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• Sustainability
• Environmental Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
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Clare D'Souza is a Professor of Marketing at La Trobe University, specializing in sustainability, consumer behavior, and marketing strategy. She holds academic appointments at the University of the Basque Country (Spain) and collaborates internationally with researchers in Malaysia, China, Canada, India, and Portugal. Her research bridges sustainability and marketing, emphasizing environmental leadership, consumer decision-making, and ethical business practices. Education: PhD (University of Bombay), MBA (SIIDS, India), BComm and LLB (La Trobe University). Research Interests Her work focuses on sustainability in business, consumer intent, and the integration of environmental goals into marketing strategies. Key areas include greenfluencer impact, recycling behavior, and sustainable development goals (SDGs) in supply chains. She also explores digital marketing innovations and ethical consumption patterns. Grants & Collaborations Professor D'Souza has secured significant funding through grants and consultancies, leading projects on sustainability and marketing. She advises international organizations and government agencies on curriculum design and sustainable practices. Awards - OLT National Citation (2012) for teaching excellence - UN VIC Finalist (2016) for sustainability research Teaching & Supervision She teaches across campuses and oversees HDR students, contributing to curriculum development in sustainability and marketing. Her courses cover entrepreneurship, retail management, and social/environmental marketing. Labs & Teams Associated with the Governance, Marketing and Sustainability Research Centre (University of the Basque Country), she leads interdisciplinary teams focusing on global sustainability challenges.

• Judicial Decision-Making
• Artificial Intelligence in Law
• Legal Psychology
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Dr. Brian Barry is an Associate Professor in Intellectual Property Law at Trinity College Dublin's School of Law. He specializes in judicial decision-making, AI in legal systems, and workplace dispute resolution. His research bridges psychology, court operations, and technology, with notable contributions to understanding judicial behavior and AI's role in justice systems. He holds a PhD in Workplace Dispute Resolution from Trinity College Dublin (2013) and an LL.B. (2009) from the same institution. Dr. Barry has advised government agencies on decision-making processes and delivers training to judges on judicial psychology. His work has been cited by courts like the Irish Supreme Court and Australian Federal Court. He has held visiting positions at Columbia University and the University of Toronto, and previously practiced law in Dublin. His 2021 book How Judges Judge explores empirical insights into judicial behavior. Recent research trends focus on AI applications in courts, judicial group decision-making dynamics, and the integration of behavioral economics principles into justice systems. He actively contributes to peer-reviewed journals in legal technology, judicial studies, and dispute resolution. Recognition includes the 2021 Teaching Hero Award from Trinity College Dublin. His advisory work extends to judicial councils and legal education reforms, emphasizing practical applications of empirical findings in legal practice.

Fei QinView profile

Associate Professor

• International Management
• Labor Market Studies
• Entrepreneurship
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Dr. Fei Qin is an Associate Professor and Director of Cross Faculty Studies at the University of Bath, with affiliations to the Centre for Future of Work and the Centre for Research in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Bath. She holds a PhD from MIT and a BA from Peking University. Her research focuses on international management, labor markets, and entrepreneurship, particularly global talent mobility, innovation ecosystems, and technological impacts on work. She has served as an Editorial Board member for the Journal of International Business Studies and previously held roles at LSE and ILO. She is an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at Imperial College London and actively contributes to academic governance as a Senator at Bath. Education: PhD in Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) BA in Economics, Peking University Research Interests: Global talent mobility and international entrepreneurship Innovation ecosystems and technological influences Future of work, including reskilling/upskilling Entrepreneurial learning and ecosystems Awards: Recipient of the Emerald Citations of Excellence Award for work on labor standards in Nike's supply chain. Active in editorial roles and academic leadership, including organizing the 2024 European Academy of Management Annual Conference. Grants and Advising: Supervises doctoral students and has secured research funding through collaborative projects. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education and economic development. Labs/Teams: Leads cross-faculty initiatives at Bath and collaborates with Imperial College London through her Honorary Fellowship.

• Industrial Organization
• Applied Econometrics
• Telecommunications Policy
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Jonathan W Williams is a Professor of Economics and Director of the Center for Regulatory and Industrial Studies (CRIS) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He holds a B.A. in Economics and B.S. in Applied Mathematics from Ohio University, and a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Virginia. His career includes six years at the University of Georgia before joining UNC in 2015. His research focuses on industrial organization, applied econometrics, and regulatory policy, with specializations in telecommunications, airline markets, and broadband networks. He has published extensively on topics such as price discrimination in airlines, consumer behavior analysis using digital data, and regulatory challenges in network industries. Williams’ work often intersects with policy-relevant issues, including the impact of gatekeeper behavior in telecom markets, the effects of video piracy on content industries, and the economic implications of broadband pricing strategies. He leads CRIS, which focuses on industrial organization research with a public policy lens. His collaborative projects include improving broadband network reliability through proactive maintenance strategies. His research portfolio includes over 30 peer-reviewed articles, spanning from 2008 to 2025, with recent emphasis on telecommunications regulation, airline industry dynamics, and digital market behaviors. He has received grants for collaborative research on infrastructure and network economics.

