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• Applied Mathematics
• Continuum Mechanics
• Integro-Differential Equations
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Ганна Анатоліївна Шишканова is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Mathematics within the Faculty of Computer Science and Technologies at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University. With over two decades of academic experience since 1999, she holds the academic title of Associate Professor and a Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences degree. Her expertise spans applied mathematics, continuum mechanics, and mathematical modeling, with significant contributions to contact mechanics and econometrics. Zaporizhzhia State University (Applied Mathematics, Specialist) Zaporizhia National Technical University (Entrepreneurship, Master's degree, 2019) Dr. Shyshkanova's research focuses on solving complex mathematical problems in engineering and economics. Her work in spatial contact problems with unknown contact regions has practical applications in structural engineering and green building design. She has developed innovative approaches to multidimensional integro-differential equations and applied catastrophe theory to various scientific domains. Her recent research has expanded into econometrics, applying mathematical models to business optimization and economic forecasting. Her 77 scientific publications demonstrate consistent scholarly output across multiple disciplines, with recent work addressing sustainable construction, cylindrical structure deformation, and precision alloy production. The publications reveal a trend toward interdisciplinary research that bridges applied mathematics with practical engineering and economic challenges. Certificate of Merit on the 110th anniversary of ZNTU (2010) Certificate of Merit on the 115th anniversary from Zaporizhzhia City Council (2015) Honorary Certificate for long-term work and contribution to technical education (2021) Appreciation from NU "Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic" for 50th anniversary (2023) Certificate from Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration (2023) Dr. Shyshkanova teaches Higher Mathematics, Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics, Optimization Methods and Models, and Econometrics. Her pedagogical approach integrates traditional instruction with innovative distance learning technologies to enhance student engagement with mathematical concepts. She has contributed to educational methodology through research on student evaluation systems and the application of mixed learning approaches to mathematical disciplines.

Kathleen O'ConnorView profile

Lecturer

• Syntax
• Phonology
• First Language Acquisition
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Kathleen O'Connor is a Lecturer in English Linguistics at the Department of English Studies (Angellier), Université de Lille. She is a member of UMR 8163 Savoirs, Textes, Langage and holds a doctorate in English linguistics from Charles-de-Gaulle University – Lille 3 (2008). Her academic career spans teaching and research roles in France and the USA, with a focus on syntax, phonology, and language acquisition. 1993: BA in French, magna cum laude, Washington and Lee University 1997-1998: MA in French Literature and Linguistics, Indiana University 2008: Doctorate in English linguistics, Université de Lille 3 Her research explores the syntax-phonology interface, particularly in apposition structures across English, French, and Shingazidja. She investigates learner autonomy, tandem language learning, and phonological development in children. Recent work examines metacognitive strategies in teletandem environments and dialectal features of Northern French. Notable trends in her publications include comparative syntax studies, prosody-syntactic interactions, and applications of Optimality Theory to language acquisition. Awards highlight teaching excellence (1999) and educational innovation (2011). Scientific Awards: Elizabeth C. Garrett Award, Washington and Lee University (1992) Award of Excellence & Peter Cannings Prize, Indiana University (1999) Educational Innovation Award, Université de Lille (2011) She has supervised students at the Language Resource Center (2007-2009) and currently leads English Language Readers at Université de Lille 3. Collaborations include co-authorships with Cyril Auran, Rudy Loock, and Cédric Patin.

• Second Language Acquisition
• Spanish Language Teaching
• Corpus Linguistics
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Joseph Collentine serves as Professor in the Department of Global Languages and Cultures at Northern Arizona University, where his research centers on second language acquisition with specialized focus on Spanish linguistics. His scholarly contributions span corpus-based methodologies, pragmatic competence development, and comparative analysis of language learning contexts including study-abroad versus traditional classroom environments. Collentine's research portfolio demonstrates deep engagement with structural and functional aspects of Spanish as a second language, particularly examining subjunctive mood acquisition, syntactic complexity, and discourse functions. His work integrates corpus linguistics with pedagogical applications, investigating how technological tools like virtual environments and corpus resources enhance language instruction. Recent publications highlight evolving trends toward technology-mediated language learning and teacher training in corpus utilization. His publication record shows consistent scholarly output from 2004 through 2024, with significant contributions to major reference works including The Handbook of Spanish Second Language Acquisition and The Routledge Encyclopedia of Second Language Acquisition. While no scientific awards are documented in the source material, his h-index of 4 and 502 Scopus citations reflect substantial academic impact within applied linguistics. No information regarding student advising, research grants, or laboratory affiliations appears in the provided texts.

