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• Housing and Real Estate Finance
• Fixed Income Securities
• Household Finance

Marco Giacoletti serves as an Associate Professor of Finance within the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame, contributing to the institution's academic excellence in business education and research through his specialized expertise in financial domains. His scholarly focus centers on three interconnected research pillars: Housing and Real Estate Finance, analyzing market dynamics and policy impacts Fixed Income Securities, investigating valuation frameworks and risk assessment Household Finance, exploring consumer behavior and financial decision-making processes Giacoletti's rigorous research has earned publication in the field's most prestigious outlets including the Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Financial Economics, and Journal of Finance, demonstrating significant scholarly impact and recognition within the finance academic community.

• Finance
• Accounting
• Empirical Finance
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José Faias is an Associate Professor of Finance and Academic Director of the Master's Programs in Finance at Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics , Universidade Católica Portuguesa. He holds a PhD in Finance from Nova SBE, an MBA from CATÓLICA-LISBON, and a Bachelor's in Mathematics Applied to Actuarial Science from Nova SST. Research Interests : His work focuses on empirical finance, including stock market efficiency, risk management, investor heterogeneity, mergers & acquisitions, catastrophe risk bonds, and quantitative portfolio management. His research has been published in top journals and presented at major finance, statistics, and economics conferences. Teaching & Awards : He received nine CATÓLICA-LISBON Distinguished Teaching Awards (2016-2024) and the 2022 BME Award for best paper on Fixed Income Markets. He teaches courses like Empirical Finance, Data Science for Finance, and Methods in Finance. Grants & Projects : He led FCT-funded projects such as The Interplay Between Agents in the Financial Marketplace (2018-2022) and the EU-funded GIFTED project (2012-2013). Co-led multiple FCT projects on asset valuation, portfolio construction, and tail risk.

• Finance
• Investments
• Capital Markets
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Ken McGovern serves as Executive in Residence at the Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas, and Adjunct Professor at Southern Methodist University's Cox School of Business. His extensive career bridges academia and high-level finance positions, including leadership roles at Flagstone Reinsurance and Walmart with over a decade of experience in capital markets and corporate finance. McGovern earned his Masters in Mathematical Finance from Columbia University, MS in Industrial Administration from Purdue University, and BS from the University of Maryland. These qualifications underpin his expertise in quantitative finance and business administration. His professional focus spans Finance, Investments, Capital Markets, Corporate Development, Mergers and Acquisitions, Derivative Securities, Alternative Investments, and Fixed Income Securities. McGovern brings decades of practical industry experience to his academic roles, having served as Chief Investment Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Risk Officer at major financial institutions. As Principal at QuantiPhy, he advises clients across finance and investment domains. His non-academic career highlights include transforming Warren Buffett's hedge fund team into Flagstone Re (raising $1.1B post-Hurricane Katrina), serving as Director of Capital Markets for Walmart, teaching at Morgan Stanley, and consulting for NASA and the U.S. Air Force. His availability follows an academic schedule with 30-50 hours/week in summer and variable commitment during fall/spring semesters.

• Financial Engineering
• Risk Management
• Quantitative Finance
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Professor Mi-Hsiu Chiang is a faculty member at the Department of Money and Banking, National Chengchi University (NCCU), College of Commerce , with a career spanning over two decades in quantitative finance, credit risk modeling, and financial engineering. He holds a PhD in Quantitative Finance from Imperial College London and has published extensively in top-tier journals like Pacific-Basin Finance Journal , Financial Management , and Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting . Education: PhD (Quantitative Finance), MSc (Mathematics), BSc (Mathematics) from Imperial College London. Research Focus: Credit risk modeling, options pricing, machine learning applications in finance, ESG investments, and climate risk hedging. Awards: Recipient of MOST Research Awards, Senior Outstanding Teacher (20 years) at NCCU, and several academic prizes including UMC Management Paper Award and Fubon Paper Award. Projects: Led numerous research initiatives funded by the National Science and Technology Council, including studies on climate change risk replication using GPT and machine learning, ESG sentiment in credit default prediction, and behavioral biases in derivatives markets. His recent publications emphasize stochastic dominance in stock markets, liquidity-driven strategies, and empirical analyses of credit and information risks. He has also contributed to behavioral finance by examining the disposition effect in options and convertible bonds. His work bridges quantitative methods with practical financial applications, including synthetic CDO valuation and TIPS pricing under inflation jumps. Scientific Awards 科技部研究獎勵 資深優良教師 (20年), 國立政治大學 第十屆聯電經營管理論文獎優等獎, 中華民國管理科學學會 台灣財務金融學會富邦論文獎 台大管理論叢宋作楠基金會論文獎 資深優良教師 (10年), 國立政治大學 學術研究成果國際化優等研究獎, 政治大學 教學特優教師, 政治大學商學院

