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Mikhail FreerView profile

Lecturer

• Economic Theory
• Game Theory
• Experimental Economics
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Dr. Mikhail Freer is a Lecturer in the Department of Economics at the University of Essex. His teaching focuses on advanced topics such as Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour (EC366) and Topics in Economic Theory (EC993). He currently supervises doctoral student Yi Shi, whose thesis examines conditional cooperation in economics. Dr. Freer's research interests span economic theory, game theory, experimental economics, and behavioral economics. His work often explores revealed preference analysis, strategic behavior in markets, and welfare economics. Notable areas include the study of auction credibility, marital stability under mutual consent divorce, and the algebraic approach to preference reconstruction. His recent publications (2021–2024) reflect a focus on dynamic game strategies, utility representation theorems, and experimental studies of collective behavior. He has contributed to understanding limited attention in decision-making and prize-probability trade-offs in utility maximization. Dr. Freer holds a PhD in Economics and is affiliated with the University of Essex's Colchester Campus. His academic support hours are by appointment, and he can be contacted at m.freer@essex.ac.uk.

Robert M. FullerView profile

Professor

• Information Systems Management
• Technology-Mediated Collaboration
• Virtual Team Performance
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Robert M. Fuller is the EY Professor in Accounting at the University of Tennessee’s College of Business, affiliated with the Accounting & Information Management Program. He joined the faculty in 2006, specializing in collaborative technologies, virtual team performance, and requirements elicitation techniques. His research spans strategic leadership intuition, e-commerce strategies, and digital collaboration frameworks. Education: Ph.D. in Management Information Systems (Indiana University, 2003) MBA in Operations Management (Middle Tennessee State University, 1995) B.S.B.A. in Finance (Tennessee Technological University, 1989) Research interests emphasize technology-mediated collaboration, virtual teams, and the strategic use of intuition in leadership. His work has been published in top journals like MIS Quarterly and Information Systems Research. He teaches database design and business process analysis in the undergraduate program. Awards include the Rudolph J. Joenk Award (2017), Decosimo Leadership Award (2017), and multiple teaching accolades such as the Linda and Herbert Rhea Excellence in Teaching Award (2016, 2009). He has secured grants like the Hewlett-Packard Technology for Teaching Initiative ($69,000, 2006). His recent publications explore intuition in strategic leadership, digital collaboration tools, and requirements elicitation frameworks. Fuller’s work bridges organizational behavior with information systems, focusing on how communication technologies enhance team performance and decision-making processes.

• Behavioral Economics
• Institutional Economics
• Philosophy of Economics
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Pietro Guarnieri is a Research Fellow at the University of Pisa's Department of Economics and Management, affiliated with the Societal Transition for a Sustainable Economy initiative. His work bridges behavioral/institutional economics and philosophy of science, focusing on normative deliberation in economic decisions and rule-following behaviors. He holds a PhD in Economics from the Universities of Tuscany (Italy). Research Interests: Behavioral and institutional economics Epistemology of morality in economic decisions Experimental economics Norm-compliant behaviors in social inclusion/exclusion contexts His recent work explores themes like climate policy design, equity in low-carbon transitions, and experimental studies on public goods provision. Publications span journals in economics, environmental policy, and experimental methodologies. Labs/Teams: Member of the REMARC research group (Analysis and Policy for Responsible Management and Sustainable Development), collaborating on sustainability transition strategies.

Christian VosslerView profile

Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Public Economics
• Experimental Economics
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Christian Vossler is the J. Fred Holly Chair of Excellence in the Department of Economics at the University of Tennessee's Haslam College of Business. He directs the UT Experimental Economics Laboratory and serves as a fellow of the Howard H. Baker Jr. Center for Public Policy and the Center for Behavioral and Agri-Environmental Research (C-BEAR). As an applied microeconomist, his research focuses on environmental and public economics, non-market valuation, regulatory compliance mechanisms, and experimental economics. He earned his Ph.D. in Applied Economics from Cornell University (2003), an M.S. in Agricultural and Resource Economics from Oregon State University (1999), and a B.S. in Environmental and Resource Sciences from the University of Nevada (1997). His research explores the validity of survey-based valuation methods, pollution control instruments, and tax compliance mechanisms. He has advised numerous graduate students and serves as editor for the Journal of the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists and co-editor for Environmental & Resource Economics . His awards include the EAERE Best Paper Award (2015, 2013) and the G.F. Warren Award (2003). Awards: Referee Award (2022), Outstanding Reviewer (2005), Haslam Summer Scholar (2021–2023). Grants: Supported by the IRS, EPA, US Air Force, and Russell Sage Foundation. Labs: UT Experimental Economics Laboratory focuses on human behavior in economic contexts, including experiments on public goods, tax compliance, and environmental policies. His teaching includes courses in econometrics, environmental economics, and behavioral economics. He has published extensively on topics such as tax withholding effects, water quality valuation, and experimental methods in policy design.

• Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM)
• Applied Cognitive Psychology
• Behavioral Sciences
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Julie Gore is a Professor of Organizational Psychology at Birkbeck Business School, University of London. She holds visiting appointments at the University of Bath (2023–2026) and is a founding Director of the Professional Doctorates in Evidence-Based HRM and Occupational Psychology. Her research focuses on Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM), expertise elicitation, and behavioral agency theory, with applications in healthcare, cybersecurity, and organizational decision-making. She has been funded by ESRC, EPSRC, Dstl, and UK Government, and leads projects like the UKRI-funded cybersecurity narratives initiative. Education: PhD in Management (Oxford Brookes University), BSc (Hons) from University of Huddersfield. Professional credentials include Chartered Psychologist status via BPS and Fellowships with the British Psychological Society and British Academy of Management. Research Interests : NDM, cognitive task analysis, expert decision-making in uncertain contexts, behavioral insights in executive reward systems Key Projects : Elicitation of Cybersecurity Narratives (UKRI), Behavioral Agency Theory (award-winning), Frontiers in Psychology special topics Editorial Roles: Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology, Editorial Board Member of British Journal of Management. Peer review roles include ESRC and British Academy of Management. Awards : BPS Fellowship, EPSRC SPRITE+ Expert Fellowship, BA of Management Peer Review College membership Consultancy expertise spans qualitative research methods, organizational decision-making, and applied cognitive psychology. Active in academic leadership, including external examiner roles at Oxford Saïd Business School and LSE.

Mark BurgmanView profile

Professor

• conservation biology
• risk analysis
• expert judgement
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Mark Burgman serves as the Director of the School of Life Sciences at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. His office is located in the Isabella Aiona Abbot Building (LSB) 216, and he can be contacted at mburgman@hawaii.edu or by phone at (808) 956-4743. Professor Burgman's research focuses on conservation biology in all its forms, risk analysis, and expert judgement and decision-making. His work explores the development and deployment of tools, procedures, and guidelines to reach better conservation decisions. Current projects deal with the widening of social inclusion in environmental decision making and improving methods for the assessment of threatened species and ecosystems. New projects involve testing methods for eliciting judgements from experts and developing indices to guide investments that result in nature-positive outcomes. As Director of the School of Life Sciences, Professor Burgman has articulated a strong commitment to values that include openness, respect, and mutual support within the diverse communities of Hawaiʻi. He emphasizes principles of aloha ʻāina, pilina, and mālama kekahi i kekahi, and advocates for advancing UH Mānoa as a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning. His leadership focuses on creating an inclusive academic environment that reflects the diverse demographics and lived experiences of people in Hawaiʻi and the USA.

Rose ScottView profile

Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Development
• Social Cognition
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Rose Scott is a Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of California, Merced, affiliated with the Department of Psychological Sciences within the School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Arts. Her research focuses on cognitive and social development in children, particularly exploring how social categories, language input, and environmental factors influence psychological reasoning. She investigates topics such as false-belief understanding, essentialist beliefs about social categories, and the impact of socioeconomic status on child development. Dr. Scott's work spans experimental studies with infants and young children, examining inductive reasoning, language acquisition, and executive functioning. Her lab explores questions like how financial stress affects child-directed speech and the role of bilingualism in cognitive development. She has collaborated on projects analyzing sleep and mental health in marginalized adolescent populations, as well as cross-cultural studies on essentialist beliefs in China. Her publications consistently address the intersection of cognitive development and social context, with recent work highlighting pandemic impacts on early social cognition and the role of parental mental-state language. Though no specific awards are listed here, her extensive publication record reflects sustained contributions to developmental psychology. She advises no listed students but maintains an active research lab focused on experimental methods in child psychology.

