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Philip HowardView profile

Professor

• Food systems
• Political ecology
• Data visualization
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Philip Howard is a Professor in the Department of Community Sustainability at Michigan State University (MSU), affiliated with the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. His research focuses on the food system’s structural dynamics, including corporate consolidation, power asymmetries, and sustainability. He teaches courses on food systems, political ecology, and agriculture. Key projects include analyzing diversity in food systems (e.g., plant seeds, alcoholic beverages) and bridging information gaps via ecolabels. Howard is a leading voice on food system concentration, as evidenced by his book *Concentration and Power in the Food System* and frequent presentations on topics like seed industry consolidation and craft beer economics. His work emphasizes visualizing data (e.g., ownership maps, market trends) to highlight systemic challenges in agriculture and food distribution. He is also affiliated with the Center for Regional Food Systems and other MSU initiatives, contributing to policy discussions on equitable food systems. Howard’s research spans global and local scales, addressing issues such as meat supply chain governance, corporate ownership opacity, and the ethics of lab-grown proteins. He critiques industrial agriculture’s environmental and social impacts, advocating for alternatives like diversified farming systems and community-based solutions. Recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a focus on multinational agribusiness power, fair trade complexities, and the political economy of food access. While no specific student advisees are listed, his role as an educator and researcher likely involves mentoring graduate students in sustainability, food policy, and agroecology. His work is supported by grants and collaborations with organizations addressing food system equity. Howard’s contributions extend to public engagement through accessible data visualizations and advocacy for transparent, resilient food networks.

Fenaba R. AddoView profile

Associate Professor

• Wealth Inequality
• Racial Disparities
• Economic Policy
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Fenaba R. Addo is an Associate Professor of Public Policy and Associate Chair at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Previously, she held the Lorna Jorgensen Wendt Associate Professorship of Money, Relationships, and Equality (MORE) in the Department of Consumer Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her research focuses on debt and wealth inequality, racial disparities in student debt, and the intersection of family policies with economic well-being. Addo earned her Ph.D. in Policy Analysis and Management from Cornell University and a B.S. in Economics from Duke University. Her work bridges social demography, economic inequality, and public policy, examining how historical racial exclusion perpetuates wealth gaps. Key themes include the Millennial racial wealth gap, barriers to economic mobility, and the role of consumer policies in reinforcing systemic inequities. She has been recognized as a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health & Society Scholar. Addo’s recent publications analyze racial wealth disparities, student debt trajectories, and the economic impacts of family structures. Her research underscores the need for equitable policies to address systemic racial and gender inequalities in wealth accumulation.

Yoram UnguruView profile

Associate Professor

• Pediatric Bioethics
• Clinical Ethics
• Research Ethics
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Yoram Unguru, MD, MS, MA is an Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University with joint appointments at the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics and the Herman and Walter Samuelson Children’s Hospital at Sinai. He specializes in pediatric hematology/oncology and bioethics, focusing on clinical ethics, resource allocation, and end-of-life decision-making. Dr. Unguru holds leadership roles in ethics committees, including Chair of the Children’s Oncology Group Bioethics Steering Committee and Chairman of Sinai Hospital’s Ethics Committee. Education: BA and MA in History of Medicine (UMBC), MD (Technion Israel Institute of Technology), MS in Biological Sciences (Touro College). Appointments: Greenwall Fellowship in Bioethics (Johns Hopkins), Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship (Children’s National Medical Center). His research addresses ethical challenges in pediatric oncology, including chemotherapy shortages, shared decision-making, and ethics education. He has advised national organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics and FDA. Dr. Unguru leads a transnational working group on cancer drug shortages and contributed to Maryland’s pandemic resource allocation guidelines. He directs clinical ethics curricula for pediatric trainees and serves on editorial boards of medical journals. Recent work includes publications on culturally competent communication, gene therapy ethics, and crisis resource allocation frameworks.