Dabo GuanView profile

Professor

• Ecological economics
• International climate change mitigation policies
• Climate change adaptation modeling
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Dabo Guan is a Professor in Climate Change Economics and the Low Carbon Transition at the The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction , University College London. He also holds a Distinguished Professor position at Tsinghua University's Department of Earth System Science. His expertise spans ecological economics , emission accounting , and input-output modeling for climate policy applications. Fellow of Institution of Civil Engineering (FICE) Fellow of Academy of Social Sciences (FAcSS) Fellow of Royal Geographical Society Chief Editor of Global Environmental Change Editor of Earth's Future His research interests focus on climate change mitigation strategies, carbon footprint analysis, and sustainable resource management. With over 260 publications including Nature , Science , and PNAS papers, he maintains an h-index of 83 and has received Leontief Prize three times, Philip Leverhulme Prize , and PNAS Cozzarelli Prize . His work on climate change and beer drought earned the Altmetric Top 100 award in 2018. As a Highly Cited Researcher (2018-2022), he leads international consortium projects funded by the Natural Science Foundation of China , Ministry of Science and Technology , and Newton Fund . He teaches courses on Global Challenges in Human-Infrastructure Environmental Interactions , Input-Output Analysis , and Carbon Accounting at UCL.

• International Trade
• Outsourcing
• Firm Productivity
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Giuseppe BERLINGIERI is an Associate Professor in Economics at ESSEC Business School since 2022, with prior roles as Assistant Professor (2015–2022). He holds affiliations as a Research Associate at the Center for Economic Performance (CEP) of the London School of Economics (LSE) and THEMA research center at the University of Cergy-Pontoise. His research spans international trade, outsourcing, firm productivity, sectoral reallocation, and technology diffusion. PhD in Economics (LSE, 2013) M.Res. in Economics (LSE, 2008) Laurea Magistrale in Management Engineering (University of Genoa, 2005) His work examines how firms organize global supply chains, the impact of service offshoring on export dynamics, and structural shifts in productivity distribution. Recent projects analyze technology diffusion and its policy determinants. Awards include the 2024 Fondo Italiano per la Scienza grant and the 2020 Emergence Project from CY Initiative of Excellence. Reviewed for journals like American Economic Review and Journal of International Economics Co-directed PhD theses at ESSEC and served on juries at École Polytechnique Contributed to policy work at OECD (2013–2024)

• Wireless Communication
• Antenna Design
• Microwave Engineering
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Pyry Kiviharju is a doctoral researcher at the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering , affiliated with the School of Electrical Engineering at Aalto University . His work focuses on wireless communication systems, antenna design, and biomedical engineering. School: School of Electrical Engineering (Aalto University) Department: Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering Research Interests : Kiviharju's research spans wireless communication, particularly in-body to out-body radio links, and the design of microwave-optical components for biomedical applications like wireless capsule endoscopy. His work also explores polarized MIMO systems, channel matrix eigenvalues, and antenna systems for data transmission. Publications : His recent work includes a feasibility study for microwave-optical components in biomedical devices and an investigation into polarized MIMO for in-body communication. These articles highlight his expertise in wireless transmission, radio link analysis, and optical device engineering.

