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Joaquin Farinos Dasi is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the Faculty of Geography and History, University of Valencia, Spain. He is affiliated with the Inter-university Institute for Local Development (IIDL) and leads the research group GDLS Sustainable Local Development and Government. His academic focus lies in Regional Geographical Analysis, with extensive contributions to territorial planning, governance, and sustainable development. His research interests center on territorial planning , spatial governance , urban-rural relations , climate change adaptation , and public participation in planning . He explores how territorial policies can foster equity, resilience, and cohesion, particularly in the context of demographic challenges and energy transitions. His work critically examines institutional frameworks, legal procedures, and the role of intermediate cities in shaping sustainable territorial models. The analysis of his recent publications (2020–2025) reveals a strong thematic focus on spatial planning in transition , territorial governance , and EU policy integration . His research spans comparative European case studies, Spanish regional planning, and Valencian territorial dynamics. Key trends include participatory planning, disaster risk management, water governance, and the redefinition of territorial culture through education and public engagement. He has supervised doctoral research, including the thesis by Esther Rando Burgos on territorial management. His work is supported by institutional affiliations and collaborations, though specific grants are not detailed in the provided text. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. He is actively involved in research dissemination through international congresses and policy-oriented guides, such as the Decálogo para una adecuada práctica de la Ordenación del Territorio , emphasizing practical governance frameworks for effective spatial planning in Spain.

• Regional Geographical Analysis
• Territorial Planning
• Spatial Governance
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Dr. Ehsan Noroozinejad Farsangi is a Senior Researcher in the Smart Structures Research Group at the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Applied Science, The University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada. He also has an affiliation with Western Sydney University. He serves as the Chief Editor of the International Journal of Earthquake and Impact Engineering and as an Associate Editor for ASCE Natural Hazards Review , IET Journal of Engineering , and Frontiers in Built Environment: Earthquake Engineering . His research expertise spans earthquake engineering, structural health monitoring, base isolation, seismic retrofitting, and resilience-based design. He employs advanced techniques such as finite element modeling and multidisciplinary design optimization to enhance the safety and performance of civil infrastructure. The recent publications highlight a strong focus on structural resilience under extreme events including earthquakes, floods, and storms, as well as innovative construction technologies like 3D-printed concrete and GFRP-confined columns. His work integrates sustainability, safety, and advanced materials in civil engineering solutions. Editorial Roles: Chief Editor – International Journal of Earthquake and Impact Engineering Associate Editor – ASCE Natural Hazards Review Associate Editor – IET Journal of Engineering Associate Editor – Frontiers in Built Environment: Earthquake Engineering Dr. Noroozinejad Farsangi actively collaborates with a broad network of co-authors and contributes to advancing knowledge in structural and geotechnical engineering through editorial leadership and high-impact research. No information is available regarding student advising or research grants. The Smart Structures Research Group at UBC is central to his current work, focusing on smart materials, passive and semi-active control systems, and performance evaluation of civil structures.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Smart Materials
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Jose Manuel Feria Dominguez is a Professor in the Department of Financial Economics and Accounting at the Faculty of Business and Economics, Pablo de Olavide University, Spain. His academic career centers on financial risk management with emphases on banking regulation, operational risk modeling, and Latin American financial systems, contributing significantly to both theoretical frameworks and practical applications in volatile economic environments. He earned his Doctorate from the University of Seville in 2004 with the thesis "Market risk: Methodologies for its measurement and control" under the supervision of Dr. José Luis Martín Marín and Dr. María Dolores Oliver Alfonso. His educational background established the foundation for his expertise in quantitative risk assessment methodologies. Professor Dominguez's research spans eight core domains: Financial Risk Management (specializing in Value at Risk and stress-testing), Banking Sector Analysis (particularly Latin American dollarization regimes), Corporate Finance (with focus on SME resilience), Operational Risk Modeling (Basel regulatory frameworks), ESG Finance (investor reactions to environmental disasters), Reputational Risk (corporate corruption impacts), SME Finance in developing economies, and Latin American Financial Markets. His methodological approach frequently employs structural equation modeling and comparative empirical analysis. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Organizational-financial resilience interconnections in Ecuadorian SMEs using advanced statistical modeling, (2) Banking sector efficiency studies examining net interest margins across dollarized/non-dollarized Latin American economies, and (3) ESG-reputational risk investigations measuring market reactions to environmental disasters and corruption scandals. These works consistently apply quantitative methodologies to real-world financial instability scenarios. As an active academic supervisor, he mentors graduate students in financial risk management and corporate finance through the Doctoral Program in Management Control and Finance. His institutional contributions include membership in the PAIDI Areas for Social and Legal Sciences and leadership in the GIFEM (Corporate and Market Finance) research group, where he explores innovative applications of open government principles to university strategic planning and develops simulation-based pedagogical approaches in financial economics education.

