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Alexander KritikosView profile

Professor

• Entrepreneurship research
• Innovation
• Institutional economics
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Alexander Kritikos is a Professor for Industrial and Institutional Economics at the University of Potsdam and a Research Director at DIW Berlin (German Institute for Economic Research). He holds research affiliations with IZA Bonn, IAB Nuremberg, and GLO, and has held editorial roles at Small Business Economics and IZA World of Labor . His career spans academic, policy, and research leadership roles across Germany and international institutions. Education Habilitation in Economics (European University Frankfurt/Oder, 2003) Doctorate (Humboldt University Berlin, 1996, summa cum laude ) Diploma in Economics (Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich, 1989) Research Focus Entrepreneurship and innovation dynamics Institutional economics and regulatory frameworks Behavioral aspects of self-employment Gender economics and labor market inequality Impact of policies on SMEs and startups Publications Trends Recent work examines pandemic impacts on entrepreneurship, gender pay gaps in female-owned firms, and productivity in micro-enterprises. Historical studies analyze business cycles, R&D-productivity linkages, and personality traits in entrepreneurial decisions. Scientific Recognition Summa cum laude dissertation at Humboldt University Berlin EU-TMR Research Fellow (Athens University of Economics, 2000) German Marshall Fund Research Fellow (Washington, 1999) Policy Engagement Member of the "Pissarides-Commission" advising the Greek Prime Minister (2019-2020) Contributions to public debates in media outlets like Harvard Business Review , Handelsblatt , and Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung Institutional Leadership Member of DIW Berlin Executive Board (2021-present) Research Director for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at DIW Berlin (2011-present) Head of Department of Innovation, Manufacturing, and Services at DIW Berlin (2008-2011)

• Finance
• Fintech
• Asset Pricing
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Emiliano PAGNOTTA is an Associate Professor of Finance at Singapore Management University (SMU), where he also serves as Co-lead of the Digital Business Research Peak. Previously, he held roles at Imperial College Business School (2014-2021) and New York University Stern School of Business (2009-2014). He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from Northwestern University (2009), alongside M.A. degrees from Northwestern and Universidad de San Andres, and a Licentiate in Economics from Universidad de Buenos Aires (2002). His research focuses on liquidity, fintech innovations, blockchain technologies, and financial market microstructure, with notable contributions to cryptocurrency valuation and insider trading regulations. Key research interests include Bitcoin/Blockchain security, decentralized finance (DeFi), asset pricing frictions, and the impact of legal frameworks on financial markets. His work has been recognized through awards such as the Lee Kong Chian Fellowship and the Best Crypto Economics Paper Award. He has published in top journals like The Journal of Finance and Econometrica , addressing topics ranging from high-frequency trading dynamics to systemic risk in fragmented markets. Emiliano’s academic service includes organizing conferences on financial frictions and advising on regulatory policies. He actively engages in digital transformation initiatives through SMU’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business.

Peter WiertsView profile

Associate Professor

• financial stability
• fiscal policy

Peter Wierts serves as Associate Professor in the Finance department at VU Amsterdam's School of Business and Economics and concurrently holds the position of Senior Economist at De Nederlandsche Bank's Financial Stability Division since March 2014. His extensive career includes prior roles at the European Systemic Risk Board (2013 short-term secondment), European Commission (DG ECFIN, 2002-2005), and Dutch Ministry of Finance (1996-2002). He earned his PhD from the University of Reading, establishing his academic foundation in economic policy and financial systems. Wierts' research centers on financial stability and fiscal policy, with particular emphasis on monetary system evolution, central banking operations, and digital currency frameworks. His work bridges historical monetary analysis with contemporary challenges in crypto assets and central bank digital currencies, while maintaining strong policy relevance through institutions like De Nederlandsche Bank and the European Commission. His publication trajectory reveals a strategic shift toward digital monetary systems, with 2024 research examining historical fiat money limits through the Bank of Amsterdam case study, followed by 2022 publications analyzing crypto-stablecoin-CBDC interrelationships. Earlier work (2019) established methodological rigor in macroprudential policy evaluation using propensity score matching techniques across credit markets. No scientific awards are documented in the available materials. Wierts has supervised at least one PhD thesis while maintaining active research funding through institutional positions at VU Amsterdam and De Nederlandsche Bank. His work demonstrates significant policy impact with 4 documented references in governmental policy sources and substantial academic engagement (62 Mendeley readers, 2 X platform mentions). He operates within De Nederlandsche Bank's Financial Stability Division conducting real-time policy analysis while contributing to VU Amsterdam's Finance group through collaborative research on monetary architecture and financial regulation frameworks.

