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Matthew HerderView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biomedical Innovation Policy
• Health Law
• Regulatory Policy
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Matthew Herder is an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University, with cross-appointments to the Faculty of Medicine and Schulich School of Law. He serves as Director of the Health Law Institute and specializes in biomedical innovation policy, analyzing legal frameworks impacting healthcare technologies. Herder holds a Master of Science in Law from Stanford University, law degrees from Dalhousie, and a science degree from Memorial University. Education: Master of the Science of Law (Stanford Law School) Law Degrees (Dalhousie University) Bachelor's in Science (Memorial University) Professional Background: Former Visiting Professor of Law at Loyola University Chicago Kauffman Fellow at NYU School of Law Policy Consultant to Health Canada Clerk at the Federal Court of Canada Research Focus: Herder examines how laws and policies shape biomedical innovation, including drug regulation, clinical trial transparency, and public health governance. His work emphasizes equitable access to healthcare technologies and systemic reforms in regulatory agencies like the FDA and Health Canada. Grants & Awards: Funded by CIHR, SSHRC, Genome Canada, and the Royal Society of Canada. His research has informed parliamentary committees and international bodies like the OECD. Key Contributions: Advocacy for transparency in clinical trials, critiques of accelerated drug approvals, and policy recommendations to address opioid-related harms and pandemic preparedness. His interdisciplinary approach bridges legal, scientific, and public health perspectives.

Michael PotterView profile

Professor

• Cancer Screening
• Public Health
• Implementation Science
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Dr. Michael Potter is a Professor in the School of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). He serves as Director of the San Francisco Bay Area Collaborative Research Network (SFBayCRN) and Associate Director for Practice-Based Research in the CTSI Community Engagement and Health Policy Program. His work focuses on interventions to increase cancer screening rates, improve self-management for chronic illnesses like diabetes and sickle cell disease, and address healthcare disparities through implementation science. Dr. Potter co-chairs the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable's Professional Education task group and leads initiatives for colorectal cancer screening in Mexico. He has collaborated on global health projects, including a U.S.-Argentina dissemination training program. Research Interests: Cancer screening strategies, chronic disease management (diabetes, sickle cell disease), implementation science, healthcare equity, mHealth interventions, and healthcare policy. His work spans primary care optimization, community health center operations, and global health initiatives in Latin America. Advising & Grants: Dr. Potter has extensive experience in collaborative research networks and securing funding for large-scale public health initiatives. His labs/teams include SFBayCRN and the Colorectal Cancer Task Group of the San Francisco Cancer Initiative. Recent work emphasizes leveraging technology (e.g., mobile health apps) to improve medication adherence and screening rates in underserved populations.

Gene Moo LeeView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Business
• Information Systems
• Cybersecurity
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Gene Moo Lee is an Associate Professor in the Accounting and Information Systems Division at the UBC Sauder School of Business. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from UT Austin. His research focuses on AI in business contexts, cybersecurity, and data analytics, with notable contributions to understanding AI strategies, IT platforms, and workforce transformations. His work has been published in top journals like MIS Quarterly , Information Systems Research , and Journal of Management Information Systems . Education: BS (Korea University), MA (UT Austin), PhD (UT Austin). He has held roles at Samsung, Intel, Goldman Sachs, and others, and holds over 10 patents in mobile technologies. His Erdős number is 3. Research interests include AI's impact on industries, cybersecurity defense mechanisms, and the integration of robotics and service operations. His recent studies explore AI-driven innovation, mobile device management in remote work, and the effects of service robots on labor dynamics. He has supervised over a dozen PhD and Master’s students, including Jaecheol Park (2025 dissertation) and Myunghwan Lee (2023 proposal). Awards include AIS Distinguished Member (2021) and Reviewer of the Year (MISQ/ISR 2021). He serves as an AE for ISR and SE for Decision Support Systems . Key projects include the Data Analytics & AI Research Group, cyber risk assessment frameworks, and studies on generative AI in journalism and video content creation. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing real-world challenges in digital transformation and AI ethics.

