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William E. Janes is an Assistant Professor and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Missouri . Holding a PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Science, his work focuses on creating accessible assistive technologies through the AT-AT Lab to enhance independence for individuals with disabilities. Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) – Washington University School of Medicine Master of Science in Clinical Investigation (MSCI) – Washington University School of Medicine Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology – Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville His research spans ALS intervention , pediatric handwriting assessment , and 3D-printed assistive technologies , with recent publications addressing technology-driven solutions for neurodegenerative conditions and innovative educational practices. Janes has secured significant grants including a $760,000 award to advance ALS research and a $400,000 ALS Association grant for caregiver alert systems. Recognized as a 2025 AOTA Fellow , he leads initiatives in fieldwork educator competency and has contributed to professional standards through the University of Missouri Faculty Scholars Program (2017–2018). His teaching includes courses in Bioengineering Design and Evidence-Based Practice , while maintaining active memberships in the American Occupational Therapy Association and RESNA . As director of the AT-AT Lab , Janes champions low-cost technology adaptation , including recent projects making gaming more accessible for users with disabilities. His work bridges clinical practice , educational innovation , and community-focused technological development .

• Assistive Technology
• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
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Yun Jung Lee is Professor in the Decision Sciences and Marketing Department at Adelphi University's Robert B. Willumstad School of Business, specializing in digital consumer behavior and healthcare marketing. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Consumer Behavior from Purdue University (2009) and multiple degrees from Seoul National University. Her educational background: Ph.D. Consumer Behavior, Purdue University (2009) M.A. Consumer Studies, Seoul National University (2005) B.B.A. Business Administration, Seoul National University (2003) B.A. Consumer Studies, Seoul National University (2003) Professor Lee's research focuses on Consumer Behavior , E-Commerce , and Healthcare Marketing , with significant contributions to understanding flow states in digital environments, mobile commerce interactivity, and patient-driven health information systems. Her work bridges psychological theory with practical applications in retail and healthcare sectors, emphasizing how technological interfaces shape consumer decisions and emotional responses. Analysis of her 15 recent publications reveals consistent exploration of digital consumer experiences across e-commerce, mobile platforms, and healthcare contexts. Key trends include the psychological mechanisms of online purchasing behavior, brand-customer relationship dynamics in virtual spaces, and the impact of interactivity on satisfaction metrics. Her healthcare marketing research notably examines patient autonomy in digital health management. Her scientific recognition includes: Bender Award for Outstanding Body of Work (2020) Two Bender Awards for Best Paper (2020, 2019) Emerald Literati Network Awards (Highly Commended 2012, Outstanding Paper 2008) Professor Lee has secured three Adelphi University research grants supporting her work in e-commerce (2010-2011, 2016-2017) and healthcare marketing (2011). She teaches core courses including Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, and Retail Management, translating her research insights into practical business education.

• Consumer Behavior
• E-Commerce
• Healthcare Marketing
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Achilleas Boukis is an Associate Professor in Marketing at the University of Birmingham's Birmingham Business School. With a PhD from Strathclyde University (2014) and a PGCert in Higher Education (2015), he focuses on branding, technology-enabled service interactions, and employee-customer dynamics in hospitality and sharing economy contexts. His work appears in top journals like Tourism Management , Journal of Business Research , and British Journal of Management . PhD: Strathclyde Business School (2014) PGCert: University of Sussex (2015) MSc: Athens University of Economics and Business (2008) BSc: Athens University of Economics and Business (2005) His research examines value creation in service interactions and branding strategies for blockchain technologies. Recent work includes NFT classification frameworks, employee social media impact on service performance, and customer threat dynamics in hospitality. He collaborates with institutions in the UK, Australia, and the US. Scientific achievements include: Highly Commended Award (Emerald/EFMD 2014) BAFTA 2014 Honourable Mention Active in curriculum development and online education, he supervises PhD/DBA students while integrating service-dominant logic into teaching methodologies to foster critical thinking and global collaboration.