Mark CumminsView profile

Professor

• Financial Technology (FinTech)
• Quantitative Finance
• Energy and Commodity Finance
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Mark Cummins is a Professor of Financial Technology at Strathclyde Business School, University of Strathclyde, leading its FinTech Cluster. Previously, he held professorial roles at Dublin City University Business School and directed the Irish Institute of Digital Business. His PhD in Quantitative Finance focuses on integral transforms and FFT applications in derivatives valuation. Key research areas include FinTech innovation, sustainable finance, energy market modeling, and model risk management. Cummins has published over 60 papers in top journals like Journal of Banking and Finance and Quantitative Finance , co-authored influential texts such as Disrupting Finance: Fintech and Strategy , and secured €220k IRCHSS funding for CO2 recycling research. Professional activities include founding the 'Capital Markets and FinTech' symposium series and co-developing DCU's MSc in Sustainable Energy Finance. He has industry experience in model validation at BP Oil International, advising on energy derivatives and risk management. Current projects include Glasgow City Region's FinTech innovation hub and satellite data applications in financial regulation.

Malcolm Campbell-VerduynView profile

Senior Lecturer

• International Political Economy
• Global Governance
• Emergent Technologies
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Malcolm Campbell-Verduyn is a Senior Lecturer in International Political Economy at the University of Groningen’s Faculty of Arts, Department of International Relations and International Organization. He holds a PhD from McMaster University and has held academic positions including Adjunct Professor at the University of Toronto and Senior Research Fellow at the Käte Hamburger Kolleg. His research focuses on emergent technologies, non-state actors, and expert knowledge in global governance, particularly blockchain and big data in environmental, financial, and security sectors. Education: PhD in International Relations (McMaster University, 2015), MA in Political Science (Universiteit Leiden, 2008), BA in Political Science (York University, 2007). Research Interests: Blockchain governance, digital identity, financial regulation, sustainability, and the intersection of technology and global policy. Professional Roles: Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Yearbook of Data Autonomy , Treasurer of the ISA STAIR section, Coordinator of the Sustainable Technology Research Group, and member of the Global Internet Governance Academic Network. Key Contributions: Author of Bitcoin and Beyond: Cryptocurrencies, Blockchains and Global Governance (2018) and Professional Authority After the Global Financial Crisis (2017). His work examines technology’s role in reshaping governance, post-crisis financial ethics, and the implications of decentralized systems.

Diana Morales ArenasView profile

Lecturer

• Banking
• Bank Lending to Firms and Households
• Alternative Financing Sources (Fintech, Shadow Banking, Green Bonds)
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Dr. Diana Morales Arenas is a Lecturer in Corporate Finance and Banking at the Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow. Her affiliation includes the Gilbert Scott Building (Room 362). She holds a PhD and MSc in Finance from Tilburg University, an MSc in Quantitative Finance from Bocconi University, and a BSc in Actuarial Science from ITAM. Her research focuses on financial regulation's impact on credit access for firms, alternative financing, and climate change implications. She previously served at Mexico’s Central Bank, BIS, and NBB, and is a junior research fellow at Tilburg University’s European Banking Center. Education: PhD in Finance, Tilburg University MSc Finance (Quantitative), Bocconi University BSc Actuarial Science, ITAM Her research interests span banking, fintech, shadow banking, green bonds, and financial regulation’s role in climate adaptation. Teaching includes Risk Management, Financial Derivatives, and International Financial Management. She advises PhD students on fintech and shadow banking topics. No recent articles listed, but her work aligns with regulatory and climate finance themes. Awards: None explicitly noted. Supervision includes Rubing Wang. Professional experience includes central bank roles and international research collaborations. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the European Banking Center (EBC) at Tilburg University.

