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Kirsten MeyerView profile

Professor

• Philosophy of Education
• Ethics
• Intergenerational Justice
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Prof. Dr. Kirsten Meyer is a full professor for Practical Philosophy and Philosophy Education at the Institute of Philosophy, Faculty of Philosophy, Humboldt University of Berlin. She has held this position since the summer semester of 2011, after serving as a junior professor from 2008 to 2011. Her work bridges philosophical theory with educational practice, with a particular focus on ethics and intergenerational justice in the context of contemporary challenges like climate change. Dr. Meyer's interdisciplinary educational background reflects her unique scholarly perspective: Diploma in Biology (1999, University of Münster/Bielefeld/St. Andrews) State Examination in Philosophy (2000) Doctorate from Bielefeld University (2002) Kirsten Meyer's research program spans several interconnected domains of philosophical inquiry. Her primary focus is on intergenerational ethics, where she examines humanity's moral obligations to future generations, particularly regarding climate change and resource consumption. She has made significant theoretical contributions to educational philosophy, exploring how philosophical reasoning can be practically integrated into school curricula. Her work on educational justice addresses complex questions about talent development, equal opportunity, and the relationship between education and conceptions of the good life. Meyer also contributes to environmental ethics, analyzing the intrinsic value of nature and our responsibilities toward it, informed by her background in biology. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent thematic trajectory focused on intergenerational justice and educational philosophy. Meyer frequently examines how abstract philosophical concepts can inform practical educational policy, particularly regarding talent development and educational equity. She has become a prominent voice in climate ethics, connecting theoretical debates about future generations to concrete policy proposals like using estate tax as a climate protection instrument. Her interdisciplinary approach, combining insights from biology, philosophy, and education, allows her to address complex ethical questions with both theoretical rigor and practical relevance. Professor Meyer is deeply engaged in public philosophical discourse, regularly contributing to media discussions on intergenerational justice, climate ethics, and educational policy. She has participated in numerous interviews with major German media outlets including Deutschlandfunk, BR, ZDF, and RBB, helping translate complex philosophical concepts for broader audiences. Her practical contributions extend to educational initiatives, including the development of teaching materials for philosophy education through philovernetzt on topics ranging from 'What should I become? Work and the good life' to 'Fake News' and 'Consent.'

Nancy G. LoveView profile

Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Quality
• Public Health
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Nancy G. Love is the Borchardt and Glysson Collegiate Professor and JoAnn Silverstein Distinguished University Professor of Environmental Engineering at the University of Michigan, affiliated with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the African Studies Center. Her research focuses on water infrastructure, public health, and environmental systems, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in both domestic and global contexts. Education: Ph.D. (1994) in Environmental Systems Engineering from Clemson University; MS (1986) and BS (1984) in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois. Research interests include water quality, pathogen fate and transport, sustainable resource recovery (e.g., urine-derived fertilizers), and infrastructure resilience in shrinking cities. She leads the Love Research Group, which integrates chemical, biological, and computational methods to develop technologies for contaminant removal, resource recovery, and public health protection. Her work addresses pressing issues like drinking water equity in Detroit, Legionella outbreaks in Flint, and global sanitation in Ethiopia. She advocates for transdisciplinary collaboration and community-informed solutions to environmental challenges. Awards include prestigious professorships at the University of Michigan. She serves on editorial boards (e.g., ACS ES&T Engineering) and contributes to policy initiatives on water infrastructure and environmental justice. Labs/Teams: Love Research Group; Collaborations span academia, industry, and NGOs, including projects on urine diversion, sensor-mediated wastewater treatment, and civic engagement in infrastructure decisions.

