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• Economic Theory
• Finance
• Behavioral Economics
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Dr. Emanuela Sciubba is a Reader in Economics at Birkbeck Business School, part of Birkbeck, University of London. Her research focuses on economic theory, finance, and behavioral economics, with a particular emphasis on social networks, trust dynamics, and experimental economics. She has supervised five doctoral researchers, including current supervisees Cornel Todirica and Marcel Lee, and has mentored alumni such as René Levesley and Angelo Diamantopoulos. Her teaching modules include Corporate Finance, Microeconomics, and Behavioral Economics and Finance. Dr. Sciubba’s work explores topics like trust and cooperation in social networks, decision-making under ambiguity, and the structural similarities in game-theoretic models. Her research has been published in journals such as the International Journal of Financial Studies, Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, and Economic Theory. Her recent studies investigate anonymity in financial markets, relational aspects of trust, and public good provision in endogenous networks. She employs experimental methods to analyze how social structures influence economic behavior, contributing to our understanding of cooperation, risk-sharing, and network formation.

Zhenyu CuiView profile

Associate Professor

• Financial Engineering
• Insurance Analytics
• Operations Research
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Zhenyu Cui is an Associate Professor of Financial Engineering at the School of Business, Stevens Institute of Technology. He holds a PhD in Statistics from the University of Waterloo and a BS in Actuarial Science from the University of Hong Kong. His research focuses on financial engineering, insurance analytics, and operations research, with notable contributions to stochastic volatility models, Monte Carlo simulation, and financial systemic risk. He has published in top journals such as Mathematical Finance, SIAM Journal on Financial Mathematics, and European Journal of Operational Research. Education: PhD (2013, Statistics, University of Waterloo); MS (2010, Quantitative Finance, University of Waterloo); BS (2008, Actuarial Science, University of Hong Kong). Research Interests: Financial Systemic Risk, Monte Carlo Methods, Stochastic Volatility, Option Pricing, and Risk Management. His work bridges theoretical finance and practical applications, emphasizing robust pricing techniques and computational methods. Grants include leadership roles in NSF-funded projects on quantum algorithms for financial risk management and collaborations with institutions like Accenture and the Society of Actuaries. Awards include recognition for top-cited articles and editorial excellence.

Kevin StroupeView profile

Professor

• Health Economics
• Health Policy Analysis
• Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
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Kevin Stroupe is a Professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences at Loyola University Chicago's Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health. He is also a researcher at the Center of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare, funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs at Hines VA Hospital. His research focuses on health economics, cost-effectiveness analysis, and policy evaluation, particularly in veterans' healthcare systems. Stroupe holds a BS in Mathematical Sciences from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a PhD in Economics from Indiana University Bloomington. Education: BS in Mathematical Sciences (Computer Science concentration), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill MA in Economics, Indiana University Bloomington PhD in Economics, Indiana University Bloomington Research Interests: Computational statistics, pharmacoeconomics, health policy analysis, and economic evaluation of healthcare interventions. His work emphasizes veterans' healthcare utilization, dual eligibility for VA and Medicare benefits, and opioid prescription safety. Publications highlight trends in veterans' medication use, cost-effectiveness of treatments (e.g., low-vision rehabilitation, deep brain stimulation), and policy impacts on healthcare access. His research bridges economic analysis with practical healthcare challenges, addressing systemic issues in veterans' care coordination and policy implementation. Awards: None explicitly listed in the text. Advising & Grants: While specific advisees are not listed, Stroupe's work involves collaborations with researchers across VA hospitals and academic institutions. Grants may fund his projects on veterans' healthcare economics and policy evaluation. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Center of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare, focusing on chronic disease management in veterans.

Frank de JongView profile

Professor

• Risk Management
• Financial Markets
• Pension Fund Valuation
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Frank de Jong is a Full Professor at Tilburg University's Tilburg School of Economics and Management (TiSEM), specifically within the Department of Finance. He holds dual affiliations with the Research Group: Econometrics and Research Group: Finance. His academic career includes professorships at Tilburg University and the University of Amsterdam, focusing on financial markets, risk management, and pension fund valuation. He has supervised numerous PhD students, contributing significantly to research in financial economics. Education: PhD in Economics (implied by career timeline). Key Roles: Full Professor (2005–present), former positions at University of Amsterdam (2001–2007). External Roles: Advisory committee member for the Dutch Ministry of Finance (2025). His research interests span risk management tools for financial institutions, sovereign debt dynamics, pension fund design, and market microstructure. Recent work focuses on Eurozone sovereign debt issuance, liquidity in bond markets, and retirement investment strategies. He has published extensively in top journals like Journal of International Money and Finance and Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis . His articles analyze topics such as sovereign debt maturity decisions, bid-to-cover ratios in auctions, and risk-sharing mechanisms in pension schemes. Collaborations include co-authors like R.M.W.J. Beetsma and Antoon Pelsser. He serves on editorial boards for journals like Journal of Financial Markets and Economist-Netherlands . Frank de Jong advises on pension system reforms, particularly in the Netherlands, and contributes to policy evaluations. His teaching includes courses on Empirical Methods in Finance and Fixed Income Analysis. His research emphasizes practical applications in financial regulation and institutional investment strategies.

