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Maryam LotfiView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• Modern Slavery
• Child Labour
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Dr. Maryam Lotfi is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) of Sustainable Supply Chain Management at Cardiff Business School , Cardiff University. She serves as Deputy Head of Section Research, Impact, and Innovation and co-founded the Modern Slavery and Social Sustainability Research Group . Her work bridges academia and policy, with roles on the British Standards Institute's Modern Slavery Committee and the Slavery and Trafficking Risk Template Development Committee . Research Focus : Social sustainability in supply chains, modern slavery, workers’ rights, gender equality, and DEI. Teaching : Module leader for Supply Chain Social Sustainability and Sustainability for Business at MSc level; Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Recent Publications emphasize modern slavery risk management, asset-light business models, and intersections with climate change, with articles in Production Planning and Control , Tourism Management , and Journal of Cleaner Production . Scientific Awards : Finalist for UK National Go Awards’ Individual of the Year (2023/24), Unseen Modern Slavery Impact Award (2023), and Cardiff University Excellence Award (2024). Holds Public Value Engagement Fellowship (2023-24) and Welsh Crucible Fellowship (2024). Supervision and Grants : Supervises PhD/MSc students on modern slavery, DEI, and technology in supply chains. Secured £200,000+ in funding from ESRC, Global Wales, and Cardiff University for projects with NGOs, governments, and global universities.

Suzana GrubnicView profile

Professor

• Sustainability Accounting
• Accountability
• Public Sector Performance Management
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Suzana Grubnic is a Professor of Accounting at Loughborough University, where she has been since October 2011. She serves as Director of EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) and leads research in sustainability accounting and accountability, with a focus on public sector performance management. Her expertise bridges accounting practices, sustainability frameworks, and governance mechanisms. Her research interests include the intersection of management control systems and sustainability goals, particularly in public services and corporate accountability. She explores topics like circular economy business models, regulatory compliance (e.g., EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation), and crisis management through performance measurement systems. Teaching responsibilities include modules such as Management Accounting (undergraduate) and Strategic Management Accounting and Performance (final-year undergraduate). She actively supervises PhD students focusing on sustainability accounting in public sectors, emphasizing qualitative methodologies. Grubnic’s work often involves case studies in healthcare, local government, and manufacturing sectors, addressing challenges like stakeholder engagement, ethical sourcing, and environmental disclosure. Her contributions highlight the practical application of theoretical frameworks to real-world sustainability challenges.

Daphne YaoView profile

Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Program Analysis
• Machine Learning Algorithms
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Daphne Yao is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Virginia Tech , part of the College of Engineering. She holds the Elizabeth and James E. Turner Jr. '56 Faculty Fellowship and CACI Faculty Fellowship. Her research focuses on cybersecurity, program analysis, machine learning algorithms, and applied cryptography. Yao has contributed to advancing secure coding practices, vulnerability detection in software, and privacy-preserving technologies. Education includes a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Brown University (2007), an M.S. in Computer Science from Indiana University (2002), and earlier degrees in Chemistry from Princeton University (M.A., 2000) and Peking University (B.S., 1998). Her work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications, emphasizing real-world cybersecurity challenges. Recent research trends include combating ransomware via API profiling, improving privacy in voice assistants, and developing resilient network routing systems. Yao collaborates across disciplines, integrating machine learning into healthcare cybersecurity and epigenomic analysis. Her publications reflect a commitment to measurable, deployable security solutions and ethical AI practices. Key contributions include the CryptoGuard tool for detecting cryptographic vulnerabilities and frameworks like Madeline for low-cost cyber threat monitoring. She has also explored challenges in deploying intrusion detection systems and mitigating data-oriented attacks in cyber-physical systems.