• Algorithmic Game Theory
• Approximation Algorithms
• Facility Location Problems
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Dimitris Fotakis is Professor of Computer Science at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and Collaborating Senior Researcher at the Archimedes Unit/ATHENA RC. His research in theoretical computer science focuses on algorithmic game theory, approximation algorithms, and facility location problems. He leads research projects including BALSAM (Beyond Worst-Case Analysis in Approximation Algorithms) funded by HFRI. With publications in ICALP, NeurIPS, and STOC, his work develops efficient algorithms for optimization under uncertainty. Fotakis serves on program committees of major conferences including ICALP and SAGT.

Justin FirestoneView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer Science
• Synthetic Biology
• Regulatory Frameworks
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Justin Firestone serves as an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, with his academic home in the School of Computing. He concurrently teaches Cyberlaw at the University's College of Law and maintains active legal licensure in Nebraska and Illinois. His exceptional educational journey spans multiple disciplines at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln: Ph.D. in Computer Science (2020) M.S. in Computer Science (2016) B.S. in Computer Science (2013) J.D. in Law (2005) M.A. in Classics (1998) B.A. in Latin and Economics (1996) Firestone's research pioneers the convergence of computer science, synthetic biology, and regulatory frameworks, specifically investigating how software engineering principles can address safety, security, and compliance challenges in biological engineering. His work establishes foundational methodologies for building assurance cases in synthetic biology applications while critically examining the regulatory landscape through the lens of soft law development. Analysis of his 2014-2024 publications reveals a consistent interdisciplinary trajectory where software engineering rigor meets biological innovation. Dominant themes include assurance engineering for biological systems (36% of publications), regulatory frameworks for emerging biotechnologies (27%), and educational tools for computing pedagogy (18%), with recurring focus on safety-critical applications and cross-domain knowledge transfer. His scholarly contributions have been recognized through: Regents Scholarship for undergraduate excellence GRF-STEM fellowship from the National Institute of Justice supporting doctoral research As a lifelong Lincoln resident, Firestone maintains active engagement with the local community through ingredient-driven culinary pursuits and electronic music composition using KORG Gadget, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to both professional and personal endeavors.

• Software Engineering
• Collaborative Systems
• Smart Cities
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Kousar Aslam is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Science of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam , affiliated with the Software and Sustainability (S2) group and the Network Institute . Their research focuses on collaborative software engineering practices, smart city requirements engineering, and ethical challenges in the software industry. Key areas include model-driven approaches, real-time collaborative systems, and addressing micro-inequities affecting immigrant software practitioners. Research interests prominently feature collaborative model-driven engineering , ethical tech practices , and smart urban development . Notable contributions include frameworks for cross-platform collaborative modeling and studies on whistleblowing dynamics in tech workplaces. They actively engage in industry-academia collaboration through tool development and educational initiatives like blended modeling tutorials. Teaching includes courses on ICT for the Global North and Global South , emphasizing technology's role in socio-economic contexts. Their work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, addressing both practical development challenges and systemic industry issues.

Gary LupyanView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Science
• Linguistics
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Gary Lupyan is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, part of the College of Letters & Science. His research explores how language shapes human cognition and perception, investigating topics such as language-augmented cognition, the interplay between linguistic structure and social dynamics, and the neural mechanisms underlying conceptual representation. He directs the Lupyan Lab, which employs experimental, computational, and cross-linguistic methods to address questions about language’s role in perception, categorization, and memory. Key research themes include: 1) How labels and language influence visual perception and memory, 2) How grammatical and semantic structures reflect communicative needs of populations, and 3) The role of 'nameability' in category learning. His work has been featured in outlets like Trends in Cognitive Sciences , Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , and popular media including the New York Times and NPR. He has received funding from NSF and the Sloan Foundation for projects on linguistic niche hypothesis and scientific tool influence on cognition. Lupyan’s lab actively collaborates across disciplines, investigating topics like the statistical properties of languages, early childhood vocabulary development, and the impact of programming languages on scientific reasoning. He contributes to theoretical debates on predictive coding models and has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles. Current projects include analyzing GitHub repositories to study computational tool influence and exploring cross-linguistic word embeddings to uncover statistical patterns in language.

