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• Marketing
• Tourism
• Consumer Behavior
• +7 more

Nelson Manuel da Silva de Matos is an Assistant Professor at the University of Algarve's Faculty of Economics and an integrated researcher at the Center for Research in Tourism, Sustainability, and Wellbeing (CinTurs). He holds dual PhDs in Tourism (2015) and Marketing and Strategy (2022), and currently directs the International Master in Management program while serving on boards for Marketing Management and Tourist Organization Management programs. His research spans Tourism and Marketing disciplines with particular expertise in Consumer Behavior, Destination Image, Tourism Experience, and Digital Marketing. Professor deMatos investigates how experiential factors shape destination perception, the psychological mechanisms behind memorable tourism experiences, and the evolving digital landscape's impact on consumer decision-making. His work frequently examines the Algarve region as a case study while contributing to broader theoretical frameworks in experience economy and destination marketing. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on experiential dimensions of tourism, with recurring themes of flow states, sensory engagement, and digital transformation. His work bridges theoretical marketing concepts with practical tourism applications, increasingly incorporating sustainability perspectives and digital methodology. The research demonstrates methodological diversity including bibliometric analysis, qualitative studies of tourist experiences, and quantitative investigations of consumer behavior. Ment scholarship from University of Minho for highest PhD program performance (2018) Best Paper Award at XXXII Luso-Spanish Scientific Management Conference (2023) Professor deMatos maintains an active supervision portfolio with 6 current PhD students and 11 Master's candidates, reflecting his commitment to academic development. His 16 funded research projects demonstrate strong grant acquisition capability, with recent work focusing on digital transformation in tourism, destination experience measurement, and sustainable development. He has successfully translated academic insights into practical applications through consultancy projects for municipal governments and tourism businesses. As Director of the International Master in Management and board member for multiple graduate programs, Professor deMatos shapes tourism and marketing education at University of Algarve. His leadership in academic administration complements his research productivity, creating a comprehensive academic profile that bridges theoretical rigor with practical industry relevance.

Tracey L. HamiltonView profile

Lecturer

• Disability Law
• Tort Litigation
• Civil Litigation
• +2 more

Tracey L. Hamilton is Senior Litigation Counsel at Beneva Inc. and a part-time Lecturer at Lincoln Alexander School of Law, where she taught the inaugural Disability Law course in 2023-2024. She specializes in disability and tort litigation with extensive courtroom experience across Ontario courts and tribunals. Her professional expertise includes civil litigation, insurance law, and health law. Education: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Osgoode Hall Law School Master of Laws (LL.M. in Health Law), Osgoode Hall Law School Honours Bachelor of Arts, University of Toronto Professional Contributions: Tracey actively publishes and presents on civil litigation and insurance law topics, including a chapter in Canadian Insurance Defence (LexisNexis: 2024). She is Newsletter Co-Editor for the Ontario Bar Association's Insurance Law Section and a Civ Pro mentor at Lincoln Alexander School of Law. Service and Mentorship: Board member and Governance Committee lead for a non-profit organization Chair of a municipal tribunal Member of the Canadian Association of Black Lawyers Dedicated mentor for Black youth pursuing legal careers

Rita HansjürgensView profile

Professor

• Social Work
• Addiction Support and Prevention
• Social Diagnostics
• +5 more

Prof. Dr. Rita Hansjürgens is a Professor of Social Work at Alice-Salomon-Hochschule Berlin (ASH Berlin), specializing in action theories and methods of social work and general pedagogy. Her academic position is situated within the Department of Social Work at ASH Berlin, one of Germany's leading institutions for social work education and research. She maintains an active research profile with numerous publications and significant third-party funded projects. Dr. Hansjürgens' research interests span multiple interconnected domains including addiction support and prevention, social diagnostics, clinical social work, and therapeutic relationship building. Her work demonstrates a particular emphasis on developing theoretical frameworks for social work in addiction counseling, examining the role of trust in therapeutic relationships, and creating evidence-based models for social diagnostics. She has developed the 'Ankerwirkmodell Suchtberatung' (Anchor Impact Model for Addiction Counseling), which has become influential in German addiction services. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on addiction treatment from a social work perspective, with increasing attention to evidence-based practice, impact measurement, and international comparisons. Her work bridges practical social work interventions with academic theory, particularly in the context of municipal addiction services and the social dimensions of addiction treatment. A notable trend is her growing emphasis on stigma reduction, social reintegration, and the development of standardized frameworks for evaluating social work interventions in addiction contexts. Prof. Hansjürgens serves in multiple leadership roles including on the scientific advisory board of the German Federal Centre for Health Education (Deutsche Hauptstelle für Suchtfragen), as a board member of the German Society for Social Work in Addiction Services (DG-SAS), and in various committees related to clinical social work and healthcare. She has received significant research funding, including a Third Mission project with annual funding of 300,000 Euro from the Berlin Senate Department for Integration, Labor and Social Affairs (2020-2025) and projects funded by the Federal Ministry of Health. Her research portfolio includes major projects such as 'Wi:Nu:K' (Impact and Utilization Research on Opioid-Dependent Persons with Unclear Health Insurance Status), evaluation research on the clearing phase of the ANDANTE project, and the development of the Anchor Impact Model for Addiction Counseling. She leads interdisciplinary research teams and maintains international collaborations, particularly through the European Center for Clinical Social Work.