• Branding
• Technology-Enabled Marketing
• Employee-Customer Interactions in Service Industries
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Johanna Volpert serves as Associate Professor of Marketing at KEDGE Business School's Bordeaux campus, bringing expertise from dual academic training in accounting and marketing at ENS Cachan and doctoral research at IAE Paris (Sorbonne Business School). Her extensive teaching portfolio spans business schools, hotel schools, and preparatory institutions for business education. Her educational foundation includes: Double major in accounting and marketing from ENS Cachan's Department of Economics and Management Doctoral thesis in marketing completed at IAE Paris Volpert's research program critically examines brand heritage narratives, resurrection strategies for dormant brands, motherhood's influence on consumer behavior, and marketing dynamics within immersive gaming environments. This work bridges historical brand analysis with contemporary digital consumption patterns, particularly investigating how utilitarian brands leverage past narratives to regain market relevance as demonstrated in her Journal of Business Research publication. Her recent output consists primarily of case studies analyzing streaming platforms (Netflix, Wednesday), luxury fashion (Gucci), food brands (Nutella, Cémoi, plant proteins), and second-hand marketplaces (Vinted), revealing consistent focus on digital disruption, cultural branding, and consumer ethics within competitive markets. The 2022 journal article establishes her methodological approach to measuring consumer reactions toward resurrected brands through narrative frameworks. No scientific awards were documented in available materials. Teaching responsibilities encompass marketing and accounting disciplines, though specific advising relationships or research grants remain unreported. Professional activities show no involvement with dedicated research laboratories or collaborative teams beyond standard academic functions.

• brand heritage
• brand resurrection
• motherhood
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Dorra YAHIAOUI is a senior professor and director of the Center for Research and Excellence in International Business at Kedge Business School. She also serves as head of the "Human Resource Management" research group at EuroMed Research Business Institute, where she contributes to advancing research in international business practices and human resource management across diverse cultural contexts. Her educational background includes: PhD in Management Sciences from the University of Lyon III (France) ITP certification from the International Teachers Program at London Business School MBTI (Myers Briggs Type Indicator) certification from The Myers Briggs Company France Women in Education Leadership certification from Harvard University Graduate School of Education Dorra YAHIAOUI's research focuses on international comparisons of managerial practices, the innovation process within multinationals, parent-subsidiary relationships, internationalization strategy, and management in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in cross-cultural business environments, examining how organizations adapt their human resource practices across different national contexts. She has made significant contributions to understanding the complexities of managing multinational enterprises during periods of turbulence and crisis. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on international business challenges, human resource management in multinational contexts, sustainability issues, and consumer behavior in post-pandemic environments. The research spans diverse geographical regions including Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Africa, and Europe, reflecting her global perspective on business management. Key themes include digital transformation, organizational resilience during crises, cross-cultural management practices, and sustainable business practices across different institutional contexts. Dorra YAHIAOUI has served as a visiting professor at various partner universities in Russia, the United States, Italy, Cyprus, Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, Togo, Cameroon, and other countries, sharing her expertise internationally. She also works as an international consultant for several major groups across different countries, applying her research insights to real-world business challenges.

