Katherine McNeill is a Professor in the Department of Teaching, Curriculum, and Society at Boston College's Lynch School of Education and Human Development. She holds the Bryk Faculty Fellowship and specializes in science education, particularly focusing on scientific argumentation, explanation practices, and equitable STEM instruction. Her work emphasizes designing curriculum materials and professional development to support teachers in fostering student-driven inquiry. McNeill earned a PhD and two MS degrees from the University of Michigan (2006), and dual BA degrees in Biology and English from Brown University (1998). She previously taught middle school science and has been at Boston College since 2006. Her research centers on improving science education through: Developing the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) framework Supporting multilingual learners' participation in argumentation Designing educative curriculum materials (e.g., OpenSciEd) Professional learning programs for educators and instructional leaders Key contributions include authoring influential books like Supporting Grade 5-8 Students in Constructing Explanations in Science and articles on curriculum customization, teacher beliefs, and leadership roles in science reform. Her work bridges research and practice to ensure all students engage in meaningful scientific sensemaking.
Danielle Li is the David Sarnoff Professor of Management of Technology and a Professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management, specializing in the Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Management academic group. She is also a Faculty Research Fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). Her academic journey includes an AB in mathematics and the history of science from Harvard College and a PhD in economics from MIT. Prior to joining MIT, she taught at Harvard Business School and the Kellogg School of Management. AB in Mathematics and History of Science, Harvard College PhD in Economics, MIT Professor Li's research focuses on the economics of innovation and labor economics, with particular emphasis on how organizations evaluate ideas, projects, and people. She investigates the intersection of technology and workplace dynamics, especially how AI impacts worker productivity, the nature of work, and career trajectories in AI-intensive environments. Her work examines how businesses implement AI tools and the resulting effects on workforce composition and skill requirements. Her publication portfolio reveals a consistent focus on innovation economics, labor market dynamics, and the organizational implications of technology. Recent work increasingly centers on AI's workplace impact, with her 2025 Quarterly Journal of Economics paper 'Generative AI at Work' demonstrating how AI assistance increases worker productivity by 15% on average, with differential effects across experience levels. Her research combines rigorous economic analysis with practical business implications, spanning pharmaceutical innovation, hiring practices, promotion decisions, and gender gaps in the workplace. Best Paper Prize: 2017 FIRCG Conference Best Paper Prize: 2018 CEPR Management, Organizations, and Entrepreneurship Conference Best Paper Prize: 2017 Red Rock Conference Best Paper Prize: 2018 LBS Summer Finance Symposium Best Paper Prize: 2019 American Economic Journal: Applied Economics Professor Li's research has been supported by significant grants and has influenced both academic discourse and business practice. Her work on AI in the workplace has informed executive education programs at MIT Sloan, including 'Making AI Work: Machine Intelligence for Business and Society' and 'Artificial Intelligence' courses. She actively engages with media and business leaders to translate research findings into practical insights, frequently appearing in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Economist. Her research on gender promotion gaps and hiring practices has particular relevance for organizational human resource policies. Professor Li is deeply embedded in MIT's AI research ecosystem, collaborating with colleagues across Sloan and CSAIL. She contributes to MIT's AI Expert Spotlight series, focusing on how businesses should implement AI responsibly and effectively. Her work bridges economic theory with practical business applications, particularly in understanding how AI transforms work processes and organizational structures.
Taylor Johnson is an Associate Professor of Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering at Vanderbilt University's School of Engineering. He directs the Verification and Validation for Intelligent and Trustworthy Autonomy Laboratory (VeriVITAL) and serves as a Senior Research Scientist in the Institute for Software Integrated Systems. Previously, he was an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington from 2013 to 2016. His research focuses on formal verification techniques for cyber-physical systems (CPS), emphasizing safety, reliability, and security through hybrid systems, formal methods, and control theory. He has published extensively on neural network verification, earning best paper awards and recognition from IEEE, IFIP, and ACM. Education: Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2013) M.Sc., Electrical and Computer Engineering (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2010) B.S.E.E., Electrical and Computer Engineering (Rice University, 2008) Research Interests: Formal verification of neural networks and CPS, safety-critical systems, autonomous systems, and AI/ML security. His work bridges theoretical foundations (e.g., hybrid systems) with practical applications in aerospace, energy systems, and robotics. Key Contributions: Developed the NNV tool for neural network verification, led the Verification of Neural Networks Competition (VNN-COMP), and pioneered techniques for robust federated learning and malware detection. Awards: AFOSR YIP Award (2016), NSF CRII Award (2015), and multiple best paper honors. His research is funded by AFRL, NSF, Intel, NVIDIA, and industry partners. Labs & Collaborations: VeriVITAL Lab (Vanderbilt), collaborations with United Technologies Research Center, Boeing, and Toyota.
