street Bridge project), feminist approaches to digital humanities infrastructure, and social justice applications in archival systems. Her work consistently bridges technical innovation with cultural critique across heritage, education, and gender studies contexts. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Professor Schreibman leads significant research initiatives including PURE3D Contested Memories and #dariahTeach, indicating active grant-funded collaborations though specific funding sources remain unmentioned. Her editorial role for University of Illinois Press and co-edited volumes like Feminist Digital Humanities: Intersections in Practice (2025) demonstrate scholarly leadership. She directs the PURE3D project developing 3D reconstructions of historical events, contributes to the #dariahTeach digital humanities education platform, and participates in the IGNITE initiative advancing digital scholarly practices. These efforts operate within Maastricht University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences infrastructure with external partnerships at cultural institutions like the National Library of Ireland.

• Digital Humanities
• Media Studies
• Literary Modernism
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Arjen Boin is a Professor of Public Institutions and Governance at Leiden University's Institute of Political Science. He serves as Director Strategy and Organisation on the Institute Board. Previously, he held roles at Utrecht School of Governance and Louisiana State University. His research focuses on crisis management, institutional resilience, and EU crisis coordination. He has authored influential books like Governing the Pandemic and The Politics of Crisis Management , which won the APSA Herbert A. Simon Award. Boin edits journals like Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management and advises via Crisisplan BV. His teaching spans BSc and MSc Political Science programs. Education: Previous academic positions imply advanced degrees in political science, though specific education details are not explicitly provided in the text. Research Interests: Crisis management strategies, disaster coordination mechanisms, institutional resilience, and EU transboundary crisis capacities. His work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing policy design and leadership during crises. Recent focus includes pandemic governance and creeping crises. Grants/Awards: APSA Herbert A. Simon Book Award. He collaborates widely, including with the European Societal Security Research Group. PhD supervision areas include crisis management and institutional resilience. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Leiden University Centre for International Relations and the Quantification, Administrative Capacity, and Democracy (QUAD) research group.

• Crisis Management
• Disaster Management
• Institutional Resilience
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Prof. Dr. Dennis Herhausen is a Full Professor of Marketing and Head of the Marketing Department at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam’s School of Business and Economics. Previously, he held positions as Associate Professor at KEDGE Business School, Visiting Professor at the University of St. Gallen, and Assistant Professor at the University of St. Gallen. His research focuses on digital communication, customer journeys, multichannel management, and social media strategies, with publications in top-tier journals like the Journal of Marketing and Journal of Marketing Research. His work addresses critical issues such as online firestorm mitigation, complaint de-escalation, and gig economy communication. He has been awarded multiple prestigious prizes, including the 2021 CBSIG Consumer Research Award and the 2019 William R. Davidson Award. Education: PhD in Marketing from University of St. Gallen (2011) Teaching: Courses on Customer Experience Management, Survey Research Methods, and Thesis Guidance Research Interests: His work explores digital marketing strategies, customer-centric innovations, and the dynamics of online platforms. Recent studies address topics like business-to-investor marketing signals, privacy orientation measurement, and machine learning biases in marketing. He actively contributes to editorial boards of journals including Journal of Marketing and Journal of Interactive Marketing. Awards: 2021 CBSIG Consumer Research in Practice Award 2021 Retail & Pricing SIG Best Paper Award 2021 SERVSIG Best Services Article Award 2020 William R. Davidson Award Grants & Editorial Work: His research has been funded by national/international grants, and he serves on multiple editorial boards. Notable datasets include studies on online retailer strategies and virtual brand sabotage responses.

• Digital Communication
• Customer Journeys and Experience
• Multichannel Management
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Prof. Tine De Moor is a leading scholar at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam , holding the Chair of Social Enterprise and Institutions for Collective Action . With a PhD in History from Ghent University (2003), she specializes in long-term institutional analysis of collective action across historical and modern contexts. Department of Business-Society Management ERIM Research Member Former Utrecht University Professor (2012-2020) Research Focus: Her work examines institutions for collective action from medieval commons to modern cooperatives, with key contributions to understanding energy cooperatives, citizen collectives, and social enterprises. She leads innovative citizen science projects and investigates labor market participation patterns over the past millennium. Publication Trends: Recent articles focus on platform cooperatives in the gig economy , energy prosumerism motivations , and institutional grammar applications . She explores paradoxes in cooperative governance and develops computational models for historical institutional analysis. Awards & Grants: Recipient of prestigious honors including ERC Starting Grant NWO-VIDI Grant International Association for Study of the Commons Leadership Advising & Collaboration: She has co-authored with scholars like Daan van Weeren and David Bunders, with significant citations in environmental and social science domains. Her work informs policy on collective resource management and sustainable transitions. Labs & Teams: Founding editor of the International Journal of the Commons , she leads the CollectieveKracht knowledge platform and collaborates with Triodos Bank stakeholders. Her research integrates GIS, archival analysis, and agent-based modeling.

