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Darshana M. Dadhania, M.D., M.S., D(ABHI), is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College and an Associate Attending Physician at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. She serves as Medical Director of the Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program and Program Director of the Transplant Nephrology Fellowship. Additionally, she is Director of the Genomics Division and Associate Director of the Immunogenetics and Transplantation Center. Education: M.D. from University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ; M.S. in Clinical and Translational Investigation from Weill Cornell; B.A., B.S. from Stevens Institute of Technology. Training: Internal Medicine Residency, Nephrology Fellowship, and Transplant Medicine Fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital; additional training in histocompatibility testing. Certifications: Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology; Diplomate, American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. Dr. Dadhania's research focuses on noninvasive biomarkers for kidney allograft outcomes, particularly urinary cell mRNA and cell-free DNA profiling for rejection detection, management of highly sensitized patients, and infectious complications post-transplant. She has pioneered work in gut microbiota interactions with immunosuppression and infection risk. Her studies integrate genomics, immunology, and clinical outcomes to improve long-term transplant success. Her recent publications (2023–2025) emphasize noninvasive diagnostics using urinary biomarkers, consensus development in antibody-mediated rejection (Banff Working Group), kidney paired donation trends, and integration of palliative care in transplant failure. These works span high-impact journals including Nature Medicine , American Journal of Transplantation , and Transplantation , reflecting a strong translational and clinical research trajectory. Elected Fellow, American Society of Transplantation (2015) President, New York Society of Nephrology (2014–2015) Chair, Kidney Pancreas Community of Practice, American Society of Transplantation (2017–2019) Co-Chair, Consensus Conferences on Frailty, Cardiovascular Disease, and Heart-Kidney Transplantation Editorial Board, Nephrology, Dialysis and Transplantation and Transplantation Recipient of multiple investigator awards and leadership recognitions since 2003 Dr. Dadhania has served as site Principal Investigator for NIH-supported CTOT-03 and CTOT-04 trials and currently leads multiple studies including the APOLLO Consortium and metagenomic profiling of urinary cell-free DNA. She mentors fellows through her fellowship directorship and contributes to national policy via consensus guidelines and editorial leadership. Her work bridges clinical care, research innovation, and education in transplant nephrology. She leads the Genomics Division and Immunogenetics and Transplantation Center, where her team develops and validates molecular assays for allograft monitoring. Her lab collaborates extensively with biopharma partners and national consortia to translate biomarkers into clinical practice.

• Transplantation Medicine
• Nephrology
• Kidney Transplantation
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Lori Rosenkopf serves as the Simon and Midge Palley Professor and Vice Dean of Entrepreneurship at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where she also directs Venture Lab and Wharton San Francisco. Since joining the faculty in 1993, she has held key leadership roles including Vice Dean of the Undergraduate Division (2013-2019), during which she redesigned curricula and expanded student pathways while receiving the David Hauck Teaching Award. Her academic credentials include a B.S. in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering from Cornell University, an M.S. in Operations Research from Stanford University, and a Ph.D. in Management of Organizations from Columbia University, preceded by industry experience at Eastman Kodak and AT&T Bell Laboratories. Rosenkopf's research investigates knowledge flows in technological communities across high-tech industries, with core interests in innovation diffusion, interorganizational networks, and evolutionary dynamics. Her recent work bridges academic theory and practice through entrepreneurship studies, culminating in the 2025 book Unstoppable Entrepreneurs which identifies seven distinct entrepreneurial pathways beyond Silicon Valley stereotypes. Analysis of her publication history reveals consistent focus on network structures, technological evolution, and strategic decision-making across top journals like Strategic Management Journal and Organization Science , with increasing emphasis on practical entrepreneurship frameworks since 2020. Her scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the Academy of Management (2023) Wharton Teaching Excellence Award (2018-2020) Elected member of Macro-Organizational Behavior Society (2008) Best Management Paper Award, SDA Bocconi (2007) David Hauck Award for Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching (2006) In advising and institutional leadership, Rosenkopf mentors through Venture Lab's startup incubator supporting over 20,000 students, serves as Faculty Director for Wharton San Francisco, and contributes to national policy as a National Academy of Sciences consultant. Her editorial roles include Senior Editor at Organization Science and leadership in the Academy of Management's Technology and Innovation Management Division. She actively shapes entrepreneurial ecosystems through Venture Lab's accelerator programs and Wharton San Francisco's executive education initiatives, while her research on network dynamics informs both academic theory and practical venture development strategies.

