Dr. Wahed Waheduzzaman is a Lecturer in Human Resource Management and Organizational Studies at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship. His research focuses on HRM, Public Service Management, Local Government, and Corporate Governance, with recent emphasis on gender diversity, AI integration in HR, and workplace bullying in public sectors. He has supervised numerous PhD and Master's theses on topics ranging from green HR practices to migrant worker inclusion. Research interests include the intersection of HRM with environmental performance, governance reforms, and digital transformation. He actively contributes to peer-reviewed journals and conferences, and serves as Editor for Administrative Sciences . Professional activities include committee roles with Ratepayers Australia Inc. and editorial leadership. Teaching expertise covers Human Capital Analytics, HR Analytics, and Workplace Relations. Key publications highlight innovative methodologies like thematic analysis for strategic HRM research and quantitative content analysis for digital education integration. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world governance challenges, particularly in public and municipal sectors.
Professor Isabella Dobrescu is Head of the School of Economics at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Business School and co-chair of the STEP UP initiative in Education. She serves as an editor for the Journal of Pension Economics & Finance and maintains an active research program spanning labor economics, public finance, health economics, and applied econometrics. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Economics with Honors from the University of Padua (2009), an M.Sc. in Economic Mathematical Modeling Summa cum Laude from West University of Timisoara (2005), and dual bachelor's degrees in Economics from Nottingham Trent University and Finance Summa cum Laude from West University of Timisoara (2003). Dobrescu's research has evolved from structural work on consumption and saving dynamics to pioneering applications combining theory, empirical analysis, and randomized controlled trials to improve educational outcomes through technology. Her recent work focuses on financial literacy interventions for high school students through the STEP UP program, while maintaining her longstanding research on aging populations, retirement decision-making, and risk behavior. Her publication portfolio demonstrates consistent output across labor economics, health economics, and applied econometrics, with recent emphasis on educational technology interventions and financial decision-making in retirement contexts. The research shows methodological diversity spanning structural modeling, nonparametric partial identification techniques, and experimental approaches. UNSW Business School Research Impact Award (2021) UNSW President's Award for Building Collaborations (2019) UNSW Scientia Education Fellowship (2017) Australian Government Office of Learning & Teaching Citation (2016) ARC Early Career Research Fellowship (2012) Dobrescu has secured over AU$2.5 million in competitive research funding since 2010, including major ARC Linkage grants and substantial UNSW strategic investments. She leads the STEP UP initiative which has received over AU$650,000 in funding for financial literacy outreach programs. Her collaborative approach is evident in numerous multi-investigator projects with colleagues including Bateman, Thorp, Motta, and Newell across economics, finance, and education domains. As Head of the School of Economics and co-chair of STEP UP, Dobrescu leads research teams focused on educational interventions using technology, retirement decision-making, and the economics of aging. Her Playconomics platform represents a significant innovation in experiential economics education, receiving media coverage from major outlets including The Sydney Morning Herald and The Australian.
Michael Rosander , Professor at Linköping University , specializes in Work and Organizational Psychology at the Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning (IBL) and Division of Psychology (PSY) . His research explores organizational and social work environments, focusing on workplace bullying, discrimination, and their psychological impacts. Recent work examines psychosocial safety, bystander effects, and gender dynamics in Swedish workplaces. Project leader for Swedish Research Council (Forte) initiatives (2019–2024, 2024–2026) Collaborates with Stefan Blomberg, Ståle Einarsen, and Dieter Salin Research extends to crowds, leadership interplay, and PBL group dynamics Publications span longitudinal studies, psychometric tools, and cross-disciplinary analyses of workplace health. Current projects emphasize nationwide data collection and organizational interventions.