• Collective Action
• Social Enterprises
• Historical Institutions
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Prof. Gjalt de Graaf is a Full Professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, leading the New Public Governance (NPG) research group. He holds dual appointments in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, specializing in public governance quality, integrity, and value conflicts. His work addresses how social media, academic education, and whistleblowing impact governance practices. Research focuses on resolving public value conflicts, particularly in academia and public institutions. He explores governance through lenses like art’s role in policy-making and administrative traditions’ influence on professional ethics. Notable contributions include studies on Dutch justice policy under pressure and cross-national comparisons of academic integrity. Awarded the Best Article Award 2017 Public Integrity and the VU Faculty of Social Sciences Research Prize (2008) , his work aligns with UN SDGs on peace, justice, and strong institutions. He advises 4 PhD theses and leads projects like Veerkrachtige en zinvolle samenlevingen , addressing societal resilience and youth participation. Teaching includes courses on good governance, public administration ethics, and leadership in dynamic environments. He actively engages in media commentary on integrity issues and organizes conferences on anti-corruption and ethical leadership.

• Public Governance
• Public Values
• Integrity in Governance
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Anne Margriet Pot is an endowed professor at the Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management (ESHPM), Erasmus University Rotterdam, with a focus on Health Care Governance. She also holds the position of extraordinary professor at Optentia, North West University, South Africa. Additionally, she serves as a strategic advisor for Long-Term Care at the Health and Youth Care Inspectorate, Ministry of Health, the Netherlands, and is President-elect of the International Psychogeriatric Association. She co-chairs the Lancet Commission on Long-Term Care for Older Persons and has advised the World Health Organization (2014–2018). Her research is deeply rooted in improving the mental health and quality of life of older adults, particularly through innovations in long-term care. Key areas include the measurement of care quality, development of technology-based interventions for mental well-being, and the use of narrative methods in care regulation. Her work significantly contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially those related to health and well-being. The most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward meta-analytic and scoping review methodologies, focusing on subthreshold depression interventions, narrative approaches in youth and elderly care, and inclusive regulatory frameworks. These works reflect a shift toward evidence synthesis and policy-oriented research with global applicability. President-elect, International Psychogeriatric Association Co-chair, The Lancet Commission on Long-Term Care for Older Persons Strategic Advisor, Long-Term Care, Health and Youth Care Inspectorate, Netherlands Former Advisor, World Health Organization (2014–2018) She has authored over 235 publications, including the influential Dutch Manual on Geropsychology and a recent book on caregiver dilemmas. She is currently establishing a research program on person-centred and integrated long-term care regulation at ESHPM. Her work bridges clinical psychology, health policy, and public governance, with strong international collaborations, particularly in Africa and through global health initiatives. While no formal students are listed, her leadership in large-scale research projects suggests mentorship and team-based research training. She is actively involved in multiple research networks and has contributed to policy development at national and international levels. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates psychology, public health, and narrative ethics to transform long-term care systems.

• Geropsychology
• Long-Term Care
• Mental Health of Older Adults
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Cees B.M. van Riel is a visiting professor in the Department of Business-Society Management at Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University. He previously served as a professor of corporate communication and is a globally recognized expert in reputation management, employee alignment, and corporate branding. His research focuses on corporate communication , organizational identity , employee alignment , and industry reputation . He investigates how organizations build and maintain strong reputations through strategic internal and external communication, particularly during periods of change or crisis. His work bridges academic theory and practical application, influencing both scholarly discourse and corporate practice. His recent publications, including a 2023 article on museum-corporate sponsorships, demonstrate a sustained engagement with themes of mutual value creation, stakeholder management, and reputation dynamics. His body of work consistently addresses reputation management , organizational change , impression management , and corporate branding across diverse sectors. Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review Founder of the Reputation Forum The Netherlands (RfN) Founding Director of RSM's International Executive Master Programme in Corporate Communication Co-founder of the Reputation Institute Professor van Riel has supervised numerous academic works and has led major educational initiatives. He has been actively involved in global reputation rankings, including the Forbes-published Annual Reputation Institute Study. His consultancy work with multinational corporations such as ING, Philips, and Shell underscores his impact beyond academia. He has also held editorial and speaking roles, contributing significantly to the dissemination of management knowledge. He is central to a research network focused on corporate communication and reputation, with collaborations spanning multiple countries and institutions. His leadership in founding academic programs and professional forums highlights his role in shaping the field.