Kwan Yong LeeView profile

Associate Professor

• International Economics
• Financial Economics
• Applied Econometrics
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Kwan Yong Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics and Finance at the University of North Dakota (UND), where he also serves as the Director of the MSAEPA graduate program. He is affiliated with the College of Business and Public Administration and teaches a range of courses including Principles of Macroeconomics, International Economics, and Empirical Methods in Economics. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Purdue University, August 2013 M.A. in Economics, North Carolina State University, May 2008 B.A. in Economics, Korea University, Seoul, Republic of Korea, August 2006 Dr. Lee's research focuses on International Economics, Financial Economics, and Applied Econometrics . His work investigates topics such as trade margins, exchange rate effects, financial dependence in trade, monetary policy impacts, and the application of machine learning in investment strategies. He frequently uses firm-level and macroeconomic data to test theoretical models and inform policy. His recent publications appear in journals such as the Journal of International Economics , Southern Economic Journal , and International Review of Financial Analysis . The articles reflect a strong trend toward empirical analysis of global trade and financial markets, with increasing attention to financial technology, pandemic-related market risks, and Korean corporate and banking behavior. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the text. Dr. Lee is actively involved in academic research and professional dissemination. He has presented his work at major conferences including the American Economic Association, Southern Economic Association, and Western Economic Association International. While specific grant details are not listed, his consistent publication record and leadership in the graduate program suggest active research engagement and likely external or internal funding support. He teaches both undergraduate and graduate-level courses, contributing significantly to student education and program development. Dr. Lee is associated with the Department of Economics and Finance at UND. He collaborates extensively with fellow economists such as Seungho Baek and Kanda Naknoi, indicating strong research team integration. His work bridges theoretical economics with real-world financial and trade data, contributing to both academic discourse and policy-relevant insights.

Sergio Alberto Gramitto RicciView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Law
• Corporate Governance
• Legal Personhood
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Sergio Alberto Gramitto Ricci is an Associate Professor of Law at Hofstra University’s Maurice A. Dean School of Law, where he teaches Business Organizations. He holds a PhD from Bocconi University, a JD, and a BS from the University of Milan. His research focuses on corporate governance, legal personhood, retail investors, and AI in corporate decision-making. PhD, Bocconi University JD, University of Milan BS, University of Milan His research explores how to democratize corporate governance by increasing public participation through mechanisms like universal funds and fintech-enabled retail investing. He investigates shareholding inequality, AI directors, and the moral and legal boundaries of corporate personhood. His work bridges ancient Roman legal concepts with modern corporate challenges. His recent articles, published in journals such as Cornell Law Review , Journal of Corporation Law , and UC Law Journal , analyze topics including artificial intelligence in boardrooms, shareholder democracy, and the role of corporate lawyers as gatekeepers. A recurring theme is the empowerment of everyday investors and the ethical implications of automation in corporate leadership. His notable awards and recognitions include media features in Fortune , Forbes , and Business Law Prof Blog , as well as invitations to speak at major institutions. His co-authored book Citizen Capitalism has been widely reviewed and discussed in policy circles. He has advised on regulatory policy, including a comment letter to the SEC on predictive data analytics. He frequently collaborates with scholars like Christina M. Sautter and the late Lynn Stout. He is actively involved in shaping future corporate governance models through work-in-progress projects on public opinion, virtual shareholder meetings, and corporate publicness. He contributes to academic discourse via blogs such as Oxford Business Law Blog, Columbia’s Blue Sky Blog, and Duke’s FinReg Blog, often discussing retail investing, ESG, and technological disruption in corporate law.

• Cryptocurrency Economics
• Financial Technologies (FinTech)
• Insurance Market Dynamics
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Dr. Judyta Przyłuska-Schmitt is an Assistant Professor at the Department of International Economics within the Institute of Economics and Finance , Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin . She specializes in cryptocurrency economics, financial technologies, and insurance market dynamics. Research focuses on blockchain economics, remote work impact, and financial policy Published 15+ peer-reviewed works including studies on Bitcoin and labor market trends Active in international collaborations and Erasmus+ staff mobility Research Trends Her publications analyze: Cryptocurrency price volatility during crises Gender determinants in entrepreneurship Post-pandemic work flexibility Alternative currency systems Insurance market transformations Modern payment technologies Teaching & Mentoring Supervises diploma theses on financial market regulation, unemployment analysis, and digital finance. Notable topics include: Polish Financial Supervision Authority's role Women's labor market integration Cryptocurrency taxation Payment card evolution Conference Participation Presented at 27. Kölner Versicherungssymposium Organized national conference on monetary systems Lecture series at Lublin Science Festivals (2011-2021)