• Innovation Diffusion
• Interorganizational Networks
• Technological Evolution
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Erin Pauwels, PhD is an Associate Professor of Art History and Undergraduate Advisor at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University. During the 2024-25 academic year, she is on leave to serve as the Terra Foundation Visiting Professor in American Art in the Department of History of Art at the University of Oxford. PhD, Art History and American Studies, Indiana University MA, Humanities and Social Thought, New York University BA, Art History, Carleton College Dr. Pauwels is a historian of modern and contemporary art in the Americas with special interest in photography, Indigenous Studies, and ecocritical approaches to visual culture. Her research explores the politics of portraiture and placemaking, technologies of image dissemination, and intersections between theater and the visual arts. Her groundbreaking book, Napoleon Sarony's Living Pictures: The Celebrity Photograph in Gilded Age New York (2024), reconstructs the legacy of a once-famous nineteenth-century photographer to reveal how the emergence of mass media reshaped definitions of artistic authorship. Her scholarly work spans diverse topics including Native resistance through photography, theatrical elements in photographic portraiture, and the evolution of photographic truth claims in digital contexts. Dr. Pauwels's research demonstrates consistent engagement with both historical and contemporary visual culture, revealing patterns in how images shape identity, power structures, and cultural memory across time periods. Her publications in journals like American Art , Panorama , and History & Technology show particular interest in the intersections between artistic practice, technological innovation, and social context. Terra Foundation for American Art Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery American Council of Learned Societies Wyeth Foundation for American Art Houghton Library of Harvard University As an educator, Dr. Pauwels will be accepting PhD students for the 2025-26 academic year. Her professional affiliations include the Association of Historians of American Art, the Photography Network, and the Print Council of America (where she was recently elected). Her academic trajectory reflects deep commitment to interdisciplinary approaches that bridge art historical methods with critical frameworks from Indigenous studies, media theory, and cultural studies.

• Art History
• Photography
• Indigenous Studies
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James M. Curry is a full-time Professor of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame . His research focuses on U.S. politics, congressional behavior, and policymaking processes. Research Interests: U.S. Congress and legislative dynamics Political parties and polarization Information and power structures in governance Interpersonal relationships in political institutions Key Publications Trend: Recent works analyze bipartisan collaboration challenges, minority party influence in polarized environments, and the role of information asymmetry in congressional decision-making. Earlier works established foundational theories on legislative transparency and institutional power balance.

• U.S. Politics
• Policymaking
• Congress
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Peggie R. Smith is a Professor at Washington University in St. Louis , specializing in the regulation of care work across domestic and professional settings. She serves as the Faculty Ombuds (Danforth Campus) and holds affiliations with the American Law Institute , Labor Law Group , and the editorial board of the Employee Rights and Employment Policy Journal . Education : B.A. (1987), M.A. in African American Studies (1990) from Yale University; J.D. from Harvard Law School (1993) Prior Roles : Clerked for Judge Michael Boudin (1st Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals); taught at multiple law schools International Experience : Faculty at the University of Trento, Faculty of Jurisprudence (Trento, Italy) Her research focuses on work-family balance , domestic labor regulation , and employment equity , particularly in elder care and home-based services. She has contributed to debates on paid care worker protections and gender-based employment discrimination. Key themes across her scholarship include domestic worker health and safety , aging populations , and legal frameworks for decent work . Her work bridges law, social policy, and gender studies. Scientific Awards : Outstanding Scholar Award, Lutie Lytle Workshop (2013) Elected Member, American Law Institute (2017) Secretary, Executive Committee, Labor Law Group (2010-16) Smith has held leadership roles in professional organizations, including Chair of the Executive Committee for the Section on Labor Relations and Employment Law at the Association of American Law Schools (2013-14). Her publications appear in journals like the Buffalo Law Review and Employee Rights & Employment Policy Journal .

• Care Work Regulation
• Child Care
• Home Care
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Pauline Kim is the Daniel Noyes Kirby Professor of Law at Washington University School of Law, with a courtesy appointment in the Department of Sociology and affiliations at the Center for Race, Ethnicity and Equity, and the Cordell Institute. She is a leading scholar in workplace law, focusing on privacy, discrimination, and AI’s impact on employment, housing, and credit markets. Education: A.B. and J.D. from Harvard, Henry Fellow at New College, Oxford. Her research explores the legal and ethical challenges of algorithmic decision-making, advocating for fairness and transparency. She directs the Center for Empirical Research in the Law and contributes to the American Law Institute’s Restatement of Employment Law. Recent publications address AI fairness, data rights for workers, and algorithmic governance. Awards include election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2024) and the Future of Privacy Forum’s Privacy Papers for Policymakers Award (2024). Scientific Awards: American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2024) Future of Privacy Forum Award (2024) Founders Day Distinguished Faculty Award (2021) Becker Professor of the Year (2019, 2016) She previously clerked for Judge Cecil F. Poole, worked at Legal Aid at Work, and held leadership roles at Washington University, including Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development (2008-2010).