Wang YintianView profile

Associate Professor

• Asset Pricing
• Financial Derivatives
• Risk Management
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Wang Yintian is an Associate Professor at the Department of Finance , School of Economics and Management, Tsinghua University , where he has been employed since 2007. He holds a PhD in Finance from McGill University (2001-2006), a Master of Economics from Queen's University (1999-2000), and a Bachelor of Accounting from Xi'an Jiaotong University (1994-1998). He previously worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Fitch Ratings (2006-2007). Education PhD in Finance, McGill University (2001-2006) Master of Economics, Queen's University (1999-2000) Bachelor of Accounting, Xi'an Jiaotong University (1994-1998) Research Interests Asset Pricing Financial Derivatives Risk Management Behavioral Finance Quantitative Finance Market Risk Analysis Courses Taught Investment Corporate Finance Financial Derivatives Scientific Awards Gold Medal, Stoxx 2006 Risk Management Research Award, European Financial Management Association Conference, Spain First Prize of Scientific Research Achievement Award of School of Economics and Management, Tsinghua University, 2008

Hao XingView profile

Associate Professor

• Mathematical Finance
• Stochastic Control
• Asset Pricing
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Hao Xing serves as an Associate Professor of Finance at Boston University's Questrom School of Business, maintaining an active research program in mathematical finance and financial economics. His office is located in the Rafik B. Hariri Building at 595 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston. Dr. Xing's research spans several critical areas in modern finance, with particular emphasis on stochastic control applications , executive compensation structures , and environmental economics . His recent work examines pollution-incentive misalignment in executive contracts, rational inattention in discrete choice models, and the unintended consequences of circuit breakers in financial markets. He frequently presents at top international seminars including the London School of Economics, Bielefeld University, and the Bachelier Congress. His publication record demonstrates significant impact across premier finance journals including the Journal of Finance , Journal of Financial Economics , Management Science , and Mathematical Finance . Recent research trends show increasing focus on sustainable finance applications and behavioral aspects of portfolio choice under model uncertainty. Honors include: Best paper award in sustainable finance and ESG (World Finance Conference 2024) Best paper in Corporate Finance (Southwestern Finance Association 2023) Dr. Xing teaches graduate courses in the MS in Mathematical Finance & Financial Technology program, including Fundamentals of Finance (MF702), Fixed Income Securities (MF728), and Advanced Machine Learning Applications for Finance (MF815). His research integrates deep mathematical techniques with practical financial applications, particularly in portfolio optimization and contract theory. While no formal lab structure is mentioned, his work often involves sophisticated computational methods for solving stochastic control problems.

• Labor economics
• Economics of innovation
• Economic history
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Jian Qi (Jay) Tan is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics at Hamilton College, starting Fall 2025. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh and a joint bachelor's degree from the National University of Singapore and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Education: Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh M.Soc.Sci., National University of Singapore B.A., National University of Singapore and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Research Focus: Tan investigates labor economics and economic history, specializing in how post-WWII policy shifts influenced U.S. scientific innovation. His work also examines productivity dynamics in collaborative environments through communication and recognition frameworks. Publication Trends: His research employs empirical econometric methods (fixed effects, survival analysis) to analyze labor policies, welfare systems, and health economics. Recent work emphasizes right-to-work laws, economic distress impacts, and employment barrier evaluations across diverse socioeconomic contexts.

Indraneel ChakrabortyView profile

Professor

• Banking
• Financial Intermediation
• Corporate Finance
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Indraneel Chakraborty is a Professor and Department Chair of Finance at the University of Miami's Miami Herbert Business School. He also serves as Associate Dean for Graduate Business Programs and holds a cross-appointment in the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on banking, financial intermediation, corporate finance, and applied economics. Ph.D. in Finance, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania (2010) M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT (2003) B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering, IIT Guwahati (2001) - President of India Gold Medalist His work examines financial market regulation, monetary policy transmission, tax policy implications, and energy economics. Key publications explore topics like credit default swaps, financial statement complexity, housing market effects, venture capital signaling, and cross-country labor supply dynamics. Recent articles analyze fund liquidity requirements, skilled labor in bank lending, renewable energy contracts, and financial integration through production networks. These works span finance, economics, and energy policy with specific subfields in systemic risk, credit allocation, and market design. Notable awards include the University of Miami Provost's Research Award (2024), multiple Excellence in Teaching Awards (2018-2024), Douglas D. Evanoff Best Paper Award (2016), and Marshall Blume Award (2013). He received the President of India Gold Medal (2001) and National Talent Scholar (1995). He has industry experience in financial instruments at Citigroup (2005) and Citadel Investment Group (2003-2005). His technical background includes patents in wireless power management and network protocols from earlier career stages.