Kerstin HötteView profile

Researcher

• Economics
• Technological Change
• Macroeconomics
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Kerstin Hötte is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Oxford Martin Programme on Technological and Economic Change. Her academic journey includes studying economics at the Universities of Tübingen and Bonn in Germany, followed by a joint PhD from Paris-1 Sorbonne-Panthéon and Bielefeld Universities. Her research focuses on the economics of technology transitions, particularly how incumbent technologies are replaced by new alternatives, combining theoretical macroeconomic models with empirical analyses of technological learning dynamics and industrial evolution. Her work explores the interplay between science, technology, and input-output networks, with a major application in transitioning to climate-friendly technologies. Key themes include the impact of automation and taxation, demand-pull versus technology-push drivers, skill transferability in labor markets, and the role of artificial intelligence as a general-purpose technology. These studies contribute to understanding the economic and social implications of technological disruption. Her empirical approaches leverage patent data and systematic literature reviews to analyze innovation patterns and diffusion pathways. While no specific awards or student advising details are listed, her research is closely tied to global challenges like climate change and technological unemployment.

• Applied Economics
• Computable General Equilibrium
• Regional Economic Analysis
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Manuel Alejandro Cardenete Flores is a faculty member at the Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Department of Economics. His research focuses on applied economic modeling, particularly using Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) and Social Accounting Matrices (SAM) to analyze regional economies, structural changes, and policy impacts. His work includes studies on the inflationary effects of European Regional Policy, tax policy in Andalusia, and labor market dynamics during economic crises. He has collaborated with researchers like M. Carmen Lima Díaz and contributed to multisectoral models of the Andalusian economy. Key methodologies include input-output analysis , structural path analysis , and multiplier decomposition .

Banu DemirView profile

Associate Professor

• International Trade
• Trade Finance
• Multinational Firms
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Banu Demir is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Oxford and a Tutorial Fellow at Brasenose College. She also holds a part-time appointment as Professor of Applied Regional Economics at Erasmus School of Economics. She is currently on leave from Bilkent University, where she previously served as Assistant Professor. Additionally, she is a research affiliate of CEPR (International Trade and Regional Economics programme) and an affiliate of the CESifo Research Network in Munich. Education: She earned her DPhil in Economics from the University of Oxford in 2012. Research Interests: Her research spans International Trade, Trade Finance, Multinational Firms, and Development Economics. Key focus areas include: The impact of trade policies and financial constraints on global supply chains Infrastructure development (digital and physical) in emerging economies Environmental policy leakages in international trade systems Gender parity through technological investments Publications Overview: Her recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate a strong empirical focus on trade dynamics, with recurring themes: trade policy analysis, production network vulnerabilities, infrastructure-development linkages, and environmental economics. Methodologically, her work employs large-scale datasets to examine causal relationships in international trade systems, particularly in developing economies. Contact Information: Oxford Office: Department of Economics, Manor Road Building, Oxford OX1 3UQ, UK Emails: banu.demirpakel@economics.ox.ac.uk, banup@bilkent.edu.tr Phone: +90 312 290 2228 (Bilkent)

• Applied Economics
• Ecological Economics
• Environmental Economics
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Esther Velazquez Alonso serves as Professor in the Department of Economics, Quantitative Methods and Economic History at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, specializing in Applied Economics with cross-disciplinary engagement in ecological systems. Her research program integrates quantitative methodologies to address critical environmental challenges: Water consumption and pollution dynamics through input-output modeling Political ecology frameworks for resource governance Economic structures in agroecological transitions Historical analysis of environmental economics She actively contributes to doctoral training across four specialized programs: Agroecology, Environmental History, Ecological Economics, and Political Ecology. Her foundational work stems from a 2001 doctoral thesis analyzing Andalusian water systems using graph theory and input-output models under supervision of Dr. Vicent Alcántara Escolano and Dr. Federico Aguilera Klink.