Rosemary GibsonView profile

Lecturer

• Contract Law
• Maritime and Shipping Law
• Private International Law
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Dr Rosemary Gibson is a Lecturer at the TC Beirne School of Law, University of Queensland, specializing in Contract Law, Maritime Law, Private International Law, and Insurance Law. She holds a PhD from UQ (2023) and has extensive experience as a commercial litigator, particularly in maritime disputes. Dr Gibson previously practiced law with a focus on shipping & transport litigation, including the prominent Shen Neng 1 case (2016). She has also served as an Associate to Queensland Court of Appeal Justice Chesterman. Her research examines intersections between traditional legal principles and modern technological challenges, with notable work on cruise passenger contracts and commercial contract termination. Dr Gibson has received the 2015 Dean’s Honour Roll Award for Academic Excellence in Law. Education: PhD in Law, University of Queensland (2023) Master of Laws, University of Queensland (2015) Bachelor of Laws (Hons) & Bachelor of Arts, University of Queensland Research Focus: Contract termination mechanisms in commercial contexts Maritime liability and insurance regimes Application of private international law in cross-border disputes Ethical implications of algorithmic contracting Consumer protections in standardized maritime agreements Key Contributions: Leading analysis on cruise passenger contract ambiguities (2018) Debunking myths around contractual termination clauses (2023 thesis) Advocacy on fisheries vessel forfeiture reforms (2010) Awards: Dean’s Honour Roll Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence (2015) Dr Gibson’s work bridges theoretical legal scholarship with practical commercial litigation needs, particularly in maritime sectors. She actively participates in international legal forums like MLAANZ Annual Conferences and has published in prestigious journals such as the Australian & New Zealand Maritime Law Journal.

Ben HandelView profile

Associate Professor

• Industrial Organization
• Health Economics
• Applied Microeconomics
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Ben Handel is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of California at Berkeley and a Faculty Research Fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). His work bridges microeconomic theory with empirical analysis in the health care sector, focusing on consumer choice, market structure, and regulatory policy. Education Ph.D. in Economics, Northwestern University (2010) A.B. in Economics, Princeton University (2004) His research examines frictions in consumer decision-making (e.g., inertia and limited information) in health insurance markets, incentive design for medical providers, and the adoption of information technology in health care. He collaborates with firms and policy organizations to address these issues. Scientific Awards 2015 Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellow in Economics Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship (2011)

Cici McNamaraView profile

Assistant Professor

• Health Economics
• Industrial Organization
• Public Policy
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Cici McNamara is an Assistant Professor in the School of Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology. She joined the faculty in 2022 after earning her PhD in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a B.A. from The University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on health economics and industrial organization, particularly examining the effects of financial incentives, Medicaid coverage, and healthcare market dynamics on vulnerable populations such as incarcerated individuals and those with substance use disorders. She teaches courses including Industrial Organization and Health Economics II. Her work investigates critical issues like continuity of healthcare post-incarceration, the impact of federal funding on residency programs, and formulary expansions for chronic disease management. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed, but her research has been published in prominent health economics journals. She advises students through her undergraduate research course (ECON-4699) and maintains an active presence in interdisciplinary healthcare policy discussions. Education: Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison (2022); B.A., University of Texas at Austin Courses: Industrial Organization (ECON-4340/6460), Health Economics II (ECON-8803) Research Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Georgia Tech’s School of Economics research initiatives focusing on healthcare markets and criminal justice policy.

• Architectural History
• Race and Architecture
• Urban Development
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Ginger Nolan, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Student Engagement Coordinator at the University of Southern California School of Architecture. She holds a BA in Comparative Literature from Brandeis University, an M.Arch from MIT, and a PhD in Architectural History & Theory from Columbia University. Her research focuses on intersections of race, class, architecture, and media technologies. Nolan has authored two books and numerous articles, including works published by the University of Minnesota Press. She currently teaches courses on architectural theory, environmental design, and the politics of urban development. Education: BA in Comparative Literature, Brandeis University M.Arch, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) PhD in Architectural History & Theory, Columbia University Research Interests: Nolan explores how racial and class dynamics shape architectural and urban development, particularly through the lens of media technologies. Her work critiques colonial and neocolonial influences in built environments and examines the role of African American-owned insurance companies in urban planning. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending architectural history with socio-political analysis. Grants & Awards: Nolan has received grants from the Graham Foundation (2019) and USC's Faculty Research Grant (2020). Her work is supported by institutional and external funding focused on critical architectural studies. Teaching & Advising: Nolan teaches graduate and undergraduate courses on architectural theory, environmental design, and urban politics. Courses include 'Contemporary Architectural Theory,' 'The Environment: History and Design of a Concept,' and 'Walking the City,' which combines urban exploration with critical analysis. Labs & Initiatives: Nolan contributes to USC's research centers, though specific lab affiliations are not detailed in the text.