• International Business
• Human Resource Management
• Organizational Behavior
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Harald Wimmer is a Professor at St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences, where he serves as Academic Director of Digital Marketing and Communication (MA), Academic Director of Digital Media Management (MA), and Deputy Academic Director of Marketing and Communication (BA). He leads multiple academic programs within the Department of Digital Business and Innovation, including Digital Marketing (academic), Digital Marketing (MA), and Digital Marketing (MBA). Professor Wimmer's research spans digital marketing, media management, and strategic communication. His work explores consumer behavior in digital environments, advertising effectiveness, PR strategies, and generational marketing approaches. He has developed expertise in both traditional marketing research methods and newer digital analytics approaches. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications for businesses navigating digital transformation. His publication record shows a clear progression from early work on consumer acceptance of hybrid vehicles and digital camera branding toward contemporary research on digital marketing, social media, and strategic communication. Recent publications focus on Gen Z marketing, gender representation in media, semiotic analysis of advertising, and creative methodologies in communication. Professor Wimmer actively contributes to academic discourse through editorial roles, particularly with the PRaktivium publication series which examines evolving PR practices and the relationship between journalism and public relations. His work demonstrates strong industry connections and practical relevance to current marketing challenges. He has been instrumental in developing academic programs that address the rapidly changing digital marketing landscape, ensuring curriculum relevance through close industry partnerships and practical project work. His leadership extends to student competitions like the Mobile Marketing Rookie Award and Dialog Marketing Rookie initiatives that connect classroom learning with real-world marketing challenges.

• Digital Marketing
• Media Management
• Strategic Communication
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Shuyin Jiao is an active Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Computer Science at North Carolina State University's College of Engineering. She serves as course coordinator for CSC 111 Introduction to Computing: Python and teaches multiple core undergraduate courses including CSC 116 (Java) and CSC 246 (Operating Systems), with extensive teaching experience spanning over 9 years at both NC State and the College of William & Mary. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Houston (2015), a Diplôme d'Ingénieur from Ecole Central de Lyon, France, and a B.S. from Beihang University, China. She previously held positions as Assistant Teaching Professor (2020-2025) and Lecturer at NCSU, and taught as Lecturer and Adjunct Lecturer at William & Mary from 2015-2020. Dr. Jiao's research focuses on computing education and program analysis, with particular emphasis on developing tools to enhance student learning in computer science. Her work explores pedagogical methods to address diverse learning styles in increasingly large CS classrooms and investigates code inefficiencies through memory profiling and performance analysis. She leads the CERES lab at NCSU and serves as Publications Co-Chair for SIGCSE TS 2026. Her publication record shows consistent output in top venues including SIGCSE, CGO, MobiCom, and ICSE, with recent work spanning from 2025 back to 2012. Her research trajectory demonstrates a clear evolution from materials science (early career) to software engineering and computer science education, with current work heavily focused on educational technology and program analysis tools. Dr. Jiao has secured significant funding including as PI for NSF Grant DUE-#2417469 (2024-2027), NCSU Data Science Academy Seed Grant (2023-2024) as Co-PI, and NCSU GEARS Grants (2023-2024) as PI. She also serves as Co-PI for NSF Grant OAC-#2411136 (2025-2028) focused on computer system research. She actively involves undergraduate students in research through COE REU and CSC 498/499 projects, recruiting at CSC Undergraduate Research Lightning Talks each semester. Her course redesign projects include enhancing operating systems education through multimedia and redesigning CSC 111 with DELTA funding to address challenges in large-class instruction.

• Computing Education
• Program Analysis
• Code Efficiency Analysis
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Mustafa Zihni Tunca is a Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of Business Administration, at Suleyman Demirel University. He holds a PhD in Business Administration from Lancaster University and has published extensively in fields such as E-commerce, Supply Chain Management, and Social Media. License degree from Dokuz Eylul University (1993) MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University (1997) PhD from University of Lancaster (2002) His research focuses on E-commerce, Information and Communication Technologies, and Sustainability, analyzing digital consumer behavior, motivation in virtual environments, and sustainable business practices. His recent articles explore topics like purchase intention in E-commerce, E-sports motivation, and the role of mentoring in organizational success. Publications highlight his expertise in digital transformation, leadership dynamics, and hedonic consumption. He has contributed to international journals such as Southwest Jiaotong University Journal and European Journal of Educational Research. Professor Tunca teaches courses including Research Methods, E-Commerce, and Operations Management, emphasizing practical applications of business theory.

