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• Banking
• Insurance
• Mobile Banking
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Mehmet A. YILMAZ is an Assistant Professor at Edirne Social Sciences Vocational School, affiliated with Trakya University. His career spans over two decades, including roles as Lecturer, Deputy Director, and Education and Training Commission President. PhD in Business Administration (2020, Trakya University Institute of Social Sciences) Master's in Economics (1998, Trakya University Institute of Social Sciences) Bachelor's in Statistics (1991, Ankara University Faculty of Arts and Sciences) His research focuses on banking systems, insurance practices, mobile financial services, and statistical modeling. Recent publications analyze pandemic impacts on banking, agricultural insurance comparisons with EU standards, and mobile banking service quality. Key publication trends include digital finance innovations, risk management in insurance, and educational materials for vocational mathematics. He has contributed to international books on logistics and insurance claims management. Member of Board of Directors (2024–ongoing) Deputy Director (2017–2024) Education and Training Commission President (2016–2024)

Filip LindskogView profile

Professor

• Actuarial Mathematics
• Insurance Mathematics
• Financial Mathematics
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Filip Lindskog is a Professor of Insurance Mathematics at Stockholm University (SU) , where he heads the Mathematical Statistics division within the Department of Mathematics . With a background in financial mathematics and actuarial science, his research focuses on quantitative risk management, non-life insurance pricing, and applications of biostochastics and biostatistics. He has co-authored the textbook Risk and Portfolio Analysis: Principles and Methods (Springer, 2012) and supervises PhD students in actuarial mathematics. Education \n \n MSc in Engineering Physics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology (2000) \n PhD in Mathematical Statistics, ETH Zürich (2004) \n Research Interests Filip's work spans actuarial mathematics , financial risk modeling , and insurance analytics . He investigates stochastic processes in regime-switching environments, capital requirements for insurers, and mathematical frameworks for claims reserving. His recent publications emphasize machine learning applications in risk adjustment, asymptotic analysis of Poisson models, and regulatory compliance under IFRS 17.\n Scientific Contributions \n \n Editor, Scandinavian Actuarial Journal (2018–present) \n Director of SU's Master's Program in Actuarial Mathematics (2016–present) \n Head of SU's Mathematical Statistics Division (2018–present) \n \n Students and Collaborations Current and former PhD students include Nils Engler , Lina Palmborg , Jonas Alm , and Johan Nykvist . Former postdocs include Julie Thøgersen , Abhishek Pal Majumder , and Kristoffer Lindensjö . His research group explores discrete random structures, financial applications of biostatistics, and insurance modeling under capacity constraints.\n

Gregor LeckebuschView profile

Professor

• Meteorology
• Climatology
• Extreme Weather Events
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Professor Gregor Leckebusch is a leading academic in Meteorology and Climatology at the University of Birmingham. He holds the UK Met Office Joint Chair and serves as Director of the NERC DTP CENTA (2019-2022). His work bridges meteorological research with climate risk assessment, focusing on extreme weather impacts. University of Birmingham (2011-present) Freie University Berlin (Associate Professor, 2004-2010) University of Leipzig (Acting Chair, 2010-2011) His research centers on tropical cyclones, storm surges, and climate change impacts. He has sustained collaborations with reinsurance giants like SwissRe and CoreLogic-EQECAT, leveraging industry funding for projects on hazard connectivity and parametric insurance thresholds. Key projects include NERC Large Grant HURACAN and EPSRC IAA Energy Sector Resilience. Recent publications highlight expertise in CMIP6 model diagnostics, causality-guided decadal predictions, and statistical postprocessing of monsoon rainfall. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for climate action and sustainable cities. As a PhD supervisor, he welcomes candidates interested in extreme weather modeling and climate risk. He co-edits the journal Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to weather extremes.

Giacomo De LaurentisView profile

Professor

• Credit Risk Management
• Corporate Valuation
• Bank Regulation
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Giacomo De Laurentis is a Full Professor in the Department of Finance at Bocconi University, teaching Credit Risk Management, Corporate Finance, and Financial Markets. He previously held significant leadership roles at SDA Bocconi including Director of Executive Education Custom Programs Division for Banks and Financial Institutions (2013-2016), Director of Open Programs Division (2006-2012), and Director of Banking and Insurance Department (1996-2006). Education: Laurea in Political Economics, Università Bocconi International Teachers Programme (ITP), Centre HEC-ISA, Jouy-en-Josas His research spans corporate banking, credit risk management, corporate valuation, and banking regulation with current focus on Basel III frameworks, EBA guidelines, credit analysis, and specialized finance including leasing, factoring, and public-private partnerships. He examines organizational aspects of credit functions, loan policies, and banking strategy evolution. Recent publications (2020-2025) reveal concentrated research on regulatory impacts, particularly EBA lending guidelines and Basel III implementation. Key themes include critical analysis of regulatory contradictions, quantitative studies on collateral mechanisms, and NPL disposal methodologies within European banking contexts. His work consistently bridges theoretical finance with practical banking challenges. Professional Leadership: Scientific Coordinator, Risk & Supervision Annual Convention (ABI) Member, Credit Risk Management Committee (AIFIRM) Board Member, Fiditalia and SGMI (Societe Generale) Supervisory Body Member, Standard & Poor’s/McGraw-Hill Italy As an active consultant for major Italian banks and non-financial companies, De Laurentis translates academic research into industry practice. While specific PhD students aren't documented, his executive education leadership and industry collaborations demonstrate substantial mentorship impact across financial institutions.