• Corporate Communication
• Reputation Management
• Employee Alignment
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Thom de Vries is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business, based in the HRM & Organizational Behavior department. He also serves as Program Director for the Master of Science in Human Resource Management and holds a lecturer position in Industrial Engineering Management. His expertise focuses on organizational resilience, team boundary spanning, and infrastructure management. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration (cum laude) from the University of Groningen (2015), with prior experience as a Business Researcher at TNO and academic leadership roles in program committees. Education highlights include: Ph.D. in Business Administration (cum laude), University of Groningen (2015) Res. M.A. and M.A. in Business Administration (cum laude), University of Groningen (2011, 2009) B.A. in Public Administration, Thorbecke Academie (2007) Research interests emphasize team dynamics in complex environments, particularly: Resilience and adaptability in critical infrastructure organizations Boundary spanning across teams/organizations Design of multiteam systems for complex tasks Disruption management in supply chains Notable projects include the NGinfra-funded ConCorCom initiative studying coordination during infrastructure challenges, and NWO grants exploring resilience and decision-making under uncertainty. His work has earned awards like the Academy of Management Best Paper Award and multiple teaching recognitions. Grants include: NGINFRA/NWO: ConCorCom (Context, Coordination, Competencies) NWO VENI: Team Boundary Spanning in Disruptions NWO: Resilience-Efficiency Balance in Planning Teaching roles span disciplines including Organizational Behavior, Survey Research, and Experimental Design across faculties. He actively supervises research master students and contributes to executive education programs.

• Team Management
• Organizational Resilience
• Boundary Spanning
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P.J. (Peter) Verovsek, PhD is an Assistant Professor in History and Theory of European Integration at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on European integration, memory studies, and critical theory, with particular emphasis on Jürgen Habermas and 20th-century intellectual history. He holds a PhD from Yale University and previously taught at the University of Sheffield. Verovsek is a Book Reviews Editor for Contemporary Political Theory and serves on Slovenia's Quality Assurance Agency Executive Council. Education: PhD, MPhil, MA in Political Science, Yale University (2007-2013) A.B., Summa cum laude, Dartmouth College (2002-2006) Research Interests: Verovsek examines collective memory, democratic theory, and the role of public intellectuals. His monograph Memory and the Future of Europe (2020) explores post-World War II integration dynamics. He is currently completing an intellectual biography of Jürgen Habermas, analyzing his public engagement and the role of scholars in modern democracy. Recent Work Trends: His articles critically engage Habermas’s work alongside Lyotard and Foucault, reinterpreting modernity debates. Themes of European crisis governance, generational leadership shifts, and transitional justice frequently appear in his scholarship. Awards & Fellowships: British Academy mid-Career Fellowship (2019-2021) DAAD Graduate Fellowship (2010-2011) Fulbright Research Fellowship (2006-2007) Service & Outreach: Verovsek advises Slovenia’s higher education accreditation body and contributes to public discourse via outlets like Social Europe and Europzine . He reviews for leading journals and serves on editorial boards of interdisciplinary political science publications. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Center for International Relations Research (CIRR) and collaborates on projects about critical theory’s contemporary relevance.

• European Integration
• Memory Studies
• Political Theory
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Kees van Veen is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences and the Department of Sociology. His expertise spans Corporate Governance , Policy Evaluation , and Sustainable Food Systems , with significant contributions to International Business & Management and Social Psychology during the pandemic. Education : MSc in Sociology (cum laude) from the University of Groningen. Research Focus : Interdisciplinary work bridging organizational behavior, prosociality, and global health behaviors, leveraging machine learning for cross-national pandemic analysis. His recent publications analyze prosocial behavior , conspiracy beliefs , and lockdown psychology through multi-country longitudinal data, emphasizing UN Sustainable Development Goals . He supervises MSc theses in Business Administration and Sociology and collaborates on open datasets like PsyCorona .