• E-commerce
• E-business
• Supply Chain Management
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Maria Del Carmen Florido De La Nuez is a Contract Professor in the Department of Applied Economic Analysis at University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. She is a key member of the GIR TIDES (Economy, Environment, Sustainability and Tourism) research group and the Institute of Tourism and Sustainable Economic Development. Her academic work focuses on Applied Economics within the Social and Legal Sciences branch, with specialized expertise in sustainable tourism development and circular economy applications in tourism contexts, particularly in island destinations. Dr. Florido De La Nuez's research centers on sustainable tourism practices with emphasis on circular economy implementation in island destinations like Gran Canaria and Madeira. Her work explores waste management in hospitality, green hotel practices, tourist behavior toward sustainability, and economic impacts of sustainable tourism initiatives. She bridges theoretical economic frameworks with practical applications in tourism management, examining how destinations can adopt circular economy principles to enhance sustainability while maintaining economic viability. Analysis of her recent publications (2019-2025) reveals a consistent focus on circular economy applications in tourism, particularly in island contexts. Her work spans multiple dimensions including hotel industry practices, tourist behavior, waste management, and regional economic development. She frequently collaborates with researchers like Carlos Rodríguez Robaina and Marta Jacob Escuriaza, indicating a strong research network focused on sustainable tourism development. Her publications appear in high-impact journals across sustainability (Sustainable Development, Q1), tourism (Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Insights, Q1), and environmental health fields. Dr. Florido De La Nuez actively contributes to European educational initiatives related to circular economy, including the "Start circular" Erasmus+ project focused on designing university teaching in circular economy. Her work reflects a commitment to translating research into educational practice, particularly in sustainability competencies and problem-based learning approaches. She also examines how university continuity norms and exam calendars affect academic performance, demonstrating broader interest in educational practices alongside her tourism research.

• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Tourism
• Hospitality Management
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Professor Tahir M. Nisar serves as Professor of Strategy and Economic Organization and Behaviour at the University of Southampton's Southampton Business School . His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence , Automation , Crowdfunding , and Organizational Dynamics , with applications in Insurance, Financial Services, and Health (NHS). Current research includes AI-driven workplace gamification (KTP project with Execview), ESRC-funded AI applications in service sectors, and Alan Turing Institute collaborations on AI's impact on work. Teaching areas: Organization & Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategy & Behavior, Human Resource Management. Editorial roles: Associate Editor for Management Decision , editorial board member for European Journal of Marketing . Scientific recognition: Stanford 2% Global Scientist , multiple journal awards, and Whitehall Fellowship. His work bridges technical AI implementation with human-centric organizational design, emphasizing sustainable practices and productivity enhancement through data analytics.

• Crowdfunding
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Automation
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Lisa H. Nishii is a Professor at the ILR School, Cornell University, and serves as Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Organizational Psychology from the University of Maryland and a B.A. in Economics from Wellesley College. Education: Ph.D. & M.A., Organizational Psychology (University of Maryland); B.A., Economics (Wellesley College) Nishii specializes in organizational inclusion, examining how leadership behaviors, HR practices, and diversity climates impact workplace outcomes. Her research spans multi-level analyses across federally funded projects, focusing on: Leadership strategies for inclusive climates Impact of diversity on creativity and performance HR practices for reducing discrimination Workplace dynamics for employees with disabilities Cultural influences on organizational behavior Her recent publications (2025) address diversity climate synthesis, leader training interventions, and inclusion metrics. Earlier work (2006–2016) explores personality traits in workplace performance, cultural tightness-looseness, and disability accommodation frameworks. Key Awards: Gordon Allport Intergroup Relations Prize (2012) Kendall S. Carpenter Memorial Advising Award (2025) Wallace Reins Best Dissertation Award (2025) MacIntyre Award for Exemplary Teaching (2025) She chairs the Academy of Management’s Gender and Diversity in Organizations Division and leads Cornell’s International Programs. Her consulting work focuses on diversity, inclusion, and organizational assessment for multinational companies.