Meghan WintersView profile

Assistant Professor

• Health and Transportation
• Built Environment and Health
• Non-Motorized Travel
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Dr. Meghan Winters is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University (SFU). She holds a Ph.D. in Population and Public Health from the University of British Columbia (2011) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute. Her research focuses on the interplay between health, transportation systems, and urban design, with particular emphasis on cycling safety, pedestrian infrastructure, and equity in active transportation. Education: PhD in Population and Public Health (2011, UBC); Postdoctoral work at Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (2011–2016). Research Interests: Built environment and health outcomes Non-motorized transport modes (cycling/walking) Equity in urban mobility Public health policy interventions Age-friendly infrastructure Recent work highlights include analyzing pandemic-era street reallocations, evaluating bike theft impacts, and investigating 15-minute neighborhood models in Surrey, BC. She collaborates closely with local governments and health authorities to translate research into actionable policy. Grants and Advising: While specific funding details are not listed here, her extensive publications indicate sustained research partnerships and advisory roles in urban health initiatives. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with SFU’s Urban Studies Program and active in interdisciplinary health geography networks.

Andrea HarringtonView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Space Law and Policy
• International Law
• International Relations
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Andrea Harrington serves as Adjunct Professor in the Space Resources Program at Colorado School of Mines while holding dual roles as Co-Director of the Institute of Air and Space Law and Associate Professor in McGill University's Faculty of Law. Her academic career spans over 20 years across military, academic, and international organizations. Education includes a DCL and LLM from McGill University, JD (High Honors) from University of Connecticut, MSc from London School of Economics, and BA from Boston University. Her expertise bridges legal frameworks with emerging space technologies. Research focuses on due regard principles in space law, treaty interpretation, and commercial space insurance. She has authored award-winning works like Space Insurance and the Law (2021) and contributed to leading journals in space governance. Professionally, she has led space education initiatives for the U.S. Space Force, directed academic programs at Air Command and Staff College, and advised international bodies like ICAO and FAA. Her peer-reviewed work appears in Acta Astronautica , Space Policy , and others.

Mazhar ArikanView profile

Associate Professor

• Supply Chain Management
• Stochastic Modeling of Service Systems
• Empirical Research in Operations Management
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Mazhar Arikan is an Associate Professor and Anderson Family Fellow at the School of Business, University of Kansas. His academic focus lies in Operations Management, with expertise in Supply Chain Management, Stochastic Modeling, and Empirical Research. Dr. Arikan teaches courses on Supply Chain Management at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Education: Ph.D. in Operations Management, Purdue University (2011) M.S. in Industrial Engineering, University of Miami (2005) B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey (2002) Research Interests: Dr. Arikan explores complex operational systems in healthcare and aviation, emphasizing stochastic modeling of service systems and empirical analysis. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, such as airline scheduling resilience, healthcare payment models, and kidney donation optimization. Teaching Excellence: He received the Krannert Certificate for Distinguished Teaching at Purdue University (2010) for his Operations Management course, achieving a student evaluation score of 4.4/5.0. Advising & Grants: While specific grant details are not listed, his extensive teaching roles at KU and Purdue indicate active involvement in academic mentorship. He has advised courses across multiple institutions, though formal student advisees are not documented here. Labs/Teams: No formal lab affiliations are mentioned, but his collaborative research outputs suggest engagement with interdisciplinary teams in healthcare and aviation sectors.