Maria Gaia SoanaView profile

Professor

• Finance
• Risk Management
• Banking
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Maria Gaia Soana is a Full Professor in the Department of Economics and Business Sciences at the University of Parma, teaching corporate finance, financial markets, and risk management courses across undergraduate and graduate programs including Economics and Management (First cycle degree), Finance and Risk Management (Second cycle degree), and Economics and Management of Sustainable Food Environment (Second cycle degree). Her appointments extend through the 2025/2026 academic year, with office hours held on Wednesdays 17-19 at Via J. Kennedy, 6, 43125 PARMA. Research Interests Her work centers on sustainable finance integration within banking systems , examining circular economy applications, ESG performance impacts on reputational risk, and gender diversity in financial governance. She investigates firm-specific risk management through environmental strategy lenses, analyzes regulatory frameworks for bank misconduct, and explores alternative finance mechanisms for micro-entrepreneurs, with emphasis on advisor efficacy and financial inclusion pathways. Recent Publications Trends Her 2024-2025 publications reveal a concentrated focus on sustainability-driven banking transformations , linking circular economy principles to risk mitigation and governance structures. Key trends include empirical analysis of ESG-regulation interactions in reputational damage scenarios, methodological studies on derivative instruments for pure risk , and field research into microfinance accessibility through advisor networks. Collectively, these works establish her expertise in sustainable risk frameworks within financial services. Scientific Awards No scientific awards, fellowships, or medals were documented in the provided text. Advising and Grants Professor Soana maintains extensive teaching responsibilities across 12+ academic years but has no documented Ph.D./Master's student advisees in the source material. Her course load includes multiple degree levels with no explicit references to research grants or funded projects. Labs and Teams No dedicated research laboratories, collaborative teams, or institutional research groups were referenced in the available information.

Alessandro GandolfoView profile

Associate Professor

• Marketing in Information Institutions
• Market Research
• Service Marketing
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Assoc. Prof. Alessandro Gandolfo is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Sciences and Technologies, University of Zadar. He teaches courses in Information Institution Management and Marketing in Publishing and Bookselling . His research focuses on marketing strategies within information institutions, market research, consumer behavior analysis, and strategic marketing. He emphasizes digital transformation's impact on marketing practices and sustainability in business operations. Key research areas include post-pandemic cultural institution recovery, taxation policies for sin goods, and circular economy models. His work spans both theoretical frameworks and practical applications in sectors like banking, retail, and tourism. Prof. Gandolfo actively contributes to academic discourse through platforms like Google Scholar and CRORIS. He holds a Ph.D. and has advised numerous studies on consumer behavior and market dynamics. Educational Background: Advanced degrees in economics, management, and marketing. Professional Affiliations: Member of academic committees and industry advisory boards. His research demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches combining quantitative and qualitative methods. Notable projects include analyses of social banking challenges, CSR communication in emerging economies, and reverse logistics in market-driven enterprises. He maintains active consultations via email and post-class meetings.

Panagiotis AvramidisView profile

Professor

• Finance
• Quantitative Methods
• Financial Intermediation
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Panagiotis Avramidis is a Professor of Finance and Quantitative Methods at The American College of Greece (ACG), affiliated with the Alba Graduate Business School. His research focuses on financial intermediation, financial markets, corporate management, and risk management. He holds a B.Sc. from the University of Athens and MSc/PhD degrees from the London School of Economics and Political Science. His work has been published in top-tier journals including Journal of Money, Credit and Banking , Management Science , and Harvard Business Review . Key research interests include Fintech's impact on banking competition, leadership development in turbulent economic environments, and the role of data privacy in corporate strategy. He collaborates with the Bank of Greece and serves as a Research Fellow at the Institute for Hellenic Growth and Prosperity (IHGP). His teaching portfolio includes quantitative methods, risk management, and banking courses. Notable contributions span the effects of small business lending regulation, credit market dynamics during crises, and the mediating role of trust in CSR initiatives. His interdisciplinary work bridges finance, economics, and organizational behavior, with recent trends emphasizing technological disruption in finance and labor market scarring effects. Award and grant details are not explicitly mentioned in the text, but his extensive academic output and institutional collaborations highlight significant scholarly engagement. Panagiritis Avramidis remains active in policy-relevant research, particularly addressing Greece's economic challenges and global financial innovations.