Allen S. WeinerView profile

Senior Lecturer

• International Conflict Resolution
• International Criminal Law
• International Human Rights Law
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Allen S. Weiner is a Senior Lecturer in Law at Stanford Law School and directs three major programs: the Stanford Program in International and Comparative Law, the Stanford Humanitarian Program, and the Stanford Center on International Conflict and Negotiation. His expertise spans international security, conflict resolution, and humanitarian law. Weiner holds a BA from Harvard University (1985) and a JD from Stanford Law School (1989). Prior to joining Stanford in 2003, he served in the U.S. State Department, advising on international law and representing the U.S. in international tribunals. His research focuses on international law’s application to contemporary security threats, including cyber warfare, nuclear doctrine, and online misinformation in conflict zones. Notable works include co-authoring the leading textbook International Law (8th ed., 2023) and analyzing historical cases like the Hiroshima bombing’s legal implications. Weiner’s policy work includes projects with INTERPOL to combat transnational crime and rethinking its governance models. Scientific awards are not explicitly listed in the provided texts, though his contributions to legal scholarship and policy are widely recognized. He teaches courses on conflict resolution, humanitarian law, and ethics in warfare. His advising and grants include policy practicums addressing global security challenges.

Fernando Lusa BordinView profile

Associate Professor

• Public International Law
• International Legal Theory
• Law of International Organizations
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Professor Fernando Lusa Bordin is a College Associate Professor at Sidney Sussex College and a Fellow at the Lauterpacht Centre for International Law, University of Cambridge. He holds a PhD (Cantab), LL.M. (NYU), LL.B. (UFRGS), and a Diploma of Public International Law (Hague Academy). His research focuses on Public International Law, Jurisprudence, and the Law of Torts, with emphasis on international legal theory, law-making, international organizations, and dispute settlement. His key academic roles include: College Associate Professor, Sidney Sussex College Professor of Institutional Law (Schermers Chair), Leiden University Fellow, Lauterpacht Centre for International Law Research Interests: Fernando’s work explores the applicability of general international law to international organizations, treaty law, and state responsibility. His monograph The Analogy between States and International Organizations (2018) received the 2020 ASIL award. His recent articles address corporate legal status, regional organizations, and immunity frameworks. Professional Experience: He has served as a Judicial Fellow at the International Court of Justice, advisor to the UN International Law Commission, and counsel in major cases like the Chagos Marine Protected Area Arbitration . Awards: 2020 Certificate of Merit (American Society of International Law) Yorke Prize (University of Cambridge, for doctoral thesis) Labs/Tems: Active contributor to the Network of Empirical Labour Law Scholars (NELLS) and editor of the Oxford International Organizations (OXIO) database.

• International Development Cooperation
• Sustainable Development
• Local Development
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Alberto Brugnoli is a Full Professor in Applied Economics at the University of Bergamo, Italy, where he has served since 2020. He holds the UNESCO Chair on Human Rights, International Cooperation and Sustainable Development and serves as Delegate for International Cooperation in Developing Countries at the University of Bergamo. His academic career spans over 30 years with progressive appointments from Researcher to Full Professor. Brugnoli's research focuses on International Development Cooperation, Sustainable Development, Local Development, Regional Governance and Policy, Migration, Municipal Financing, and Trade. His work demonstrates a strong international dimension through collaborations with institutions like Fundação Getulio Vargas (Brazil), McGill University (Canada), OECD, and the European Commission. His recent publications show a clear trajectory toward sustainability, decarbonization, and economic transition topics. His research output reveals a progression from traditional economic policy topics toward contemporary challenges of sustainability, climate change, and social development. The most recent publications (2022-2025) predominantly address decarbonization, sustainable economic transitions, and regional development strategies, reflecting current global economic policy priorities. Award by the Scientific Committee of the First Report on Finance of the Rosselli Foundation (2012) Award by the NATO Assistant Secretary General for Public Diplomacy (2009) Recognition from Università Bocconi for editorial contributions (1999) Brugnoli has advised numerous international research projects and has extensive teaching experience in Development Economics, Regional Economics, and International Cooperation. His leadership extends to serving as President of the Master's Degree Program in Human Rights, Migration and International Cooperation (2018-2022) and various delegate roles at the University of Bergamo.

