Dr. Sabrina Seeler is associated with the Department of Economics at the West Coast University of Applied Sciences (FH Westküste), a German institution focused on practical education and applied research. Her work bridges tourism studies with economic frameworks, emphasizing sustainability and resilience in travel systems. University: West Coast University of Applied Sciences Department: Department of Economics Her research explores the socio-economic impacts of tourism, particularly in urban and rural contexts. Key themes include: Tourism acceptance and quality of life Resilience strategies for post-pandemic recovery Psychographic segmentation of travelers Sustainable supply chain practices Community-based destination development Paradoxes of off-the-beaten-track tourism Recent publications highlight her leadership in advancing sustainable tourism frameworks, including insights from the International Competence Network of Tourism Research and Education (ICNT) and analyses of resident perceptions in big German cities. Her Google Scholar articles (2016–2025) demonstrate expertise in: Tourism's role in climate protection Destination branding and reputation Experienced tourist typologies Post-COVID-19 tourism adaptation Measuring sustainability attitudes along the customer journey Cruise tourism recovery strategies
Dr. Hien Bui is a Lecturer in Marketing and Programme Director for MSc Marketing and MSc Strategic Digital Marketing at York Business School, York St John University . Her academic work bridges artificial intelligence , services marketing , and consumer behavior within tourism and hospitality contexts. Academic Affiliation: York Business School, York St John University Key Research Themes: AI applications in tourism, service robots, digital innovations, sustainable hospitality Her research focuses on the intersection of technology and consumer experiences , particularly examining: How human-like traits in service robots affect perceived authenticity and value The impact of AI-generated visual content on tourist decision-making Transition of commercial foodservices toward triple bottom line sustainability Behavioral patterns of older consumers in digital spaces Role of generative AI in value co-creation/destruction dynamics Recent publications in journals like Journal of Hospitality Marketing & Management and Tourism Management Perspectives reveal trends in digital transformation and emerging consumer technologies within the travel industry. Her QR-funded projects include: QR22-23-87 : Human-like service robots in hospitality QR23-24-26 : AI authenticity in tourism Institute of Social Justice Grant : Financial support uptake among older populations As an active reviewer for 15+ journals and editorial board member of Tourism and Hospitality Research , Dr. Bui shapes academic discourse while teaching postgraduate modules in Digital Marketing and Strategic Brand Management.
Mona Arhire is a Professor in the Department of Theoretical and Applied Linguistics at the Faculty of Letters, Transylvania University of Brașov. She maintains an active academic presence with her office located at B-dul Eroilor no. 25, Brașov, Romania, Building T, room TP7, and can be contacted at +40 268 474059 or mona.arhire@unitbv.ro. Dr. Arhire's research spans multiple disciplines with primary focus on translation studies , corpus linguistics , and intercultural communication . Her work extends into educational research , particularly examining EU-funded programs and after-school initiatives for disadvantaged students. She also investigates digital marketing applications including AI-generated imagery and social media optimization, along with tourism studies focusing on generational consumer behavior and destination marketing. Her publications reflect a strong commitment to socio-economic development research, especially concerning Romanian students and communities. Analysis of Dr. Arhire's publication trends reveals an evolving research trajectory from traditional linguistics toward increasingly interdisciplinary work connecting language studies with digital technologies, educational policy, and socio-economic development. Her recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate significant engagement with contemporary issues including AI in business, digital transformation in education, and sustainable development frameworks. The methodological diversity in her work ranges from corpus-based linguistic analysis to quantitative socio-economic evaluation and qualitative entrepreneurial research. Dr. Arhire maintains an active role in academic supervision and research leadership, though specific details about current advisees are not provided in the available documentation. Her work on translational learner corpora and educational program evaluation suggests substantial involvement in developing research methodologies that bridge theoretical linguistics with practical educational applications.