Gregg GonsalvesView profile

Assistant Professor

• Epidemiology
• Public Health Policy
• Infectious Diseases
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Gregg Gonsalves is an Assistant Professor of Epidemiology (Microbial Diseases) at Yale University. His work bridges epidemiological research with public health policy, focusing on infectious diseases, health inequity, and advocacy-driven solutions. He has contributed extensively to understanding the epidemiology of HIV, opioid use disorder, and emerging pathogens like mpox. His research interests include causal inference methodologies, policy analysis, and the intersection of political determinants with health outcomes. Notably, he has addressed global health crises such as the mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the long-term impacts of opioid marketing on public health. Publications highlight his expertise in vaccine strategies, epidemic modeling, and the socioeconomic dimensions of healthcare access. His work frequently critiques systemic barriers to equitable health outcomes, emphasizing the need for evidence-based policy and marginalized community engagement. Gonsalves has been a vocal advocate for global vaccine equity and has advised on pandemic response strategies. His interdisciplinary approach combines quantitative epidemiology with advocacy to address structural issues in healthcare systems worldwide.

• Environmental Economics
• Energy Policy
• Resource Economics
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Lucija Muehlenbachs is a Full Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Calgary, concurrently serving as a University Fellow at Resources for the Future in Washington, DC. Her research focuses on environmental and energy economics, particularly the socioeconomic impacts of shale gas development, oil and gas regulations, and environmental justice. She holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural & Resource Economics from the University of Maryland (2009), an M.S. from the same institution (2008), and a B.S. in Physical Sciences & Japanese from the University of Alberta (2002). Her work examines topics such as methane leak regulation, hazardous waste management, and the economic implications of energy policies. Notable contributions include analyzing shale gas development’s effects on property values, traffic accidents, and environmental liabilities. She has received awards including the CWEC Young Researcher Award (2019) and the GREAT Supervisor Award (2018). Muehlenbachs collaborates with institutions like ETH Zurich and has published extensively on topics ranging from hydraulic fracturing’s water impacts to AI-assisted research reproducibility. Her research integrates econometric methods with policy analysis to address challenges in energy, environment, and natural resource governance.

Siddharth SareenView profile

Professor

• Sustainability Transitions
• Political Ecology
• Human Geography
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Siddharth Sareen is a Professor at the Department of Geography, University of Bergen (UiB), Norway, and a core member of the Centre for Climate and Energy Transformation (C-CET). His work focuses on sustainability transitions, political ecology, and equitable energy governance. He holds a double PhD and has held postdoctoral positions at Erfurt University, Germany, and the Institute of Economic Growth, India. Education: Completes a double PhD program (details unspecified), followed by postdoctoral research in resource politics and energy systems. His career includes affiliations with UiB since 2017 and collaborations with institutions like the Fridtjof Nansen Institute and the University of Stavanger. He actively participates in interdisciplinary projects addressing energy democracy, climate justice, and urban transitions. Research Interests: Explores energy policy, renewable energy dynamics, socio-technical transitions, environmental justice, and the political economy of natural resources. He emphasizes governance principles that balance efficiency with equity, particularly in solar and fossil fuel displacement contexts. Grants & Projects: Involved in the Accountable Solar Energy Transitions (ASSET) project funded by the Research Council of Norway. Collaborates across institutions on energy security, fossil fuel phase-out, and urban sustainability. His work intersects with policy analysis and participatory research methods. Labs/Teams: Associated with C-CET at UiB and the Department of Geography’s research groups. Engages with interdisciplinary networks such as the Max Weber Kolleg and the Nordic Journal of Urban Studies collaborative initiatives.