Julien Cloarec is a Full Professor of Quantitative Marketing at iaelyon School of Management, Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3, where he also serves as Vice-President for Digital Strategy and Artificial Intelligence. He is an internationally recognized expert in artificial intelligence, with a focus on responsible AI development that balances innovation with privacy protection. His research interests center on Artificial Intelligence , Privacy in AI , Consumer Behavior , and Digital Marketing . He investigates how users perceive and adopt AI technologies, particularly in domains like autonomous vehicles, brain–machine interfaces, and eHealth, emphasizing the psychological and ethical dimensions of trust and privacy. His recent publications (2022–2025) reflect a strong thematic focus on the personalization-privacy paradox , algorithmic aversion , and transparency in AI systems . These works appear in leading journals across marketing, technology, and transportation research, demonstrating interdisciplinary impact. Scientific Awards: Prix AFM - Association Française du Marketing pour la meilleure communication (2022) Julien Cloarec actively collaborates with regulatory bodies, professional associations, and academic institutions to influence public policy and promote responsible AI. He leads research at the Magellan Laboratory @iaelyon and manages educational initiatives such as the Certificate in Artificial Intelligence for Marketing . He advises on doctoral research and has contributed to publications on the doctoral experience in management. Laboratory Affiliation: Magellan Laboratory @iaelyon - Research in Organizational Management
Maumita Bhattacharya is a Senior Lecturer (equivalent to Associate Professor in North America) at the School of Computing, Mathematics & Engineering, Charles Sturt University, Australia. She specializes in Computational Intelligence and Cyber Security, focusing on AI-driven security solutions, electronic fraud detection, and human-centric cybersecurity challenges. Her work addresses critical areas like BYOD security, IoT vulnerabilities, and social engineering through social media. Research Interests: Computational Intelligence techniques for optimization (Big Data, Engineering Design), Cyber Security applications (fraud detection, IoT security), and human dimensions of cybersecurity. She also investigates socio-computing systems and privacy challenges in social networks. Key Achievements: Recipient of the 2024 Excellence Award (Research) and 2017 SOCM Research Excellence Award Published over 65 peer-reviewed papers in top-tier journals/conferences Editorial roles at Human-centric Computing and Information Sciences (Springer Q1 journal) Guest editor of special issues and conference committee member Labs/Groups: Member of Cyber Security Research Group (CSRG), Machine Vision and Digital Health (MaViDH), and Data Mining Research Group (DaMRG). Active in interdisciplinary research collaborations across Australia and globally.
Merve Hickok is a Lecturer at the University of Michigan's School of Information, where she teaches data ethics. She also serves as the Responsible Data and AI Advisor at the Michigan Institute for Data Science (MIDAS) and is an affiliated faculty member at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy. Additionally, she is the President and Research Director at the Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP), advising governments and international organizations on AI policy and regulation. Her research focuses on AI policy, ethics, and governance, with particular emphasis on fundamental rights, democratic values, and social justice. She examines the impact of AI systems on individuals, society, and organizations, exploring issues like algorithmic bias, privacy concerns, and the societal implications of emerging AI technologies. Her work bridges technical understanding with social and ethical considerations to promote responsible AI development and deployment, with special attention to employment applications, government procurement, and international policy frameworks. 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics™ – 2021 Runner-up for Responsible AI Leader of the Year – 2022 (Women in AI) Lifetime Achievement Award - Women in AI of the Year - 2023 Top AI Leaders in Retail (Ethics & Compliance) - 2024 Hickok provides consultancy to C-suite leaders and training services to public and private organizations on Responsible AI development, due diligence, and governance. She has provided testimony to the US Congress, State of California Civil Rights Office, New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, Detroit City Council, and numerous global organizations. She founded AIethicist.org to help professionals navigate the complex landscape of AI ethics and serves on the founding editorial board of Springer Nature's AI & Ethics journal.