Jin Hoo Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Sejong University's College of Hotel, Tourism and Food Service Management. He has been with Sejong University since 2011, initially as an Assistant Professor (2011-2017) and promoted to Associate Professor in 2018. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Purdue University (2010), an M.S. in the same field from the University of Massachusetts (2007), and a B.A. in Economics from Seoul National University (1998). Education Ph.D., Hospitality and Tourism Management, Purdue University, 2010 M.S., Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Massachusetts, 2007 B.A., Economics, Seoul National University, 1998 Research Interests Professor Kim's research focuses on international tourism and consumer decision-making in hospitality contexts. His work examines various aspects of tourist behavior including destination selection, reservation channel preferences, spending decisions, and environmentally friendly behaviors in hotel settings. He is particularly known for applying advanced statistical and research methods to hospitality and tourism research, with expertise in spatial econometrics and moderated regression analysis. His research has significant practical implications for tourism marketing, destination management, and hotel operations, addressing contemporary issues in the digital age such as online reservation systems, live commerce in tourism, and the sharing economy's impact on traditional hospitality sectors. Research Trends Professor Kim's publication record shows a consistent research trajectory in hospitality and tourism management spanning over 15 years. His early work focused on financial aspects of hospitality firms, including hotel REITs and dividend behavior. More recently, his research has shifted toward consumer behavior in digital contexts, examining online reservation channels, social commerce, and the psychological factors influencing tourist decisions. A notable trend is his increasing focus on methodological rigor, with several publications addressing appropriate statistical techniques for tourism research. Scientific Recognition h-index of 6 based on Scopus citations 195 total citations according to institutional metrics Publications in high-impact journals including Journal of Travel Research, International Journal of Hospitality Management, and Current Issues in Tourism Academic Service Professor Kim serves as an advisor for graduate students, supervising master's and doctoral theses in the Graduate School of Hotel, Tourism, Culinary Arts, and Restaurant Management. He teaches courses including International Hotel Tourism Seminar, Cruise Management Theory, and guides students through graduation research. His industry experience at SK C&C (2000-2002) provides practical insights that inform his academic work and teaching. Research Environment Professor Kim maintains an active research laboratory at Sejong University (Gwang 505), where he collaborates with colleagues on various tourism and hospitality projects. His research group focuses on both quantitative analysis of tourist behavior and methodological advancements in hospitality research, examining contemporary issues in tourism marketing, digital hospitality, and destination management.
Justin A. Bosch is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Utah. His research focuses on inter-organ communication through blood-borne proteins, primarily using Drosophila as a model system with human-like organ systems. The Bosch Lab employs a multidisciplinary approach combining experimental and computational techniques to map protein origins and destinations in circulation. Research interests center on discovering novel circulating inter-organ factors that mediate communication between organ systems. Key areas include hormone signaling, protein trafficking mechanisms, and the functional characterization of blood proteomes. The lab develops innovative tools such as protein proximity labeling (TurboID), computational prediction of protein complexes (AlphaFold), and CRISPR-based genome engineering to overcome technical barriers in studying inter-organ communication. Analysis of recent publications reveals a strong focus on Drosophila genetics, proteomics, and CRISPR technologies. The research trajectory shows progression from foundational genetic tools development toward comprehensive mapping of inter-organ communication networks, with increasing integration of computational approaches and human disease relevance. The Bosch Lab maintains active funding and collaborations, including recent support from the U of U Health Philanthropic Partners Group for high-risk, high-reward projects. The lab has established critical infrastructure including a GPU node at the Center for High Performance Computing and utilizes the Cell Imaging Core for advanced microscopy. Current lab personnel include research technicians and undergraduate researchers working on projects related to characterizing candidate inter-organ factors, developing novel experimental tools, and investigating human missense variants in hormones and their receptors. The lab actively participates in academic symposia and retreats within the Department of Human Genetics and broader university community.