• Family Law
• Domestic Violence
• Legal Responses to Gender-Based Violence
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Louise Crowley is a Professor of Family Law at the School of Law, University College Cork (UCC). She holds a BCL (1st class honours), LLM, and PhD from UCC and Cardiff University, respectively. Her expertise spans family law, domestic violence, and legal responses to gender-based violence. She has authored seminal texts like Family Law (2023) and pioneered initiatives such as the UCC Family Law Clinic and campus-wide Bystander Intervention program. Her work addresses legal literacy, sexual harassment prevention, and systemic reforms in family law. Crowley has received multiple awards, including the UCC President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (2010, 2020) and HEA funding for anti-violence frameworks. She also chairs committees on sexual harassment and advises state agencies on domestic violence policies. Education: BCL (UCC, 1996), LLM (UCC, 1997), MA Teaching in Higher Education (2020), PhD (Cardiff University, 2010). Research Interests: Family law reform, domestic violence regulation, legal literacy, and bystander intervention strategies. Key projects include online family law resources ( familylawinformation.ie ) and national frameworks to combat sexual harassment. Awards and Grants: Over €400,000 in HEA/IRC funding for Bystander Intervention programs, UCC President’s Exceptional Citizen Award (2018), and Honorary Life Membership of UCC Students’ Union (2019). Research grants focus on family law clinics, legal aid reform, and secondary education sexual ethics programs. Teaching and Outreach: Director of LLM in Children’s Rights and Family Law. Developed the Bystander Intervention initiative, training 3,000+ Defence Forces personnel in 2023/24. Collaborates with NGOs like Tusla and MOVE Ireland to strengthen service provision for domestic violence victims.

Kate AlbrechtView profile

Assistant Professor

• Collaborative Governance
• Network Analysis
• Public Policy
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Kate Albrecht is an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago, specializing in Public Policy, Management and Analytics. Her research focuses on collaborative governance between governments and nonprofits to address complex social problems, along with methodological advancements in handling longitudinal and multi-level data structures. She is affiliated with the Government Finance Research Center and Networks and Governance Lab. Her work includes studies on network evolution, co-management in crises, and resource allocation in public services. Current projects involve analyzing Chicago's health networks and water affordability policies. Key grants include the Illinois Water Rate Setting Study (2022–present) and a pilot study on collaborative governance in water systems (2021). Her research methods emphasize mixed approaches, integrating qualitative and quantitative techniques to study network dynamics. Notable publications from 2023–2020 explore topics like network ecology, interdependence theories in public services, and qualitative rigor in academic reviews. She actively contributes to policy discussions on racial equity and community resource distribution. Albrecht’s research agenda bridges theoretical frameworks with practical governance challenges, particularly in fostering equitable collaborations across sectors. Ongoing projects include a study on Illinois’ racial equity landscape and a longitudinal analysis of network domains in constrained environments.

Fatih CengilView profile

Visiting Assistant Professor

• Operations Research
• Machine Learning
• Power Systems
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Fatih Cengil is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University’s College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Arkansas (2024), an M.S. from Ozyegin University (2018), and a B.S. from Middle East Technical University (2014). His research focuses on operations research, machine learning, and power systems, with notable work on optimizing power flow solutions and pediatric vaccine distribution in low-resource settings. Education: Ph.D., Industrial Engineering, University of Arkansas – 2024 M.S., Industrial Engineering, Ozyegin University – 2018 B.S., Industrial Engineering, Middle East Technical University – 2014 Research Interests: Dr. Cengil combines analytical methods from operations research with machine learning to solve complex problems in power systems and healthcare logistics. His work emphasizes scalable optimization techniques and their real-world applications, such as improving energy grid efficiency and equitable vaccine distribution in global health contexts. Publications: His recent work bridges theoretical optimization (e.g., AC optimal power flow) with practical challenges like vaccine supply chain management in low- and middle-income countries, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary problem-solving. Awards: Doctoral Academy Fellowship, University of Arkansas – 2020–2024 Advising & Grants: While specific grant details are not listed, his publications suggest involvement in collaborative research projects addressing energy and healthcare systems. No advisees are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials.