• Corporate Governance
• Policy Evaluation
• Sustainable Food Systems
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Dr. Dirk Oudes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Spatial Planning at Wageningen University. His research focuses on the intersection of renewable energy transitions and landscape transformation, particularly solar power plants and agrivoltaics in the Netherlands. He explores how solar energy systems interact with agricultural landscapes, urban planning, and policy frameworks, emphasizing sustainable land use and climate adaptation. Recent trends in his publications highlight spatial analysis of solar infrastructure, regulatory challenges in energy projects, and circular economy principles in agrivoltaics. His work often bridges academic research with practical implementation, as seen in reports and media engagements addressing landscape aesthetics, public acceptance, and policy-relevant findings. Dr. Oudes collaborates with researchers like Sven Stremke and actively participates in workshops, keynote speeches, and expert consultations. He supervises PhD projects on landscape-inclusive energy transitions and spatial quality frameworks, contributing to both academic discourse and professional practice in sustainable design.

• Solar Energy
• Renewable Energy
• Energy Transition
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Peter A. Lloyd is a Professor of Integrated Design Methodology at the Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology. He is a leading figure in design research, serving as Editor-in-Chief of Design Studies and former Chair of the Design Research Society. His work bridges design theory, ethics, and artificial intelligence. Doctorate in Psychological Investigations of the Conceptual Design Process, University of Sheffield (1994) His research focuses on design thinking, methodology, and the cognitive processes in design. He explores how designers and AI can collaborate, emphasizing ethical considerations and reflective practice. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and responsible innovation. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in integrating AI into design processes, examining designer-AI dialogue, synthetic users, and the role of reflection in design practice. His research spans cognitive science, human-computer interaction, and organizational transformation through creative practices. Editor-in-Chief, Design Studies (2017–present) Chair, Design Research Society (2017–2022) Vice President, IASDR (2021–present) Prof. Lloyd has supervised research students and contributes extensively to editorial and peer-review activities. He has been involved with Delft University of Technology’s Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering since at least 2001 in editorial and academic roles. His work is supported through academic leadership and collaborative research networks. He is actively involved in the Design Research Society and contributes to major conferences such as DRS and IASDR, often in organizational and editorial capacities. His research group or network includes collaborators from various institutions, focusing on interdisciplinary design innovation.

• Design Theory
• Design Methodology
• Design Thinking
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Prof. Dr. Pablo Valdivia Martin is a Full Professor of European Culture and Literature at the University of Groningen, leading the Research Centre for the Study of Democratic Cultures and Politics (DemCP) . He holds affiliations including Research Associate at Harvard University's Paulson School and Academic Director of the Netherlands Research School for Literary Studies (OSL). His expertise spans cultural narratives, digital humanities, AI, and applied physics. He has supervised 9 PhD candidates and completed 7 PhD and 4 postdoc projects. Awards include the 2018 Lecturer of the Year and 2022 PIEoneer Award. Current research focuses on AI-enabled cultural analysis and crisis narratives. Education: BA (Hispanic Studies, Granada), BA (Comparative Literature, Valladolid), MA (UNED), PhD (University of Nottingham, 2007). Research interests: Cultural Analytics, Technology & Society, Computational Literary Studies, and University Innovation. Key projects include the INNOVALAB Erasmus+ initiative and leadership in the 'Humour in Court' NWO VIDI grant. Awards: Recognized for contributions to teaching and innovation, with international impact through advisory roles at NIAS-KNAW and Chilean research networks. Advising: Overseeing 9 active PhD projects on topics like AI systems for metaphor analysis, sensorial perception in former detainees, and legal narratives in media.

• Humanities
• Cultural Studies
• Literary Theory & Criticism
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Dr. Joost Verhoeven is a Lecturer at Tilburg University's Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences (TSHD), Department of Communication and Cognition. His research focuses on employee communication, including ambassadorship, customer orientation, and enterprise social media. He holds a PhD in Services Marketing from the University of Twente and previously served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Amsterdam's ASCoR. Verhoeven has authored numerous publications on communication roles in organizations, brand management, and social media governance. He received the 2022 Emerald Literati Outstanding Reviewer Award. His work bridges organizational behavior, strategic communication, and employee engagement, emphasizing practical applications for businesses and academia. Education & Career: PhD in Services Marketing, University of Twente Master's in Services Marketing, University of Twente Assistant Professor of Corporate Communication, University of Amsterdam (2010-2020) Research Interests: His primary areas include: Employee communication roles and their impact on organizational performance Employee ambassadorship and brand-building behaviors Social media governance and workplace communication Reputation management and crisis communication Awards: 2022 Emerald Literati Outstanding Reviewer Award External Roles: Since 2024, he serves as Managing Director of Stichting Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek Commerciële Communicatie (SWOCC), overseeing academic research in commercial communication.

• Employee Communication
• Organizational Communication
• Public Relations
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