Carla Curado is an Associate Professor with Habilitation in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management at ISEG – Lisbon School of Economics and Management, University of Lisbon. She serves as a founding researcher at the ADVANCE research center and holds leadership roles including Master's Program Coordinator for Human Resource Management and Business Sciences. She represents the University of Lisbon at the International Organization for Standardization and is an Associate Editor for the Journal of Organizational Effectiveness: People and Performance . Her research explores: Knowledge Management in healthcare, SMEs, and NGOs Digital leadership and workplace happiness HRM's role in innovation and sustainability Mixed-method approaches to organizational analysis Recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize digital transformation, healthcare efficiency, and methodological innovations in operations management. Key trends include configurational analysis of leadership and knowledge behaviors in hybrid work environments. Awards: Stanford's Top 2% World Scientist (2021, 2022, 2023) She supervises 65+ Master's students with theses on: Knowledge sharing mechanisms Leadership/organizational commitment Healthcare workplace dynamics Sustainability in HR practices At ADVANCE Research Center, she contributes to teams studying management innovation and organizational resilience, with active participation in EU research consortia.
Elisabetta Iossa is a Full Professor of Economics at the University of Rome Tor Vergata , currently on leave. She serves as a Commissioner at the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) since February 1, 2022. She is also a Research Fellow at CEPR London and has collaborated with international institutions including the European Commission, OECD, World Bank, and European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Full Professor, Department of Economics and Finance, University of Rome Tor Vergata Commissioner, Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) Research Fellow, CEPR London Her research focuses on Industrial Organization and Public Economics , with emphasis on antitrust policy, public procurement, regulation, and competition law. Recent work addresses collusion coordination, leniency programs, and the intersection of competition with data privacy and sustainable development goals. She has published in top journals like American Economic Journal: Microeconomics , Review of Economic Studies , and Journal of Law, Economics & Organization . Key trends in her recent publications include: Competition enforcement in digital markets and data privacy. Empirical analysis of public procurement efficiency and collusion. Competition policy implications for sustainable development. Regulatory frameworks for leniency and cartel detection. Prior academic affiliations include Brunel University (UK), Université de Liège (Belgium), and Université Libre de Bruxelles . She has held visiting scholar positions at Harvard University, Bocconi University, and Toulouse School of Economics.
Mark Brown is a Professor at the Department of Communication and Culture at BI Norwegian Business School. He holds a PhD from the University of Oslo (2008) and has extensive experience in academia since 1998, transitioning from business roles in sales and IT. His research focuses on the intersection of language, business, and environmental discourse, emphasizing sustainability communication, corporate social responsibility, and ethical stakeholder dialogue. He has published widely on topics such as corporate environmental rhetoric, Wendell Berry’s ecological philosophy, and the application of John Rawls’ political theory to business ethics. Education Background: PhD in Humanities (2008), University of Oslo MPhil in English (1997), University of Oslo Bachelor of Arts (1995), University of Oslo MSc in Chemical Engineering (1982), Imperial College London Research Interests: Combines linguistic analysis with environmental and business ethics, exploring how corporations construct discourses around sustainability and nature. Key themes include corporate greenwashing, stakeholder communication dynamics, and the rhetorical framing of ecological issues. Teaching: Specializes in intercultural communication at the undergraduate level, including courses on business cultures, ethical dilemmas, negotiation strategies, and presentation skills. His pedagogical work integrates digital learning tools and higher-level cognitive development in students. Grants/Advising: No explicit grants listed, but his research has been supported through institutional affiliations and academic collaborations. He has advised on educational initiatives like the Learning Lab Pilot Programme (2014–2015). Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary research groups focusing on communication studies, sustainability, and ethics. Collaborates frequently with colleagues in humanities and business schools.