• Pharmacoepidemiology
• Epidemiology
• Observational Research
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D.L. (Daniala) Weir is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Science college, specifically within the Pharmacoepidemiology and Clinical Pharmacology department. Her research bridges clinical pharmacology , epidemiology , and applied data science to enhance medication safety for patients with multimorbidity. Education: B.Sc. in Biological Sciences (University of Alberta, 2012) M.Sc. in Epidemiology (University of Alberta, 2014) Ph.D. in Epidemiology (McGill University, 2019) Postdoctoral Fellowship (University of Toronto, 2021) Her work combines causal inference frameworks with machine learning to address clinical challenges using real-world data from Canada, the UK, and the Netherlands. She collaborates across disciplines with biostatisticians , data scientists , and healthcare professionals , emphasizing patient-centered approaches through engagement with patients and caregivers. Key research areas include: Dynamic treatment regimens Medication-related harm prevention Adverse drug event detection mHealth applications for adherence Her publications demonstrate expertise in applied data science methodologies for time-to-event analysis , predictive modeling , and multimorbidity treatment optimization .

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Cybersecurity
• Privacy and Ethics in Technology
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Leah Zhang-Kennedy is an Assistant Professor at the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business, University of Waterloo. She holds a cross-appointment in Faculty roles, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of technology, ethics, and human behavior. Her research explores privacy implications in emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and extended reality (XR), with a focus on deceptive design patterns, cybersecurity education, and cryptocurrency user behavior. Key themes include ethical responsibility in AI failures, user perceptions of smart home devices, and mitigating privacy harms through storytelling and design interventions. Zhang-Kennedy’s work spans over a decade, with publications analyzing deceptive game mechanics, VR privacy risks, and children’s online privacy education. Her projects often involve collaborative development of educational tools such as interactive comics and visualizations to enhance public understanding of security and privacy concepts. While no specific grants or awards are listed, her contributions highlight innovative approaches to addressing technology’s societal impacts through both critical analysis and practical design solutions.

• Applied Econometrics
• Agricultural Land Markets
• Renewable Energy (Wind Energy)
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Dr. Matthias Ritter is a Senior Researcher at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, holding a position at the Chair of Marketing. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at Jönköping International Business School (Sweden) and held roles including Junior Professor of Quantitative Agricultural Economics at Humboldt University Berlin. He earned his PhD in Economics (Dr. rer. oec.) from Humboldt University Berlin in 2011, focusing on econometrics and economic statistics. Education: PhD in Economics, Humboldt University Berlin (2011) Postdoctoral Researcher, Technical University Berlin (2013) Diploma in Mathematics (university unspecified) Research Interests: Ritter’s work centers on applied econometrics, agricultural land markets, renewable energy (especially wind energy), and weather risk management. His research bridges economic theory with practical applications in climate change adaptation, land valuation, and energy policy. Recent studies include analyzing bargaining power in agricultural land markets and modeling wind energy potential in urban areas. Key Awards: Best Paper Award (GEWISOLA, 2021) Humboldt Award for Excellence in Teaching (2020 shortlist) Stifterverband Prize (2018) for land market research Finanzkompass Innovation Award (2013) for dissertation Teaching & Advising: Ritter teaches courses in data science, agricultural economics, and renewable energy economics. He has advised students in both bachelor’s and master’s thesis seminars but no named advisees are listed. His research has explored interdisciplinary topics such as wind turbine efficiency, climate modeling, and digital teaching strategies post-pandemic. Labs/Teams: Engaged with agricultural economics and energy policy research groups, focusing on collaborative projects involving land markets, renewable energy integration, and climate risk assessment.

