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Hongfei Frank TangView profile

Professor

Seton Hall UniversityUnited States

Prof. Hongfei Frank Tang is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Finance at Seton Hall University, where he also serves as President of the Academy of Applied Analytics and Technology. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from Purdue University (2008) and previously taught at the University of Texas at Austin before joining Seton Hall in 2009. During his sabbatical in 2022, he worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Washington D.C. His research focuses on exchange-traded funds (ETFs), financial technology, venture capital, corporate finance, derivatives, family firms, and real estate finance. Notable awards include the 2025 Faculty Award for Excellence in Graduate Program Development and multiple Beck Research Awards. He has published extensively in journals such as the International Review of Economics and Finance and Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis . Prof. Tang teaches courses including Financial Decision Making, Real Estate Finance, and Financial Derivatives. He has received teaching awards from Krannert School of Management and has advised on numerous research projects related to market structure, corporate governance, and financial innovation.

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HU JianfengView profile

Associate Professor

Singapore Management UniversitySingapore

Prof. HU Jianfeng is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from Baruch College, CUNY. His research focuses on asset pricing, capital markets, financial innovation, fintech, and quantitative finance. Notable contributions include studies on option trading's informational role, macro-news embargoes, and order flow volatility's impact on equity costs. Selected awards include the Lee Kong Chian Fellowship (2016-2017) and multiple best paper awards. He has secured research grants totaling over S$140k, including MOE Tier 1 funding for projects on order flow volatility and fiduciary duties. His work has appeared in top journals like the Journal of Financial Economics and Management Science. As a researcher and educator, HU advises students such as ZHONG Yiqiang. His research interests span strategic priorities like digital transformation and growth in Asia, reflecting Singapore's financial hub dynamics.

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Sven RadyView profile

Professor

University of MannheimGermany

Prof. Sven Rady is a leading academic at the Department of Economics at the Hausdorff Center for Mathematics , University of Bonn. He serves as a Hausdorff Chair for Mathematical Economics and Deputy Spokesperson for Collaborative Research Centre TR224. Research Interests include dynamic decision problems, equilibrium models, optimal learning, and strategic experimentation, with significant contributions to information economics and stochastic game theory. His work bridges mathematical modeling with economic theory, focusing on markets, learning dynamics, and policy implications. Scientific Awards include Fellow of the Econometric Society (2023) Teaching Awards at the University of Bonn (2021, 2022) CESifo Outstanding Referee Award (2013) Teaching Award of the State of Bavaria (2005) Key Collaborations involve interdisciplinary research at the intersection of economics and mathematics. He leads projects in the CRC TR224 and contributes to HCM initiatives on probabilistic modeling and information economics.

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Shima HamidiView profile

Assistant Professor

Johns Hopkins UniversityUnited States

Dr. Shima Hamidi is Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Health and Engineering at the Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University. She is also a core faculty member of the Bloomberg American Health Initiative and holds the Bloomberg Assistant Professorship in American Health in Environmental Challenges. Her academic background includes a PhD from the University of Utah (2015), an MSc from the Technological University of Malaysia (2009), and a BA from Shiraz University (2005). PhD, University of Utah, 2015 MSc, Technological University of Malaysia, 2009 BA, Shiraz University, 2005 Dr. Hamidi's research centers on the built environment, transportation, housing, and social determinants of health, with a strong focus on equity and urban sprawl. Her work explores how urban form influences public health outcomes such as life expectancy, traffic safety, food access, and upward mobility. She utilizes geospatial data and longitudinal analysis to assess the impacts of urban planning policies. Her recent publications (2020–2024) reflect a sustained focus on transportation equity, urban form, and public health. Key themes include ride-hailing versus fixed-route transit preferences, cycling safety in bikeshare cities, high-tech cluster geography, and the effectiveness of growth management policies. These works demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement with urban economics, environmental health, and policy analysis. Dr. Hamidi has received numerous honors, including: Endowed Chair in Environmental Challenges, Bloomberg American Health Initiative (2020–) Eno Fellow, Future Leaders Development Program (2015) Ivory Medal for Doctoral Scholarship, University of Utah (2015) Best Poster Award, Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning (2017) Presidential Fellow, University of Texas at Arlington (2017) She has advised students, such as Ahoura Zandi, and previously led the Center for Transportation Equity, Decisions and Dollars (CTEDD) at the University of Texas at Arlington, directing a multi-university consortium on transportation and health. Her research has been supported by the US Department of Transportation and widely cited in national media including the Wall Street Journal and CNN Money. Dr. Hamidi leads research initiatives that integrate urban planning with public health, contributing to policy-relevant science on sustainable and equitable urban development.

