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Dicky TsangView profile

Associate Professor

• Private International Law
• Company Law
• Corporate Governance
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Dr. Dicky Tsang is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law , The Chinese University of Hong Kong. He holds degrees from Georgetown University (S.J.D.), Columbia University (LL.M., J.D.), University College London (LL.M.), and the University of Hong Kong (LL.B., PCLL). His practice experience includes corporate finance law at Linklaters and Shearman & Sterling across New York, London, Hong Kong, Beijing, and Shanghai. Admitted to practice in New York, England & Wales, and Hong Kong Research Interests : Dr. Tsang specializes in Private International Law and Company Law , focusing on cross-border corporate liability, veil-piercing, arbitration agreements, and FRAND litigation. His work bridges empirical legal analysis with comparative law frameworks. Publication Trends : His recent scholarship examines jurisdictional conflicts, enforcement of foreign judgments, and regulatory challenges in global corporate law. Publications span journals like Virginia Journal of International Law and Journal of Private International Law . Scientific Awards : Outstanding Research Impact Award 2022-23 CUHK Research Excellence Award 2019-2020 CUHK Teaching Excellence Award 2016-2017 Grants : He has led multiple RGC-funded projects, including empirical studies on China’s choice-of-law regime and foreign judgment enforcement. Collaborative grants explore corporate governance and legal education in Asia.

Özlem GürsesView profile

Professor

• Insurance Law
• Reinsurance Law
• Marine Insurance Law
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Özlem Gürses is Professor of Commercial Law at The Dickson Poon School of Law, King's College London. She previously taught at Norwich and Southampton Law Schools and holds law degrees from the University of Istanbul, an LLM in Maritime Law (with distinction) from the University of Southampton, and a PhD in Law from the same institution. She is a leading scholar in insurance and reinsurance law, with a focus on marine, compulsory, and emerging risk insurance. Her research interests include: Insurance and reinsurance law Marine and non-marine insurance Compulsory motor vehicle insurance Insurance of offshore installations and commercial risks Artificial intelligence in insurance contracts Her recent publications analyze business interruption insurance during the pandemic, public-private partnerships in reinsurance, subrogation immunity, and the legal treatment of emerging risks. She is the sole author of key texts such as The Law of Compulsory Motor Vehicle Insurance (2019), Marine Insurance Law (3rd ed, 2023), and Reinsuring Clauses (2nd ed, 2025), and has edited major reference works including the Edward Elgar Research Handbook on Marine Insurance Law (2024). She is actively involved in the legal academic community: Member of the Presidential Council, International Insurance Law Association (AIDA) Chair, Reinsurance Working Party of AIDA Vice-Chair, British Insurance Law Association Committee Professor Gürses teaches insurance law at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and currently supervises four PhD students. She also lectures internationally in Germany, Singapore, China, Greece, and Italy. She has organized academic conferences and participates in research on the intersection of law, technology, and sustainability.

CHEN SiyuanView profile

Associate Professor

• Evidence Law
• Civil & Criminal Procedure
• Family Law
• +7 more

CHEN Siyuan is a Full-time Faculty Associate Professor of Law at the Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSOL), Singapore Management University (SMU), serving concurrently as Associate Dean (Student and Alumni Affairs) since July 2022 and Director of Moots since September 2020. He holds additional roles including Chairperson of the SMU Faculty Mooting Committee and membership in the Singapore Academy of Law since 2007. His legal career began as an Assistant Registrar at the Supreme Court of Singapore (2008–2009) and included adjunct faculty roles at NUS (2008–2009) and SMU (2008–2010). Academically, he earned an LL.B. (First Class Honours) from NUS (2007) and an LL.M. from Harvard University (2010). Notable recognitions include the Student Life Award (2018), Lee Kong Chian Fellowship (2015), and Alona E. Evans Award at the Jessup Moot (2007). He has served as a law clerk to Singapore’s Justices (2007–2009) and completed international clerkships at Gray’s Inn and Freshfields Bruckhaus Derringer in London. His research focuses on Evidence Law , Civil & Criminal Procedure , Family Law , Technology Law , and Legal Education . Key publications include The Law of Evidence in Singapore (2025), Halsbury’s Laws of Singapore: Civil Procedure (2024), and Annotated Statutes of Singapore: Evidence Act (2023). Recent work addresses online hate speech regulation, autonomous vehicle liability frameworks, and procedural reforms in family law. CHEN has authored over 50 scholarly articles and reports, with recent themes including judicial discretion in evidence exclusion, tiered standards of proof in international courts, and balancing technological innovation with legal safeguards. His academic contributions span Singapore’s legal reforms, including the 2021 Rules of Court and family justice system modernization. He teaches courses in Evidence & Civil Procedure , International Moots I & II , and Appellate Advocacy Skills . His professional service includes moot coaching, curriculum development, and advising on legal education policy.