Professor Adrian Hilton is a distinguished faculty member at the University of Surrey, serving as Director of the Centre for Vision, Speech and Signal Processing (CVSSP) and Director of the Surrey Institute for People-Centred AI. He is affiliated with the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering and leads the Visual Media Research Lab (V-Lab). His research focuses on pioneering next-generation 4D computer vision technologies that enable machines to understand and model dynamic real-world scenes. Key areas include 3D/4D shape capture, computer vision, machine learning, graphics, and animation for applications in sports analysis, film/TV production, virtual reality, and medical imaging. His work bridges the gap between real and computer-generated imagery, with notable contributions in volumetric capture, motion capture, and free-viewpoint video. Hilton's recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward multimodal integration, particularly combining audio and visual processing for spatial audio applications, while advancing 4D reconstruction techniques for human performance capture. His work increasingly incorporates transformer architectures and neural rendering techniques for improved illumination estimation, shadow modeling, and multi-view consistency. Scientific Awards and Recognition Two EU IST Innovation Prizes Manufacturing Industry Achievement Award Royal Society Industry Fellowship (2008-2011) Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award in 4D Vision (2013-2018) Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (FREng) Fellow of the International Association for Pattern Recognition (FIAPR) Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (FIET) Hilton actively mentors PhD and post-doctoral researchers through his leadership of CVSSP, which has a grant portfolio exceeding £31M and comprises 170 researchers. He has successfully commercialized several technologies, including systems used by the BBC for sports commentary visualization. His research collaborations span major industry partners including BBC, BT, Sony, Framestore, and The Foundry. He co-founded the G3 Games forum and the CVMP Conference on Visual Media Production, demonstrating strong engagement with the creative industries. Current research projects include the S3A Programme Grant in Future Spatial Audio and InnovateUK's ALIVE project for 360 video reconstruction.
Emily Whiting is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Boston University and Director of the Shape Design & Computation Lab. She also serves as Director of PhD Admissions and Co-Director of the BU Computer Graphics Lab. Her research focuses on computational fabrication, architectural geometry, and computer-aided design, bridging digital geometry processing, engineering mechanics, and rapid prototyping. She holds a PhD from MIT (2012), an SM in Design & Computation from MIT (2006), and a BASc in Engineering Science from the University of Toronto (2004). Previously, she was faculty at Dartmouth and a Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellow at ETH Zurich. Her research interests include 3D printing optimization, structural design for fabrication, and tools for functionally-valid object creation. Notable projects include work on elastic garments, climbing experience replication, and print-wind instrument design. Her work has been featured on TEDx and PBS NOVA, and she has received awards such as the NSF CAREER Award and Sloan Research Fellowship. Education: PhD (MIT), SM (MIT), BASc (University of Toronto) Labs: Shape Design & Computation Lab, BU Computer Graphics Lab Key Projects: Knitting 4D garments, Environment-Scale Fabrication, Thermal-comfort casts Recent professional activities include program committee roles at SIGGRAPH 2025 and UIST 2024, and serving as Program Co-Chair for Pacific Graphics 2024. She advises a team of PhD and MS students, with alumni now in academia and tech industries.
Professor Linda Newnes is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath, leading the Made Smarter Innovation: Centre for People-Led Digitalisation (£5M) and the TRansdisciplinary ENgineering Design (TREND) research group (£1.8M). Her work focuses on transdisciplinary engineering, whole life value analysis, and sustainable manufacturing. She directs The Foundry: Centre for Digital, Manufacturing & Design, emphasizing people-centric digitalization and cross-sector collaboration. Her research integrates natural/social sciences and industry stakeholders to address challenges in aerospace, defense, and energy sectors. Notable projects include models for whole life value (cradle-to-cradle) and tools for transdisciplinary working. She actively promotes Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I), leading the University’s Aurora programme and Athena SWAN submissions. Recent publications explore digital skill premiums, transdisciplinary frameworks, and AR deployment challenges. She advocates Industry 5.0 principles, emphasizing human-centric innovation and resilience in socio-technical systems. Current grants focus on net-zero transitions and cellular agriculture manufacturing. Her advising spans doctoral students in transdisciplinary engineering, Industry 5.0, and future manufacturing. She collaborates with industry partners like Airbus and Innovate UK to advance cost estimation, decision support tools, and lifecycle analysis.