Michael HitchensView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer Security
• Network Security
• Access Control
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Michael Hitchens is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computing at Macquarie University. His research focuses on computer security, including access control, network security protocols, and trust management, alongside studies in video games, player-avatar relationships, and role-playing games. He holds a PhD in Operating Systems from the University of Newcastle (1991) and has prior experience at Western Sydney University (1991-1995, 2000) and the University of Sydney (1996-1999). Research Interests: Access Control Mechanisms Cybersecurity and Network Security Blockchain Applications in Security Player Experience and Avatars in Virtual Environments Role-Playing Game Dynamics Key Projects Include: Welcoming Trans and Gender Diverse Players (2022–2028) Cybersecurity Ethics Training Simulations (2019–2023) Trans* and Gender Diverse Players, Avatars, and Gender Performance (2019–2022) Publications span blockchain-based security frameworks, ethical decision-making in cybersecurity via serious games, and analysis of role-playing game dynamics. Collaborations involve interdisciplinary teams across computer science and psychology.

Di YangView profile

Researcher

• Policy and Impact Evaluation
• Health Inequality
• Health Economics
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Di Yang is a researcher at the London School of Economics (LSE), affiliated with the Department of Health Policy. He holds a PhD in Health Policy and Administration from Penn State University. His work focuses on health inequality and socioeconomic determinants of health in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in India, China, and Nepal. Yang's research evaluates government policies and interventions' impacts on health equity and well-being, with recent projects involving machine learning to analyze health determinant elasticity and cost-effectiveness of social investments. He collaborates with Dr. Zlatko Nikoloski on universal healthcare assessments in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Key research interests include policy impact evaluation, social determinants of health, and applications of machine learning in public health. His recent studies explore health insurance reforms in China, antibiotic dispensing practices in Nepal, and livestock ownership's role in anaemia reduction in Sub-Saharan Africa. Yang also examines governance challenges in Africa, including anti-corruption reforms, digital governance innovations, and legislative effectiveness in Kenya and Zambia. Yang's work bridges empirical analysis and policy design, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to address systemic inequalities. His collaborations with international teams highlight cross-disciplinary methods, combining quantitative techniques with qualitative insights from policy implementation contexts. Current projects include digitalization of social safety nets for older persons in Kenya and blockchain applications for public accountability in governance systems.

Shreyas KumarView profile

Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Cyber Warfare
• Blockchain Security
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Shreyas Kumar is a Professor of Practice in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering and Joint Courtesy Faculty in Multidisciplinary Engineering at Texas A&M University. He holds affiliations with the College of Engineering and the Department of Cybersecurity. His academic journey includes a B.S. from Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (1999) , M.S. in Computer Science (2005) , and an expected Ph.D. in Computer Science (2025) from Texas A&M University. His research focuses on Cybersecurity , Cyber Warfare , Blockchain Security , and Cyber Liability Insurance . He has over 20 years of industry experience, including roles as a Security Architect at Uber and Oracle, designing critical systems like Uber’s payment security infrastructure and Oracle Access Manager. He currently teaches courses on cybersecurity risk, blockchain, and security engineering. Leadership & Service : He serves on committees such as the Data Governance Committee (Texas A&M), U.S. National Committee Technical Advisory Group on Quantum Technologies, and the FBI InfraGard. He advises the Technology Incubation and Entrepreneurship Development Society at IIT Roorkee and chairs the Promotions and Tenure Committee in CSE. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical cybersecurity solutions. Notable contributions include Blockchain Applications for Cyber Liability Insurance , Cyber Security Kill Chain , and research on AI’s impact on phishing and cyber warfare strategies. Awards include the Academy of Future Faculty Fellow (2024) and Best Practices in Teaching for DEI (2019) . Community involvement includes roles with the Rotary Club of College Station and the Board of Directors for ACT for Mental Health. His lab, AGGIES Lab , explores AI-driven cybersecurity for government and infrastructure sectors.