• Workplace Law
• AI Law and Policy
• Employee Privacy
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Marta Losada is a Professor of Physics and Associate Vice Chancellor for Global Research at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), where she previously served as Dean of Science from 2019–2024. She holds a Global Network Professorship in Physics at NYU’s Faculty of Arts and Science. B.Sc. in Physics, Universidad Nacional de Colombia M.Sc. in Physics, Universidad Nacional de Colombia Ph.D. in Physics, Rutgers University Postdoctoral Fellow, CERN Theory Division Her research focuses on High Energy Physics , particularly Elementary Particle Phenomenology , Experimental High Energy Physics , and Cosmology . She has led international collaborations including the ATLAS, DUNE, and NEXT Experiments. Her academic career spans leadership roles in research policy, higher education administration, and global scientific networks. Marta Losada has been recognized for her contributions to science through her election to the Colombian Academy of Sciences , as well as her involvement in the CERN-Latin America School of High Energy Physics and leadership in the Latin American Strategy for HECAP. She has served as a scientific consultant for the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics and contributed to European-funded networks like HELEN, Invisibles, Invisibles Plus, and Elusives.

• High Energy Physics
• Elementary Particle Phenomenology
• Cosmology
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Gunther W. Peck is a Professor in the Sanford School of Public Policy and Professor of History at Duke University since 2025. His research bridges human trafficking, racial ideology, humanitarian intervention, and immigration policy in North America and Europe. Ph.D., Yale University (1994) M.A., Yale University (1991) M.A., University of Wisconsin, Madison (1989) B.A., Princeton University (1984) His work examines the historical ties between labor history and racial hierarchies, with a focus on transnational perspectives. Key publications include studies on white slavery narratives, working-class racism, and intersections of environmental and labor history. Articles highlight his expertise in labor abolition, voter turnout dynamics, and gendered approaches to trafficking. Awards include the Warren Fellowship and ACLS Fellowships. Warren Fellowship, Harvard University (2010) ACLS Fellows (2005) NEH Fellowship (2002) RAY ALLEN BILLINGTON PRIZE (2001) National Humanities Center Fellow (2001) He teaches courses like 'Historicizing Whiteness' and 'Human Trafficking, Past to Present,' and leads initiatives like the Student Voting Rights Lab. Grants include a Visiting Associate Professorship at Yale University (2017-2018).

• Human Trafficking
• Racial Ideology
• Humanitarian Intervention
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David Siegel is a Professor of Political Science and Public Policy at Duke University , with joint appointments in the Sanford School of Public Policy and Trinity College of Arts & Sciences . His research focuses on collective action in contexts like political violence , terrorism , and electoral behavior , while integrating game theory and social network analysis into political science. Education : Ph.D. in Political Science from Stanford University (2006) Key Institutions : Duke University (2019–present), Florida State University (prior to Duke) His scientific awards include the Political Ties Award (2012) and an honorable mention for the William F. Riker Prize (2012). He has secured major grants from the National Science Foundation for projects exploring theory-based measurement of power and second-order impacts of PRC aggression toward Taiwan . Recent publications analyze measurement theory in political science, strategic terrorism in civil wars, and collective action costs . These align with his broader interests in political networks , security studies , and behavioral electoral theory . Siegel also co-authored influential books like A Behavioral Theory of Elections and A Mathematics Course for Political and Social Research . He teaches advanced courses in game theory , social networks , political methodology , and terrorism , emphasizing analytical rigor and empirical-theoretical integration.

• Political Violence
• Terrorism
• Collective Action
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David R. Wheeler is an Associate Professor at The University of Tampa within the Communication Department . Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Kentucky (2015), his academic career spans teaching courses like Introduction to Journalism and Multimedia Journalism I. As a journalist, Wheeler contributes to major outlets including CNN , The Atlantic , and NBC News , focusing on technology, politics, and First Amendment issues. His 2014 article on student press law was selected as lead in College Media Review , and his 2021 work on school free speech was cited in Supreme Court briefs. Research Themes : First Amendment jurisprudence, media law, and political discourse Advisory Roles : Co-director of UT’s Master of Arts in Social and Emerging Media, advisor to student newspaper The Minaret His articles reveal interdisciplinary trends across political economy , digital ethics , and sociocultural dynamics . Awards include having his work enshrined in the Supreme Court’s public record and citations in legal journals.