Matthew J. Bauman serves as an Assistant Professor at Purdue University Northwest's White Lodging School of Hospitality and Tourism Management within the College of Business. His academic career focuses on the intersection of consumer behavior and hospitality management, with particular expertise in wine, beer, and food tourism sectors. Dr. Bauman earned his educational credentials from prestigious hospitality programs: a Ph.D. in Hospitality Administration from Texas Tech University, an M.S. in Hospitality Management from the University of Houston, and a B.S. in Hotel & Restaurant Management from the same institution. His research investigates how involvement and expertise impact consumer decision-making, information processing and preference development, with specific focus on wine, beer and food consumer behavior. Dr. Bauman employs experiential learning techniques in his teaching, connecting theoretical concepts with real-world applications through research projects and hands-on lesson plans. His work with students extends to collaborative research projects, including a grant exploring expressions of gratitude in tipping behavior and sustainable tourism impacts of short-term rentals. His publication record demonstrates consistent focus on wine tourism, consumer behavior, and beverage industry marketing, with articles appearing in Current Issues in Tourism and International Journal of Wine Business Research. His research has gained recognition beyond academia, being featured in Forbes and WineBusiness.com. WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, Passed with Distinction Certified Beer Server in the Cicerone Program Editorial Board, Wine Business Case Research Journal Dr. Bauman actively mentors students through research collaborations and brings industry experience into the classroom. His current projects include research on sustainable tourism impacts and expressions of gratitude in service encounters. Notably, he maintains one of the world's largest collections of canned wine and is pursuing a Guinness World Record for this unique collection, reflecting his deep engagement with beverage industry trends.
Milena Micevski is an Associate Professor at the Department of Marketing at Copenhagen Business School (CBS), Denmark. She holds a PhD in Marketing Strategy from Loughborough University, UK, and serves as a Member of the B2B Marketing Research Cluster and Marketing Ethics Research Cluster at CBS. Additionally, she is an Associate Editor at Business Ethics, the Environment & Responsibility and an ad-hoc reviewer for leading journals and conferences like the American Marketing Association Conference. Education: PhD in Marketing Strategy (Loughborough University, UK) Previous Positions: Academic roles at the University of Vienna and Loughborough University, alongside industry experience with global firms like L'Oréal and family-owned businesses like Nikotex Carpets. Her research focuses on B2B Sales Management, frontline employee dynamics, consumer decision-making, and ethical marketing practices. Key themes include stereotyping in service encounters, emotions in consumer behavior, and sustainable marketing strategies. Recent projects emphasize soil-friendly horticultural practices and the role of ethical frameworks in business. Milena’s work has been recognized with awards such as the Best Doctoral Idea Award (2011) and a nomination for the Hans B. Thorelli Award (2019). Her publications span topics like customer attachment to service firms, sales ambidexterity, and CSR’s impact on brand evaluation. Grants & Projects: Leads initiatives like Hort2theFuture (soil-friendly practices) and explores consumer behavior in economically vulnerable contexts. Labs & Teams: Active in CBS’s B2B Marketing Research Cluster and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on ethics and sustainability.
Maria Lichrou is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at the Department of Management and Marketing, Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick. She specializes in sustainability, consumption, and place branding, with a focus on critical marketing approaches and affective theories. Education: MA in Marketing (University of Nottingham, 2001), PhD in Marketing (University of Limerick, 2009) Research: Active in the Consumers in Society Research Cluster, co-Chair of the Academy of Marketing (UK) Sustainability SIG Expertise: Linked to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly sustainable tourism and ethical consumption Her recent publications examine ambiguous place branding (Wild Atlantic Way), affective consumption (onflow theory), and critical pedagogy in marketing education. Articles appear in Marketing Theory , Journal of Marketing Management , and Tourism Management , with research outputs spanning 2006-2025. 2025: Ambiguity in place branding 2023: Critical pedagogy applications 2022: Affective consumption theory 2019: Sustainability discourses 2018: Place identity dynamics Scientific awards include the George Fisk Award (2014) and Best Paper in Critical Marketing Track (2013). She serves on the KBS Research Ethics Committee and contributes peer-reviewed journal articles and conference papers.