Kashi KafleView profile

Assistant Professor

• Agricultural Economics
• Development Economics
• Poverty and Inequality
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Dr. Kashi Kafle is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University's College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Applied Economics from the University of Illinois and specializes in applied microeconomics focusing on international agriculture and development. His research examines poverty, food security, gender inclusion, climate adaptation, and migration in developing economies. Research interests center on agricultural development challenges including: Poverty and inequality dynamics Climate change impacts on agriculture Gender-inclusive value chain development Migration and labor market interactions Impact evaluation methodologies Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on agricultural policy, water resource management, and socioeconomic development across Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Recent work emphasizes renewable energy adoption, gender equity in agriculture, and climate resilience strategies. Grant experience includes design and implementation of development projects through previous roles at International Water Management Institute, IFAD, and the World Bank. No awards or student advising details are available.

Liqing LiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Non-market Valuation
• Land Conservation
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Liqing Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences and Texas A&M AgriLife Research. Her work bridges environmental economics and policy, with a focus on non-market valuation, land conservation, and urban-rural environmental equity. Education: B.A. Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2013) Ph.D. Agricultural and Applied Economics, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2020) Research interests include examining the human-environment nexus using econometric methods for causal inference. She investigates valuation of environmental amenities, distributional impacts of conservation policies, and the role of urban green spaces in socio-economic contexts. Recent studies highlight marginalized communities' exposure to environmental risks and the economic implications of conservation programs on labor markets and land tenure. Her work engages with contemporary issues such as pandemic-driven changes in human-nature interactions, the economic trade-offs of urban greening initiatives, and the socio-economic dimensions of wildlife restoration projects. While specific grants and advising details are not listed here, her research aligns with Texas A&M AgriLife's mission to address agricultural, environmental, and community challenges through science-based solutions. She contributes to interdisciplinary teams exploring sustainable land use, climate adaptation, and equitable resource management.

Madalsa SinghView profile

Research Fellow

• Carbon-constrained energy systems
• Transportation emissions
• Residential energy
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Dr. Madalsa Singh is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of California, Santa Barbara's Environmental Studies Program. She holds a PhD from Stanford University and researches carbon-constrained energy systems with focus on transportation, residential, and electricity sectors. Her work investigates place-based strategies for reducing emissions, promoting clean energy adoption, and integrating distributed resources. Research interests include equitable decarbonization pathways, air pollution mitigation, grid modernization, and fossil fuel phaseout. Recent publications analyze electric vehicle impacts, zero-emission heavy-duty transportation, and privacy-preserving pollution mapping. Awards & Recognition: Currently on the academic job market for 2024-2025.

Kathy BaylisView profile

Professor

• Agricultural Policy
• Environmental Economics
• Trade Policy
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Kathy Baylis is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). She is also adjunct faculty at the University of Illinois’s Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics. Her research focuses on evaluating agricultural, conservation, and trade policies and their impacts on environmental outcomes and food security. Baylis has secured over $30 million in grants and mentored over 30 graduate/post-doctoral students, contributing to over 60 journal articles and book chapters. Education: PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics from UC Berkeley (2003), specializing in international agricultural policy and trade. Prior roles include staff economist at the White House Council of Economic Advisors (2001-2002) and Executive Secretary at the National Farmers Union in Canada (mid-1990s). Research interests span climate-food nexus, policy design for deforestation reduction, and the effectiveness of subsidy programs. Her work combines econometric analysis with machine learning to address challenges in food security, environmental conservation, and development economics. Key contributions include studies on NAFTA’s wage impacts, tropical forest conservation efficacy, and applications of neural networks in deforestation prediction. She co-authored a textbook on U.S. and Canadian agricultural policy. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the EDGE Lab at UCSB, focusing on interdisciplinary environmental and development research.