• First Amendment Law
• Journalism
• Free Speech
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Gregory H. Taylor, MD is a Professor in the Department of Family & Community Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine with a secondary appointment in Medicine. He serves as Associate Director of the Evelyn Jordan Center and maintains clinical practice at 22 S. Greene St., Suite 300, Baltimore, specializing in HIV and Hepatitis C care for over two decades. His academic foundation includes: B.S. in Biology from Virginia Tech M.D. from University of Maryland School of Medicine Residency in Family Medicine at University of Maryland Dr. Taylor's research centers on HIV comorbidities, particularly tobacco-related pulmonary pathology in women, HPV-associated diseases, and Hepatitis C integration into primary care. His work bridges laboratory investigations, epidemiological studies, and clinical interventions to address health disparities in urban HIV populations. As an educator certified by the American Academy of HIV Medicine, he trains medical students through community physicians. Analysis of his 13 publications (2000-2016) reveals evolving focus from virology fundamentals to community-based implementation science. Early work examined opportunistic infections (CMV, Parvovirus) while recent studies address lung cancer screening in HIV smokers and anal cancer prevention, demonstrating progression toward population health solutions. His scientific recognition includes: Faculty Award for Outstanding Service (1994, 1997, 1999) Alpha Omega Alpha election (2000) Chairman's Community-Based Teaching Award (2001-2002) Community Preceptor Award (2003, 2010) Dr. Taylor has served as PI/co-PI on multiple NIH-funded studies and currently leads the Maryland Community-based Programs to Test and Cure Hepatitis C (Maryland DHMH grant). Through the Evelyn Jordan Center, he collaborates with multidisciplinary teams serving vulnerable populations affected by HIV and substance use disorders.

• HIV Medicine
• Hepatitis C Treatment
• Family Medicine
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Sharon Alvarez is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh's Katz Graduate School of Business, holding the Thomas W. Olofson Chair in Entrepreneurial Studies. She is an academic leader in entrepreneurship and strategic management, with a focus on the agency of entrepreneurs in creating opportunities under Knightian uncertainty. PhD in Business Administration (Entrepreneurship and Strategic Management), University of Colorado MBA in International Management, University of Denver BSBA, University of Colorado Her research redefines opportunity theory by emphasizing endogenous creation through managerial choice, challenging the bounded rationality paradigm in management. Key themes include the philosophical foundations of entrepreneurship, strategic alliances, and organizational behavior under uncertainty. Her publications span top journals such as Academy of Management Review , Strategic Management Journal , and Journal of Business Venturing , with notable awards including the Academy of Management Review Best Paper (2024) and Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal Best Paper (2019). Recent articles focus on opportunity typology, institutional co-creation, and the interaction of managerial and technological capabilities. 2024: Academy of Management Review Best Article Award 2019: Academy of Management Foundational Paper Award 2014: Strategic Management Society Best Paper Award 2010: Journal of Management Best Paper Award Alvarez has received significant grants, including Kauffman Society seed grants and Max Planck Scholarships. She served as Associate Editor for the Academy of Management Review and Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal , and was elected to the Academy of Management Board of Governors in 2020, later serving as its President in 2023. Her affiliations include the International Business Academic Area and the Organizations and Entrepreneurship Center at Katz. Her work has been cited over 1,500 times, with her 2007 paper on entrepreneurial rents being among the most cited in Journal of Management .

• Entrepreneurship
• Strategic Management
• Opportunity Creation
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Susan K. Cohen serves as Associate Professor of Organizations and Entrepreneurship at the University of Pittsburgh's Katz Graduate School of Business, where her research investigates how firms achieve innovation success through organizational capabilities, social networks, alliance structures, and ecosystem strategies. Her work integrates resource-based theory, social network analysis, and complex contagion frameworks to advance knowledge in innovation commercialization. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Strategic Management from the University of Minnesota (1998) and a BS in Management Information Systems from Clarkson University (1986). Professor Cohen's research spans innovation dynamics, entrepreneurial ecosystems, knowledge management, and strategic alliance formation. She examines firm-specific language in life science business model transformation and analyzes how regional entrepreneurial ecosystems influence new venture resource acquisition strategies. Her current work emphasizes practical applications for improving innovation outcomes in complex technological environments. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on innovation barriers and enablers across industries including biotechnology, machine tools, and wireless communications. Her work demonstrates evolving emphasis on ecosystem-level factors and cross-sector collaboration, with increasing attention to assistive technology translation and regional economic development. Scientific recognition includes: Distinguished Reviewer Award, Academy of Management Discoveries (2018) She has secured over $4.5 million in research funding through grants from NSF, NIDILRR, PPG Foundation, and University of Pittsburgh initiatives. Key projects include IMPACT Grant on community development ($4.5M), Pitt Seed Grants for entrepreneurial ecosystem diversity ($48,972), pharmaceutical R&D productivity studies ($7,000), and global innovation conferences sponsored by Bayer/Alcoa/PPG. Her editorial leadership includes Associate Editorship at Academy of Management Discoveries and TIM Division Program Chair-Elect role at the Academy of Management. Professor Cohen directs experiential learning initiatives including Commercializing New Technologies and Leading Organizations to Innovate courses, while co-organizing industry-academic partnerships like the Global Collaboration for Technological Innovation conference series.