Daniel Beat Müller serves as Professor at the Industrial Ecology Programme within the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim. His office is located at Realfagbygget Gløshaugen (E4-120) with contact details daniel.mueller@ntnu.no and +4791897755. His research centers on analyzing human needs in relation to material/energy flows and environmental impacts, with two primary focus areas: (i) urban evolution and associated material flows for managing building/infrastructure stocks, and (ii) national/global metal cycles to identify supply constraint reduction strategies. His methodology integrates design, modeling, and decision-making through transdisciplinary stakeholder engagement. Müller teaches Material Flow Analysis and Systems Analysis of the Built Environment for Industrial Ecology and Civil Engineering Master's students. His research outputs demonstrate strong trends in circular cities, critical mineral management, and urban metabolism, with recent publications emphasizing building information modeling, electric vehicle battery systems, and phosphorus cycling. His work consistently addresses resource criticality within energy transition contexts. As (ad interim) chair of the International Society of Industrial Ecology’s MFA-ConAccount section, he contributes to methodological standardization. He previously served on the U.S. National Research Council’s Committee on Defense Stockpiles and remains active in Switzerland's National Research Programme 65 "New Urban Quality". Müller supervises numerous Master's and doctoral students, with thesis topics spanning lithium-ion battery recycling, building stock dynamics, and urban resource flows. His projects frequently involve industry collaboration for practical implementation of material stewardship strategies.
Stefan Haefliger is Professor of Strategic Management & Innovation at Bayes Business School, City, University of London. His research focuses on business model innovation, open strategy, and organization theory in technology-driven environments. Key research streams: Business model portfolios and corporate strategy diversification Organization theory and technology-mediated regulation Open strategy and innovation ecosystems His work examines how technology transforms organizational practices, with empirical studies on compliance systems in investment banks and digital infrastructure governance. Recent projects explore modularity in R&D teams, digital resilience, and human-AI interaction in organizations.
Professor Carl Thompson is a leading academic in applied health research at the University of Leeds' School of Healthcare within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. His roles include being a registered nurse with extensive NHS experience, from nursing assistant to NHS Trust non-executive director. Previously, he held a personal chair in health sciences at the University of York. His expertise spans clinical decision making, implementation science, and evidence-based healthcare. Research focuses include care home quality improvement, wearable technology applications, and computerised decision support systems. Notable projects include the £2m CONTACT study on Bluetooth wearables for contact tracing in care homes and the STaRQ study examining nurse staffing impacts on care quality. He collaborates internationally with institutions in Australia, the Netherlands, Canada, and the US. Education: DPhil in Social Policy (University of York, 1996), BSc Hons in Social Policy (1st class, 1993), RN qualification (York College of Nursing, 1989). Grants: Secured or collaborated on £20m+ projects from NIHR, MRC, and ESRC. Teaching: Covers medical informatics, decision making, and leadership in healthcare education. Awards: No specific awards listed, though his extensive funding and leadership roles reflect professional recognition. Leadership: Former Director of Research in the School of Healthcare and Pro Dean for Applied Health Research. His research emphasizes 'how people use information in clinical practice and policy making,' with a focus on translating evidence into practice. He advises on national funding panels (NIHR HSDR, Irish Health Research Board) and mentors PhD students in decision science and implementation research. Current initiatives include the Nurturing Innovation in Care Homes (NiCHE Leeds) collaboration and membership in the NIHR Yorkshire and Humber CLAHRC's Improvement Science theme. He actively supports implementation science through visiting professorships at the Universities of Alberta and East Anglia.
Dilshod Makhmadshoev is a Senior Lecturer at the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Innovation within Strathclyde Business School at the University of Strathclyde, where he also earned his PhD in International Business. He holds a Master’s degree in Management from Queen's University Belfast. PhD in International Business, University of Strathclyde MSc in Management, Queen's University Belfast His research lies at the intersection of international business and entrepreneurship, with a strong focus on institutional theory, SME internationalization, global value chains, and entrepreneurship in transition and emerging economies. He explores how firms navigate institutional voids and uncertainty, particularly in Central Asia and similar contexts. His work is interdisciplinary, drawing from economics, development studies, and organizational behavior. The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in examining institutional challenges, sensemaking under uncertainty, and sustainability within global value chains. His work increasingly connects business strategies with broader sustainable development goals, particularly in environmentally vulnerable and institutionally weak regions. He actively contributes to the academic community through peer review and editorial roles, including for International Business Review and British Journal of Management . Dilshod leads and participates in funded research projects, such as examining environmental sustainability in Kyrgyzstan's garment industry within global value chains and fostering green partnerships in Tajikistan. He teaches key courses including International Business Analysis, Managing Across Cultures, and Global Business Environment at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He has supervised research students and contributes to academic governance through examination and review activities. His research is embedded in real-world development challenges, particularly in post-socialist and emerging economies, aiming to foster more equitable and sustainable global business systems.