• Cybersecurity
• Information Security
• Privacy
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Mark Heckman, PhD is a Professor of Practice in the CyberSecurity Engineering and Technology program at the University of San Diego. He holds MS and PhD degrees in Computer Science from the University of California, Davis, and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). With over 30 years of experience spanning government/military systems, commercial IT security, and academic research, his work focuses on cybersecurity compliance, intrusion detection systems, and holistic security frameworks. He teaches at USD's Bridges Academy and actively publishes in cybersecurity education and maritime security domains. Education: PhD & MS in Computer Science (UC Davis) Research interests include cybersecurity best practices for home/commercial environments, privacy frameworks, and mitigation of systemic cybersecurity risks in critical infrastructure. His recent work critiques current educational approaches and explores maritime cyber compliance regimes. Articles emphasize practical applications of big data analytics in threat detection and systemic security policy design. While no formal advisees are listed, his teaching and publications reflect strong engagement with applied cybersecurity training and industry standards development.

Frederick SlackView profile

Associate Professor

• Organizational Analysis
• Management
• Human Resource Management
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Dr. Frederick Slack is an Associate Professor at the Management Department within the Eberly College of Business at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He holds a PhD in Organizational Analysis (University of Pittsburgh, 1979), an MBA in Operations Management (University of Pittsburgh, 1974), and a BA in Biochemistry (St. Vincent College, 1968). His teaching responsibilities include courses in Human Resource Management, Compensation Management, and Seminar in Management. His research focuses on organizational behavior, leadership, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and policy impacts on business environments. Notable work explores cross-border financial linkages, employee satisfaction dynamics, and the unintended consequences of equal employment policies. He maintains an active publication record spanning organizational reputation modeling, contingency management approaches, and conservation psychology. Academic Background: PhD: Organizational Analysis, University of Pittsburgh (1979) MBA: Operations Management, University of Pittsburgh (1974) BA: Biochemistry, St. Vincent College (1968) Research Interests: Leadership & Organizational Structure Entrepreneurship & Policy Reforms Employee Satisfaction & Corporate Vision Cross-Border Economic Analysis Recent Research Trends: Explores geopolitical shifts' impact on global business strategies Examines behavioral drivers of consumer and conservation decisions Develops frameworks for effective arbitration and organizational decision-making Professional Contributions: No listed awards, but significant contributions to management education and empirical research Advising & Grants: No advisees listed; no grants explicitly mentioned

Karl-Heinz Frank ReichertView profile

Professor

• Mobile Communication Systems
• E-Learning and Education Technology
• Telehealth and IoT Applications
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Frank Reichert is a Professor of Mobile Systems at the University of Agder (UiA), affiliated with the Department of Information and Communication Technology under the Faculty of Engineering & Science. He served as UiA's Rector (2016-2019) and Dean of Engineering & Science (2007-2015). With over 30 years in fixed/wireless communication systems, he has led national initiatives like the SFI Offshore Mechatronics Center (200 MNOK budget) and established UiA's Mechatronics Innovation Lab. His industry experience includes roles at Ericsson (1995-2005) and founding Ericsson Cyberlab Singapore (1999). Education : PhD in Electrical Engineering from RWTH Aachen University (Germany). Early career included research at the Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden) and Televerket Radio (Sweden). Research Interests : Focus on mobile communication, e-learning innovation, IoT-driven telehealth, and lifelong learning. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing user-centric design, rapid prototyping, and future education technologies. Projects include multi-touch collaborative learning systems, AI-assisted educational tools, and digital health twin architectures. Grants & Leadership : Managed EU projects (e.g., FP4-ACTS OnTheMove, PRO-COM) and served on steering boards for Norwegian and EU research bodies. Current roles include advisor to UiA's strategic initiatives and contributor to national bullying/harassment prevention (UHRMOT). Labs & Teams : Co-founded the Mechatronics Innovation Lab, leading projects in VR rehabilitation solutions and smart healthcare systems. Active in research groups like Multimedia and e-Learning, and ReSex (Research in Sexology).

