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Di BuView profile

Associate Professor

• FinTech
• Climate Finance
• Household Finance
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Di Bu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Finance at Macquarie University, leading the Macquarie University FinTech and Banking Research Centre. He holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Queensland (2015). His research focuses on FinTech innovations, climate finance, household finance, and behavioral finance, with an emphasis on embedding sustainability into financial systems. He has secured over AUD 4 million in research funding through ARC Linkage and Discovery projects, focusing on AI-driven credit assessments, Open Banking, ESG analytics, and climate resilience. Education PhD in Finance, University of Queensland (2015) Research Interests Di's work explores belief formation in financial decisions, sustainable lending practices, and climate adaptation tools. He pioneers projects such as AI credit scoring systems, behavioral interventions for sustainable investing, and digital platforms for climate resilience. His interdisciplinary approach bridges industry, government, and academia to address financial and environmental challenges. Projects & Funding AUD 4M+ in grants including two ARC Linkage and one ARC Discovery projects Current initiatives: Greenwashing detection, ESG rating divergence analysis, and climate-resilient finance platforms Labs/Teams Director of the FinTech & Banking Research Centre and affiliated with Data Horizons Research Centre and Frontier AI Research Centre at Macquarie University.

Adeel TariqView profile

Researcher

• Technology and Innovation Management
• Digital Transformation
• Sustainable Development
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Adeel Tariq is a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Industrial Engineering and Management department of LUT School of Engineering Sciences , Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland. He completed his Ph.D. (2019) and MBA (2014) at the School of Management , Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand. Research Focus: Technology and innovation management, digital transformation, sustainable development, knowledge management, and leadership studies. Peer Review: Active reviewer for journals including Leadership & Organization Development Journal , Journal of Intellectual Capital , and European Journal of Innovation Management . Collaborations: Regular co-author with Waqas Tariq, Muhammad Saleem Sumbal, and Marko Torkkeli on topics like digital governance, fintech, and SME sustainability.

Laurence M. BallView profile

Professor

• Macroeconomics
• Monetary Policy
• Inflation Dynamics
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Laurence M. Ball is Professor of Economics at Johns Hopkins University's Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Department of Economics. He also holds positions as a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and consultant for the International Monetary Fund. Ball has served as a Visiting Scholar at numerous central banks including the Federal Reserve, European Central Bank, Bank of Japan, Bank of England, and Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Ball received his PhD in Economics from MIT and has established himself as a leading macroeconomist specializing in monetary policy, inflation dynamics, and unemployment. His research has significantly advanced our understanding of the Phillips curve, inflation targeting frameworks, and the natural rate of unemployment. He is particularly known for developing the weighted median inflation measure as a superior alternative to traditional core inflation metrics. Ball's research portfolio reveals consistent focus on understanding inflation behavior across different economic environments, from the Great Recession to the post-pandemic period. His recent work (2023-2025) has centered on shelter inflation measurement, post-pandemic inflation dynamics, and refining inflation targeting frameworks. The thematic continuity across his publications demonstrates his sustained contribution to monetary economics, with particular emphasis on empirical validation of theoretical models using real-world data. Scientific Recognition: Research Associate, National Bureau of Economic Research Author of influential book The Fed and Lehman Brothers: Setting the Record Straight on a Financial Disaster (Cambridge University Press, 2018) Extensive publication record in top economics journals and NBER working papers Ball has made significant contributions to policy debates through his IMF consultancy and central bank engagements. His work on inflation measurement during the pandemic provided timely insights for monetary policymakers worldwide. His research on hysteresis in unemployment has influenced how economists understand the long-term effects of recessions. Ball maintains an active research agenda, with multiple working papers published through 2025 addressing contemporary monetary policy challenges.

Dan A. IancuView profile

Associate Professor

• Operations Research
• Finance
• Risk Management
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Dan A. Iancu is an Associate Professor of Operations, Information & Technology at Stanford Graduate School of Business, affiliated with the Emmett Interdisciplinary Program in Environment and Resources (E-IPER). He holds a BS from Yale, SM from Harvard, and PhD from MIT. His research bridges operations, finance, and sustainability, focusing on dynamic optimization under uncertainty and its applications in supply chains, FinTech, and healthcare. Notable work includes designing financing solutions for global supply chains and promoting ethical analytics. Education: BS in Electrical Engineering (Yale, 2004), SM in Engineering (Harvard, 2006), PhD in Operations Research (MIT, 2010). Professional experience includes a Goldstine Fellowship at IBM Research and teaching roles at Wharton and INSEAD. He has won multiple awards including INFORMS Optimization Society (2009) and JFIG (2013) prizes. Research emphasizes fairness and environmental impact, with recent projects on sustainable palm oil production and climate impacts of digital supply chains. His work appears in Management Science, Operations Research, and Mathematics of Operations Research. Awards include Srivani Faculty Scholar (2023–24) and teaching commendations at Harvard, MIT, and INSEAD. He advises on multi-disciplinary projects involving engineering, environmental science, and business students.