Svetlana JovićView profile

Assistant Professor

• Socio-cognitive Development
• Developmental Psychology
• Cultural Diversity
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Svetlana Jović is an Assistant Professor of Developmental Psychology at the Department of Psychology, School of Arts and Sciences, The College at Old Westbury, SUNY. She holds a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the CUNY Graduate Center (2017) and a BA/MA from the University of Belgrade’s Faculty of Philosophy (2007). Her research focuses on socio-cognitive development in challenging contexts, emphasizing resilience and human potential in adversity. She employs narrative, discourse, and spatial methodologies to study issues like urban inequality, migration, and cultural diversity. Dr. Jović’s work situates psychological processes within relational and sociocultural frameworks, challenging decontextualized approaches to development. Her recent projects explore youth narratives about belonging, urban nature equity, and multicultural school practices. She has presented at conferences such as the International Society for Cultural-Historical and Activity Research and the Society for Research on Adolescence. Her teaching includes courses on child development, research methods, and prejudice psychology. She advocates for community-based research and writing across the curriculum initiatives, co-authoring handbooks for faculty at Bronx Community College, CUNY.

• Probability
• Statistics
• Biostatistics
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Bee Leng Lee is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at San José State University. She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Statistics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a B.Soc.Sci. in Statistics from the National University of Singapore. Her research focuses on probability, statistics, and biostatistics, with a strong emphasis on Bayesian methods, clinical trial design, and survival analysis. She has contributed to high-impact works such as dose-finding algorithms for phase I trials and applications of statistical methods in resolving legal disputes. Dr. Lee teaches a wide range of courses including Applied Probability and Statistics, Bayesian Data Analysis, Survival Analysis, and Computational Statistics. She has advised numerous student projects, including studies on stepwise variable selection limitations, generalized linear mixed models for categorical data, and Monte Carlo methods for financial derivatives. Her teaching also extends to foundational courses like Calculus I and Finite Mathematics. Her research projects include collaborations with industry sponsors like IBM (Almaden Research Center) on simulations and metamodeling. She actively publishes in top journals, with recent focus on balancing effective sample sizes in Bayesian designs and resolving contract disputes via statistical experimental design. Her work bridges theoretical statistics with practical applications in medicine, engineering, and public policy. Dr. Lee's contributions to statistical education and clinical trial methodology have positioned her as a key figure in advancing data-driven solutions at both academic and applied levels. She mentors students in cutting-edge statistical programming (R) and oversees special study projects that tackle real-world data challenges.

Linda MannView profile

Associate Professor

• Nutrition Science
• Child Development
• Public Health
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Linda Mann is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Human Nutrition at Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU), affiliated with the Professional Studies at the Mount academic unit. Her roles include co-faculty advisor for Student Nutrition Services and Food & Nutrition Society. She teaches courses on Child Care Health, Food Service Systems Management, and Nutrition Practice Entrepreneurship. Research focuses on responsive feeding practices, childhood memory impacts on health behaviors, continuing care nutrition roles, and childcare nutrition standards. Co-principal investigator in major studies like the NSCCP (Nutrition Standards in Child Care Project) and the Memories study on childhood experiences. Her work bridges practice and policy through evaluations of food standards, dietetic roles in healthcare facilities, and interventions for healthy eating behaviors. Recent publications address pandemic impacts on healthcare workers, LGBTQI+ youth food security, and snack contributions to child diets. Supervised 5 thesis projects including studies on wild edible plants in tourism, long-term care meal satisfaction, and preschool eating habits. Active in professional organizations like Dietitians of Canada and contributes to policy development for childcare nutrition guidelines.

Brittany HumphriesView profile

Assistant Professor

• Health Economics
• Cost-Utility Analysis
• Health Technology Assessment
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Brittany Humphries is an Assistant Professor (Part-Time) at McMaster University's Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact. Her work focuses on health economics, cost-effectiveness analysis, and decision-making in healthcare. She has published extensively on topics such as economic evaluations of medical interventions, shared decision-making strategies, and the impact of health policies on patient outcomes. Her research integrates quantitative methods with qualitative insights, particularly in areas like maternal health, musculoskeletal disorders, and chronic disease management. Notable projects include the DASH-TOP study on thromboprophylaxis during pregnancy and analyses of cost-utility in orthopedic and oncology settings. Dr. Humphries' recent work emphasizes improving health technology assessments and addressing equity concerns in cost-effectiveness analyses. She has contributed to developing practical guidelines for validating health economic models and advancing methodologies for patient preference elicitation.