Raghu Nandan SenguptaView profile

Professor

• Sequential Estimation
• Statistical Reliability Theory
• Risk Analysis
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Dr. Raghu Nandan Sengupta is a Professor at the Department of Management Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK). With a Ph.D. from IIM Calcutta and a BE in Mechanical Engineering from BIT Mesra, he has held visiting positions at institutions including Princeton University, University of Warsaw, and Technische Universität Dresden. His academic leadership includes serving as Head of Department (2017-2020) and Chairman of GATE/JAM-2025. Research Focus: Sequential Estimation, Statistical Reliability Theory, Risk Analysis, Optimization Techniques in Finance, Meta Heuristic Algorithms, and Robust Optimization His publications span topics like reliability-based portfolio optimization , multiobjective decision-making , and brand sensitivity in B2B marketing . Key awards include DAAD Research Stays, EU-NAMASTE Erasmus Mundus Fellowship, and Indo-US S&T Forum Fellowship. He has advised 16 PhD students and contributed to editorial boards of journals including Sequential Analysis and Foundations of Computing and Decision Sciences . Scientific Awards: DAAD Research Stays (2017, 2015) EU-NAMASTE Erasmus Mundus Fellowship (2015) Indo-US S&T Forum Fellowship (2008) Erasmus Mundus Europe Asia Fellowship (2011) He has taught courses such as Probability and Statistics , Quantitative Methods for Decision Making , and Security Analysis & Portfolio Management at IITK, University of Warsaw, and IGIDR Mumbai. His work bridges statistical inference , financial engineering , and operations research , emphasizing practical applications in industry and academia.

• 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.

• Type 2 Diabetes Prevention
• Obesity Management
• Low-Carbohydrate Nutrition Interventions
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Dina Griauzde serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School, with dual appointments at the University of Michigan North Campus Research Complex and the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center. She holds center memberships at the Caswell Diabetes Institute, Eisenberg Family Depression Center, and Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to metabolic health. Her research focuses on designing and testing novel interventions for type 2 diabetes prevention and developing primary care-based obesity management strategies. Key areas include low-carbohydrate nutrition interventions, continuous glucose monitoring applications, insurance coverage policies for weight-loss medications, and community health worker-led programs for underserved populations. Her work bridges clinical practice, health policy, and implementation science to address metabolic health disparities. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong emphasis on practical implementation of dietary interventions in real-world settings, particularly among Veterans and low-income populations. She examines both clinical outcomes (like metabolic health improvements) and systemic barriers (such as insurance coverage limitations for GLP-1 medications), with increasing focus on digital health tools and peer support models since 2023. Dr. Griauzde leads multiple NIH and VA-funded initiatives including the Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes (MCT2D), the INSPIRA diabetes prevention pilot, and studies on very low-carbohydrate programs for metabolic liver disease. Her grants portfolio demonstrates expertise in designing mixed-methods trials that combine clinical interventions with policy analysis, particularly regarding access to obesity treatments. She actively contributes to clinical education through presentations on low-carbohydrate diets, obesity management in primary care, and cardiometabolic strategies, with her 2024 JAMA Network Open publication on weight navigation programs receiving significant media attention (157 news outlets).