Kunhee (KC) ChoiView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence in Transportation
• Construction Management
• Infrastructure Sustainability
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Kunhee (KC) Choi is a Professor in the Department of Construction Science at Texas A&M University, holding the History Maker Homes Endowed Professorship and serving as a Chancellor EDGES Fellow. His research focuses on enhancing transportation systems through cyber-enabled solutions, including digital twinning, artificial intelligence, and data-driven modeling. B.E. in Architectural Engineering, Korea University (1999) M.S. in Construction Science, Texas A&M University (2002) Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (2008) Dr. Choi’s work addresses four key areas: (1) AI-powered mobility and safety solutions for highway projects, (2) cost-time-risk tradeoff analyses under alternative contracting methods, (3) infrastructure sustainability through life-cycle assessment, and (4) stochastic modeling for civil planning and management. His research has been funded by NSF, USDOT, NCHRP, and TxDOT. Recent publications highlight his emphasis on predictive analytics, flood resilience, pavement engineering, and AI-driven disaster recovery frameworks. The i²dEAS Lab, which he directs, has produced 130+ peer-reviewed publications and secured $500k+ in annual research funding. Chancellor EDGES Fellow (2022) NSF Grant Recipient for Road Safety Research Texas Sea Grant Program Award (NOAA Funding) for AI-based evacuation route modeling Dr. Choi’s teaching philosophy emphasizes integrative learning and interdisciplinary critical thinking in construction management. His lab collaborates with academia, government, and industry to optimize transportation infrastructure performance through safer, more efficient management strategies.

• Public Finance Policy
• Government Finance and Policy
• Economic Development
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Mark Skidmore is a tenured Professor and Morris Chair in State and Local Government Finance and Policy at Michigan State University (MSU), with a joint appointment in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics and the Economics Department. He serves as a Resident Fellow and Interim Director of MSU Extension's Center for Local Government Finance and Policy. His research focuses on public finance, regional economics, and the economics of natural disasters, with particular emphasis on property taxation, fiscal decentralization, and disaster vulnerability. Educations: Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. in Economics from the University of Colorado and University of Washington, respectively. Roles: Tenured Professor, Morris Chair, and Interim Director of the MSU Extension Center. His research explores the interplay between government policies and economic development, including studies on property tax reforms, regional development strategies, and the societal impacts of natural disasters. Notable projects include analyses of Detroit's property tax challenges and Michigan's drinking water infrastructure needs. He has also contributed to policy discussions on tax increment financing, fiscal stress in municipalities, and the economic effects of climate change. Skidmore has received the 2017-18 AFRE Excellence Awards and has led grant-funded research, such as the USDA grant on rural price inflation. His work bridges academic research with practical policy solutions, emphasizing equitable taxation and resilient urban planning. He teaches courses on public sector budgeting and applied microeconomics at the graduate level. He has advised numerous students on theses and dissertations, though specific advisee names are not listed here. His collaborations include projects with the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy and the Sustainable Michigan Endowed Project.

James M. CarsonView profile

Professor

• Economics of risk and insurance
• Market discipline
• Insurer pricing
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James M. Carson is the Daniel P. Amos Distinguished Professor of Insurance and Head of the Department of Insurance, Legal Studies, and Real Estate at the Terry College of Business, University of Georgia. He also serves as Director of the C. Herman Terry RMI Program, teaching courses at undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. Previously, he held the Midyette Eminent Scholar and Department Head roles at Florida State University (2001-2011) and the Katie Research Professor position at Illinois State University (1993-2001). PhD in Risk Management and Insurance, University of Georgia (1993) MA in Finance/Insurance, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1989) BSBA in Finance/Insurance, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1986) His research emphasizes the economics of risk and insurance, market discipline, insurer pricing, solvency, regulatory and ethical issues, and financial planning. He has extensively studied corporate risk management, internal capital markets, and the interplay between housing price declines and property insurance fraud. Professor Carson’s publications span journals such as the Journal of Risk and Insurance, Insurance: Mathematics and Economics, and the North American Actuarial Journal. His work explores themes in actuarial modeling, financial ethics, and insurance market efficiency. Past-President of the American Risk and Insurance Association (2004-2005) President of the Western Risk and Insurance Association (2000-2001) Awarded Midyette Eminent Scholar and Katie Research Professor titles He has co-authored seminal texts like Principles of Risk Management and Insurance and a forthcoming volume on Warren Buffett’s risk management principles. His prior roles include leadership in academic insurance programs and editorial contributions to journals such as the Journal of Risk and Insurance.