Toni MulvaneyView profile

Professor

• Employment and Labor Law
• Securities Regulation
• Business Ethics
• +6 more

Dr. Toni Mulvaney serves as Professor of Business Law in the Department of General Business within Lamar University's College of Business, where she has held academic positions since 1989. She concurrently serves as Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Administration (2018-present) and Director of Accreditation and Assessment (2013-present), demonstrating dual expertise in academic leadership and business law scholarship. Her career spans over 30 years of continuous service at Lamar University, progressing from Assistant Professor to full Professor while maintaining active legal practice credentials. Her educational foundation includes: J.D. from St. Mary's University School of Law B.A. from the University of the Incarnate Word Professor Mulvaney's research critically examines business law intersections with contemporary societal challenges. Her work on ESG investing in pension management, gray market pharmaceuticals, and social media implications for executives demonstrates responsiveness to evolving regulatory landscapes. The consistent publication trajectory since 1992 reveals particular depth in employment law (addressing NLRB decisions, retaliation claims, and gender discrimination) and securities regulation (analyzing the JOBS Act and fiduciary duties), often exploring ethical dimensions of legal frameworks. Her scholarship bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical business applications, as evidenced by teaching innovations like role-playing stock option exercises. Her recent publications (2016-2020) show intensified focus on regulatory responses to economic challenges, including ESG movements, fintech developments, and digital transformation in business education. This output demonstrates sustained scholarly productivity across multiple venues including the Southern Law Journal and Southwestern Business Administration Journal, with increasing attention to technology's impact on legal compliance and pedagogy. Professor Mulvaney's institutional impact extends through extensive service: Chaired Undergraduate Programs Committee and Accreditation & Assessment Committee Mentored students via Circle-K International and Ambassador Program Developed curriculum for critical thinking and business law courses Provided community legal education through Beaumont Business Journal columns Her leadership in accreditation processes and commitment to innovative teaching methodologies reflect a holistic approach to business education that integrates scholarly rigor with practical professional development. The absence of formal lab structures is compensated by her active engagement with regional business communities and legal practitioners through applied research and public commentary.

• Personal injury law
• Accident compensation systems
• National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
• +4 more

Professor Kylie Burns is a Professor and Deputy Head of School (Research) at Griffith Law School, Griffith University, and a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Law. Her academic career builds on prior professional experience as a solicitor in insurance litigation with Feez Ruthning (now Allens Linklaters). Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Laws with Honours from the University of Queensland Doctor of Philosophy from Griffith University (2012) Bachelor of Arts from the University of Queensland Masters of Law from QUT, Australia Professor Burns' research focuses on personal injury law, accident compensation systems, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), judicial reasoning and cognition, and judicial psychological stress. Her work bridges theoretical legal scholarship with practical applications in disability rights, aged care, and judicial well-being. She has made significant contributions to tort law through her co-authorship of the leading Australian torts textbook and numerous scholarly publications examining the intersection of law with social policy. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on NDIS implementation, judicial psychological health, and tort law applications in disability contexts, addressing critical gaps in legal protection for vulnerable populations. Professor Burns has received significant recognition for her teaching excellence, including a National Citation from the Office for Learning and Teaching and being named the 2020-21 Griffith Vice Chancellor's Educational Leader of the Year. Her commitment to student engagement is evident through her active supervision of doctoral and masters students. Her current research is supported by multiple grants, including two ARC Discovery Projects on the NDIS and Judicial Well-Being, as well as funding from the Motor Accident Insurance Commission, RACQ, and other organizations. She maintains active professional affiliations as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Law, Member of the Law Futures Centre, Member of Disability & Rehabilitation, and Member of The Hopkins Centre.