Kenneth S. AbrahamView profile

Professor

• Torts
• Insurance Law
• Legal Theory
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Kenneth S. Abraham is a distinguished Professor at the University of Virginia School of Law, where he has established himself as one of the nation's leading scholars and teachers in the fields of torts and insurance law. With decades of academic excellence, Professor Abraham has shaped legal education and scholarship through his influential writings, teaching, and service to the legal profession. Professor Abraham's research focuses on the intricate relationship between tort law and insurance law, exploring how these two areas intersect to shape risk distribution, liability, and compensation systems. His scholarship spans historical analysis of legal developments, theoretical frameworks for understanding tort principles, and practical applications of insurance coverage doctrines. He has made significant contributions to understanding the evolution of tort liability, the role of insurance in shaping legal outcomes, and the theoretical underpinnings of modern tort doctrine. Professor Abraham's work often bridges historical perspective with contemporary legal challenges, revealing patterns and insights that inform current debates in tort and insurance law. His most recent scholarship demonstrates a continued focus on the theoretical foundations of tort law while addressing emerging challenges in areas such as cyber liability, police accountability, free speech implications for tort liability, and pandemic-related insurance claims. Abraham's articles frequently examine how historical developments have shaped current legal doctrines and identify conceptual gaps in existing tort theory, particularly regarding the underappreciated role of liability insurance in the tort system. William L. Prosser Award from the American Association of Law Schools (2024) Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences Life Member of the American Law Institute All-University of Virginia Outstanding Teacher Award Distinguished Faculty Achievement Certificate from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia American Bar Association's Robert B. McKay Law Professor Award First law professor elected as an honorary fellow of the American College of Coverage Counsel Professor Abraham has served on the ALI Council for 20 years and has been an adviser to the ALI's 'Restatement of Torts (Third)' and the senior adviser to the 'Restatement of the Law of Liability Insurance.' His expertise is frequently sought in major insurance coverage cases involving commercial general liability, directors and officers liability, environmental cleanup liability, toxic tort and products liability, and property insurance claims. He has also served as an arbitrator for the Dalkon Shield Claimants Trust, resolving over 100 claims by women seeking damages for injuries caused by the Dalkon Shield intrauterine device.

• Commercial Law
• Corporate Governance
• Cybersecurity Law
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Elena Fatima Perez Carrillo is a Professor in the Department of Private and Corporate Law at the Faculty of Law, University of León. Her research focuses on commercial law, corporate governance, cybersecurity, and the intersection of technology with legal frameworks. Academic Rank: Professor Department: Private and Corporate Law School: Faculty of Law University: University of León Email: eperc@unileon.es Research Group: DERMER-E (Commercial Law) Her work explores corporate governance challenges in the digital era, including cybersecurity, AI integration in business, and financial regulation. She has contributed extensively to EU policy analysis, risk management frameworks, and sustainability in corporate law. Recent publications highlight trends in cybersecurity governance, AI applications in education, and financial regulation reforms. She has authored studies on digital resilience, corporate liability, and legal aspects of emerging technologies. Key Research Areas: Commercial Law, Corporate Governance, Cybersecurity Law, Financial Regulation, AI Governance Notable Contributions: Analysis of EU cybersecurity directives, AI in legal education, D&O insurance frameworks

Kyle D. LogueView profile

Professor

• Torts
• Tax Law
• Insurance Law
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Kyle D. Logue is the Douglas A. Kahn Collegiate Professor of Law at the University of Michigan Law School. He has served in multiple administrative roles, including interim dean from January 2024 to July 2025 and associate dean for academic affairs (2006–2008) and faculty/research (2022–2023). His scholarly work spans torts, tax, and insurance law, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches involving economics, psychology, and philosophy. Education: Auburn University (BA, summa cum laude in Political Science, 1987), Yale Law School (JD, 1990). He clerked for Judge Patrick Higginbotham of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit (1990–1991) before joining Michigan Law in 1993. Research interests include the interplay of public/private law and insurance regimes in addressing risks, consumer insurance contract clarity, and racial equity in insurance practices. He co-authored the leading casebook Insurance Law and Policy: Cases and Materials (5th ed., 2021) and contributed to the ALI’s Restatement of Liability Insurance (2018). Notable awards include membership in the American Law Institute since 2010 and recognition for his scholarship on insurance law and policy.