Dr. Oliver Guidetti serves as a Level A Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Wollongong, specializing in human factors, cyber vigilance, and applied cognitive science. His interdisciplinary research bridges psychology, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence to address critical challenges in human-machine collaboration and security operations environments. His educational foundation includes: Bachelor of Mathematics from Edith Cowan University (2011-2014) Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Edith Cowan University (2011-2014) Bachelor of Science (Psychology Honours) from Edith Cowan University (2015) Doctor of Philosophy from Edith Cowan University (2019-2022) Guidetti's research centers on the cognitive and physiological dimensions of human performance in security contexts. He investigates how eye-tracking, biometric monitoring, and neuroergonomic approaches can optimize vigilance in cybersecurity operations, while exploring socio-technical impacts of AI on human decision-making. His work extends to digital relationship literacy and AI bias mitigation, demonstrating applications across defense, healthcare, and industrial settings through collaborations with the Department of Home Affairs and Western Australian Cyber Defence Taskforce. His 2023-2024 publications reveal a cohesive research trajectory focused on cyber vigilance task design, human-AI teaming frameworks, and neuroergonomic validation methods. The corpus shows increasing integration of biometric data with cognitive theory to develop real-time performance assessment tools, alongside growing attention to ethical AI governance and cross-sector resilience in critical infrastructure protection. As an educator, Guidetti supervises Honours and PhD students in human factors and AI-driven research while teaching psychology research methods and cybersecurity applications. He co-developed an Australian Psychological Society-certified professional development course for psychologists entering cybersecurity fields, demonstrating his commitment to translating research into industry practice. His professional leadership includes advising on cyber vigilance frameworks, developing AI bias mitigation strategies, and serving on APS committees focused on digital psychology applications. Current projects involve designing AI-driven dating simulators for relationship literacy interventions and creating certified training programs for security operations personnel.
Kirstie Ball is a Professor of Management at the School of Management, University of St Andrews. She is co-director and founder of CRISP (Centre for Research into Information, Surveillance and Privacy), a joint research centre between St Andrews, Edinburgh, Stirling, and Essex Universities. She also holds external roles as a Research Fellow at the Surveillance Studies Centre, Queen’s University (Canada), and as a Visiting Professor at the Centre for Business in Society, Coventry University (UK). Education: PhD in Computer-Based Monitoring in UK Service Organizations (Aston University, 1996) MSc in Engineering (University of Birmingham, 1993) LLB (Hons) (University of Birmingham, 1989) Her research focuses on surveillance in organizations and society , emphasizing subjectivity under surveillance and organizational forms of pervasive employee monitoring, surveillance-industrial complexes, and big data consumer surveillance. Key projects include Big Data Surveillance (2016–2020) and Monetize Me? Privacy and the Quantified Self in the Digital Economy (2014–2017). Articles highlight her work on data protection frameworks, surveillance in the gig economy, and workplace privacy. Scientific awards include her ESRC Management Research Fellowship (1997–1999). She has advised the UK Information Commissioner, NGOs, and media on surveillance issues and co-founded the journal Surveillance and Society and the Surveillance Studies Network, a charitable educational organization.
Ludovic Phalippou is a Professor of Financial Economics at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. He is a leading expert in private equity and financial markets, frequently consulted by governmental bodies such as the UK House of Lords’ Financial Regulation Select Committee. His research focuses on private credit, financial leverage, and investor protection. University: University of Oxford School: Saïd Business School Department: Financial Economics His research explores the systemic risks of private debt markets, performance measurement in private equity, and the impact of financial leverage on corporate stability. He critiques traditional metrics like IRR and emphasizes transparency in fund management. Recent publications analyze trends in private equity, venture capital, and debt markets, highlighting concerns about valuation methods, regulatory gaps, and the growing influence of non-traditional lenders like pension funds. His work underscores the need for international cooperation in financial regulation.
Dr. Aida Haghighi is an Assistant Professor at the School of Occupational and Public Health, Toronto Metropolitan University. She holds a PhD from Polytechnique Montréal, with prior industrial experience at the National Gas Company. Her research focuses on occupational health and safety (OHS) management systems, Industry 4.0 integration, and risk mitigation strategies. She teaches courses like OHS 718: Systems Management and OHS 811: OHSE Management Systems. Education: BSc, MSc, PhD in Industrial Engineering from Iran and Canada. Professional Engineer (PEng) designation. Research highlights include developing assessment tools to prevent machine safeguard bypassing and analyzing Industry 4.0's impact on worker safety. Research Interests: Industrial safety systems, OHS risk management, integrated management systems, and continual improvement. Current projects explore emerging technologies in OHS frameworks and gender disparities in workplace health. Awards include the Best Doctoral Thesis (2020, Polytechnique Montréal) and NSERC-funded research abroad. She advises MSc students in Occupational and Public Health starting 2025-2026. Teaching and Grants: Active in curriculum development for OHS education. Collaborates on projects funded by industry partnerships and governmental grants focusing on safety innovation.