Nadine GatzertView profile

Professor

• Enterprise Risk Management
• Cyber Risk Management
• Sustainability in Insurance
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Prof. Dr. Nadine Gatzert is a leading academic in the field of Insurance Economics and Risk Management, currently holding the Chair of Insurance Economics and Risk Management at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU). Her research spans enterprise risk management, cyber risk, sustainability, and financial risk modeling under Solvency II and policyholder behavior. Her work integrates empirical and theoretical approaches, focusing on the intersection of risk management, insurance strategies, and broader financial implications. Key trends in her recent articles highlight sustainability in insurance, climate risk dependencies, and behavioral economics in annuity uptake decisions. Member of the board of Forum V (Northern Bavarian Institute for Insurance Science and Economics) Board member of the German Association of Insurance Science Advisor to the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) Former Vice President for Research at FAU and Research Dean of its Faculty of Economics and Business Administration

• Accounting
• Financial Accounting
• IFRS
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Kenichi Akiba is a Professor at the Graduate School of Accountancy, Faculty of Commerce, Waseda University since 2009. He previously held professional roles at KPMG AZSA LLC (2007-2009) and Asahi Audit Corporation (1986-1998). His academic work focuses on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) , Corporate Disclosure , and Lease Accounting . Education: Yokohama National University, School of Business Administration (1986) Research interests center on international accounting standards, fair value accounting, and financial reporting frameworks. His recent work examines IFRS conceptual developments, lease accounting reforms, and ESG integration into financial statements. He received the 67th Nikkei Economic Book Cultural Award (2024) for his book Freedom from Investment Risk . His publications span topics like amortized cost accounting, revenue recognition standards, and IFRS convergence projects, with a focus on Japanese compliance. Professional activities include committee memberships at the Japan Securities Analysts Association, National Tax Council, and Deposit Insurance Corporation of Japan. He has served as a visiting researcher at the Bank of Japan and held board positions at Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance and JAFCO Group.

Claus MunkView profile

Professor

• Financial Economics
• Portfolio Management
• Life-Cycle Planning
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Claus Munk is a Professor at Copenhagen Business School's Department of Finance, where he researches dynamic asset allocation, life-cycle financial planning, and housing economics. His work employs stochastic modeling to analyze consumption-investment decisions under uncertainty. Research interests focus on: Optimal portfolio strategies across life stages Housing market interactions with financial decisions Retirement savings mechanisms and decumulation Stochastic interest rate and income risk modeling Welfare implications of financial regulations Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on life-cycle finance since 1998, with recent emphasis on retirement systems (2019), mortgage structures (2018), and ETF-based portfolios (2024). Methodologically, his work combines theoretical frameworks with empirical validation using household data. Professor Munk maintains research collaborations with Goethe University Frankfurt economists and co-advises projects through Copenhagen Business School. His personal academic website is available at: http://sites.google.com/view/clausmunk/home

• Enterprise Risk Management
• Risk Theory
• Incentive Contracting
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Siwei Gao serves as Associate Professor at Eastern Kentucky University with professional affiliations as Fellow of the Life Management Institute (FLMI) and Associate in Risk Management. His academic appointments reflect deep integration between theoretical research and industry applications in risk disciplines. His educational credentials include: Ph.D. from Temple University B.A. from Shanghai University of Finance & Economics Professor Gao's research centers on Enterprise Risk Management, Risk Theory, and Incentive Contracting, with significant contributions to insurance applications (business interruption during crises, employee fraud coverage) and interdisciplinary work in operational research for sustainable mining and computational economics modeling talent-driven growth. His approach consistently bridges quantitative methodologies with practical business solutions. Analysis of his 2016-2021 publications reveals a strategic evolution toward complex, real-world risk scenarios—particularly pandemic impacts and sustainability challenges—while maintaining core expertise in utility theory and incentive structures. This trajectory demonstrates increasing engagement with global economic disruptions through rigorous modeling. His notable recognitions include: Jack Dyer Excellence in Teaching Award (2016) Best Paper Award at Appalachian Research in Business Symposium (2016) As an active researcher and educator, Professor Gao likely advises graduate students in quantitative risk fields. His sustained publication record in top-tier journals suggests ongoing research momentum, though specific grant details aren't documented. His dual teaching-research awards highlight exceptional commitment to both student development and scholarly innovation. No dedicated research laboratory or team structure is mentioned in available materials.