Andrea J HeusonView profile

Professor

• Finance
• Real Estate Economics
• Risk Management
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Andrea J Heuson is a Professor in the Department of Finance at the Miami Herbert Business School, University of Miami. Her research focuses on finance, real estate economics, and risk management. She has published extensively on hedge fund performance, mortgage markets, and financial policy. Key research areas: Finance, Real Estate Economics, Risk Management Notable contributions: Managerial skill analysis in hedge funds, mortgage market dynamics, tax policy impacts on housing turnover Recent publications examine return skewness, secondary market innovations, and macroeconomic announcement effects on volatility

Brian KoellerView profile

Lecturer

• Finance
• Blockchain Technology
• Financial Regulation
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Brian Koeller is a Lecturer in the Finance Department at Bentley University, specializing in the Executive Management Program. His academic background includes an MSF from Yale University and a B.A. from Assumption College. Education: MSF (Yale University), B.A. (Assumption College) Brian's research focuses on the intersection of blockchain technology and evolving financial regulations. His teaching portfolio covers Fundamentals of Investments , Principals of Accounting and Finance , Fixed Income , and Regulated Financial Institutions . Professional practice areas include international bank regulation and energy (LNG) sector consulting. Contact details: Office in LaCava Campus Center - 196E, Phone: (781) 891-2384.

Trevor William ChamberlainView profile

Professor

• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Environmental Social and Governance
• Islamic Finance
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Dr. Trevor William Chamberlain serves as a Professor in the Finance and Business Economics department at McMaster University's DeGroote School of Business. His academic profile centers on empirical finance research with significant contributions to sustainable investing and corporate governance. Chamberlain's research program critically examines the financial implications of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. His work investigates how data breaches affect stock performance, analyzes bond market volatility through sustainability lenses, and evaluates Islamic banking resilience during crises. This research bridges theoretical finance with practical market applications, particularly in risk assessment and ethical investment frameworks. His publication trajectory reveals intensifying focus on sustainability-driven financial analysis since 2020, with multiple 2025 studies exploring ESG-bond relationships and pandemic impacts on alternative banking systems. This evolution demonstrates responsive scholarship addressing emergent market challenges while maintaining rigorous empirical methodology. Scientific recognition includes: SSHRC Grant for social sciences and humanities research Chamberlain directs funded research projects through competitive SSHRC grants and supervises graduate students in finance. His work influences regulatory discussions on CSR disclosure standards and sustainable investment practices, with recent projects examining supply chain ethics in automotive scandals and cross-cultural banking resilience.

• Banking
• Financial Management
• Risk Management
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Reneta Dimitrova is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, New Bulgarian University (NBU), where she has served since 2000, currently as department head. Her academic career focuses on banking, financial management, and risk analysis. She teaches courses such as Introduction into Finance and contributes to advanced topics like commercial banking and operational risk management. Her research spans financial asset valuation, capital adequacy regulations, operational risk, and e-banking trends. Notable themes include credit portfolio quality, strategic planning in banking, and the impact of non-performing loans on Bulgaria’s financial system. Her work often explores the intersection of regulatory compliance and institutional stability. Key trends in her publications emphasize evolving banking practices in Bulgaria, from traditional investment strategies in government securities (1995) to modern challenges like operational risk governance (2008) and digital transformation in finance (2008). Her recent contributions include analyzing credit portfolio quality (2011-2014) and systemic risks in banking (2013-2014). At NBU, she organizes conferences and lectures with industry experts, trains doctoral students, and serves on the Audit Committee of Investbank AD. Her professional activities highlight a commitment to bridging academic research with practical banking solutions.