Alexander AhammerView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Economics
• Labor Economics
• Risky Behavior
• +4 more

Alexander Ahammer is an Associate Professor (tenured) at Johannes Kepler University Linz's Kurt Rothschild School of Economics and Statistics since 2025, previously serving as Assistant Professor (tenure track) from 2019-2025. His academic home is the Department of Economics where he teaches Public, Health, and Environmental Economics, Data and Research Designs in Economics, and supervises Master's theses. His research focuses on the intersection of health and labor economics using applied microeconometrics. Key interests include health effects of labor market policies, risky behaviors, healthcare demand, and job insecurity. His work frequently analyzes administrative datasets to evaluate policy impacts on worker health outcomes. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent methodological rigor in causal inference applied to health-labor nexus topics. Major thematic clusters include: 1) Labor market shocks (downsizing, unemployment) affecting health, 2) Substance use policy evaluation, 3) Intergenerational health transmission, and 4) Gender-specific health economics. His work appears in top journals including Journal of Public Economics , Journal of Health Economics , and Review of Economics and Statistics . His scientific recognition includes: Hanns Abele Preis (2024) Young Economists Award (2017) Ahammer actively disseminates research through 55+ academic activities including invited talks at major institutions. As Principal Investigator for the ongoing project 'What determines worker motivation?' (2023-2026), he examines labor incentives. His teaching portfolio demonstrates commitment to graduate education through thesis supervision and specialized seminars. He maintains strong international connections as a Research Affiliate at IZA Institute of Labor Economics since 2023.

• Public Economics
• Labor Economics
• Urban Economics
• +5 more

Sebastian Siegloch is a Professor of Economics at the University of Cologne, where he serves as Head of the Department of Economics and Director at the FiFo Institute for Public Economics. He is also a member of the DFG Excellence Cluster ECONtribute, a joint initiative of the Universities of Cologne and Bonn. His extensive research network includes fellowships at CEPR, CESifo, CReAM, and IZA, as well as a Research Associate position at ZEW. Professor Siegloch's research focuses on the intersection of Public, Labor, and Urban Economics, examining how economic policies affect market outcomes and shape inequality. His methodological approach emphasizes the use of large datasets and quasi-experimental variation to identify causal effects. Key research areas include taxation (corporate, profit, and property taxes), social insurance systems (particularly disability insurance), housing policy, and regional economic development. His publication record demonstrates exceptional quality, with articles in top journals including Econometrica, American Economic Review, and American Economic Journal: Economic Policy. Recent work includes influential studies on disability insurance privatization, regional firm subsidies, and the effects of property taxation. His 2025 Econometrica paper on disability insurance represents particularly significant contributions to understanding public-private insurance interactions. ERC Starting Grant (2021) for project 'Housing, Inequality and Public Policies (HIPPO)' Multiple publications in top-5 economics journals Extensive research network across European institutions Professor Siegloch's research has important policy implications for tax design, social safety nets, and regional development strategies. His work on disability insurance privatization provides crucial insights for welfare systems facing fiscal pressures, while his research on property taxation offers evidence-based guidance for housing market interventions. His methodological contributions, particularly in event study designs, have advanced empirical approaches across multiple economics subfields.

Annegret WengView profile

Professor

• Financial Mathematics
• Insurance Mathematics
• Number Theory
• +4 more

Annegret Weng serves as Professor and Dean of the School of Applied Mathematics and AI at Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences since 2009, with board membership in the German Society for Financial and Insurance Mathematics (DGVFM) since 2023. Her career bridges industry expertise from Allianz and SV Sparkassenversicherung with academic leadership in quantitative disciplines. Diploma in Mathematics, University of Frankfurt PhD, University of Essen (1999) Postdoctoral Research, Universities of Essen and Mainz (1999-2001) Her research integrates pure mathematics with financial applications, focusing on number theory (De Bruijn sequences, cyclic matrices) and actuarial science (Solvency II compliance, disability risk modeling). Recent work explores AI's role in educational assessment and regulatory frameworks for insurance algorithms, demonstrating consistent innovation across theoretical and applied domains. Publication trends (2015-2024) reveal dual expertise: advancing actuarial methodologies through parameter uncertainty modeling while pioneering AI-driven educational tools. Her work consistently connects recreational mathematics (e.g., magical properties of linear recursions) with industry-critical applications in insurance risk assessment. As head of the Laboratory for Quantitative Methods of Actuarial Mathematics , she leads research in computational risk modeling. Her industry engagement includes the German Actuarial Association's Big Data in Life Insurance Working Group (since 2024) and DGVFM's School Working Group (since 2019), driving collaboration between academia and insurance regulators.