• Financial Risk Management
• Banking
• Corporate Finance
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Patricia García Pazo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB), where she has taught since 2018. She holds dual expertise as a nurse and psychologist, with a PhD in Health Sciences (2022) and a Master in General Health Psychology (2017). Her teaching includes Psychosocial Sciences Applied to Health, Psychiatric Nursing, and Critical Care subjects across Nursing and Physiotherapy degrees. PhD in Health Sciences (2022) Master in General Health Psychology (2017) University Postgraduate in Critical Care (2007) Diploma in Nursing (1995) and Bachelor in Psychology (2001) Her research focuses on virtual reality applications in nursing education, smoking cessation technologies, and mental health interventions during emergencies. She led a VR-based nursing assessment project funded by IRIE and contributes to the MICINN-funded GROWING HEALTHY initiative. Her work spans high-impact publications (11 articles, 9 in Q1 journals) and over 20 conference presentations. Recent projects include developing the mHealth apps NoFumo+ (for smoking cessation) and GROWINAPP (emotional tracking in development). She also authored psychoeducational stories and book chapters on mental health nursing. Her awards include the 2023 Agenda 2030 Prize for academic contributions to sustainable health. 1st Prize for PDI in Agenda 2030 Awards (2023) As a researcher, she collaborates with the Chronicity and Evidence in Health (CurES) group under the Balearic Islands Health Research Institute (IdisBa). She has tutored 759+ hours of nursing practicum students and contributed to 6 teaching innovation projects, including VR integration in critical care education.

• Health Sciences
• Nursing Education
• Mental Health Psychology
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Dr. Diego Casado Mansilla is a Researcher at the MORElab group within the Department of Computing, Electronics and Communication Technologies at the College of Engineering, University of Deusto. His work bridges Sustainable Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Persuasive Technologies, and Internet of Things (IoT) systems to drive behavior change in energy consumption, urban sustainability, and STEM education accessibility. Education: PhD in Persuasive Technologies for Sustainability and Behavior Change (2016), University of Deusto His research spans two decades, focusing on Sustainable Design , Physical Interaction with Everyday Objects , and Human-Centric IoT Systems . He has led projects like Suggestive Autonomy (2016) and co-led GreenSoul (2017, 2019), which employ IoT for energy awareness in public buildings. Current projects include AmIAire (air quality monitoring) and Urban Adaptation and Alert Solutions (climate resilience, 2024-2028). Key trends in his 20+ publications (2012-2025) include: Energy efficiency in tertiary buildings and smart cities IoT protocols (CoAP, IEC 61850) for industrial and urban systems Behavioral economics and nudging for sustainable decisions Rural STEM education via remote experiments Privacy-preserving smart workplace systems Climate change perception studies across generations His supervised theses and projects address User Diversity , Edge Computing , and Industry 4.0 Adoption . He collaborates with European institutions on grants from the Ministry of Science and Innovation and European Commission , contributing to citizen science initiatives like SOCIO-BEE and educational tools such as EngageMate and Computario .

• Sustainable HCI
• Persuasive Technologies
• Behavior Change Technologies
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Elsa Pastor Ferrer is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the School of Engineering of Eastern Barcelona (EEBE), Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya (UPC). She serves as a contracted professor (Catedràtic contractat) and leads significant research in forest fires and technological risk assessment. Her work spans multiple research groups including CERTEC (Center for Technological Risk Studies) and CER-H2 (Research Center for Hydrogen at UPC). Dr. Pastor Ferrer's research focuses on wildland-urban interface (WUI) fires, fire safety engineering, and technological risk assessment. Her expertise encompasses wildfire risk modeling, structural protection against fires, vegetation flammability, and hydrogen safety. She has developed methodologies for vulnerability assessment at property level and created tools like TourGuard for infrastructure vulnerability assessment. Her work integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with artificial intelligence for dynamic risk assessment in fire scenarios. Her recent publication trends show strong emphasis on practical applications of fire safety research, with numerous deliverables for EU projects like WUITIPS and FIREPRIME. These publications demonstrate growing integration of virtual reality for risk visualization and intelligent systems for dynamic risk assessment. Her work bridges theoretical fire science with practical risk mitigation strategies for communities and infrastructure. Best Poster Award - First Place (2025) Mención Honorífica de DOCTOR EUROPEO (European Doctor Mention of Honor) Dr. Pastor Ferrer actively advises PhD students including Juan Antonio Muñoz Navarro, Francisco de Borja Rengel Darnaculleta, and Mario Miguel Valero Perez. She leads multiple competitive research projects with funding from EU Civil Protection Mechanism, Horizon Europe, and Spanish national programs. Her work includes significant collaboration with Eulalia Planas Cuchi (275 joint publications) and Alba Àgueda Costafreda (77 joint publications). She contributes to major research initiatives including the 3D Fire LABoratory and the GUARDIAN project for WUI fire protection. Her work extends to practical applications like assessing fire behavior in parking structures and developing irrigation technologies for wildfire protection.