• Judicial Decision-Making
• Artificial Intelligence in Law
• Legal Psychology
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Dr. Brian Barry is an Associate Professor in Intellectual Property Law at Trinity College Dublin's School of Law. He specializes in judicial decision-making, AI in legal systems, and workplace dispute resolution. His research bridges psychology, court operations, and technology, with notable contributions to understanding judicial behavior and AI's role in justice systems. He holds a PhD in Workplace Dispute Resolution from Trinity College Dublin (2013) and an LL.B. (2009) from the same institution. Dr. Barry has advised government agencies on decision-making processes and delivers training to judges on judicial psychology. His work has been cited by courts like the Irish Supreme Court and Australian Federal Court. He has held visiting positions at Columbia University and the University of Toronto, and previously practiced law in Dublin. His 2021 book How Judges Judge explores empirical insights into judicial behavior. Recent research trends focus on AI applications in courts, judicial group decision-making dynamics, and the integration of behavioral economics principles into justice systems. He actively contributes to peer-reviewed journals in legal technology, judicial studies, and dispute resolution. Recognition includes the 2021 Teaching Hero Award from Trinity College Dublin. His advisory work extends to judicial councils and legal education reforms, emphasizing practical applications of empirical findings in legal practice.

Nathan Edward ClarkView profile

Assistant Professor

• Disaster Risk Management
• Societal Resilience
• Crisis Governance
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Nathan Edward Clark is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Organization Sciences at Vrije University Amsterdam. He holds affiliations with the Network Institute and the Organization & Processes of Organizing in Society (OPOS) group. His research focuses on disaster risk management, societal resilience, crisis governance, and humanitarian data ethics. Education: PhD in International Governance for Satellite Earth Observation in Disaster Response (University of Copenhagen, 2018), MSc in International Relations (Aalborg University), and a Bachelor's in Satellite Communications. Research Interests: Clark investigates disaster resilience through competency-building frameworks, crisis communication improvement, and legal/ethical dimensions of technology use in disasters. He coordinates EU projects like LINKS (enhancing disaster resilience via tech-society links) and SYNERGIES (cascading risk preparedness). His work aligns with UN SDGs for sustainable communities and climate action. Grants & Awards: Secured €2M+ in grants, including a 2023 Disaster Reconstruction Support Framework grant and leading the EU Horizon 2020 LINKS project (€6M+). Projects: Active in Innovating Preparedness via SYNERGIES (2023-2026) and Engaged Scholarship against Climate Change (2023-2027). Previously directed Copenhagen Center for Disaster Research (COPE). Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on crisis informatics, space law applications, and multi-stakeholder governance models in disaster contexts.

Patricia LagoView profile

Professor

• Software Engineering
• Software Architecture
• Sustainable Software
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Patricia Lago is a Full Professor of Software Engineering at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), leading the Software and Sustainability (S2) research group in the Computer Science Department. She directs the VU Digital Sustainability Center (DiSC) and has pioneered initiatives like the Green Lab, fostering collaboration between academia and industry to address software sustainability. Her roles include director of the Master of Information Sciences and co-founder of the Green IT Master’s track. Her research focuses on software architecture, sustainability, energy efficiency, and ethical software design. She chairs the ICT4S conference and serves on steering committees for IEEE ICSA and ECSA. Key projects include Innoguard (Hybrid Intelligence for Cyber-Physical Systems) and uDevOps (Microservice Quality Assurance). Awards include Best Paper Awards (2016, 2019, 2022) and the Distinguished Open Artifact Award (2024). She contributes to journals like IEEE Software and Journal of Systems and Software , emphasizing sustainability and ethical practices in software engineering.