Bertram SteiningerView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• FinTech/PropTech
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Bertram Steininger is an Associate Professor at the Department of Real Estate and Construction Management at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden. He is affiliated with the cross-disciplinary Digital Futures research center (KTH, Stockholm University, and RISE). His research focuses on quantitative analyses in real estate and finance, emphasizing AI, FinTech/PropTech innovation, natural risk, and investment vehicles like REITs and tokens. He currently directs the international M.Sc. in Real Estate and Construction Management and serves as managing editor of the German Journal of Real Estate Research. Steininger’s academic roles include teaching courses such as Financial Econometrics, Real Estate Finance, and Applied Statistics. His research collaborations span global networks including EFA, EEA, and ERES. Key research themes include tokenization of real estate assets, flood risk pricing spillovers, and infrastructure project cost overruns. He has published extensively in journals like the Journal of Portfolio Management, Journal of Real Estate Finance and Economics, and European Journal of Finance. His work bridges theoretical finance with empirical real estate applications, addressing topics from green housing premiums to blockchain-driven token offerings.

John ByrneView profile

Professor

• Energy and Climate Policy
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Environmental Resilience
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John Byrne is a Distinguished Professor of Energy and Climate Policy and Director of the Center for Energy and Environmental Policy (CEEP) at the University of Delaware's Biden School of Public Policy. His academic career spans over three decades with significant contributions to global climate policy through roles in the IPCC, World Council for Renewable Energy, and Seoul International Energy Advisory Council. He pioneered the Sustainable Energy Utility (SEU) model and led the first SEU implementation in Delaware, recognized internationally for its innovative financing mechanisms. His research focuses on energy transitions, environmental justice, and renewable energy integration. Notable achievements include co-founding the International Solar Cities Initiative, advising China’s State Environmental Protection Agency, and conceiving the SEU's AA+-rated bond program. Byrne has held visiting positions at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Seoul National University, where he contributed to South Korea’s greenhouse gas abatement strategy. Byrne’s publications include 19 books and 170+ articles, with influential works like Rethinking Environmentalism (MIT Press) and Green Energy Economies . He serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of WIREs Energy and Environment and editor of the Energy and Environmental Policy book series since 1983. His work is funded by major institutions including the World Bank, UNDP, and U.S. Department of Energy. Key recognitions include the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize (shared via IPCC contributions) and Fulbright Senior Lecturer Award. Byrne’s current efforts focus on advancing solar energy policies, sustainable urban development, and bridging environmental justice with climate resilience.

• International Business
• Strategy
• Business Failure in Emerging Economies
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Professor Joseph Amankwah-Amoah is a leading academic in International Business and Strategy at Durham University Business School, UK. He holds additional roles as Distinguished Visiting Professor at Coal City University (Nigeria) and Adjunct Professor at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (Ghana). His research focuses on business failure dynamics in emerging economies, sustainability, institutional voids, and digital transformation. He has authored over 160 peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals like Journal of International Business Studies and International Business Review , with over 7,000 Google Scholar citations. His awards include four consecutive years on Stanford's World Top 2% Scientists list (2020–2023) and the 2021 AIB Insight Outstanding Article Award. He serves as an international expert for the UN Office of the Special Adviser on Africa and has guest-edited over 10 special journal issues. His work bridges academic theory with real-world challenges in global business, sustainability, and institutional development. Key research themes include leveraging business failure for innovation, green industrial policies, and the impact of digital technologies on emerging markets. He actively contributes to policy discussions on Africa's economic development and has collaborated with institutions across Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Irene Pañeda FernándezView profile

Research Fellow

• Migration Studies
• Social Inequality
• Climate Change and Migration
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Irene Pañeda Fernández is a Research Fellow at the Department of Migration, Integration, and Transnationalization at the WZB Berlin Social Science Center. She coordinates the TRANSMIT project, investigating migration aspirations and decisions in West Africa. Her research focuses on inequality and migration, exploring factors influencing migration decisions and attitudes toward immigrants/refugees. She holds a Ph.D. in Social and Political Sciences from the European University Institute (2022). Her research areas include migration studies, social inequality, climate change impacts on migration, welfare state analysis, and social science methodologies. Her recent work examines how climate disasters affect migration intentions in West Africa and the role of teacher bias in education systems. Her studies combine mixed-methods approaches, including factorial experiments and large-scale surveys. Key contributions include analyzing climate-induced migration patterns, educational discrimination mechanisms, and disaster-driven redistributive preferences. Current projects aim to bridge migration theory with policy-relevant insights, particularly in transnational contexts. She collaborates closely with international teams and institutions focused on migration and climate change intersections. Her work is methodologically rigorous, emphasizing policy-oriented outcomes.