• Forest Fires
• Wildland-Urban Interface Fires
• Technological Risk
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María Margarita Zango Pascual serves as a Collaborating Professor at Pablo de Olavide University in Seville, Spain, within the Department of Physical, Chemical and Natural Systems specializing in Environmental Technologies. Her academic profile centers on the critical intersection of natural hazards, disaster risk reduction frameworks, and human rights protections, with particular expertise in seismic risk assessment and environmental governance mechanisms applicable to vulnerable regions globally. She earned her PhD from Pablo de Olavide University in 2011 with doctoral research titled "The integrated management of natural risks within the framework of third-generation human rights. The case of the effects induced by seismic activity in El Salvador (Central America)", supervised by Dr. Guillermina Garzón Heydt, Dr. José Jesús Martínez Díaz, and Dr. Eva Martínez-Sampere. This foundational work established her trajectory in examining how geological expertise interfaces with legal frameworks and human rights obligations. Professor Zango Pascual's research program demonstrates exceptional breadth across Natural Hazards, Disaster Risk Reduction, Environmental Geology, Seismic Risk, Environmental Law, and Ethics in Geosciences. Her scholarship consistently investigates the integration of scientific knowledge with ethical considerations in disaster management systems, emphasizing community resilience building and the protection of human rights in geologically vulnerable contexts like Central America. She critically examines governance structures, policy implementation gaps, and the role of geoscientists in translating technical knowledge into actionable risk reduction strategies. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals an evolving research trajectory from technical hazard assessment toward increasingly sophisticated examinations of legal-ethical dimensions in disaster contexts. Early works focused on geological case studies including the Biescas camping disaster and El Salvador landslide events following Tropical Storm Stan. Recent scholarship explores macrocriminality in environmental disasters, forensic geosciences applications, and the critical role of ethics in geological practice. A unifying thread throughout her career examines how environmental governance frameworks can better incorporate geological expertise while upholding human rights standards, particularly evident in her 2024 analysis of asbestos exposure disasters and 2023 work on natural risk management as a human rights imperative. While specific details of her current advising load and grant funding remain undocumented in available sources, her extensive publication record spanning two decades and her role as doctoral supervisor indicate sustained engagement in research mentorship. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in disaster risk reduction, suggesting active participation in interdisciplinary research initiatives and policy development processes focused on improving governance through science-technology integration.

• Natural Hazards
• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Environmental Geology
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Josep Lluís Micó Sanz is a Full Professor at the Blanquerna School of Communication and International Relations, Ramon Llull University, specializing in the intersection of Digital Communication , Journalism , Media and Religion , and Political Communication . His research explores the societal impacts of technology, religious media, and digital misinformation. He has collaborated extensively on studies related to social media ethics, political discourse, and cultural narratives. Key Research Trends (2023-2020): Recent work includes analyses of COVID-19 vaccine misinformation in Catholic media , environmental disaster impacts , geolocation in political Twitter conversations , and growth hacking strategies in digital brands . His publications reveal a focus on public health communication , social media ethics , and cross-cultural media analysis . Significant Contributions: He has contributed to understanding online communities (e.g., Catholic Church digital platforms), political activism on social networks , and literary journalism as interreligious dialogue . His 2011 Public Sphere 2.0 study remains one of his most cited works with 269 citations. Awards & Collaborations: While no explicit awards are listed, his collaborations with institutions like the American Behavioral Scientist and journals such as Religions and Vaccines highlight his interdisciplinary impact.