• Innovation
• Organizational Theory
• Entrepreneurship
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Elizabeth L. Campbell is an Assistant Professor of Management at the Rady School of Management, University of California, San Diego. Her research investigates gender differences in organizational career advancement processes through a multi-level lens focusing on psychological microfoundations of systemic inequality. Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Organizational Behavior and Theory, Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University B.A. in Psychology, Wellesley College Research focuses on: Gender inequality in sponsorship and mentorship Psychological drivers of career advancement disparities Gendered assumptions in hiring and promotion processes Organizational culture impacts on equity outcomes Mixed-methods analysis of network dynamics Intersection of social capital and systemic discrimination Recent publications demonstrate: Gendered network activation patterns in sponsorship Tenure-dependent effectiveness of female sponsors Discriminatory interpretation of overqualification signals Implicit bias in organizational commitment assessments Awards & Recognition: 2023 Academy of Management Discoveries Best Paper Runner-up 2020 Academy of Management Best Paper Proceedings Media Coverage: Forbes Quartz World Economic Forum Vogue Spain Harvard Business Review UC San Diego Newswire Teaching Experience: Leading in Networks and Organizations (MBA required course) Negotiation and Conflict Management (Undergraduate elective)

• Gender Inequality
• Career Advancement
• Organizational Behavior
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Marty Matlock is a Professor in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at the University of Arkansas, College of Engineering. He served as Senior Advisor to Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack at USDA from 2021-2022 focusing on food systems resiliency and was Executive Director of the University of Arkansas Resiliency Center. Matlock was elected to the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine's Board of Agricultural and Natural Resources in 2021. B.S., Soil Chemistry, Oklahoma State University M.S., Plant Physiology, Oklahoma State University Ph.D., Biosystems Engineering, Oklahoma State University Dr. Matlock's research focuses on the impacts of humans on the environment at the watershed scale, with expertise in sustainability metrics for water, land, energy, and climate change for agricultural systems. He is a global leader in crop and animal production modeling and life cycle assessment, particularly regarding greenhouse gas emissions. His work spans ecological engineering, food systems resiliency, and environmental risk assessment, with applications in designing sustainable global food supply systems and developing corporate strategies for risk reduction. Analysis of Matlock's recent publications reveals a strong focus on life cycle assessment (LCA) of agricultural systems, particularly food supply chains. His work spans dairy production, fruit and vegetable systems, pulse crops, and livestock feed. A consistent theme is developing methodologies for spatially explicit LCA and creating metrics for sustainability in agriculture. His research increasingly addresses climate change adaptation in food systems and the development of regenerative agricultural practices. 2023 Fellow, The American Society of Civil Engineers 2022 Odom Award for Ecosystem Design 2018 CAST-Borlaug Agriculture Communications Award Multiple design awards for sustainable community planning ASABE Standards Development Award for ANSI/ASABE S629 Matlock has advised more than 40 M.S. and a dozen Ph.D. students over his 25-year career. His research has been supported through numerous grants from USDA, National Academies, and industry partners including The Sustainability Consortium and Field to Market Alliance. He has held leadership positions as Executive Director of the UA Resiliency Center (2018-2021) and UA Office for Sustainability (2012-2018), where he managed significant research initiatives focused on food, water, and community resiliency in response to climate change. Matlock leads research teams working on life cycle assessment of agricultural systems through collaborations with The Sustainability Consortium, Field to Market Alliance, UN Food and Agriculture Organization, and multiple US food and ag industries. His work with the UA Community Design Center has produced innovative approaches to urban watershed management and community food systems, including the Whitmore Community Food Hub Complex and Conway Urban Watershed Framework Plan.

• Life Cycle Assessment
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Ecological Engineering
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