Jesse M. KeenanView profile

Associate Professor

• Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
• Urban Planning
• Real Estate Finance
• +5 more

Jesse M. Keenan is the Favrot II Associate Professor of Sustainable Real Estate and Urban Planning at Tulane University's School of Architecture and Built Environment. As Director of the Center on Climate Change and Urbanism, he bridges climate science, real estate, and urban policy to address climate adaptation and mitigation in the built environment. Formerly at Harvard Kennedy School, Columbia University, and Oxford University Contributor to IPCC, U.S. National Climate Assessments, and FEMA reform debates His research spans climate finance , resilient infrastructure , climate gentrification , and policy innovation . He pioneered concepts like 'Bluelining' and 'Climate Intelligence Arms Race' that influence global adaptation strategies. Media outlets like The New York Times and BBC frequently cite his work. Recent publications focus on compound climate hazards , cyber-physical resilience , and equity in adaptation planning . He has held advisory roles for the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, and the Obama administration's Climate Action Plan. Scientific awards include PREA Scholar and Harvard Visiting Fellow Executive Producer of America Adapts podcast (Webby Honoree)

Brian NussbaumView profile

Assistant Professor

• State and Local Government Cybersecurity
• Cybersecurity in Smart Cities and Critical Infrastructure
• Intelligence Analysis and Communication
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Brian Nussbaum is an Assistant Professor in the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (CEHC) at the University at Albany. He is concurrently a Fellow of the Cybersecurity Initiative at New America and an Affiliate Scholar at Stanford Law School's Center for Internet and Society (CIS). Previously, he served as a Senior Intelligence Analyst at the New York State Office of Counter Terrorism (OCT), where he established the Cyber Analysis Unit (CAU) at the New York State Intelligence Center (NYSIC). Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, University at Albany, 2009 M.A. in Political Science, University at Albany, 2007 B.A. in Political Science, Binghamton University, 2002 Nussbaum's research examines cybersecurity governance with emphasis on state/local capabilities, critical infrastructure protection, and intelligence communication. His core interests include: Policy frameworks for municipal cybersecurity resilience Threat assessment methodologies for emerging technologies Cross-jurisdictional information sharing architectures Operational challenges in smart city security His recent publications (2020-2024) demonstrate multidisciplinary analysis of cyber-physical threats, with recurring themes in: Critical infrastructure vulnerability and crisis management Evolution of financial cybercrime and regulatory responses Attribution challenges in cyber incidents Intersections of disinformation, surveillance, and democratic processes Nussbaum contributes to field-building through affiliations with New America and Stanford CIS, extending his impact beyond academia into national policy discourse. His prior operational experience at NYSIC informs applied research on public-sector cybersecurity capacity.

John L. AkulaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Business Law
• Entrepreneurship Law
• Healthcare Law
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John L. Akula is a Senior Lecturer in Law at the MIT Sloan School of Management. He leads the business law curriculum, focusing on legal challenges for startups, high-growth firms, and established companies. His expertise includes entrepreneurship legal risks, complex transactions, finance, and innovation in technology. Akula is affiliated with the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship and holds academic positions in Behavioral and Policy Sciences. Before academia, he practiced law for 15 years, including roles at leading firms like Goodwin Procter, advising senior management and boards across industries like finance and healthcare. He earned a BA from Columbia University, a PhD in Sociology from Harvard University, and a JD from Harvard Law School. Education: BA, Columbia University PhD in Sociology, Harvard University J.D., Harvard Law School Akula's research interests span legal commitments in business contexts, regulatory policy, healthcare law, and the intersection of law with emerging technologies. His work explores how legal frameworks influence entrepreneurship, corporate governance, and public policy, particularly in high-risk industries like healthcare and financial services. Awards: National Science Foundation Pre-Doctoral Fellow Russell Sage Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow Advising & Grants: Akula has advised numerous senior managers and corporate boards during his legal career, though no formal advisees or students are listed. His professional experience includes significant contributions to legislative drafting and trade association practices. Labs/Teams: Akula is part of the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship and contributes to the school’s executive education and international programs.