Anna D. MartinView profile

Professor

• International Finance
• Corporate Hedging
• Regulatory Impact on Corporations
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Dr. Anna D. Martin is a Professor and holder of the Alois J. Theis Endowed Chair in Global Finance at The Peter J. Tobin College of Business , St. John's University. She serves as Executive Director of the Applied Finance Institute and has held leadership roles in professional organizations such as the Eastern Finance Association and Financial Management Association (FMA). Her research focuses on international finance, corporate hedging, and regulatory impacts on corporations, with over 40 publications in top journals like the Journal of International Money and Finance and Journal of Banking and Finance . She has been recognized for teaching, research, and service by her institution. Education: PhD in Finance, Florida Atlantic University MBA (International Specialization), University of Miami BS in Industrial Management, Purdue University Research Interests include analyzing how corporations manage financial risks through hedging strategies, the effects of regulatory policies (e.g., Dodd-Frank, Sarbanes-Oxley) on financial institutions, and cross-border financial dynamics. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications in global markets and corporate governance. Awards: Multiple teaching, research, and service awards from the Tobin College of Business, though specific names are not disclosed. Her leadership in founding and co-chairing the FMA Applied Finance conference (2011–2023) highlights her contributions to academic and professional discourse. Grants & Advising: While specific grant details are not provided, her extensive publication record and conference leadership imply significant involvement in funded research initiatives. She has mentored students through courses such as FIN 607 Financial Management and FIN 4350 Seminar in Finance , fostering expertise in applied finance analysis. Labs/Teams: Directs the Applied Finance Institute, which likely serves as a hub for collaborative research and industry engagement in finance and global markets.

Thomas HoutView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Strategic Management
• Global Business Strategy
• Operations Management
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Thomas Hout is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer of Strategic Management at The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University. He spent 30 years as a strategy consultant at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), working across offices in Boston, London, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. His expertise spans global competition strategies, operational efficiency, and emerging market dynamics. Hout is the author of two influential books: Competing Against Time (a business bestseller) and Japanese Industrial Policy , and has published widely in outlets like Harvard Business Review , Foreign Affairs , and Asia Wall Street Journal . Education: MBA from Stanford University and BA from Yale University. He has taught winter quarters at the University of Hong Kong for over a decade. His professional activities include roles at Harvard Business School, co-founding BCG’s Strategy and Operations practice group, and serving on the Harvard Business School Press Editorial Review Board. Awards include the BCG Fellowship (1994). Teaching focuses on international supply chains, strategic management, and operations in global corporations. Recent courses include Managing Operations and Supply Chains and International Supply Chain Strategy . His research highlights include analysis of Chinese industrial policies, global trade conflicts, and low-cost operator strategies. Key Publications: Over 8 HBR articles, 12 op-eds, and seminal works on time-based management and Sino-American trade dynamics. Awards: BCG Fellowship (1994). Grants/Consulting: Extensive BCG experience shaping corporate strategies for global firms. Labs/Teams: Co-founded BCG’s Strategy & Operations practice group, contributing to operational excellence methodologies.

Heidi KreibichView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Flood Risk Management
• Hydrology
• Climate Adaptation
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PD Dr. Heidi Kreibich is a Group Leader in the 'Flood Risk and Climate Adaptation' working group at GFZ's Section 4.4 Hydrology and a Senior Lecturer (Privatdozentin) at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin's Geography Department. Her research focuses on flood risk assessment, vulnerability analysis, and socio-hydrological interactions. She holds leadership roles in EGU's Natural Hazards Division and IAHS's Human-Water Feedbacks Commission. Education includes a PhD from Philipps-University of Marburg (1998-2002) and a Habilitation in Flood Damage Analysis from Humboldt-Universität (2015). Awards include the 2024 Volker Medal for contributions to flood risk management and hydrological science. Key projects include EXTREME-ADAPT (Helmholtz-funded adaptation quantification) and FloodChat (AI-driven flood risk analysis). She co-developed the BT-FLEMO flood loss model and leads global socio-hydrological paired event studies. Grants include funding from BMBF and Helmholtz for flood prediction and multi-risk assessment. Her work bridges science and policy, emphasizing impact-based forecasting and disaster resilience. She chairs international initiatives like Panta Rhei's decade on hydrological change and advises IPCC AR6 on climate impacts.

Jaclyn LopezView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Law
• Climate Change
• Biodiversity Protection
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Jaclyn Lopez is an Assistant Professor of Law and Director of the Jacobs Public Interest Law Clinic for Democracy and the Environment at Stetson University College of Law. She holds a B.A. from the University of South Florida, an M.S. from the University of Arizona, a JD from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and an LLM from the University of Florida. Prior to joining Stetson, she served as Florida Director and Senior Attorney at the Center for Biological Diversity for over a decade. In her roles, she teaches courses on professional responsibility, environmental practice, and biodiversity. Her research focuses on climate change, environmental justice, administrative law, and endangered species protection. Key themes include judicial access barriers, federal agency delegation impacts, and resilience strategies for vulnerable communities and ecosystems. She has advised no formal students listed but leads clinics addressing environmental legal challenges. Lopez’s publications analyze topics like NEPA compliance, EPA delegation consequences, and Florida’s water crises. They emphasize legal frameworks for climate adaptation, regulatory accountability, and equitable environmental policies. Her work bridges academic scholarship with practical advocacy, advocating for stronger protections for biodiversity and marginalized communities.