Cécile FabreView profile

Professor

• Political philosophy
• Moral philosophy
• Ethics of foreign policy
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Cécile Fabre is a distinguished Senior Research Fellow at All Souls College and Professor of Political Philosophy at the University of Oxford. She is affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy, the Department of Politics and International Relations, and Nuffield College at Oxford. With a career spanning over two decades, she has held prestigious academic positions including Tutorial Fellow at Lincoln College, Professor of Political Theory at the University of Edinburgh, and Lecturer at the London School of Economics. Her educational background includes a BA in History from La Sorbonne (1992), an MA in Political Theory from the University of York (1993), and a D.Phil in Politics from the University of Oxford (1997). Professor Fabre's research focuses on political philosophy , moral philosophy , and applied ethics , with particular expertise in just war theory, theories of distributive justice, democracy, and the ethics of foreign policy. Her recent work has increasingly addressed the ethics of espionage and cultural heritage. Her publications reveal a consistent pattern of examining moral obligations in international contexts, with a strong emphasis on cosmopolitan perspectives that challenge traditional state-centric approaches to justice and ethics. Among her notable honors are being named a Fellow of the British Academy (2011) and receiving the Scots Philosophical Association Centenary Fellowship (2022). Professor Fabre has supervised 15 doctoral students to completion, with most securing academic positions globally. She has extensive governance experience, having served on various appointment panels, as University Proctor (2018-2019), and on the Publications Committee of the British Academy since 2019. She has also contributed significantly to academic publishing as a member of numerous editorial boards and as a reviewer for major university presses and journals.

Andrea RuggeriView profile

Professor

• Civil Wars
• Peacekeeping
• Collective Political Violence
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Andrea Ruggeri is a Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Brasenose College and the Department of Politics and International Relations (DPIR). He previously served as Assistant Professor at the University of Amsterdam and earned his PhD from the University of Essex. His research focuses on civil wars, peacekeeping, and collective political violence, with a regional emphasis on Africa and the Middle East. Ruggeri has published in top journals like the British Journal of Political Science and International Security, and his book Composing Peace examines UN peacekeeping mission composition. His academic roles include directing the Centre for International Studies and serving on editorial boards of journals like the Journal of Peace Research. Ruggeri has advised on policy briefs for the UN and NATO, emphasizing data-driven approaches to peacekeeping effectiveness. He has supervised numerous students and contributed to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, integrating quantitative methods through initiatives like the Oxford Q-Step Centre. Ruggeri’s awards include the 2022 Teaching Excellence Award and recognition for Composing Peace being shortlisted for a top literary award. His work bridges quantitative and qualitative methods, exploring themes like conflict management, human rights, and the impact of ideology on political violence.

Joshua FairfieldView profile

Professor

• Digital Property
• Data Privacy
• Cryptocurrencies
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Joshua Fairfield is the William Donald Bain Family Professor of Law and Director of Artificial Intelligence Legal Innovation Strategy at Washington and Lee University's School of Law. His expertise spans digital property, data privacy, cryptocurrencies, and virtual worlds regulation. He holds a BA from Swarthmore College and a JD from the University of Chicago. Professor Fairfield's research focuses on the intersection of law and technology, particularly in digital ownership, privacy rights, and emerging technologies like IoT and blockchain. He has authored influential books, including Owned: Property, Privacy and the New Digital Serfdom (2017) and Runaway Technology: Can Law Keep Up? (2021). His work critiques corporate control over digital devices and advocates for consumer rights in the digital age. Education: BA, Swarthmore College; JD, University of Chicago Key Achievements: Fulbright Grant (2012–2013), American Law Institute Member (2013) Consulting: Advises U.S. agencies like the White House Office of Technology and Homeland Security Privacy Office His recent articles address topics such as environmental AI ethics, NFT regulation, and smart contract governance. Fairfield emphasizes the need for updated legal frameworks to protect digital rights and ensure democratic control over technology. He directs the AI Legal Innovation Strategy initiative, focusing on integrating AI into legal systems while addressing ethical and regulatory challenges.