• Territorial Governance
• Spatial Justice
• Planetary Urbanisation
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Mosè Cometta is a postdoctoral researcher and scientific coordinator at the Institute of Urban and Landscape Studies (ISUP), part of the Academy of Architecture at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) in Mendrisio, Switzerland. His academic journey includes a PhD from the Université de Lausanne, a visiting research position at the University of Turin, and prior teaching roles at the University of Barcelona. PhD (SNF Doc.CH Grant), Université de Lausanne, 2016–2019 Licenza in Filosofia, Pontificia Università Gregoriana, 2012–2014 Llicenciatura in Philosophy, Universitat de Barcelona, 2008–2012 Máster universitario Online de Mediterráneo Antiguo, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, 2023–present Cometta's research centers on territorial governance, spatial justice, and the dynamics of planetary urbanisation, with a particular focus on marginal urbanities and the socio-political conflicts surrounding protected areas in alpine regions. Drawing from critical theory, political philosophy, and discourse analysis, he investigates how institutional narratives shape the urbanisation of wilderness and the invisibilisation of Alpine communities. His work bridges urban studies, environmental ethics, and digital social theory, exploring themes such as digital capitalism, public debate pathologies, and the right to the city in rural contexts. His recent publications reveal a strong trajectory in analyzing the intersection of urban development, identity politics, and environmental governance in Ticino and beyond. He frequently publishes on discourse analysis of national park opposition, overtourism, and the transformation of rural identities, contributing to journals in geography, urban studies, and digital research. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Ex-æquo second prize for PhD thesis, Fondazione Verzasca SNF Early Post-Doc Grant Award from Fondazione Verzasca for best diploma work Grant from Académie suisse des sciences humaines et sociales Cometta actively supports doctoral education and research projects at ISUP, assisting in funding applications and coordinating training events. He has secured multiple grants from the Swiss National Science Foundation and other institutions for projects on marginal urbanities, digital technologies, and territorial identity. He is also involved in professional networks such as the International Sociological Association and the European Association for the Study of Science and Technology. He is affiliated with research groups including Cibersomosaguas, Grupo de pesquisa Cultura, História e Estado, and Gea, and contributes to public discourse through lectures, podcasts, and interactive resources. His current work continues to explore the hidden dynamics of power in conservation and urban development, advocating for more inclusive and equitable spatial policies.

Andy FeltView profile

Professor

• Stochastic Programming
• Integer Programming
• Athletic Scheduling
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Professor Andy Felt is a faculty member in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP), part of the College of Letters and Science. He joined UWSP in 2000 and has been actively involved in teaching, curriculum development, and research. He served as director of the Center for Athletic Scheduling and was awarded a Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission grant for teaching in Poland during the 2023 academic year. Education: Ph.D. in Pure and Applied Mathematics, Washington State University B.S. in Chemical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison Andy Felt's research focuses on stochastic programming, integer programming, athletic scheduling, and voting methods . His work applies mathematical optimization to real-world problems in education, logistics, and sports. He developed the course Mathematics for the Information Sciences and implemented the writing emphasis in Operations Research II, emphasizing practical applications in student learning. His recent publications bridge mathematics with education and policy, showing a strong commitment to applied and accessible math. Themes across his work include optimization under uncertainty, equitable resource distribution, and interdisciplinary applications of operations research. Scientific Awards: Eugene Katz Letters and Science Distinguished Faculty Award (2025) UW-Stevens Point Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship and Service (2015) Professor Felt is actively engaged in academic service and outreach. He has advised curriculum development, directed research centers, and secured external funding such as the Fulbright grant. He has also contributed to K–12 outreach through the Central Wisconsin Math League, hosting high school competitions on campus. His professional memberships include the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences, the Mathematical Programming Society, and the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics. He previously worked as a petroleum engineer and computer programmer before entering academia, bringing industry experience into his teaching. His courses include Calculus III, Data Structures and Algorithms, Intermediate Algebra, Mathematics for Information Sciences, Operations Research I, and Optimization Modeling.