• Agricultural Economics
• Rural Development
• Agricultural Policy
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Professor Zeljko Vasko is a distinguished full professor at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Banja Luka, with dual professorships in Agricultural Economics and Rural Development (awarded May 2019) and Economic Planning and Development (awarded April 2020). His academic career spans over two decades of research and teaching in agricultural economics, with a specific focus on the Bosnian context. Professor Vasko's research interests encompass agricultural economics, rural development, agricultural policy, food security, agricultural trade, rural finance, and project management in agriculture. His scholarly work addresses critical issues facing Bosnian agriculture, including trade integration with European markets, sustainable agricultural practices, rural tourism development, and the economic viability of agricultural production systems. Recent publications demonstrate his engagement with contemporary challenges such as pandemic impacts on food systems and the implementation of the EU Green Agenda in Bosnia and Herzegovina. His extensive publication record, spanning from 1997 through 2025, shows consistent scholarly productivity with numerous articles in international journals covering agricultural economics and policy. His research often combines theoretical economic analysis with practical field studies, producing policy-relevant insights for Bosnian agricultural development. Professor Vasko's work frequently examines the intersection of local agricultural systems with broader regional and international frameworks, particularly regarding EU integration processes. As an educator, Professor Vasko teaches across all academic cycles at the Faculty of Agriculture, offering courses in project management, rural financing, investment analysis, and agricultural planning. His teaching reflects his research expertise, providing students with both theoretical foundations and practical applications in agricultural economics and rural development. Full Professor in Agricultural Economics and Rural Development (since May 2019) Full Professor in Economic Planning and Development (since April 2020) Author of over 100 scholarly publications from 1997-2025 Contributor to multiple strategic agricultural development plans for Bosnia and Herzegovina Active participant in international research collaborations and projects Professor Vasko's work bridges academic research with practical policy applications, making significant contributions to understanding and improving agricultural systems in Bosnia and Herzegovina. His research continues to evolve with emerging challenges in agricultural economics and rural development, maintaining relevance to both academic discourse and practical policy implementation.

• Actuarial Science
• Mortality Risk Modelling
• Climate Change Impact
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Dr. Han Li is an Associate Professor at the Centre for Actuarial Studies within the Department of Economics at the University of Melbourne. She also serves as an Associate Investigator at the ARC Centre of Excellence in Population Ageing Research. Previously, she held academic positions at the University of New South Wales and Macquarie University (2016-2021). Her educational background includes: PhD in Econometrics and Business Statistics from Monash University Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Actuarial Studies from University of Melbourne Her research focuses on: Longevity and mortality risk modeling using advanced statistical methods Impact of climate change on insurance systems Ageing populations and retirement security Catastrophe bond pricing and extreme event forecasting She applies econometric techniques to actuarial challenges, with particular emphasis on forecasting methodologies. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on mortality forecasting (2025), catastrophe modeling (2025), and health disparities (2024), with consistent application of statistical and machine learning approaches across insurance and demographic research. Awards and recognition: 2023: Dean's Research Engagement and Partnership Award (University of Melbourne) 2018: Mollie Holman Doctoral Medal for Thesis Excellence (Monash University) Research funding sources include: Australian Research Council (ARC) Society of Actuaries Casualty Actuarial Society Australia-Germany Joint Research Cooperation Scheme (DAAD) Major projects include 'Catastrophe Loss Prediction via NLP' (2022-2025) and 'Quantitative Analysis of Systemic Risk in Insurance'.

Madhusudan AcharyyaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Risk Management
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Operational Risk Management
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Dr. Madhusudan Acharyya serves as a Senior Lecturer at Glasgow Caledonian University London, where he focuses on risk management research and education. His academic work spans financial and non-financial risk domains with particular expertise in enterprise risk management frameworks, operational risk, and regulatory compliance. Dr. Acharyya's research interests form a comprehensive portfolio addressing critical risk challenges across multiple sectors. His work encompasses enterprise risk management, operational risk management, capital adequacy regulations, corporate risk governance, climate change risk, alternative risk financing mechanisms, micro-finance, micro-insurance, and SME risk management. These interests demonstrate both theoretical depth and practical relevance to contemporary risk challenges facing organizations globally. Analysis of his publication history from 2006 through projected 2026 reveals consistent scholarly output with increasing focus on emerging risk domains. His research demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between traditional financial risk management and newer areas like cyber-risk, climate adaptation, and pandemic response. The trajectory shows evolution from foundational risk management studies toward more specialized applications in emerging risk areas. Dr. Acharyya actively supervises PhD students and welcomes inquiries from potential candidates interested in developing research proposals within his expertise areas. His work connects with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, demonstrating commitment to research with societal impact. His publications appear in reputable journals including Expert Systems with Applications, The Geneva Papers on Risk and Insurance, and Risk Management and Insurance Review.

Paul EhlingView profile

Professor

• Asset Pricing
• Derivatives
• Corporate Risk Management
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Paul Ehling is a Professor of Finance at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo, Norway, where he has taught since 2005. He previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Pennsylvania State University. His academic credentials include a PhD from HEC Lausanne and undergraduate/graduate degrees from the University of Basel. His research spans: Asset pricing, derivatives, and portfolio optimization Corporate risk management and financial economics ESG investing and sustainable finance Business cycles, inflation modeling, and tax-efficient trading His publications frequently explore the intersection of theoretical finance and empirical market behavior, with recent emphasis on ESG customization, cyclical risk factors, and investor learning. Teaching includes PhD-level Asset Pricing Theory and MSc Derivatives courses. Industry experience includes consultancy on risk management and derivatives valuation for corporations. No scientific awards or current student advisees are listed.