• Digital Communication
• Journalism
• Media and Religion
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Alvaro Francisco Morote Segido is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Teacher Training at the University of Valencia, Spain. He is affiliated with the Department of Experimental A and specializes in the Didactics of Social Sciences, with a strong focus on Geography education. He is a member of the SOCIAL(S) Research and Innovation Group on Geography and History Teaching, contributing to pedagogical research and curriculum development. Doctorate: Universitat d'Alacant / Universidad de Alicante (2015) Thesis: Transformaciones territoriales e intensificación de la demanda de agua urbano-turística en la provincia de Alicante Supervisors: Dr. María Hernández Hernández, Dr. Antonio M. Rico Amorós His research centers on climate change education, natural hazard awareness (particularly floods), and sustainability in school curricula. He investigates how socio-environmental issues are portrayed in textbooks and how pre-service and in-service teachers perceive and teach these topics. His work emphasizes digital competence, gamification, and the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in geography teaching. His recent publications (2020–2025) reveal a consistent focus on flood risk education, climate change perception among students and teachers, textbook analysis, and innovative pedagogical methods. He frequently studies the Spanish educational context, especially in the Valencian Community, and addresses issues relevant to Mediterranean regions facing climate challenges. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his extensive publication record in educational research underscores his scholarly impact. He advises students in educational research, particularly in geography didactics, and leads projects related to water management, risk education, and curriculum innovation. His work integrates research and teaching, aiming to improve resilience and environmental awareness in schools. He is actively involved in the SOCIAL(S) research group, which fosters innovation in geography and history teaching through collaborative projects, publications, and didactic proposals.

• Didactics of Social Sciences
• Geography Education
• Climate Change Education
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Ramon Batalla Villanueva is a Professor of Physical Geography at the University of Lleida (UdL) and an Associated Research Professor at the Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA) in the line of 'Hydrological Processes and Water Resources.' Since 2016, he has also served as an Honorary Associate Professor at the Austral University of Chile (UACH, Valdivia). His academic career spans over three decades since earning his doctorate in Geography from the University of Barcelona in 1993. Dr. Batalla's research focuses on fluvial geomorphology, measurement and modeling of fluvial processes, particularly sediment transport, river restoration, and eco-geomorphology. His work has a markedly applied focus, examining the effects of global change on fluvial dynamics, including the influence of hydraulic infrastructure, climate change, and land use on hydrological and sedimentary regimes, with special emphasis on Mediterranean basins. He has published extensively on topics ranging from sediment transport dynamics to the impacts of dams and climate change on river systems. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on Mediterranean river systems, with significant work on hydropeaking effects, sediment dynamics in regulated rivers, and the impacts of climate change on fluvial processes. His research combines field measurements, laboratory analysis, and computational modeling to address complex hydrological challenges. Dr. Batalla has received recognition for his contributions to understanding river systems, particularly in Mediterranean environments. His collaborative work spans multiple international institutions, reflecting the global relevance of his research on water resources and river management. As an advisor and researcher, he has contributed significantly to advancing knowledge in fluvial geomorphology, with particular expertise in Mediterranean river systems where climate change and human pressures create complex management challenges. His work bridges fundamental science with practical applications for sustainable water resource management.

• Fluvial Geomorphology
• Sediment Transport
• River Restoration
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Eric Zwick is the Joel F. Gemunder Professor of Economics and Finance and a Charles E. Merrill Faculty Scholar at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. His research focuses on the intersection of public policy and corporate behavior, particularly in taxation, fiscal stimulus, housing policy, and small business dynamics. He employs methodologies from finance and behavioral economics, utilizing novel data, natural experiments, and theoretical modeling. Education Ph.D. and M.A. in Business Economics, Harvard University B.A. in Economics and Mathematics (with High Honors), Swarthmore College Eric Zwick’s research addresses several critical economic policy issues: Evaluating the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act’s impact on corporate investment and tax revenue Quantifying labor market inequality driven by employer-provided health insurance structures Analyzing pass-through business income’s role in wealth concentration Investigating attention-economics through behavioral interventions Studying tax-driven investment anomalies and PPP program effectiveness His recent publications examine: Corporate tax cuts’ GDP growth effects ( Health insurance financing’s impact on wage premiums (11% reduction in college wage gap) Pass-through business dynamics accounting for income inequality Behavioral underinvestment in attention-improving tools (59% undervaluation)

• Public Policy and Corporate Behavior
• Fiscal Stimulus
• Taxation
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DAVID GARCIA GARCIA is an Associate Professor specializing in Basic Psychology. His research spans multiple disciplines including neuroscience, public health, and theoretical physics. Key areas include Parkinson's disease, health literacy, quantum mechanics, and political communication. Research Focus: Parkinson's disease neuroimaging, health/eHealth literacy, quantum mechanics in black hole geometries, telemedicine applications, and political campaign analysis. Publications: 15 recent works (2023-2025) covering clinical studies on Parkinson's disease, health assessments, quantum mechanics, and digital health interventions. Techniques: Utilizes PET/MRI, computer vision, cost-utility analysis, and social media analytics in his research. His academic contributions highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding neurological disorders, health behavior, and theoretical physics challenges. No formal awards or student mentoring details were identified in the current records.