Salvatore T. MarchView profile

Professor

• Business Intelligence
• Information Systems
• Forecasting
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Salvatore T. March is a Professor specializing in Information Systems, Business Intelligence, and Design Science. He holds leadership roles as Editor-in-Chief of ACM Computing Surveys and has served on editorial boards for prestigious journals like MIS Quarterly. His research focuses on conceptual modeling, database design, and process theory in project management. March has organized major conferences such as the International Conference on Conceptual Modeling and contributed to advancing methodologies in distributed database systems. Education: Ph.D., Operations Research, Cornell University, 1978 M.S., Operations Research, Cornell University, 1975 B.S., Industrial Engineering & Operations Research, Cornell University, 1972 Research Interests: March’s work emphasizes the intersection of theoretical frameworks and practical systems design. Key areas include: Design Science Methodology Conceptual Modeling for Active Information Systems Process Theory in Project Management Ontology Engineering for Semantic Technologies Temporal Dynamics in Business Systems His contributions bridge academic rigor and real-world IT applications, particularly in manufacturing and service industries. Publications & Impact: With over 150 publications, March’s work spans foundational topics like distributed database design to modern challenges in predictive maintenance and digital surveillance ethics. His recent focus includes meta-theoretical debates in information systems research. Grants & Labs: While specific grants are not listed, his leadership roles indicate sustained funding in systems research. Active involvement in editorial and conference committees highlights his role in shaping the discipline’s future directions.

Herna ViktorView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Cybersecurity
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Herna Viktor is a Full Professor and Director of the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Ottawa. She holds a Ph.D. and has extensive administrative leadership experience within the university's Faculty of Engineering. Research Interests : Dr. Viktor specializes in Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a focus on data-driven discovery across diverse domains. Her work emphasizes applications in healthcare (e.g., medical outcome prediction), cybersecurity (e.g., threat detection via semi-supervised learning), finance (e.g., stock market analysis with temporal Transformers), and computational biology (e.g., protein structure generation using diffusion models). She also explores advanced machine learning techniques like lifelong learning, ensemble methods, and interpretability measures. Her research integrates geometric deep learning, quantum computing, and hybrid models to address complex problems in structural proteomics and molecular dynamics. Recent Articles : Her recent publications (2023–2025) highlight trends in protein generation via diffusion models, adversarial robustness of NLP systems, and financial time series predictions. She consistently bridges theoretical AI advancements with real-world applications in medicine, cybersecurity, and quantum computing. Advising & Grants : Currently supervises Paul Kiyambu Mvula . While no grants are explicitly listed, her research demonstrates significant interdisciplinary impact. Her work on SCUT-DS and DynaQ reflects ongoing engagement with imbalanced data and online learning challenges. Labs/Teams : No specific lab or team is mentioned, but she collaborates on projects involving hybrid quantum neural networks and molecular dynamics simulations.

• Disaster Management
• Sustainability
• Globalization
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Roby Rajan is a Professor of Quantitative Methods in the Business Department at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (India), an M.A. in Economics, and a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from Virginia Tech. His research spans interdisciplinary areas including disaster management, sustainability, globalization, corporate governance, and knowledge management. Dr. Rajan has published extensively across academic disciplines, with notable contributions to postcolonial theory, economic critique, and institutional reform. His work frequently integrates quantitative methods with cultural and political analysis. Education: B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, India M.A., Economics, Virginia Tech Ph.D., Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, Virginia Tech Research interests emphasize systemic approaches to global challenges, including planetary-scale disaster management frameworks and critiques of neoliberal economic policies. His recent work explores intersections between cultural studies and economic systems, particularly in postcolonial contexts. Earlier publications address corporate ethics, environmental management, and institutional knowledge systems. Advising and grants: No formal advisees listed. His research funding sources are not detailed in available records. Labs/teams: No specific research groups or laboratories mentioned in profile.