Seyed Ali GhorashiView profile

Associate Professor

• Optimization
• Signal processing
• Digital health
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Dr. Seyed Ali Ghorashi is a Reader (equivalent to Associate Professor) in the Department of Engineering & Computing at the University of East London's School of Architecture Computing and Engineering. With over 20 years of experience in both industry and academia, he holds significant professional recognition including Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Senior Member of IEEE, and professional membership in the British Computer Society. His educational background includes BSc and MSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Tehran, and a PhD in Telecommunications and Networks from King's College London where he also worked as a postdoctoral researcher. He has held academic positions in the UK and Middle East and worked as a Senior Researcher at Samsung Electronics (UK) Ltd. Dr. Ghorashi's research spans multiple cutting-edge domains with particular emphasis on practical AI applications. His work integrates telecommunications, signal processing, and machine learning to address real-world challenges in digital health, 5G/6G networks, IoT, smart cities, and robotics. Recent research directions include Digital Health, AI for Sustainability, Digital Twin technologies, Internet of Behavior, and applications of Generative Adversarial Networks. His publication record shows consistent output in high-impact venues with a focus on human activity recognition using wireless signals, indoor positioning systems, radar technology, and structural damage assessment. The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between telecommunications engineering, computer vision, and practical AI applications across multiple sectors. Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Senior Member of IEEE Professional member of the British Computer Society (BCS) Four US patents Google Scholar: H-index 32, i10-index 84 Dr. Ghorashi has supervised over 200 MSc students, 16 PhD candidates, and 2 post-doctoral researchers. His research has been supported by significant projects including UK Mobile VCE (Core 2 & 4), the European Dreams4Cars project, 3GPP technical meetings, and an EPSRC project at King's College London. He serves as a technical reviewer for prestigious journals including IEEE Transactions on Cybernetics, IEEE IoT Journal, and IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications, and has guest-edited special issues on Machine Learning in IoT. He leads research within the AI Centre for Public Sector and Smart Cities Research Group, focusing on applying advanced computational techniques to urban infrastructure and public service challenges. His current work bridges theoretical advances in machine learning with practical implementations in telecommunications infrastructure and healthcare applications.

Timo TohmoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Regional Economics
• Cultural Economics
• Tourism Economics
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Timo Tohmo is an Assistant Professor in Economics at the School of Business and Economics, University of Jyväskylä, Finland. His research focuses on regional economics, cultural economics, tourism economics, and economic impact studies. Research Interests Regional economics with emphasis on input-output modeling and regional heterogeneity Cultural economics, particularly valuation of art and culture institutions Tourism economics and economic impact analysis of large-scale events Non-survey methods for regional economic structure estimation Research Groups Jyväskylä International Macro and Finance (JyIMaF): International finance and macroeconomic topics Empirical Microeconomics (EME): Labor economics, health economics, and economics of education

Casiano Alberto Manrique De Lara PeñateView profile

Professor

• Tourism Economics
• Maritime Transport Economics
• Applied Economics
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Casiano Alberto Manrique De Lara Peñate is a Professor in the Department of Applied Economic Analysis at the Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, School of Economics Business and Tourism. His academic work spans multiple research groups including GIR Economy Trade and Maritime Transport, Institute of Tourism and Sustainable Economic Development, and GIR Quantitative Finance and Computational Finance. His research interests focus on Tourism Economics , Maritime Transport Economics , and Applied Economic Modeling . Professor Manrique has developed innovative approaches to social accounting matrices, value-added accounting, and tax fraud detection using network analysis. His work bridges theoretical economics with practical applications in tourism, transportation, and business accounting. Professor Manrique's recent publications demonstrate consistent high-impact research in top-tier journals across tourism economics, operations research, and economic modeling. His work shows particular strength in applying quantitative methods to solve complex economic problems in tourism and maritime sectors. Among his notable contributions are: Methodologies for measuring input inefficiencies in the hotel industry Models for understanding fraud in consumption taxes using evolutionary game theory Multi-criteria frameworks for fleet deployment considering environmental impacts Innovative approaches to value-added accounting and business accounting matrices Professor Manrique maintains active research collaborations across Europe, particularly with institutions in Sweden and Germany, focusing on maritime transport optimization and tax compliance systems. His work combines rigorous economic theory with practical applications that address contemporary challenges in tourism management, sustainable transportation, and financial accountability.