Feng (Jack) JiangView profile

Associate Professor

• Behavioral Finance
• Corporate Finance
• Household Finance
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Feng (Jack) Jiang is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Department of Finance, School of Management, University at Buffalo (SUNY). He holds a PhD and MS from the University of Iowa, and a BS from Fudan University, China. His research focuses on behavioral finance, corporate finance, and household finance, with emphasis on executive compensation, mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, and network economics. He has published widely in top journals like the Journal of Financial Economics, Review of Financial Studies, and Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis. His work explores topics such as racial disparities in financial complaints, local IPO impacts on household investments, and the role of directors' personal experiences in corporate environmental policies. He serves on the editorial boards of several finance journals and is a member of the American Finance Association and Western Finance Association. Dr. Jiang's research often bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, such as analyzing how corporate social attitudes mitigate racial financial disparities and how disaster risk affects loan pricing. His recent studies investigate the interplay between managerial behavior, firm information environments, and market dynamics. He collaborates frequently with institutions like the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to study regulatory impacts on consumer behaviors. He teaches courses in investment management and corporate finance, integrating cutting-edge research into pedagogy. His work has been cited in prominent media outlets for its insights into corporate governance and environmental finance.

Gabriel FelbermayrView profile

Professor

• International Trade Theory and Policy
• Climate Economics
• Labor Markets in Open Economies
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Gabriel Felbermayr is a Professor of Economics at Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU) and Director of the Austrian Institute of Economic Research (WIFO) since 2021. He holds a PhD in Economics and has held academic positions at the University of Munich (ifo Center for International Economics), Kiel University (Chair in Economics), and the University of Tübingen. University Professor: WU Vienna (2021–) Director: WIFO Vienna (2021–) President: Kiel Institute (2019–2021) Research Interests include international trade theory, labor markets in open economies, European integration, migration economics, and climate-trade intersections. His work combines theoretical models with empirical policy analysis, focusing on globalization challenges, supply chain disruptions, and economic sanctions. Current Projects Trump 2.0 Transatlantic Tariff Scenarios Scientific Awards include recognition for his research contributions, though specific award names are not detailed in the text. He has led major projects for institutions like the Austrian Economic Chamber and the Foundation for Family Businesses. Education includes studies at the University of Linz and University of Florence (PhD). His publications span journals like Journal of International Economics , Review of World Economics , and World Development .

Natalia NoldeView profile

Professor

• Statistics
• Probability
• Multivariate Extreme Value Theory
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Natalia Nolde is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of British Columbia, Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on multivariate extreme value theory , probabilistic modeling , and applications in quantitative risk management across finance, insurance, hydrology, and geosciences. Her work explores non-classical approaches to multivariate extremes, particularly through limit set geometry and asymptotic dependence structures , offering novel insights into tail dependence and risk assessment. Recent publications highlight her expertise in copula-based risk modeling , financial stress testing , and geohazard prediction . Current students include: Daniel Hadley Jonathan O.K. Agyeman

John Van ReenenView profile

Professor

• Innovation Economics
• Labor Economics
• Productivity
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John Van Reenen holds the Ronald Coase School Professorship at the London School of Economics (LSE), serves as a Digital Fellow at MIT, and directs the Programme for Innovation and Diffusion (POID). His primary academic affiliation remains with LSE where he maintains an active research profile with publications extending into 2025. Van Reenen's research centers on innovation economics, labor markets, and productivity with deep expertise in management practices and firm dynamics. His work examines resource misallocation effects in developing economies like Mexico, structural transformation impacts on labor concentration, and spillover mechanisms from superstar firms. Key contributions span industrial organization, development economics, and technology policy, often utilizing firm-level data to analyze innovation diffusion and organizational resilience. Recent publications (2021-2025) reveal consistent focus on management-productivity linkages, structural economic transformation, and innovation systems. His research increasingly addresses climate-related business resilience, military innovation dynamics, and cross-border spillovers from foreign direct investment. Methodologically, he combines rigorous econometric approaches with subjective expectation data and firm-to-firm transaction analysis. Major recognitions include: 2009 Yrjö Jahnsson Award (European equivalent of Bates Clark Medal) 2014 European Investment Bank Prize for Excellence in Economic and Social Research 2017 Order of the British Empire (OBE) 2022 Honorary Foreign Membership in the American Economic Association No specific student advising or grant information appears in the source material, though his POID leadership implies research coordination responsibilities. As Director of the Programme for Innovation and Diffusion, Van Reenen oversees a research initiative investigating innovation drivers and diffusion mechanisms across global firms and economies, fostering collaboration between LSE, MIT, and international policy institutions.