Sharon TennysonView profile

Professor

• Finance
• Law and Economics

Sharon Tennyson is Professor of Policy Analysis and Management at Cornell University and Director of Graduate Studies for Public Affairs. Her research examines consumer protection regulation, insurance markets, and the economic impacts of laws governing financial services. Dr. Tennyson's work analyzes how regulatory frameworks influence market efficiency, consumer decision-making, and firm behavior in insurance and credit markets. Her current projects investigate flood insurance adoption patterns, the relationship between crime exposure and adolescent mental health, and rural healthcare access. Methodologically, she employs empirical analysis of insurance claims data, consumer surveys, and policy evaluations to assess regulatory effectiveness and market outcomes.

Ziang LiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Financial Intermediation
• Asset Pricing
• Macro-Finance
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Ziang Li is an Assistant Professor of Finance at Imperial College Business School, affiliated with Imperial College London. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Princeton University (2024), an M.A. in Economics from Princeton, and dual B.A./B.S. degrees in Economics and Mathematics from Renmin University of China. His research focuses on financial intermediation, asset pricing, macro-finance, behavioral economics, and related macroeconomic phenomena. Research interests: Financial Institutions, Insurance Studies, Investment Strategies, Behavioral Economics, Macroeconomics, and Experimental Economics. Key publications include studies on interest rate impacts on life insurance markets, cognitive imprecision in risk attitudes, and deposit market power effects on bank risk-taking. He has received prestigious awards such as the Ben Bernanke Prize (2023) and Brattle Group Award (2024). His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical financial markets, emphasizing institutional dynamics and behavioral factors. Grants and funding details are not explicitly listed in the provided texts. Labs/teams: No specific lab affiliations mentioned, though his research collaborations include co-authors like Derek Wenning and Jihong Song.

Sonia LaszloView profile

Professor

• Development Economics
• Gender Studies
• Labour Economics
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Prof. Sonia Laszlo is a Professor of Economics at McGill University’s Faculty of Arts, specializing in applied microeconomic analysis within economic development. Her research focuses on decision-making under uncertainty among subsistence farmers and the microeconomic effects of social policies on women’s well-being, particularly in Peru, Kenya, Paraguay, and the Caribbean. She employs experimental methods such as laboratory experiments, surveys, and randomized controlled trials. She is affiliated with the Centre Interuniversitaire de Recherche en Organizations (CIRANO) and the Grupo de Análisis para el Desarrollo (GRADE). As a co-founder and executive member of the Canadian Development Economics Study Group (CDESG), she bridges academic and policy communities in Canada. From 2016 to 2019, she served as Director of McGill’s Institute for the Study of International Development. Her research themes include gender norms, social protection programs, childcare access, and flood risk mitigation in Amazonian agriculture. Recent projects examine the impact of childcare subsidies on women’s employment in Kenyan urban slums and the transformative potential of graduation programs targeting gender equality. Notable contributions include analyzing long-term health consequences of civil conflict in Peru, the distributional effects of bribery in developing economies, and the role of ambiguity aversion in farming decisions. Her work emphasizes policy relevance, particularly in post-pandemic childcare provision and equitable economic recovery strategies.

Shohini KunduView profile

Assistant Professor

• Financial Intermediation
• Macroeconomics
• Corporate Finance
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Shohini Kundu is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the UCLA Anderson School of Management and holds a courtesy appointment at UCLA School of Law. Her research focuses on financial intermediation, macroeconomics, corporate finance, and regulation, with a particular interest in emerging markets, especially India. She earned a PhD in Finance and MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and a B.A. in Economics (Magna Cum Laude) from Cornell University. Education: Ph.D. Finance, 2021, University of Chicago Booth School of Business MBA, 2020, University of Chicago Booth School of Business B.A. Economics (Magna Cum Laude), 2016, Cornell University Her research investigates financial fragility, including how covenants in CLOs amplify systemic risks through fire sales, and their impact on asset prices and corporate decisions. She explores topics like deposit insurance expansion, banking network effects, and historical institutions’ role in economic outcomes. Her work has been recognized with awards such as the BlackRock Applied Research Award and Forbes 30 Under 30. Key Research Themes: Security design and contractual externalities Financial intermediation and macroeconomic linkages Emerging market finance and policy relevance Her recent articles analyze banking sector dynamics, deposit insurance reforms, and the geographic impact of liquidity shortages. She collaborates with institutions like the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and engages in policy-oriented research to strengthen financial systems.