Amy BensteadView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Ethical and Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• Modern Slavery Prevention
• Worker Rights and Justice
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Dr. Amy Benstead is a Senior Lecturer in Fashion Management at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the Department of Materials and the Faculty of Science & Engineering. Her work centers on ethical and sustainable supply chain management, particularly addressing modern slavery and promoting worker-centric practices. She has contributed to the world’s first national standard on modern slavery (BS 25700) and leads a Leverhulme Trust-funded project on worker voice in garment factories. Her research has won multiple awards, including first place at the 2023 Business and Modern Slavery Research Conference. Benstead’s expertise bridges academia and industry, informed by her prior role as a Senior Merchandise Manager at Li & Fung. She teaches Business Ethics, Sustainability & CSR, and Operations Management, integrating her research into pedagogy. She launched the European Operations Management Association’s mentorship program and collaborates globally on cross-disciplinary sustainability research. As a Visiting Researcher at the University of Bergamo (2022–2024), she advances socio-technical systems approaches to supply chain justice. Her outreach includes STEM education initiatives with the Manchester United Foundation, empowering youth to address global sustainability challenges. Benstead’s work aligns with UN SDGs, emphasizing justice, transparency, and sustainability across global supply chains. Awards: Emerald and EFMD Outstanding Doctoral Research Award: Highly Commended (2018) Emerald Literati Award (2019) University of Manchester Faculty of Science & Engineering Distinguished Achievement Award – Teacher of the Year 2021 (Highly Commended) Finalist, Inspiring Women Awards (Sustainable Award for Women Making an Impact – 2024) Grants & Projects: Leverhulme Trust-funded research on worker voice in Leicester’s garment factories BSI committee member for modern slavery standards development EurOMA mentorship program founder (2021–2024)

Benjamin C. M. FungView profile

Professor

• Data Mining
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cybersecurity
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Benjamin C. M. Fung is a Full Professor at McGill University's School of Information Studies and holds the Canada Research Chair in Data Mining for Cybersecurity. He is also an Associate Member at the School of Computer Science and affiliated with MILA and the McGill Digital Humanities Initiatives. His research focuses on data mining, AI, cybersecurity, privacy protection, and their applications in crime investigation, health informatics, and smart cities. Education: Ph.D. in Computing Science, Simon Fraser University (2007) M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Computing Science, Simon Fraser University Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Software Engineering, Ontario Research Interests: Data mining techniques for cybersecurity, AI ethics, privacy-preserving technologies, malware analysis, and foreign interference detection. His work has been supported by NSERC, SSHRC, DRDC, and FRQNT. Key Contributions: Developed the Kam1n0 tool for malware analysis, featured in Montreal's technological innovations. Co-founded the McGill Data Mining and Security (DMaS) Lab. Authored over 180 refereed publications with an h-index of 62. Awards & Recognition: 2022 IEEE CSR Best Research Paper Award ACM & IEEE Senior Member (2013) Top 2% Global Scientists (2021–present) Media & Public Engagement: Frequently comments on cybersecurity, disinformation, and foreign interference for CBC, CBC Radio, OMNI TV, and international outlets. His op-eds address topics like AI ethics and national security.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Economy
• Internet Advertising
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Kartik Hosanagar is the John C. Hower Professor of Technology and Digital Business and a Professor of Marketing at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. He also serves as Co-Director of the Wharton Human-AI Research initiative. His research focuses on AI's societal impact, digital media, e-commerce, and Internet marketing. He has been honored with 11 teaching excellence awards and recognized globally for academic leadership. Education: Bachelor's and Master's in Electronics Engineering/Information Systems from BITS Pilani, India MPhil and PhD in Management Science from Carnegie Mellon University Research Interests: Kartik explores AI ethics, digital economy dynamics, and algorithmic consumer behavior. He has pioneered work on AI applications in media, marketing, and entrepreneurship. His recent studies address network externalities in mobile platforms and AI-driven content optimization. Awards & Recognition: World’s Top 40 Business Professors Under 40 Best Paper Awards (multiple) Advisory & Entrepreneurial Work: Cofounded Yodle Inc (acquired by Web.com for $340M) Founder & Chairman of Jumpcut Media (AI for media operations) Advisor to U.S. Department of Defense AI Council Labs & Initiatives: Leads Wharton Human-AI Research, exploring ethical AI frameworks and human-AI collaboration in business contexts.