• Inclusion in organizations
• Diversity climate
• Leadership behaviors
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Mogens Bjerre is an Associate Professor at Copenhagen Business School , affiliated with the Department of Marketing . His research focuses on areas contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , particularly in marketing and retail contexts. Expertise: Sustainable development, brand competition, customer satisfaction, retail strategy His recent publications highlight trends in private label branding, retail channel dynamics, and strategic sales optimization. He has contributed to both academic journals and accessible media formats, emphasizing practical applications for retail stakeholders. Details of his supervised work, extensive media contributions (779), and academic network are documented in the full description below.

• Sustainable Development Goals
• Marketing
• Retail Management
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Zeynep Akşin Karaesmen is a Professor in the Operations Management and Information Systems group at Koç University, where she has been since Fall 2002. She holds a PhD (1996) and MS (1994) in Operations Management from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and a BS in Industrial Engineering from Middle East Technical University (1990). Previously, she served as faculty at INSEAD and was a visiting scholar at Kellogg School of Management (2008-2009). Her research focuses on Service Operations Management Behavioral Operations Management Call Center and Healthcare Operations Stochastic Modeling Mathematical and Empirical Analysis Her recent publications analyze Call Center Delay Announcements Workforce Cross-Training Service System Design Human Capital Valuation Healthcare Capacity Planning Customer Retrial Behavior Scientific Awards TÜBA Social Sciences Incentive Award (2006) IBM Faculty Award (2011) Koç University Outstanding Faculty Member (2017) Wickham Skinner Best Paper Award (2016, 2nd Place) MSOM Service Management SIG Prize Finalist (2015) Best Paper Awards (multiple) She serves as Associate Editor for Management Science , Manufacturing & Service Operations Management , and other journals. Her teaching includes Operations Management (EMBA/MBA/undergraduate), Service Operations Management, and Supply Chain courses.

• Service Operations Management
• Behavioral Operations Management
• Call Center Operations
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Dr. Lee Hanna serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Management at Shandong University's School of Management, where she teaches undergraduate Management courses and conducts research in sustainable business practices. Her educational background includes a PhD in Management from Durham University (2014-2018), an MSc in International Management from Strathclyde Business School (2012-2013), and a BA (Hons) in Business from Durham University (2009-2011). Dr. Hanna's research focuses on Green Product Development , Environmental Performance , and New Product Development , with particular emphasis on sustainable innovation frameworks and supply chain dynamics. Her work integrates theoretical perspectives from organizational ambidexterity, resource orchestration, and dynamic capabilities. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend in green innovation (60% of works), M&A knowledge transfer (20%), and digital transformation (20%), with increasing focus on Chinese manufacturing contexts since 2023. Her research has been published in leading journals including Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management (6 publications), European Management Journal , and Technological Forecasting and Social Change . Dr. Hanna maintains active collaborations with international researchers from UK, South Korea, and China, particularly in studies examining cross-border knowledge transfer and sustainable operations.

• Green Product Development
• Environmental Performance
• New Product Development
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Stephanie van de Sanden is a Lecturer and Researcher at the Emerging Technology for Business department of the Centre for Economic Transformation at Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. Her work focuses on the integration of AI-driven social robots in retail environments, exploring their impact on customer satisfaction, behavioral insights, and service innovation. Department: Emerging Technology for Business University: Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Her research interests center on Social Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Retail Technology, with a focus on human-robot interaction and personalized marketing strategies. Recent publications analyze the novelty effect of humanoid robots in stores, the role of perceived fit in customer satisfaction, and practical implementations of AI-powered social robots. Key themes include consumer psychology, ethical AI, and technological adoption in commercial spaces. She has organized the Social Robot Symposium (2024) and supervised student theses on topics like customer behavior analysis and service robotics. Collaborations with academics such as T. Verhagen and K. Hindriks highlight her role in interdisciplinary retail innovation studies.

• Social Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Retail Technology
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