Subhajit BasuView profile

Professor

• Law and Technology
• Regulation of Emerging Technologies
• Cyberspace
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Professor Subhajit Basu is a leading academic at the University of Leeds , holding the position of Professor of Law and Technology within the School of Law . His work bridges Law, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Emerging Technologies , with a focus on the Global South . He has authored influential books including Privacy and Healthcare Data (Routledge, 2016) and Global Perspectives on E-Commerce Taxation Law (Ashgate, 2008). PhD, Liverpool John Moores University LLB, Calcutta University Called to the Bar in 1998, specializing in Corporate Law in India Research Interests span Regulation of Emerging Technologies, AI Governance, Health Data Privacy, Autonomous Systems, and Online Harm . His recent projects include CoR: Sextortion in the Age of Blockchain and Deepfakes (Naif Arab University, 2025–2026) and Autonomy and Moral Agency in Bioethics (WBNUJS, 2024–2025). He previously led EU Horizon projects like PASCAL (2019–2023) on Connected and Autonomous Vehicles. Scientific Awards include the Hind Rattan (Jewel of India, 2020) and fellowships from the Royal Society of Arts and Higher Education Academy . His editorial leadership includes Editor-in-Chief of the International Review of Law Computers and Technology and associate roles on five journals. Notable Grants include funding from Naif Arab University (Saudi Arabia), EU Horizon 2020, EPSRC, and the Atlantic Philanthropies. He has provided consultancy to the National Cybercrime Research Centre (Poland), the Government of Saudi Arabia on AI frameworks, and The Dialogue (India) on IT Rules.

Mark J. BrowneView profile

Professor

• Risk Management
• Insurance
• Health Care Reform
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Mark J. Browne is a Professor and Chair of the School of Risk Management at the Peter J. Tobin College of Business, St. John’s University. He holds the Robert Clements Distinguished Chair and is an Associate Member of the Munich Risk and Insurance Center. Previously, he held the Gerald D. Stephens CPCU Chair at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His expertise spans risk management, insurance, and employee benefits, with a focus on regulatory policy, cyber risk, and health care reform. He has advised businesses and testified before the U.S. Senate on flood insurance post-Hurricane Katrina. Education: PhD, MA, and BS in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School. Research Interests: Behavioral economics in insurance markets, underwriting cycles, privacy concerns in insurance, and flood insurance policy. His research appears in journals like the Journal of Risk and Insurance and Geneva Papers on Risk and Insurance . Awards include the Shin Award for Research Excellence and multiple teaching accolades. He serves on international advisory boards for risk research institutions. Teaching includes executive leadership courses in risk management and global insurance market dynamics. He has collaborated with media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg BusinessWeek.

Feng WangView profile

Lecturer

• Insurance Law
• Marine Insurance Law
• Maritime Law
• +3 more

Dr. Feng Wang is a Lecturer in Law and member of the Institute of Maritime Law at Southampton Law School. He holds a PhD in Marine Insurance Law from the University of Exeter and LLM in Maritime Law from the University of Southampton. His research focuses on insurance law, marine insurance, maritime law, and law & technology intersections, particularly exploring the lex maritima framework as a self-regulatory system. Education History: PhD (Marine Insurance Law), University of Exeter LLM (Maritime Law, Merit), University of Southampton LLB (First Class), Dalian Maritime University BBA (International Shipping Management), Dalian Maritime University Research Interests: Regulatory evolution of maritime commercial activities Cyber risks in shipping insurance Blockchain applications in maritime contracts Comparative analysis of Chinese and English insurance law Awards: BILA Article Prize (2014) UK Maritime & Commercial Law Mooting Competition Winner (2014) Advising & Projects: Supervising 3 PhD students in Law Contributed to PRC Ministry of Transport's Chinese Maritime Law reform (2018) Consultant for insurance industry practitioners like MS Amlin Labs/Teams: Active member of the Institute of Maritime Law, collaborating on lex maritima theory and maritime regulatory frameworks.