Haywantee Ramkissoon is a Research Professor affiliated with the College of Business, Law and Social Sciences . Her academic work focuses on Tourism Marketing and related disciplines. Total Research Outputs: 6865 views Total Downloads: 3537 Monthly Views: 242 Monthly Downloads: 76 Research Interests: Dr. Ramkissoon explores the intersections of Tourism Marketing , Sustainable Tourism , Cultural Heritage Tourism , Pro-Environmental Behavior , and Leadership in Destination Management . Her work often integrates Psychology and Environmental Science to analyze tourist behavior, place attachment, and sustainable practices. Scientific Trends: Recent publications highlight the role of Social Media in post-pandemic tourism, Augmented Reality applications for visitor engagement, and Machine Learning models predicting eco-friendly behavior. She frequently examines CSR in hospitality and Domestic Tourism dynamics. Collaborative Networks: Dr. Ramkissoon collaborates with institutions across Australia , New Zealand , Cyprus , Iran , Egypt , and Mauritius . Key partners include LUX* Resorts & Hotels , International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (ICHRIE) , and Edward Elgar Publishing .
Dr. Shahab Pourfakhimi is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Dean (Learning & Teaching) at the University of the Sunshine Coast's School of Business and Creative Industries. He holds a PhD from the University of Otago and specializes in tourism marketing, consumer behavior, and digital transformation in education. His research focuses on the intersection of tourism experiences, technology, and well-being, with global collaborations in these areas. Education: PhD (Tourism, University of Otago), MSc (Tourism Planning, UTM), BSc (Industrial Engineering, IAUN). Research Interests: Consumer behavior in tourism, e-tourism technologies, destination branding, tourism marketing, and the socio-psychological dimensions of travel decisions. His work emphasizes how technology enhances well-being through tourism experiences. Awards: USC Business School Engagement Award (2019), International Federation for IT and Travel & Tourism Award (2014), and multiple scholarships including the University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship (2013). Teaching: Consumer Behaviour, Tourism Marketing, ICT in Tourism, and Tourism Policy. He leads curriculum innovation and digital pedagogies. Professional Memberships: International Federation for Information Technology and Travel & Tourism, Council for Australasian Tourism and Hospitality Education.
Dr. Raju Mulye is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics Finance & Marketing at RMIT University, Australia. His teaching focuses on Marketing Principles, Consumer Behavior, Marketing Research, and Analytics. He has received awards such as RMIT’s Innovative Teaching Practice Award for pedagogical innovation. Mulye’s research applies social dilemma theory to marketing challenges, exploring topics like country-of-origin effects, consumer ethnocentrism, and social media influencers. He has supervised ten doctoral students to completion and currently guides one in Artisanal Branding. His research outputs span consumer psychology, ethical consumption, and market dynamics in emerging economies. Notable works include studies on cancel culture’s impact on brands and organic food’s ethical motives. Mulye actively contributes to marketing academia through conference presentations and interdisciplinary collaborations. Advising and grants: Ten completed PhD/Master’s students, one ongoing. Research interests include decision analysis and social media’s role in consumer behavior. His work bridges strategic marketing theory with practical applications in global and subsistence markets.
Dr. Antonia de Jesus Henriques Correia is an Assistant Professor with Habilitation at the Department of Economics, University of Algarve. She holds a PhD in Economics (2000), Master in Strategy (1994), and Degree in Business Management (1990). Her research focuses on Tourism Economics, Consumer Behavior, Luxury Markets, Destination Image , and Marketing , with emphasis on experiential models and behavioral intentions.