• Industrial Decarbonization
• Sustainable Materials
• Life Cycle Assessment
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Heather P. H. Liddell is an Assistant Professor at Purdue University, jointly appointed in the School of Mechanical Engineering and the School of Sustainability Engineering & Environmental Engineering. She is also a Faculty Affiliate in the Institute for a Sustainable Future (ISF). PhD, Materials Science (University of Rochester, 2010–2014) MS, Mechanical Engineering (University of Rochester, 2008–2010) BS, Mechanical Engineering (University of Rochester, 2004–2008) Her research focuses on industrial decarbonization, sustainable materials, and fracture mechanics. She specializes in life cycle assessment (LCA) of emerging technologies, environmentally extended input-output (EEIO) modeling, and energy efficiency in manufacturing. Her work addresses circular economy metrics, carbon fiber composites, and thermal-barrier coatings. Her recent publications analyze decarbonization trends in industrial subsectors, environmental impacts of carbon fiber manufacturing, and EEIO modeling for circular economy applications. These studies highlight her emphasis on quantifying sustainability metrics and optimizing material use. DOE EnergyTech University Prize 2024 Faculty Explorer Award : Recognizes novel energy technology commercialization education initiatives. Above and Beyond Awards (Energetics) : Received in 2015, 2016, 2021, and 2022 for outstanding performance. DOE Secretary’s Appreciation Award (2016) : Honors contributions to the 2015 Quadrennial Technology Review. DOT Secretary’s Honor Award (2014) : Recognizes STEM mentoring for at-risk youth. Helmut Weymann Prize (2008) : Acknowledges undergraduate ingenuity in engineering experimentation. While no formal advising history is documented, her roles at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory and Department of Energy involved mentoring and collaborative research. She also contributes to clean energy technology frameworks and industrial sustainability policy development.

Dimitrios TsiotasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Regional Science
• Regional Economics
• Transport and Spatial Economics
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Dimitrios Tsiotas serves as Assistant Professor of Regional Economics and Regional Development at the Department of Regional and Economic Development, Agricultural University of Athens (Amfissa, Greece). He has established himself as a prominent researcher in regional science with over 180 publications and significant editorial roles in major journals including serving as Co-Editor of Spatial Economic Analysis (Taylor and Francis) and on the editorial boards of Regional Science Inquiry , Theoretical and Empirical Researches in Urban Management , and Management Research and Practice . His educational background reflects an interdisciplinary approach with two undergraduate degrees in Aeronautical Engineering (Ikarus School-SMA, 2001) and Mathematics (NKUA, 2008), followed by postgraduate studies in Spatial Planning, Urban Planning and Regional Development Engineering (University of Thessaly, 2009) and Mathematics (AUTH, 2010). He completed his PhD in 2016 from the University of Thessaly. Dr. Tsiotas' research bridges economics, geography, and network science with particular focus on Regional Science and Economics, Transport and Spatial Economics, Urban Economics and Planning, and Complex Network Analysis. His work demonstrates how network methodologies can be applied to understand regional economic structures, transportation systems, and spatial development patterns. His research has evolved to incorporate advanced network analysis techniques to study economic resilience, interregional flows, and the topology of transportation networks. His extensive publication record reveals a consistent pattern of applying network science methodologies to regional economic questions, with increasing focus on multilayer network approaches, economic resilience measurement, and the spatial dimensions of economic development. Recent work shows growing interest in the European Union's regional development patterns, labor market networks, and the application of 3D resilience frameworks to financial crises. Dr. Tsiotas maintains active editorial responsibilities across multiple regional science journals, reflecting his standing in the academic community. His editorial work includes serving as Co-Editor of Spatial Economic Analysis , membership on the Editorial Board of Regional Science Inquiry , Theoretical and Empirical Researches in Urban Management , and Management Research and Practice , and advisory roles for other journals. He teaches courses including Urban Economics I & II, Econometrics II, Natural Resource Economics, and Regional Economics I & II, demonstrating his expertise across core areas of regional economic analysis. His office hours are scheduled Wednesday 16:00-17:00, Thursday 14:00-15:00, and Friday 16:00-16:30.