• Social Law
• Social Insurance
• Welfare State Policy
• +3 more

Prof. Dr. Christian Rolfs is a leading academic in German social law, serving as co-editor of the Yearbook of Social Law Documentation (2013-2024) published by Erich Schmidt Verlag. His work is closely affiliated with the German Social Law Association (Deutscher Sozialrechtsverband e.V.), where he contributes to major conferences including the Social Law Teachers' Conference and Federal Conventions. His research centers on Social Law, Social Insurance, and Welfare State Policy, with documented expertise in legislation, jurisprudence, and administrative frameworks. Key focus areas include rehabilitation law, long-term care insurance (SGB XI), and cross-cutting disability inclusion policies, reflecting Germany's evolving social security landscape through financial crises and demographic challenges. As an active editorial leader, Prof. Rolfs shapes scholarly discourse through annual documentation of legislative developments and court rulings. His participation in milestone events like the 60th-anniversary memorandum of the Federal Social Court demonstrates sustained engagement with foundational welfare state challenges without indication of retirement.

• Consumer well-being
• Societal impact driven marketing
• Strategic behaviors
• +5 more

Weining Bao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marketing at the University of Connecticut's School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Johns Hopkins University (2014) and a Bachelor of Economics & Finance with Mathematics minor from the University of Hong Kong (2008). Previously, he taught at universities in Australia and China. Research Focus: His interdisciplinary work bridges marketing, economics, and finance, examining consumer well-being, AI consumption, and policy impacts through empirical industrial organization and game theory. Key interests include societal effects of marketing strategies, privacy issues, and behavioral modeling in emerging markets. Publication Trends: Recent articles analyze educational inequality, disaster-response corporate strategies, digital service pricing, and financial regulations in developing economies, consistently using combined analytical-empirical approaches to study market mechanisms. Awards & Honors: First prize, Chinese National Mathematics Olympiad (Senior Division, 2002 & 2003) Finalist, Chinese Mathematics Olympiad (2004) University Teaching Excellence Recognition (UConn, Fall 2020) Instructional Approach: Develops inclusive courses in Digital Marketing Analytics and Advanced Modeling, emphasizing applied quantitative methods and disability-inclusive design.

Seth SeaburyView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Economics
• Pharmaceutical Economics
• Health Care Policy
• +5 more

Seth Seabury, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical and Health Economics at the University of Southern California's Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. He serves as a senior fellow at the USC Leonard D. Schaeffer Center for Health Policy & Economics and directs the Keck-Schaeffer Initiative for Population Health Policy. His research examines health-productivity linkages and healthcare policy impacts on care delivery and patient outcomes. Seabury's educational background includes: PhD in Economics from Columbia University BA in Economics with highest honors from Kenyon College His research spans medical malpractice, workers' compensation, and chronic disease economics, with publications in the American Economic Review, New England Journal of Medicine, and JAMA. His work on malpractice influenced Congressional Budget Office analyses of tort reform, and he testified before Congress regarding disabled workers' earnings losses. Recent publications (2019) reveal expertise in ophthalmology (diabetic eye disease, uveitis), gastroenterology (inflammatory bowel disease), and neurology (traumatic brain injury), utilizing large claims databases for health services and economic analysis. Professional recognition includes: Silver Award AMCP Abstract Awards Finalist Seabury has secured major research funding from the National Institutes of Health, Institute of Medicine, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, California Department of Industrial Relations, and U.S. Department of Labor. His applied work helped California design a $150 million annual workers' compensation program. He directs the Keck-Schaeffer Initiative for Population Health Policy, serves as associate editor of the International Review of Law and Economics, and participates in National Academy of Social Insurance panels and National Academies of Sciences reports.