Christos Nicolaides is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Business and Public Administration within the School of Economics and Management at the University of Cyprus (UCY), holding a secondary appointment as a Digital Fellow at MIT's Initiative on the Digital Economy. Previously, he spent three years as a James McDonnell Foundation-funded Postdoctoral Fellow at MIT Sloan School of Management. His educational background includes a PhD in Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2014), SM from MIT (2011), MSc in Applied Mathematics from Imperial College London (2009), and BSc in Physics from University of Thessaloniki (2008). Nicolaides' research applies mathematical, statistical, and computational tools to large-scale empirical questions in social influence mediated by digital technologies. His work spans Data Science , Machine Learning , Social Networks , and Computational Social Science , with significant contributions to understanding human mobility patterns, disease transmission dynamics, and social contagion effects. His research has established novel methodologies for analyzing complex network structures in mobility data and social interactions. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on applying network science to real-world problems, particularly in pandemic response (12 publications), human mobility analytics (9 publications), and social contagion dynamics (7 publications). His work demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary integration, combining computer science, epidemiology, and organizational behavior since 2020. Marie S. Curie Fellow Two Highly Cited Papers by Web of Science (2017, 2020) Best Paper Award by Risk Analysis Society (2019) Professor of The Week by Poets & Quants (2020) As principal institutional investigator, Nicolaides has secured over €1 million in research funding from the European Commission, industry partners, Cyprus Innovation and Research Foundation, and Cyprus Ministry of Health. His current teaching includes Social Networks and Entrepreneurship, Introduction to Operations Management, and Quantitative Methods in Management. Media coverage of his work spans major outlets including The New York Times, CNN, Nature, and Science, with significant impact on public health policy discussions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ioannis Iglezakis is an Associate Professor at the School of Law, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), specializing in the intersection of law and technology. His academic career spans over three decades with continuous contributions to informatics law, cyber law, data protection, and privacy law. At AUTH, he teaches courses including Law of Informatics, Computers and Law I (Cyberlaw I), Computers and Law II (Privacy and Security in the Information Society), Legal Aspects of Cybercrime, Internet-Law, and Law and Information Technology. Dr. Iglezakis earned his undergraduate degree in Law from AUTH in 1987, followed by a Magister Legum Europae from Hannover University in 1993. He completed his postgraduate studies in History, Philosophy and Sociology of Law at AUTH in 1990 and earned his PhD in Law from AUTH in 1999. His educational background combines Greek legal training with European legal perspectives. His research interests focus on the legal challenges posed by digital technologies, with particular emphasis on data protection, privacy law, cybercrime regulation, digital rights, and the application of GDPR in various contexts. He has published extensively on topics including the right to be forgotten, digital identity management, workplace surveillance in the digital age, hate speech online, and the legal implications of emerging technologies like blockchain and artificial intelligence. His work bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical applications in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The trends in his publications reveal a consistent focus on the evolving relationship between law and technology, with increasing attention to GDPR implementation, health data protection, and the challenges of algorithmic decision-making. His work spans multiple disciplines including legal theory, privacy studies, cyber security, and digital governance, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern informatics law. Dr. Iglezakis has supervised over 50 master's theses at AUTH, mentoring the next generation of legal scholars in areas including cloud computing contracts, personal data protection, social media law, intellectual property in digital environments, and cybercrime. His administrative roles have included membership on the European Educational Programs Committee (2011-2012) and the Legal Committee of AUTH (2013-2014). His research projects include the 2018-2019 study on 'Legal Issues of Mobile Applications Development, Distribution and Use,' the 2014 '6th International Conference on Informatics Law,' and the 2013-2015 Center of Excellence for Cybercrime for Education, Research and Training in Greece. These projects highlight his commitment to addressing practical legal challenges in the digital domain while contributing to academic discourse.