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Charles MartineauView profile

Associate Professor

University of TorontoCanada

Charles Martineau is an Associate Professor of Finance at the University of Toronto-Scarborough and holds a cross-appointment at the Rotman School of Management. He serves as Associate Director of Research at the Rotman Financial Innovation Hub (FinHub). University : University of Toronto School : University of Toronto-Scarborough Department : Finance Academic Rank : Associate Professor Research Interests : Martineau specializes in information economics, focusing on: Price discovery mechanisms in financial markets Investor attention to macroeconomic news Asset pricing anomalies Behavioral responses to financial disclosures Market microstructure dynamics Risk premia quantification Recent Publications : His 2017-2024 work explores: Conditional CAPM applications Earnings announcement drift FOMC-induced market reversals Social media's impact on price revelation Bond market excess returns News-driven trading behavior Grants & Collaborations : Funded by SSHRC, Toronto-Montreal Exchange, NASDAQ Educational Fund, and Canadian Securities Institute. Collaborates with scholars like Vincent Gregoire, Adlai Fisher, and Marius Zoican. Leads data science initiatives including open-source macroeconomic attention indices.

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Richard J. KishView profile

Professor

Lehigh UniversityUnited States

Richard J. Kish is the Allen C. DuBois Distinguished Professor in the Department of Finance at Lehigh University. His academic focus spans fixed-income securities, green financing, policy analysis, and alternative financing mechanisms. Fixed-Income Securities (Mortgage, Treasuries, Corporates, Catastrophe Bonds) Green Financing and Policy (Water, Plastics, Electric Vehicles) Alternative Financing (Reverse Mortgages, Crowdfunding, Payday Lending) Real Options and Mergers & Acquisitions Financial Education Professor Kish's research has been published in journals such as Financial Review , Journal of Real Estate Practice and Education , Review of Economics and Finance , and Applied Financial Economics . He teaches graduate-level courses in Fixed Income Securities and Investments. Scientific Awards Allen C. DuBois Distinguished Professorship Contact: rjk7@lehigh.edu | Office: RBC 441 | Phone: 610-758-4205

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George O. AragonView profile

Professor

Arizona State UniversityUnited States

George O. Aragon is a Professor of Finance at the W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University. He specializes in the structure, efficiency, and risk management practices of financial services institutions, particularly hedge funds and mutual funds. His research has been published in leading journals such as the Journal of Financial Economics and the Review of Financial Studies , where he also serves as an associate editor. He has held visiting roles at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and teaches courses on derivatives and risk management at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Education Ph.D. in Finance (Boston College, 2005) M.Sc. in Finance and Economics (London School of Economics, 1999) Research Interests Aragon’s work focuses on institutional investor behavior, liquidity management in volatile markets, and the interplay between regulatory frameworks and financial stability. His recent studies examine hedge fund strategies in crises, ESG investment dynamics, and the impact of investor attention on mutual fund performance. He employs empirical methods and machine learning to analyze large datasets, including SEC filings and market microstructure data. Teaching Regularly teaches FIN 427: Derivative Financial Securities and FIN 530: Derivatives . Courses emphasize practical applications of derivatives in risk management and portfolio optimization. Recent Research Trends His articles highlight themes such as liquidity mismatch in hedge funds, anticipatory trading during crises, and the costs/benefits of responsible investing for university endowments. The 2024 paper on ‘Hedge Fund Liquidity Management’ underscores the tension between crisis resilience and trading opportunities. The 2023 study on ESG preferences uses machine learning to decode investor priorities across 500+ metrics. Grants and Collaborations No specific grants are listed, but his editorial roles and SEC collaborations suggest active involvement in policy-relevant research. Lab/Team Affiliations No formal lab mentioned, but his SSRN and Google Scholar profiles indicate ongoing collaborations with industry and academic partners.