Mohamed E. Mohamed is a faculty member at the University of Houston's College of Global Hospitality Leadership . He holds a Ph.D. in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Purdue University, with prior degrees in Hotel Management (B.S. and M.S.) from Fayoum University, Egypt. His research focuses on: Food Experience Design and Management Food Tourism Destination Food Image Destination Marketing and Management Human Automation Interaction in Hospitality and Tourism His peer-reviewed work has appeared in journals such as: International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management Cornell Hospitality Quarterly Journal of Vacation Marketing International Journal of Tourism Cities Notable scientific awards include: Cornell Hospitality Quarterly Best Paper Award (2022) Purdue University's Outstanding Ph.D. Student Award (2021-2022) Egyptian Student Association in North America (ESANA) Excellence Award (2021)
Elena Mattei is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, holding dual affiliations with the Venice School of Management and the Department of Comparative Linguistic and Cultural Studies. She is actively engaged in the National Research Project DIETALY (Destination Italy in English Translation and Language over the Years) in collaboration with the Italian National Tourist Board, investigating early English tourism translation practices in Italy and 20th century promotional materials. Her educational background includes a PhD and Doctor Europaeus in Digital Humanities for English Studies (SSD: L-LIN/12) from the University of Verona with excellent grades. Previously, she earned a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Foreign Languages for Communication in Tourism and Commerce (LM-38; 110L/110), with semesters abroad at University of Massachusetts Boston and Universitaet Passau, and an internship at the travel agency One Food Abroad in Dublin. Mattei's research focuses on multimodal tourism discourse, particularly the collection, annotation and analysis of tourism multimodal corpora on social media. Her work integrates data-driven semiotics into social semiotics and Systemic Functional Linguistics, with the social mission of fostering multimodal literacy and promoting the design of counternarratives for social change, especially regarding environmental protection and informed social media use. She investigates how the capitalist, romantic gaze of the postmodern traveler may be leveraged to cultivate environmental awareness and promote sustainable behavior, with plans to create a Grammar of multimodal eco-discourse to support regenerative travel. Her publications demonstrate a consistent trajectory in multimodal analysis of tourism communication, with increasing focus on sustainability, environmental protection, and the application of computational methods. Recent work shows a shift toward practical applications of her theoretical framework for regenerative tourism and sustainable communication practices, with numerous forthcoming publications in high-impact journals and edited volumes. Finalist for the Paul Fortier Prize as Emerging Researcher in Digital Humanities at Digital Humanities 2023 Shortlisted for the ADHO Paul Fortier Prize as an emergent scholar in Digital Humanities Editorial member of scientific journals TRANS-KATA and Iperstoria (Class A) Peer reviewer for Routledge, Bloomsbury Academic, and several high-impact journals Mattei actively supervises Master's theses at the University of Verona on topics related to tourism discourse and multimodal communication. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at both the University of Verona and Ca' Foscari University of Venice, teaching courses in Digital Humanities, Business English, and English for International Business and Global Affairs. Her research is supported by the DIETALY project funded by MIUR (PRIN 2020), where she serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher under Professor Mirella Agorni. She has developed the Statistically Reliable Image (SRI) Tagging software for visual and multimodal manual annotation in collaboration with ISTI-CNR, and has co-organized international conferences including a multidisciplinary doctoral conference at the University of Verona in 2021. Her work bridges academia and industry through collaborations with Randstad Research and media appearances with La Repubblica discussing sustainable tourism trends.
ERDİNÇ YILMAZ is an Assistant Professor at Gaziantep University's Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Film Design and Direction since 2022, specializing in cinema theory, sociology of film, and Turkish cinematic traditions. Previously, he served as a Lecturer in Foreign Languages at the same institution from 2012-2022. His educational qualifications include: Doctorate (2017-2021) in Radio, Cinema and Television from Gazi University Master's (2015-2017) in Communication and Social Transformation from Gaziantep University Licence (2003-2008) in English Language and Literature from Hacettepe University Yılmaz's research critically examines cinema through lenses of postmodern identity, dystopian narratives, and sociopolitical structures, with particular emphasis on Turkish cinema's evolution and global cinematic movements. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical film analysis, exploring how cinematic language constructs cultural identities and social realities. His 14 recent publications (2019-2025) reveal consistent focus on narrative structures, aesthetic innovations, and sociopolitical commentary across Turkish and international cinema. Key trends include analysis of dystopian spaces, adaptation studies (e.g., Frankenstein narratives), and intersections of music with filmic resistance. As an academic supervisor, Yılmaz has guided six master's theses covering AI in cinema, posthumanist feminism, and geopolitical narratives in film. He contributed to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism-supported 6th International Cinema and Philosophy Symposium (2023). His editorial roles include foreign language editing for SineFilozofi Journal and co-authoring 'Current Issues in the World of Cinema' (2024). Yılmaz actively engages with cinematic practice through jury memberships at 10+ international film festivals (including Rotary and Dicle festivals) and participation in 28 artistic activities, predominantly photography exhibitions at Gaziantep University and cultural centers.