Dr. Nagham Saeed is an Associate Professor in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the School of Computing and Engineering, University of West London, where she has been actively engaged in teaching and research since 2007. She holds a PhD in Intelligent MANET Optimisation from Brunel University and leads the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) research group. Her academic service includes editorial and technical committee roles for IEEE and MDPI, and she is a Chartered Engineer (CEng), Senior Member of IEEE, Member of IET, and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). PhD in Intelligent MANET Optimisation System, Brunel University (2011) Her research focuses on intelligent systems for smart cities, applying artificial intelligence to telecommunications, energy modeling, and industrial applications. She explores AI-driven optimization in next-generation networks, smart grid integration, battery management systems, and sustainable ICT. Her work also extends to engineering education, particularly feedforward teaching methods and student engagement. The recent publications reveal a strong trend in applying AI and machine learning to solve real-world challenges in energy systems, IoT, transportation, and environmental sustainability, often with a focus on smart cities and renewable integration. Dr. Saeed has been recognized with several awards, including: 2021 University of West London Student Union Best Supervisor/Tutor Award 2022 IEEE Region 8 Outstanding Women in Engineering Section Volunteer Award She mentors early-career engineers and academics and actively promotes electrical and electronic engineering among young girls. She has served as the 2023 IEEE Women in Engineering UK & Ireland Chair and is currently the Vice Chair (Chair-Elect) for the IEEE UK & Ireland Section (2024–2025). Her leadership spans technical innovation, academic service, and diversity advocacy in engineering. She teaches across a range of programs, including MSc Industrial Internet of Things, BEng and MSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and supervises PhD research in related fields.
Dr. Grigorios Lamprinakos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marketing at the University of Birmingham's Birmingham Business School. He holds a dual PhD in Marketing from Athens University of Economics and Business and in Psychology from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, and his interdisciplinary research bridges cognitive science and marketing. He is affiliated with the Centre for Responsible Business and international research groups including the Group for Attitudes and Persuasion (GAP) at Ohio State University and the International Group for Attitudes and Persuasion (GAPI) at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. BSc in Business Administration, Piraeus University of Applied Sciences (2001–2006) MSc in Marketing and Communication, Athens University of Economics and Business (2010–2012) Dual PhD in Marketing and Psychology, Athens University of Economics and Business & Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (2014–2019) His research centers on the cognitive and metacognitive mechanisms that drive attitudinal and behavioral change, particularly in the domains of sustainable consumption, socially responsible behavior, and ethical/unethical consumer practices. He investigates how thought validation, power dynamics, and emotional cues influence decision-making in both individual and organizational contexts. His work integrates theories from social psychology, consumer behavior, and behavioral economics to explore how individuals process information and form attitudes. The recent publications of Dr. Lamprinakos reflect a strong trend in interdisciplinary research combining marketing, psychology, and sustainability. His articles explore topics such as green gamification, CEO celebrity ethics, vocal persuasion cues, and digital transformation in SMEs, demonstrating a consistent focus on the psychological underpinnings of consumer and managerial behavior. His research frequently appears in top-tier journals including the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology , Journal of Experimental Social Psychology , and Journal of Business Research . Dr. Lamprinakos has been involved in privately funded research projects and has presented his work at leading international conferences such as EMAC, SPSP, ACR, and AMA. He serves as an ad-hoc reviewer for multiple academic journals, contributing to the scholarly community's peer-review process. He currently supervises PhD and MBA students and has held teaching positions at Oxford Brookes University and the University of Derby. His teaching philosophy emphasizes interactive, research-led pedagogy that connects theory with real-world applications, covering subjects such as Marketing Research, Marketing Management, and Consumer Behavior across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. He has extensive experience in curriculum development and hybrid/online module delivery, fostering inclusive and globally aware learning environments.