• Insurance sector
• Financial markets
• Retirement savings
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Dr. Teresa Bednarczyk is a full-time Professor at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University's Faculty of Economics , where she leads the Department of Insurance and Investment . She earned her PhD (1999) and habilitation (2012) in Economics from the same university, with both theses focusing on insurance , financial markets , and pension systems . Her work has been recognized with the National Bank of Poland Award for habilitation theses. ORCID ID: 0000-0002-9340-6864 Current consultation hours: On-site Tuesdays 9:30-11:00 in room 615, remote via Microsoft Teams Thursdays 13:00-14:30 Research focuses on insurance sector dynamics , pension system evolution , and financial market interdependencies . Recent publications examine peer-to-peer insurance models , retirement savings determinants , and systemic risk in reinsurance . Her work spans empirical studies and theoretical frameworks. Scientific contributions include 25 publications with 936 ministerial points. Key awards: National Bank of Poland Award (2014) Polish Academy of Sciences membership (since 2015) Scientific Advisory Committee to Financial Ombudsman (multiple terms) Serves as primary advisor to multiple award-winning theses, including Dr. Tomasz Pasierbowicz 's 2024 work on sharing economy insurance and Jakub Konstanciuk 's 2022 research on cyber risk in Poland .

Nicolas VermeysView profile

Professor

• Cyberjustice
• Information Security Law
• Artificial Intelligence in Law
• +6 more

Nicolas Vermeys is a Full Professor at the Université de Montréal’s Faculty of Law, serving as Director of the Centre de recherche en droit public (CRDP) and Associate Director of the Cyberjustice Laboratory. He holds advanced degrees (LL.D. and LL.M.) from Université de Montréal and is a certified CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional). His work focuses on intersections between technology and law, particularly cybersecurity, AI governance, and cyberjustice innovation. Education: LL.D. and LL.M. (Université de Montréal) Affiliations: Cyberjustice Laboratory, CRDP, Regroupement stratégique Research Interests: Cyberjustice systems, AI ethics in law, information security obligations, civil liability in digital contexts, and legal frameworks for emerging technologies. He frequently advises governments, legal professionals, and international organizations on these topics. Recent Article Trends: Explores cybersecurity challenges in judiciary systems, AI’s role in judicial processes, and privacy implications of smart technologies. Key themes include ODR systems, digital evidence reliability, and regulatory strategies for autonomous systems. Grants & Projects: Lead researcher on initiatives like Lex Electronica (digital law research) and Human-Centric Cybersecurity Partnership. Co-leads projects on judicial data processing, blockchain arbitration, and AI-driven legal tools. Labs & Teams: Directs CRDP (Canada’s largest legal research center) and co-manages the Cyberjustice Lab, which develops software solutions for justice system challenges. Collaborates internationally with institutions like William & Mary Law School and the University of Fortaleza.

• Technology Law
• Privacy Law
• Criminology
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Lisa Collingwood is an Associate Professor of Law at Northeastern University London since 2023, serving as Course Leader for Law of Tort and Tort Extensions and Developments. She contributes to Equity and Trusts teaching and supervises dissertations. Her research focuses on technology law and privacy law, with notable publications in peer-reviewed journals like Information & Communications Technology Law. She co-edits the post-SLSA edition of this journal and holds roles as Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, affiliate member of Boston Law School, and Deputy Institutional Lead for AdvanceHE Fellowships. Education includes a PhD (Kingston University, 2014), MA in Legal Studies (2007), Graduate Diploma in Law (2005), and BSc in Economics with Maths (1986). Prior to Northeastern, she was Senior Lecturer at Kingston University (2013–2023), teaching across tort law, criminal law, and technology law modules. Research interests emphasize regulatory challenges in technology, privacy paradoxes, and socio-legal impacts of autonomous systems. Her work addresses topics like liability in smart devices, online anonymity, and ethical AI frameworks. She has presented at global conferences including the Socio-Legal Studies Association and Winchester TRILCon conferences. As External Examiner in Law at the University of Salford and with editorial roles, she actively shapes legal education and scholarship. Her interdisciplinary focus bridges technical innovation and legal frameworks, contributing to debates on global technology governance.