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Kimberly CornaggiaView profile

Professor

Pennsylvania State UniversityUnited States

Kimberly Cornaggia is a Professor of Finance and Department Head at the Smeal College of Business, Pennsylvania State University. She holds the endowed Louis R. & Virginia A. Benzak Professorship and serves as Research Director of the Center for the Study of Financial Markets. Her roles include board memberships at the Eastern Finance Association and Western Finance Association. Dr. Cornaggia specializes in corporate finance, credit risk, public finance, and household finance. Her research addresses topics like financial shocks, municipal bond markets, and opioid crisis impacts. Prior to Smeal, she taught at American University, College of William and Mary, New York University, and Indiana University. Her non-academic experience includes SEC and Department of Justice roles analyzing credit ratings and asset-backed securities. She earned her PhD from Purdue University’s Krannert Graduate School (2000) and BS from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1994), majoring in Actuarial Science and Finance. Her work spans over two decades, with publications in top journals like the Journal of Finance and Journal of Financial Economics. Key themes include credit rating agency dynamics, municipal finance, and the intersection of public policy with financial markets.

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Olga KolokolovaView profile

Professor

Lancaster UniversityUnited Kingdom

Olga Kolokolova holds the position of Professor and Chair in Finance at Lancaster University's Management School, Department of Accounting and Finance. Previously, she served as Assistant Professor at Warwick Business School and has secured research funding from institutions including the National Stock Exchange of India, INQUIRE UK, and the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Her research examines market microstructure with emphasis on regulatory impacts, high-frequency trading dynamics, and liquidity provision mechanisms. She has developed influential work on hedge fund behavior, financial regulation effects, and market quality in derivatives and fixed income markets. Recent publications explore market electronification effects, liquidity during stress periods, and regulatory reforms like the Volcker Rule. Analysis of her scholarly output reveals consistent focus on three interconnected themes: 1) Market design implications of financial regulation, 2) Technological impacts on trading strategies and liquidity, and 3) Hedge fund activities across asset classes. Her methodological approach combines empirical market analysis with innovative measurement techniques. No scientific awards are documented in available materials. Kolokolova regularly presents at major finance conferences including American Finance Association and Western Finance Association meetings. She serves as a member of the Centre for Financial Econometrics, Asset Markets and Macroeconomic Policy research group.

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Patrick AugustinView profile

Associate Professor

McGill UniversityCanada

Patrick Augustin is an Associate Professor of Finance at McGill University's Desautels Faculty of Management, holding the prestigious Canada Research Chair in Macrofinance and Derivatives. He serves as Director of the McGill Luxembourg Centre for Finance and Academic Director of the Master of Management in Finance (MMF Luxembourg) program. His academic leadership extends to being an Associate Fellow at the Canadian Derivatives Institute and serving as associate editor for Management Science, the Journal of Banking and Finance, and the International Review of Finance. Dr. Augustin earned his PhD in Finance from the Stockholm School of Economics following a Master's in Banking and Finance from the Luxembourg School of Finance and a Master's in Monetary and Financial Economics from University Louis Pasteur Strasbourg. His educational background is complemented by an Executive Certificate in Banking and Finance from New York University. His research expertise spans empirical asset pricing, international finance, sovereign credit risk, derivatives, and credit and liquidity risk. His scholarly work has been published in top-tier finance journals including the Journal of Finance, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Financial Economics, and Management Science, with findings widely covered in major financial media outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Bloomberg. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on sovereign credit risk and derivatives markets, with increasing attention to contemporary challenges like the impact of pandemics on financial systems and cryptocurrency-related financial instruments. His research methodology combines sophisticated empirical techniques with practical financial applications, bridging academic rigor with real-world relevance. 2022 Bank of Canada Governor's Award 2019 Canadian Derivatives Associate Fellowship 2018 Arthur Warga Award for Best Paper in Fixed Income Multiple best paper awards from prestigious finance associations Significant research funding from SSHRC, Global Risk Institute, and industry partners Dr. Augustin has supervised numerous PhD students and has been involved in substantial research grants totaling millions of dollars. His work has been supported by organizations including SSHRC (multiple Insight Grants), the Global Risk Institute, Chicago Mercantile Exchange, and the Hong Kong Institute for Monetary Research. His industry connections include fellowships with the Canadian Derivatives Institute and certification as a Financial Risk Manager by GARP. As Director of the McGill Luxembourg Centre for Finance, he leads an important international collaboration that connects McGill's research expertise with Luxembourg's position as a major European financial center. His work bridges academia and practice through connections with institutions like the World Economic Forum, where he served as a Fellow at the Global Future Councils.