Martin CoppackView profile

Professor

• Financial Inclusion
• Consumer Policy
• Regulatory Policy
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Professor Martin Coppack is a Professor of Practice in Financial Inclusion and Consumer Policy at the University of Birmingham's School of Social Policy and Society, affiliated with the Centre on Household Assets and Savings Management (CHASM). His work focuses on advancing consumer-centric policies, particularly for low-income and vulnerable groups, with significant contributions to regulatory frameworks in essential services. He holds multiple advisory roles, including memberships in the HM Treasury Financial Inclusion Committee and the Pay.UK End User Advisory Committee. Education: MSc Consumer Studies, Syracuse University, 1998 Diploma in Special Education, College of Preceptors, 1996 Post Graduate Certificate of Education (Further Education), Keele University, 1995 BSc (Hons) Human Ecology, Bath Spa University, 1994 Research Interests: Eliminating the poverty premium in essential services Consumer vulnerability and inclusive design in financial systems Advocacy for regulatory policies prioritizing vulnerable consumers His publications highlight systemic issues in financial services, advocating for equitable access and policy reforms. He has led impactful initiatives, such as the Big Lottery Fund’s £31.7 million financial inclusion program and Fair By Design’s work on the poverty premium. Grants & Advisory Roles: Directed the Fair By Design initiative, shaping UK policy debates on fairness in essential services. Consulted widely with regulators, governments, and NGOs on consumer rights and financial inclusion. Labs & Teams: Active contributor to CHASM, focusing on household financial resilience and policy innovation.

Priti NarayanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Urban Development
• South Asia
• State-Society Relations
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Priti Narayan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Arts. Her research and teaching focus on urban processes and politics in India, with an emphasis on state-society relations, feminist methodologies, and public scholarship. Prior to joining UBC, she was a postdoctoral fellow at Princeton University’s Mellon Initiative in Architecture, Urbanism, and the Humanities. PhD in Geography, Rutgers University (2019) Narayan’s research explores how marginalized communities in Chennai, India, negotiate slum evictions through collective action. She collaborates with the Pennurimai Iyakkam (“Women’s Rights Movement”) to document working-class activists’ lived experiences and theorize their contributions to urban studies. Her work bridges academic and activist knowledge, advocating for interdisciplinary approaches to environmental justice and labor rights. Recent projects examine urban development in Tamil Nadu, labor codes, and occupational health for construction workers. Her academic publications span journals like Gender, Place & Culture , Urban Studies , and Environment and Planning D: Society and Space , often co-authored with local activists. She emphasizes ethnography, archival analysis, and collaborative methods. Scientific Awards : SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2023) UBC PRE Fund Award (2023) CIHR Operating Grant (Co-PI, 2021-23) Hampton New Faculty Research Grant Narayan supervises graduate students in Geography and Interdisciplinary Studies, including Varun Panickar and Paroma Wagle (postdoctoral). She currently does not accept new supervisees. Her courses at UBC include topics like urban environmental politics and climate change.