Evelyn Ng is a Lecturer at the Business School of The University of Sydney , where she teaches courses such as INFS1000 Digital Business Innovation and INFS6004 Digital Business Transformation . She holds a PhD and a Master of Management from the University of Sydney, along with a Bachelor of Commerce , and is a CPA affiliate. Research Interests : Evelyn’s work focuses on Fintech , Digital platforms and ecosystems , Chinese IT management , Qualitative IS research , and IT-enabled social innovation , with recent studies exploring social media’s role in digital guanxi development, ethical challenges in real-time volunteer apps, and competitive strategies for Fintech platforms. Key Themes : Her publications since 2017 highlight trends in platform ecosystems , sharing economy dynamics , digital transformation , and social justice in technology . Recent Work (2024): Investigated the virality of IoT platforms , integrated superapp development , and BNPL platforms ’ impact on consumer behavior. Scientific Awards : Recognized for excellence in teaching and tutoring through multiple Dean’s Citations and Feedback for Teaching (FFT) Student Survey Awards at the University of Sydney Business School (2015–2021). Grants and Supervision : Supervised honours student Andrew Andrew (2023), and currently advises PhD candidates Dongdi CHEN (Ambidexterity in Digital Platforms) and Essie HONG (Digital Transformation). She is involved in the 2023 Early Career Research Scheme grant on digital transformation strategies in China.
Shelley Thompson is Pro Vice-Chancellor for Student Experience at Bournemouth University, with a distinguished career spanning journalism and academia. She previously served as Deputy Dean of the Business School and Head of the Department of Communication and Journalism within the Faculty of Media and Communication. Her academic and administrative roles reflect deep engagement with media, communication, and gender studies. Bournemouth University, Faculty of Media and Communication Department of Communication and Journalism Pro Vice-Chancellor, Student Experience Education: PhD in Journalism, Bournemouth University, 2012 MA in Journalism Studies, Cardiff University, 2009 BA (Hons) in Journalism, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, USA, 2000 PGCE in Education Practice, Bournemouth University, 2015 Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, 2015 Shelley Thompson's research centers on science journalism, with a focus on how emerging and controversial science is framed in the media. She investigates gender disparities in science reporting, particularly the underrepresentation of women’s voices in scientific discourse. Her work extends to political communication, youth political participation, and the role of journalists as gatekeepers in the digital era. She employs critical discourse analysis, framing theory, and interdisciplinary methods to explore media narratives and public engagement. Her recent publications span psychology, media studies, and political science, with recurring themes in misinformation, cultural cognition, and gendered representation. Articles such as 'Utilising online eye-tracking to discern the impacts of cultural backgrounds on fake and real news decision-making' and 'Perceptions of women as political leaders at a time of crisis' highlight her interdisciplinary approach, combining media analysis with cognitive and psychosocial research. Her work consistently addresses issues of equity, public understanding, and democratic engagement. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Investigative Reporting Awards First Amendment Award for a series on a secret government payment Shelley Thompson actively supervises PhD students and has contributed to postdoctoral mentorship in areas including science journalism, political communication, and stigma in mental health discourse. She has secured research funding through Bournemouth University’s Fusion Fund for international collaboration. Her public engagement includes speaking at the BU Festival of Learning on topics like 'Women in Science' and publishing accessible commentary in The Conversation . She is a member of MeCCSA and contributes to the Politics and Media Research Group. She leads and participates in interdisciplinary research teams focused on media, public perception, and socio-technical systems, especially through projects analyzing news framing, digital gatekeeping, and the impact of media on public understanding of science and politics.
Josep Llach is a Senior Lecturer at the Barcelona School of Management, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, and a part-time Professor Agregat in the Department of Business Administration, Management and Product Design at the University of Girona. He is an active researcher in innovation management, organizational innovation, sustainability, and operations, with extensive involvement in European and national research projects. University: University of Girona Department: Department of Business Administration, Management and Product Design Secondary Affiliation: Barcelona School of Management, Universitat Pompeu Fabra Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer Part-Time: Yes His research focuses on the intersection of innovation, quality, and sustainability in manufacturing and service firms. He studies how lean practices, digital transformation, circular economy strategies, and green technologies impact firm performance. His work often employs advanced statistical methods such as structural equation modelling and fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis. The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward sustainability, digital transformation, and methodological robustness in empirical models. His work spans industries including manufacturing, hospitality, and education, with a methodological emphasis on survey-based research and configurational analysis. Scientific Awards: Emerald Literati Awards – Most Outstanding Paper in 2018 for 'Creating value through the balanced scorecard: how does it work?' Top Downloaded Paper 2018–2019: 'Socially responsible companies: Are they the best workplace for millennials?' Josep Llach has directed five doctoral theses and actively mentors PhD students. He collaborates with the Catalan University Quality Assurance Agency (AQU) as a methodological secretary in accreditation processes. His research is supported by multiple national and European grants, particularly through participation in the European Manufacturing Survey. He is a member of the Grup de Recerca Avançada sobre Dinàmica Empresarial i Impacte de les Noves Tecnologies a les Organitzacions (GRADIENT), a research group focused on organizational dynamics and the impact of new technologies.