• Social Constructivism
• Disability Studies
• Personal Identity
• +4 more

Assoc. Prof. Radim Bělohrad, Ph.D. serves as an Associate Professor at the Department of Philosophy within the Faculty of Arts at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic. His office is located at building A/A.111, Arna Nováka 1, 602 00 Brno, with contact information including phone 549 49 3086 and email belohrad@phil.muni.cz. As an active academic with over 85 publications, he contributes significantly to philosophical discourse through teaching, research, and editorial work on the scientific editorial board. Professor Bělohrad's research primarily focuses on social constructivism in disability studies, critically examining the social model of disability and its implications for understanding impairment, pain, and bodily experience. His work challenges traditional medical frameworks by exploring how social structures shape experiences of disability, with particular attention to the philosophical foundations of the social model. He investigates the boundaries between medical and social perspectives on disability, questioning concepts of harm, normalcy, and the ethical implications of various approaches to impairment. Analysis of Bělohrad's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a concentrated research trajectory on social constructivist approaches to disability, with growing emphasis on practical ethical applications. His work demonstrates a progression from theoretical foundations of personal identity (evident in his 2011 book) toward increasingly applied ethical questions regarding disability rights, medical interventions, and social policy. The publications show a consistent engagement with critical disability theory while expanding into bioethical dimensions, particularly concerning reproductive choices and the moral status of selecting for deafness. Professor Bělohrad actively participates in academic knowledge dissemination through requested lectures, conference presentations, and popularization texts. His contributions extend beyond traditional academic publishing to include multimedia educational materials on research ethics (the INSURE project) and public engagement with philosophical questions. His work bridges theoretical philosophy with practical applications in bioethics, disability advocacy, and research integrity education.

Scott B. RaeView profile

Professor

• Bioethics
• Business Ethics
• Christian Ethics
• +3 more

Scott B. Rae serves as Dean of Faculty and Professor of Christian Ethics at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, where he also chairs the Department of Philosophy. His academic leadership and scholarship focus on applying Christian ethics to contemporary issues in medicine and business. His educational background includes a BS in Economics from Southern Methodist University, a ThM from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a PhD in social ethics from the University of Southern California. Dr. Rae's research centers on bioethics and business ethics, with particular expertise in reproductive technologies, end-of-life care, and marketplace ethics. He has authored influential books such as Moral Choices and Business for the Common Good , shaping Christian ethical discourse through rigorous analysis of assisted reproduction, genetic testing, and commercial surrogacy. His 2025 publications reveal a sustained engagement with cutting-edge bioethical challenges, including artificial wombs, parental rights in reproduction, and the metaphysical foundations of human dignity. These works consistently integrate theological insights with practical ethical analysis, emphasizing biblical perspectives on autonomy, community, and the sanctity of life. Notable honors include: Senior Fellow of The Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity Fellow of the Wilberforce Forum With over fifteen years of ethics consultation for southern California hospitals, Dr. Rae bridges academic scholarship and clinical practice. He has guided numerous institutions through complex cases involving reproductive technologies and end-of-life decisions, while mentoring emerging scholars through his role as academic dean. As a Senior Fellow at the Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity, he collaborates with an international network of scholars to advance bioethics from a Christian perspective through publications, conferences, and educational initiatives.

Monica GalizziView profile

Professor

• Labor economics
• Economics of disability
• Applied econometrics
• +3 more

Monica Galizzi is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Lowell's College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, with additional affiliations at the Center for Women & Work and Climate Change Initiative. Her expertise spans labor economics, disability economics, and applied econometrics, focusing on socio-economic impacts of occupational injuries and gender disparities. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Economics (1994), Boston University M.S. in Political Economy (1990), Boston University Research Degree (1990), Universita Cattolica Bocconi and Universita Statale, Milan Bachelor's Degree (1986), Universita Cattolica, Milan Galizzi's research examines labor mobility, return-to-work dynamics, and wealth consequences of workplace injuries, with particular attention to gender differences in earnings loss and bankruptcy risk. Her interdisciplinary work integrates quantitative econometrics with qualitative analysis of healthcare systems and disability policy, emphasizing methodological rigor in injury underreporting studies and family economic impacts. Recent publications (2009-2019) reveal consistent focus on occupational injury economics, expanding into autism healthcare access and innovative teaching methods. Her work shows increasing interdisciplinary collaboration with public health researchers and growing emphasis on mixed-methods approaches to labor market analysis. Scientific recognition includes: Eckstein Prize for best article in Eastern Economic Journal (2007) National Academy of Social Insurance membership (2012) Multiple Teaching Innovation Program awards Who's Who listings across academic and professional domains As Principal Investigator on federally funded interdisciplinary projects, Galizzi has secured research grants examining workers' compensation systems and socio-economic impacts of injuries. Her mentorship extends through the Center for Women & Work, where she shapes policy-relevant research on gender equity in labor markets. Galizzi actively contributes to academic leadership as a Center for Women & Work leadership team member and serves on multiple university committees, fostering cross-departmental collaboration on sustainability and economic justice initiatives.