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David K. MustoView profile

Professor

University of PennsylvaniaUnited States

David K. Musto serves as the Ronald O. Perelman Professor in Finance at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he has held faculty positions since 1995 and currently directs the Stevens Center for Innovation in Finance. His career includes a significant tenure as Senior Financial Economist at the Securities and Exchange Commission (2005-2007) and prior industry experience at Roll & Ross Asset Management. His academic credentials include a BA from Yale University (1987) and a PhD from the University of Chicago (1995). Professional development encompasses systems consulting and programming roles prior to doctoral studies. Professor Musto's research centers on capital markets, consumer credit, and financial intermediation , with substantial contributions to understanding consumer financial services, mutual funds, and crisis dynamics. His work uniquely bridges theoretical models with empirical analysis of market behaviors, particularly examining how social objectives integrate with financial mechanisms in impact investing and how liquidity constraints propagate during systemic stress. Recent publication trends reveal a strategic shift toward interdisciplinary finance, connecting traditional market analysis with social impact frameworks. His studies demonstrate how private contracts adapt to dual financial-social goals and how liquidity feedback loops amplify during crises - insights directly applicable to regulatory design and financial innovation. While no specific individual awards are documented, his endowed professorship and leadership of the Stevens Center represent significant institutional recognition of scholarly impact. Through the Stevens Center, Musto actively mentors students via initiatives like Philadelphia high school partnerships and teen-developed financial literacy apps. His teaching spans undergraduate, MBA, and executive programs including Capital Markets, Strategic Equity Finance, and the Fintech Revolution certificate he directs. The Stevens Center operates as a nexus for financial innovation under Musto's direction, developing practical tools for underserved communities while advancing research on fintech, financial literacy, and inclusive market structures through industry-academia collaborations.

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Pascal FrançoisView profile

Professor

HEC MontréalCanada

Pascal François is a Professor of Finance at HEC Montréal, specializing in Corporate Finance, Credit Risk, and Debt Pricing. He holds a D.E.A. in Finance from Paris I Sorbonne and a joint doctorate in Management Sciences from Paris I Sorbonne and ESSEC. His research focuses on corporate financial strategies, hedging techniques, bankruptcy procedures, and credit risk modeling. Recent work examines tax benefits of debt structure, volatility surface modeling, and bankruptcy law implications. Teaching includes Fixed Income Securities, Derivatives, and Continuous-Time Corporate Finance. He has supervised 25+ master’s theses and projects on topics like credit risk prediction, option pricing during crises, and ESG analysis in banking. Publications span top journals such as Journal of Corporate Finance , Finance Research Letters , and Journal of Futures Markets . Co-authored The Complete Guide to Portfolio Performance (2024). Active in academic supervision and financial markets research.

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Michael RobertsView profile

Professor

University of PennsylvaniaUnited States

Michael Roberts is the William H. Lawrence Professor and Professor of Finance at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He serves as a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research and is affiliated with the Institute for Law and Economics and the Wharton Financial Institutions Center. His academic career spans teaching roles at UC Berkeley, Duke University, and Wharton, with a focus on corporate finance, banking, investments, and financial education. Education: B.A. in Economics, University of California, San Diego M.S. in Statistics, University of California, Berkeley Ph.D. in Economics, University of California, Berkeley Roberts's research bridges corporate finance, banking, and investments, with recent emphasis on AI and machine learning in financial decision-making. His work on financial contracts, capital structure, and payout policies has significantly advanced empirical finance. He has authored influential studies on debt covenants, credit supply effects, and financial literacy. His publications demonstrate expertise in empirical corporate finance , debt structuring , financial econometrics , and financial education . Key topics include collateralized loan obligations , interest rate impacts on contracts , and capital structure persistence . These works reflect his commitment to integrating rigorous methodology with practical financial challenges. Scientific Recognition: Jensen Prize (2016) Marshall E. Blume Prize (2015) Brattle Prize nominations (2008, 2005) Multiple teaching awards at Wharton and Duke Geewax, Terker, and Co. Prize (2010, 2006) As an educator, Roberts has taught undergraduates, MBAs, PhDs, and executives for over 25 years. He founded the Wharton Financial Analytics initiative and the Financial Proficiency Initiative (FPI), which provides financial education to high school students. His courses include Corporate Finance , Data Science for Finance , and Empirical Methods in Corporate Finance .