• Event Cognition
• Human-Robot Interaction
• Visual Working Memory
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Frank Papenmeier is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Tübingen, within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on event cognition, human-robot interaction, visual working memory, and visual attention. He coordinates the 'Coordination Cognitive Psychology and Research Methods' research group. His work explores how people perceive and interact with dynamic environments, including studies on event segmentation, cognitive offloading, and aesthetic judgments. He has contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work addressing topics like the impact of framing on art perception and the role of AI in education. Papenmeier's research integrates experimental methods with interdisciplinary approaches, including collaborations on teleoperation systems and AI-based tutoring. He has presented at major conferences such as the European Society for Cognitive Psychology and the Psychonomic Society. His lab emphasizes methodological rigor, evidenced by contributions to replication databases and open science initiatives. Education: Not explicitly stated in the text, but his titles include Dr. rer. nat. (Doctor of Natural Sciences) and Diplom-Psychologe (Psychology Diploma). Research Interests: His primary areas include event cognition, human-robot interaction (e.g., helping behavior toward robots), visual working memory (e.g., spatial configuration processing), and cognitive offloading (e.g., impact on memory and performance). He also investigates aesthetic judgments and narrative comprehension through eye-tracking and experimental paradigms. Articles Trends: Recent work addresses applied topics like cookie consent interfaces, AI in education (e.g., R programming tutors), and perceptual effects in 3D cinema. His studies often bridge cognitive theory with real-world applications, such as usability design and social robotics. Labs/Teams: Leads the research group 'Coordination Cognitive Psychology and Research Methods' at the University of Tübingen. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects involving robotics, AI, and human-computer interaction.

Francisco QueirozView profile

Lecturer

• Digital Design
• Interaction Design
• User-Centred Design
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Dr. Francisco Queiroz is a Lecturer in Digital Innovation Design at the School of Design, University of Leeds. He holds a PhD in Design from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and has academic qualifications in Digital Games Design (MA) and Advertising (BA). His research focuses on scientific software usability, immersive technologies, and gamification applied to citizen science and civic engagement. Key research interests include: Scientific software user experience (UX) Color psychology in digital environments Design for cognitive performance enhancement VR applications in education and design Gameful interfaces for scientific practice Recent work explores color's impact on cognitive tasks in virtual reality, digital material design for education, and bridging gaps between academia and industry through game-based methodologies. His editorial role with the Information Design Journal (2020–2022) reflects his commitment to advancing design communication standards. Teaching focuses on creative campaign development and digital innovation in advertising, integrating emerging technologies like AR/VR into design pedagogy.

Jessica WoodhamsView profile

Professor

• Forensic Psychology
• Policing Strategies
• Sexual Offending
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Professor Jessica Woodhams is a chartered psychologist and HCPC-registered forensic psychologist at the University of Birmingham's School of Psychology, where she serves as Head of Research. She specializes in policing strategies, sexual offending, and crime linkage analysis, co-producing research with international practitioners. Her leadership roles include founding the C-LINK network, co-directing the Centre for Crime, Justice and Policing, and leading work streams on transnational crime. She holds a PhD from the University of Leicester, an MSc from Kent, and a BSc from Southampton. Her research focuses on informing police decision-making through crime linkage methodologies, evaluating interventions, and addressing the wellbeing of criminal justice professionals. She has secured over £5 million in grants, including a £1.74M project on internet-facilitated child sexual offending. Her work emphasizes collaboration with agencies like the Home Office, National Crime Agency, and international police forces. Recent publications explore secondary traumatic stress in analytical roles, face recognition neuroscience, and pandemic impacts on sex offenses. She advises on high-profile cases and develops AI-driven decision tools for law enforcement. Supervising over 100 students, her mentorship spans PhD candidates, ForenPsyD/ClinPsyD trainees, and MSc students.

Priya S. GuptaView profile

Associate Professor

• Property Law
• Critical Race Theory
• Urban Governance
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Priya S. Gupta is an Associate Professor at McGill University's Faculty of Law , focusing on property law, critical race theory, and urban governance. Prior to McGill, she held roles at Southwestern Law School and Jindal Global Law School in India, where she contributed to founding their faculty. She is affiliated with King's College London's Transnational Law Institute and the University of Washington's India Law Institute. Her research examines how property regimes perpetuate racial inequality globally, particularly in housing and financial systems. Educated at the University of North Carolina (B.A. Economics), London School of Economics (MSc), New York University (J.D.), and LSE (PhD), her work spans transnational legal frameworks, socio-economic inequality, and urban development. She has advised on anti-money laundering policies in Ontario and sits on the board of the Parkdale Neighborhood Land Trust, advocating for affordable housing in Toronto. Her research interests include the intersections of property law with race, capitalism, and global financial systems. Recent work analyzes housing inequality in North America, India, and the UK, alongside critiques of financialized urban governance. She has held visiting professorships at Osgoode Hall and King's College London, and led the American Association of Law Schools' Property Section as its President. Gupta organizes the McGill Law Critical Race Reading Salon and collaborates on projects addressing rural development in India and equitable electoral laws in Toronto. Her transnational legal scholarship bridges theoretical rigor with practical community engagement in marginalized communities.