Joaquim CadeteView profile

Adjunct Assistant Professor

• Finance
• Accounting
• Banking Regulation
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Joaquim Cadete is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Business and Economics School of Universidade Católica Portuguesa. Currently serving as CEO of Parpublica, he has held prominent roles in finance including Non-Executive Board Member at Euronext Securities (2019-2024) and Director at Citigroup (2000-2011). PhD in Political Science (banking regulation focus) from Instituto de Ciências Sociais, Universidade de Lisboa Master in Monetary and Financial Economics (Instituto Superior de Economia e Gestão) Master in International Relations and Politics (Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Tocqueville Award winner) Certificate in Global Management from INSEAD His research focuses on finance and accounting, with specialized expertise in banking regulation, structured financial products, and Euroland fixed income markets. He teaches graduate and executive education programs at Universidade Católica Portuguesa. Scientific Awards Tocqueville Award for best student Professional experience includes managing partner at Rockbridge Advisors, Board Member at Banif Banco de Investimento (2017-2018), and Portuguese Treasury career start in 1994.

Maja Mihelja ŽajaView profile

Associate Professor

• Public Finance
• Tax Policy
• Risk Management of Insurance Companies
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Dr. Maja Mihelja Žaja is Associate Professor in the Department of Finance at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb , a position she has held since 2021. Since joining the faculty in 2006, she has also served as head of the specialist postgraduate programme Insurance and Reinsurance and teaches extensively across undergraduate, graduate and specialist levels. Additionally, she is an external lecturer at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing and the Faculty of Law in Zagreb. Education PhD in Economics, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb – 2013 Specialist Postgraduate Programme in Insurance and Reinsurance, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb – 2010 Research Focus Dr. Žaja’s research portfolio lies at the intersection of public finance , insurance economics and risk management . Core themes include the design and impact of tax policy , the fiscal sustainability of public systems (especially healthcare), the efficiency of insurance markets under Solvency II, and the growing role of green bonds and digital payment innovations in financial stability. Scientific Recognition Dr. Pero Jurković Award 2018 – for outstanding contribution to finance research. Croatian Insurance Bureau Award – for best scientific paper in the field of insurance. Teaching & Mentoring She is course leader for Insurance and Risks , Public Finance , Payment Systems , Croatian Tax System and Public Debt Management . Her mentees have received both the Dean’s Award and the Croatian Insurance Office Award for outstanding final theses. Leadership & Service Beyond research, Dr. Žaja currently heads the postgraduate specialist study Insurance and Reinsurance and has served as session chair or presenter at numerous domestic and international conferences, reinforcing the Faculty’s reputation in applied finance and insurance studies.

• International Economics
• Macroeconomics
• Organizational Economics
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Jan Schymik is an Acting Professor of Economics (W3 fix-term) at the University of Mannheim and an affiliated member of the Bonn-Mannheim Center for Collaborative Research CRC TR 224. His research focuses on International Economics, Macroeconomics, and Organizational Economics, with significant contributions to understanding trade policy, firm organization, and macroeconomic spillovers in currency unions since joining the university in 2018. His educational background includes: PhD in Economics from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich Diploma in Business Economics from University of Mannheim Schymik's research agenda bridges theoretical modeling and empirical analysis across three core domains. In international economics, he examines how trade policies reshape global supply chains and industrial structures, particularly through directed technological change in critical resources. His macroeconomic work analyzes structural reforms in currency unions and pandemic-era labor market dynamics. Organizational economics research investigates how managerial incentives affect capital allocation and firm structure under globalization. Recent projects integrate these threads to study industrial policy in global value chains. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals accelerating focus on supply chain resilience (2025), with rare earth elements research demonstrating how export restrictions spur global innovation. Earlier work establishes foundational links between trade liberalization, corporate governance, and income inequality. Methodologically, he combines structural modeling with novel datasets including patent classifications, administrative records, and input-output tables. His scientific recognition includes: FIW International Economics Conference Best Paper Award Walther-Rathenau Best Paper Award Schymik actively supervises Bachelor and Master theses on International Trade, Macroeconomics, and Firm Organization, with all Spring 2025 slots filled. He secured German Research Foundation (DFG) funding for his 2025 project 'The New Economics of Industrial Policy in a Global Economy'. Additional support includes a 2022 Fulbright fellowship for visiting research at Harvard Business School. His teaching portfolio spans graduate-level International Macroeconomics and undergraduate Organizational Economics. He contributes to the Bonn-Mannheim Center for Collaborative Research CRC TR 224, focusing on competition microstructure, and maintains active collaborations with institutions including the World Bank, ECB, and Banque de France as evidenced by recent speaking engagements.