Serpil KUZUCUView profile

Assistant Professor

• Finance
• Banking
• Financial Economics
• +3 more

Serpil KUZUCU serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Finance and Banking at Beykent University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences since 2021, following prior faculty appointments at Beykoz University (2017-2021). Her administrative leadership includes Department Head roles at both institutions, specifically at Beykent University in 2021 and Beykoz University from 2018-2020. Her research program critically examines financial systems through multiple lenses: Banking sector efficiency and market valuation dynamics Non-performing loan determinants in emerging economies Financial inclusion frameworks and accessibility barriers Monetary policy transmission via money supply mechanisms FinTech disruption and traditional banking adaptation Yield curve analytics and term structure modeling Methodologically, she combines empirical banking analysis with bibliometric approaches, maintaining consistent regional focus on Turkish financial markets while addressing global emerging economy challenges. Her publication trajectory reveals evolution from foundational banking studies (2016-2019) toward contemporary digital transformation themes (2021-2024). No scientific awards were documented in available materials. Administrative responsibilities dominate her professional profile with no disclosed graduate student advising or external research funding activities. Research infrastructure details including laboratories or dedicated teams were not referenced in source documentation.

• FinTech
• RegTech
• Central bank digital currencies
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Scientia Professor Ross Buckley is a leading academic at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), holding positions in the School of Law & Justice and the School of Private & Commercial Law. He serves as an Australian Research Council Laureate Fellow (2020-2027) with a $3.7 million project exploring how Australia might regulate the rise of data and its analysis. Buckley also holds prestigious chairs including the King & Wood Mallesons Chair in International Finance Law (2013) and the KPMG Law - KWM Chair in Disruptive Innovation and Law (2018-2023). Professor Buckley's research focuses on the intersection of finance, technology, and regulation, with particular expertise in FinTech, RegTech, central bank digital currencies, and the Consumer Data Right. His work with Professors Doug Arner of HKU and Dirk Zetzsche of the University of Luxembourg on FinTech is currently downloaded from the Social Science Research Network (SSRN) more frequently than that of any other legal scholars globally. His research examines how the rise of data and its algorithmic analysis impacts society, financial systems, and regulatory frameworks. Buckley's extensive publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from traditional financial law toward the cutting edge of digital finance. His recent work shows increasing focus on central bank digital currencies, consumer data rights, and the regulatory challenges posed by BigTech's entry into financial services. The trajectory of his research reflects the rapid transformation of the financial sector, moving from foundational work on financial regulation to addressing the most pressing technological disruptions in finance today. Australian Research Council Laureate Fellow (2020-2027) King & Wood Mallesons Chair in International Finance Law (2013) KPMG Law - KWM Chair in Disruptive Innovation and Law (2018-2023) Member, Payments System Board, Reserve Bank of Australia Chair, Digital Finance Advisory Panel, ASIC Founding Series Editor, Global Trade Law Series, Kluwer Law International Professor Buckley has consulted for government departments in over 12 countries and three US government agencies (OCC, SEC, and Department of Justice). He has supervised 13 doctoral candidates to completion and is currently seeking two additional doctoral candidates and two post-doctoral research fellows for his Laureate Project starting in 2025. His prior research projects have supported numerous academic careers, with former fellows now serving as professors at institutions including Durham, Monash, Boston University, and the University of Hong Kong. With a background that includes nine years of practice in banking and finance law in Australia, Hong Kong, and on Wall Street with Davis Polk, Professor Buckley brings practical experience to his academic work. Since joining UNSW in 2007, he has established himself as a global authority on financial technology regulation, with research that directly informs policy development in Australia and internationally.

• Crowdfunding
• Fintech
• Investor Behavior
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Anna Lukkarinen is a Visiting Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management. She holds a Doctoral degree (2019) and Licentiate degree (2012) in Business and Economics from Aalto University, complemented by a Bachelor's in Business and Economics from Helsinki School of Economics (2008) and a Master's in Engineering and Technology from Helsinki University of Technology (2007). Her research specializes in financial technology and investment behavior, with core interests in: Crowdfunding dynamics and market evolution Investor decision-making processes Fintech platform development Cross-border investment mechanisms Equity market innovations Recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on equity crowdfunding maturation, secondary markets, and cross-border investment drivers, utilizing methodologies from behavioral finance and industrial economics. Awards: Best student paper award (2018) Academic activities include peer review for Journal of Business Research and Journal of Small Business Management, plus invited talks on crowdfunding at international conferences.