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Weert CanzlerView profile

Researcher

WZB Berlin Social Science CenterGermany

Dr. Weert Canzler is a senior researcher and head of the Research Group "Digital Mobility and Social Differentiation" at the Berlin Social Science Center (WZB), where he has been affiliated since 1994. His career spans leadership roles including Deputy Chair of WZB's Academic Council (2000-2007), Senior Researcher in Science Policy (2009-2019), and current Speaker of the Leibniz Research Alliance "Energiewende" since 2013. His work critically examines mobility transitions through social science lenses, integrating energy policy, technological innovation, and societal transformation. Dr. Canzler's academic credentials include: Diploma in Political Science (minor in Economics and Law) from the Free University of Berlin (1985) Ph.D. in Sociology from the Technical University of Berlin (1995) Habilitation in Social Science Based Mobility Research from the Technical University of Dresden (2015) His research centers on the societal dimensions of mobility systems, with particular focus on the Energiewende 's impact on transportation. He investigates how digitalization reshapes travel behavior, the cultural entrenchment of automobility, and policy frameworks for equitable mobility transitions. His approach bridges sociology, urban planning, and technology assessment, emphasizing that sustainable mobility requires reimagining social practices alongside infrastructure. Current work analyzes autonomous vehicle fleets, parking policy reforms, and the psychological dimensions of driving freedom in congested cities. Analysis of Dr. Canzler's 2022-2025 publications reveals intensifying focus on post-pandemic mobility patterns and multi-crisis contexts (climate, energy, geopolitical). His scholarship increasingly addresses implementation barriers for autonomous shuttles, the political economy of parking reform, and narrative-building for mobility transitions. A distinctive thread examines winners/losers dynamics in public space reallocation, with growing attention to educational outreach for future mobility literacy. His interdisciplinary methodology combines qualitative analysis with policy evaluation. While specific grant awards aren't documented in available sources, Dr. Canzler's leadership of major research initiatives implies significant funding oversight. As head of a WZB research group and Leibniz Alliance speaker, he directs collaborative projects involving multiple institutions. His extensive co-authorship patterns suggest active mentorship of junior researchers, though formal student advising isn't explicitly referenced in his public profile. Dr. Canzler co-founded WZB's mobility research group in 1998 with Andreas Knie and currently leads the "Digital Mobility and Social Differentiation" team. Through the Leibniz Research Alliance, he coordinates nationwide energy transition research across 18 institutes. His teams maintain strong policy linkages with German federal ministries and international bodies, frequently translating research into practical guidance for urban planners and transport authorities.

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Anthony O'DonnellView profile

Senior Lecturer

La Trobe UniversityAustralia

Anthony O'Donnell is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at La Trobe University School of Law in Melbourne. He holds LLB, BA(Hons), and LLM degrees from the University of Melbourne. His research focuses on Australian labour law, labour history, and social policy. He has authored influential works such as Inventing Unemployment (2019) and co-authored Moss Cass and the Greening of the Australian Labor Party (2017). O'Donnell has led significant projects including an ARC-funded initiative to digitize Australian industrial law resources (2017–2018) and contributed to international studies on fixed-term work and regulatory theory. He served as co-editor of Labour and Industry (2012–2015) and is an associate member of the University of Melbourne's Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law. Current projects include a co-authored history of post-war Australian labour law and a study of the marxist publication Arena. Education: LLB, BA(Hons), LLM – University of Melbourne, Australia. Research Interests: Australian Labour Law, Labour History, Social Policy, Labour Market Regulation, Public Employment Services, Political Biography. Grants: ARC Linkage Infrastructure Grant (2017–2018) for digital industrial law library. Collaborations include work with the Australian Legal Information Institute (AustLII). Advising & Grants: No listed advisees; primary contributions through funded research and editorial roles. Labs/Teams: Associated with University of Melbourne's Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law. Collaborative projects include international legal index development and regulatory analysis.

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