William A. V. ClarkView profile

Research Professor

• Urban Studies
• Demography
• Residential Segregation
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William A. V. Clark is a Research Professor of Geography at UCLA and an Emeritus faculty member. He holds affiliations with the California Population Center and has been a visiting scholar at institutions including the University of St. Andrews and Bristol University. His research focuses on urban demography, residential segregation, migration patterns, and housing policy, with a particular emphasis on how demographic changes reshape urban landscapes. Clark's educational background includes a PhD from the University of Illinois (1964) and a D.Sc. (Honoris Causa) from the University of Auckland (1994). He has received prestigious awards such as the US National Academy of Sciences membership (2005) and the Decade of Behavior Research Award (2005). His work explores the interplay between residential preferences, economic factors, and public policy in shaping urban segregation. Notable contributions include testing the Schelling segregation model using survey data and analyzing migration impacts on labor markets and family dynamics. Recent studies investigate housing markets in China, including millennials' homeownership challenges and wellbeing disparities. Clark has authored over 20 books and numerous articles, with key publications addressing housing choice, urban inequality, and migration theories. His grants and fellowships include a Guggenheim Fellowship (1994-95) and a UK Economic and Social Research Council Fellowship (2011). His research has informed legal cases on urban desegregation, bridging demographic analysis with legal discourse.

Hamed Nabizadeh RafsanjaniView profile

Lecturer

• IoT
• AI in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC)
• Digital Twin Technology
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Hamed Nabizadeh Rafsanjani, Ph.D., P.E., ENV SP is a Lecturer at the University of Georgia (UGA) College of Engineering since 2018. He holds a Ph.D. and master’s degrees in Construction Engineering and Management from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL). Prior to UGA, he served as an assistant professor and visiting lecturer at various universities, earning accolades such as the Best Teacher Award and Best Researcher Award. His research focuses on IoT, AI, and Digital Twin technologies applied to Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industries. As director of iSC-LAB, he develops IoT-based platforms to analyze building occupants’ energy-use behaviors and improve learning environments. His research interests span smart building systems, non-intrusive energy monitoring, and occupant behavior analysis. Key projects include a global occupant behavior database and an IoT-based smartphone energy assistant (iSEA). He has secured grants from agencies like the National Science Foundation (NSF), contributing to studies on energy efficiency, construction project management, and sustainability in built environments. Rafsanjani’s publications (2018–2023) emphasize AI-driven solutions for AEC, IoT applications in energy management, and adaptive learning systems. His work bridges technology and human behavior to optimize building performance and educational outcomes. Awards reflect his dual excellence in pedagogy and research, with ongoing contributions to the Sustainable Human-Building Ecosystems field.

Yiqun PanView profile

Visiting Professor

• Building Performance Simulation
• Energy Efficiency
• Sustainable Building Design
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Dr. Yiqun Pan is a Special Faculty at Carnegie Mellon University's Center for Building Performance and Diagnostics, and a Visiting Professor at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. With 25+ years of experience, she specializes in building performance simulation, energy efficiency, and sustainable design. Her work integrates machine learning and big data to enhance building performance and occupant well-being. Research focuses include low-carbon building technologies, energy flexibility optimization, and carbon reduction strategies. She has led projects funded by the China National Science Foundation and U.S. Energy Foundation. Dr. Pan has authored six books and over 150 publications, including 42 English journal papers. Teaching includes courses on LEED certification, green infrastructure, HVAC systems for low-carbon buildings, and building energy systems integration. Awards include IBPSA Fellow and ASHRAE Membership. She chaired the 2023 Building Simulation Conference, demonstrating global leadership in building science. Her contributions span tool development (e.g., DeST 3.0 simulation platform) and interdisciplinary collaborations. Current work bridges academic research with practical applications, advancing sustainable urban development and zero-carbon building practices.

David ZeitlynView profile

Professor

• Anthropology of Religion
• Visual Anthropology
• West/Central African Studies
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Professor David Zeitlyn is a Professor of Social Anthropology at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of Wolfson College. His research focuses on the anthropology of religion, visual anthropology, West/Central African studies, sociolinguistics, and the role of technology in decision-making. He has conducted extensive fieldwork among the Mambila in Cameroon since 1985, exploring topics such as divination, kinship, and the history of photography. His work integrates multimedia and digital tools to analyze archives and museum collections, including collaborations with the Pitt Rivers Museum. Zeitlyn has supervised numerous doctoral students, many focusing on African studies, visual repatriation of cultural materials, and the social impact of ICT. His publications include seminal works like An Anthropological Toolkit (2022) and Mambila Divination (2020). He has held prestigious roles, including the Evans-Pritchard Lectureship at All Souls College (2003-2004). His research also addresses ethical challenges in archiving and data sharing, advocating for 'Augustinian archival openness.' Key themes in his work include the interplay between technology and culture, the documentation of endangered languages, and the analysis of photographic archives as cultural artifacts. He has received funding from AHRC and JISC for projects like 'Facing the Future' (2013), exploring digital archiving and cultural representation.