• Basic Psychology
• Parkinson's Disease
• Health Literacy
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Rafael Moreno Vozmediano is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Architecture and Automation, Faculty of Informatics, Complutense University of Madrid. His research focuses on distributed systems, cloud computing, and edge computing, with a particular emphasis on federated cloud networking, resource management, and high-performance computing. He has led or contributed to numerous EU-funded projects, including BEACON, PANACEA, and RESERVOIR, which address challenges in cloud federation, autonomic resource management, and virtualization technologies. He is a co-founder of the OpenNebula cloud management platform, widely adopted in industry and research. He has collaborated with organizations like EADS, Oracle, Microsoft, and NASA, emphasizing applied research and industry transfer. His academic contributions span over 50 publications, with recent work addressing edge-cloud architectures, serverless computing for Mars mission data analysis, and latency-optimized distributed systems. Awards and recognitions include leadership roles in the Globus Alliance, Open Grid Forum, and NESSI Initiative, where he contributed to defining future ITC infrastructure standards. His teaching spans computer architecture and distributed systems at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Current research activities include data-centric cloud architectures, edge analytics for IoT, and federated cloud networking. He actively participates in grants such as EDGEDATA and IN-TIME, focusing on decentralized edge-cloud infrastructures and Mars-Earth dating applications.

• Distributed Computing
• Cloud Computing
• Edge Computing
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Artur Colom Jaen is a Researcher at the Department of Applied Economics (University of Barcelona), affiliated with the GLOBACTOR research group studying actors and power dynamics in globalization. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Barcelona (2009), focusing on World Bank and IMF policy reforms in Sub-Saharan Africa through the case study of Chad. His work spans African development economics, resource governance, China-Africa relations, and climate adaptation strategies. Core affiliations: University of Barcelona, GLOBACTOR group Key research areas: Resource Curse dynamics, African economic integration, climate change adaptation His research critiques conventional development paradigms through case studies like Congo's mining sector fragility, Mozambique's LNG-driven economy, and Chad's petroleum management failures. Recent work emphasizes demographic shifts and climate justice in African contexts. Though no formal awards are listed, his scholarship consistently challenges orthodox policy approaches in international development. Advising activity appears limited to his own doctoral supervision by Dr. Jordi Rosell Foxà. His publications span 25 years, with 2020s focus on contemporary issues like China's regional impact and COP27 climate negotiations.

• African Development Economics
• Resource Curse Dynamics
• China-Africa Political Economy
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Professor Pedro Diez is a faculty member at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), specializing in computational mechanics and reduced-order modeling. He holds a BSc and PhD in Civil Engineering from UPC (1989 and 1996, respectively). His research focuses on error estimation, extended finite element methods (X-FEM), and applications in automotive and geophysical systems. He co-organizes the International Conference in Adaptive Modeling and Simulation since 2003, with the next edition in 2023. Key research areas include: Reduced Order Models (POD/PGD) Goal-oriented adaptivity in numerical simulations Geophysical inversion and thermal modeling Automotive structural dynamics and NVH analysis Sustainable materials for civil engineering His work bridges computational methods with real-world applications, such as earth dam monitoring, hydraulic fracturing modeling, and biomechanical simulations. Recent publications emphasize real-time risk analysis, parametric solutions for nonlinear systems, and inverse problem techniques in geophysics. His contributions to numerical methods have advanced high-fidelity, low-cost simulations across engineering disciplines. Publications span over 30 years, with a focus on: Efficient parametric solutions for transient coupled systems Nonintrusive reduced basis methods Thermo-hydro-mechanical modeling of geological media Advances in error estimation and model order reduction underpin much of his work, enabling applications in structural health monitoring, crashworthiness analysis, and geophysical exploration.

• Reduced Order Models
• Error Estimation and Adaptivity
• Extended Finite Element Methods (X-FEM)
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