Marios KoutsiasView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Company Law
• Corporate Governance
• Comparative Company Law
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Marios Koutsias is a Senior Lecturer at Essex Law School, University of Essex, specializing in EU Commercial Law, Company Law, and Data Protection. He holds an LLB from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, an LLM in EU Law from the University of Essex, an MA in Politics and International Relations from King's College London, and a PhD in Law from the University of Essex. Prior to his academic career, he practiced as a lawyer on Greek Law and European Union Law in Thessaloniki and Brussels, and remains a member of the Thessaloniki Bar Association, Greece. His educational background includes: LLB from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece LLM in EU Law from University of Essex MA in Politics and International Relations from King's College, London PhD in Law from University of Essex Dr. Koutsias' research focuses on Company Law, Corporate Governance, Comparative Company Law, European Union Law with a special emphasis on the Internal Market, and Privacy and Data Protection. His work critically examines shareholder primacy versus stakeholder theory, the influence of national cultural identities on corporate governance frameworks, and the evolving landscape of data protection regulations in the digital economy. He has made significant contributions to understanding how Brexit might reshape European corporate governance paradigms and the tensions between commercial interests and privacy rights in global trade. His publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach, connecting theoretical legal concepts with practical commercial applications. The research trends show increasing focus on post-Brexit regulatory alignment, stakeholder governance models, and data protection challenges in international commerce. His most recent 2025 article argues that Brexit should not sever UK-EU privacy regulatory connections to protect both trade interests and human rights. Dr. Koutsias supervises PhD students in Law with expertise in corporate governance frameworks across different jurisdictions. His current supervisees include Tioluwani Comfort Tioluwani and Iman Abdulrahman M Alfaraj, while he has successfully guided seven PhD students to completion since 2016, including Christina Gkampitsaki (awarded January 2024) and Tioluwani Comfort Tioluwani (awarded December 2023). His teaching responsibilities encompass Company Law (LW225), Law of the European Union (LW302), Final Year Research Project (LW304), Introduction to the Law of the European Union (LW430), Industry Placement (LW811), and Data Protection Law in the Digital Age (LW656). He has secured research funding including the 2019 Mondaq KTP 2 grant from Innovate UK. Dr. Koutsias has co-authored three significant books: 'Company Law in the New Europe' and 'The Nature of Corporate Governance: The Significance of National Cultural Identity' (both Edward Elgar Publishers), and 'Company Law' by Palgrave with Professor Janet Dine, which is considered one of the leading textbooks in the field. He also serves as a Specialist Contributor to Gore Brown on EU Company Law publications, demonstrating his recognized expertise in this specialized area.

Mildred E. WarnerView profile

Professor

• Local Government Service Delivery
• Economic Development
• Environmental Sustainability
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Dr. Mildred E. Warner is a renowned Professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning at Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning. Her work spans local government service delivery, economic development, environmental sustainability, and multigenerational planning, with a focus on challenging gender biases and promoting social infrastructure as a catalyst for economic growth. She collaborates globally with local government associations, planners, and policy groups. Ph.D. in Development Sociology (1997), Cornell University M.S. in Agricultural Economics (1985), Cornell University B.A. in History (1979), Oberlin College Dr. Warner's research interrogates the impacts of privatization, fiscal decentralization, and market-driven approaches on local governance, emphasizing spatial inequality and rural-urban disparities. She investigates age- and gender-based planning, environmental policy, and pragmatic municipalism, with recent work analyzing water affordability, broadband access, and pandemic response strategies. Her comparative international studies span Canada, Ecuador, Honduras, the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and China. Her publications highlight trends in privatization , remunicipalization , public-private partnerships , and age-friendly urban planning . These works often intersect with public health policy , environmental justice , and social equity in service delivery. Scientific awards include the Margarita McCoy Award (2020) , Planning for Social Inclusion Award (2006) , and the Excellence in Research Award (2019) . She has secured major grants from the USDA, NIH, Pew Charitable Trusts, and international bodies to fund her work on aging, rural development, and infrastructure equity. Dr. Warner mentors graduate students in planning and public administration, advising on research design and community development. She directs the Local Government Restructuring Lab and co-founded the Community and Regional Development Institute at Cornell. Her expertise is frequently sought in policy circles and media profiles.

Marco LongobardoView profile

Associate Professor

• Public International Law
• International Humanitarian Law
• International Criminal Law
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Dr. Marco Longobardo is a Reader in International Law (equivalent to Associate Professor) at the University of Westminster's School of Law. He holds a master's degree from the University of Messina (2012) and a PhD from Sapienza University of Rome (2016). In 2023, he served as a Visiting Professor at the University of Trento, University of Messina, and Université Libre de Bruxelles. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His research specializes in Public International Law , with emphasis on International Humanitarian Law, International Criminal Law, Law of Armed Conflict, and Peacekeeping. Current projects examine military occupation, ICC jurisdiction, and ICJ procedures for community interests. His work is cited by the ICC Prosecutor, UN Special Rapporteurs, and national courts. Longobardo has published monographs with Cambridge University Press and articles in leading journals including the American Journal of International Law and European Journal of International Law . His scholarship analyzes trends in occupation law, IHL compliance, peacekeeping legitimacy, and human rights in conflict zones. Awards & Honors: Paul Reuter Prize (ICRC, 2021) Lieber Prize Honorable Mention (ASIL, 2023) Italian Society of International Law Prize (2021) Rosalyn Higgins Prize (Third Place, 2020) He mentors PhD students in international law topics and serves on editorial boards for the Journal of International Humanitarian Legal Studies and International Community Law Review . He is a member of the European Society of International Law and International Law Association.

• Law and Technology
• Youth Justice Policy
• Criminal Justice Reform
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Nessa Lynch holds the Matheson Lectureship in Law, Innovation, and Technology at University College Cork, Ireland. Previously, she served as an Associate Professor (2019–2022) and Senior Lecturer (2013–2019) at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. She also held roles as a Research Fellow and adjunct faculty there. Her research focuses on emerging technologies in law enforcement, youth justice, and children’s rights. Lynch advises governmental bodies, including New Zealand Police and the Data Ethics Advisory Group, on issues like facial recognition technology and biometric ethics. She has authored multiple books, including Youth Justice in New Zealand (3rd ed., 2019) and edited volumes on global youth justice trends. Her honors include the Engagement Excellent Award (2017) and Early Career Research Excellence Award (2014). Lynch is actively involved in policy reforms, including submissions on digital justice, pandemic law, and sentencing practices for youth offenders. Education: BCL (Law), University College Cork, 2003 LLM (Law), University College Cork, 2004 PhD (Law), University of Otago, 2009 Research Interests: Technology and law enforcement ethics Youth justice policy reforms Children’s rights in criminal proceedings Biometric surveillance regulation Recent Grants: Technology-Enabled Surveillance (2024–2026) Young Adults in the Criminal Justice System (2021–2022) Facial Recognition Technology Framework (2019–2020) Key Contributions: Policy Briefs on digital justice and facial recognition Expert testimony on policing ethics and sentencing Leadership roles in New Zealand’s Data Ethics Advisory Group and Policing Authorities Awards: Engagement Excellent Award, Victoria University of Wellington (2017) Early Career Research Excellence Award, Victoria University of Wellington (2014) Labs/Teams: Leading UCC’s interdisciplinary research on law-technology intersections Collaborations with global institutions like Terre des Hommes and the EU on child rights

Hans-Wolfgang MicklitzView profile

Professor

• European Union Law
• Consumer Law
• Digital Law
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Hans-Wolfgang Micklitz is a Part-Time Professor of Economic Law at the Department of Law of the European University Institute (EUI). He previously held roles such as Finland Distinguished Professor at the University of Helsinki (2016–2021), Head of the Department of Law at EUI (2012–2014), and Full-Time Professor at EUI (2007–2019). His academic career includes visiting professorships at institutions like the University of Columbia, University of Helsinki, and University of Bologna. Education : Studied law and sociology at universities in Mainz, Lausanne, Giessen, and Hamburg (LL.M. 1973). Earned a PhD in 1983 (on Repair Contracts) and Habilitation in International Product Safety Law (1991) from the University of Bremen. Research Focus : Specializes in European Regulatory Private Law, Digital Law, Consumer Protection, and the societal impact of technological change. Current projects include "Digital Transformations and Society" and collaborations on AI-driven legal compliance frameworks. His work bridges legal theory with practical regulatory challenges in digital markets and cross-border governance. Awards and Grants : Recipient of the prestigious ERC Grant (2011–2016), Finland Distinguished Professorship, and Doctor honoris causa from the University of Helsinki (2017). His research has generated over 2 million euros in funding, including the ERC CompuLaw project under Giovanni Sartor. Consultancy and Advisory Roles : Advised the European Commission, German/Austrian Ministries, and NGOs on consumer policy, EU law reforms, and digital governance. Involved in projects across Southeast Europe, Asia, and Africa through partnerships like GIZ. Editorial Contributions : Co-editor of Yearbook of European Law , Revue Internationale de Droit Économique , and Journal of Consumer Policy . Founded the Institute of European and Consumer Law (VIEW) in 1994.