• Computer Architecture
• Computer Security
• Quantum Computing
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Assoc Prof Anupam Chattopadhyay is an Associate Professor in the College of Computing & Data Science at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. He also holds a courtesy appointment in the School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences. His research focuses on computer architecture, security, design automation, and quantum computing. Anupam received his PhD from RWTH Aachen University in 2008, followed by roles at CoWare R&D and RWTH Aachen as a Junior Professor before joining NTU in 2014. Education: B.E., Jadavpur University, India MSc, ALaRI, Switzerland PhD, RWTH Aachen University, Germany Research Interests: Anupam’s work spans quantum computing, hardware security, AI security, post-quantum cryptography, and emerging technologies. His contributions include novel high-level synthesis techniques for cryptography, reliability estimation flows for embedded processors, and exploration of coarse-grained reconfigurable architectures. His research has been featured in major outlets like The Economist and Asian Scientist. Awards: Borcher's plaque (2008) for outstanding doctoral dissertation Nomination for Best IP Award (ACM/IEEE DATE 2016) Nomination for Best Paper Award (International Conference on VLSI Design 2018) Advising & Grants: Anupam leads a team of over 20 researchers, overseeing projects funded by various grants. He has advised numerous doctoral students and collaborates with institutions like Temasek Labs and the Indian Statistical Institute. Labs & Teams: His research group focuses on advanced topics in secure computing, quantum-resistant systems, and hardware-software co-design, leveraging cutting-edge tools and platforms for next-generation technologies.

Elaine HillView profile

Professor

• Health Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Public Health Policy
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Elaine Hill is a Professor of Economics and Public Health Sciences at the University of Rochester, affiliated with the School of Arts & Sciences and the Department of Economics. She holds a PhD from Cornell University (2014) and her research focuses on Health Economics and Environmental Economics, with particular emphasis on public health policy, environmental justice, and healthcare access. Her work addresses critical issues like healthcare disparities, opioid use disorder, air pollution effects on maternal/child health, and the societal impacts of infectious diseases such as Long COVID. Education: PhD in Economics, Cornell University (2014). Research Interests: Her interdisciplinary research spans multiple domains including: Healthcare Economics: Medicaid policy, substance use treatment access, and healthcare financing Environmental Economics: Air pollution regulation, unconventional energy development impacts, and environmental justice Epidemiology: Long-term health outcomes of infectious diseases, maternal/child health disparities, and urban-rural health divides Recent Research Trends: Over 2024-2025, her publications emphasized: Long COVID epidemiology and comorbidity interactions Environmental policies' effects on birth outcomes and air quality Healthcare disparities in opioid use disorder treatment and HIV care Grants & Awards: No specific awards listed, though her work aligns with NIH-funded initiatives like the RECOVER Program. She has collaborated on large-scale projects like the National COVID Cohort Collaborative (N3C). Labs/Teams: Active in cross-disciplinary collaborations involving public health, economics, and environmental science teams at the University of Rochester Medical Center.

Tao PangView profile

Professor

• Financial Mathematics
• Stochastic Control
• Probability
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Tao Pang is a Professor and Director of the Financial Mathematics Graduate Program at the Department of Mathematics, North Carolina State University (NC State). His academic role includes leading the Financial Mathematics program and contributing to the College of Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Brown University (2002) and prior degrees from the University of Science and Technology of China (M.S. 1997, B.S. 1994). His research focuses on stochastic control, financial risk management, mathematical finance, and operations management. Notable contributions include work on portfolio optimization under uncertainty, green supply chain strategies, and risk modeling in financial markets. Professional credentials include Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certifications. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Brown University, 2002 M.S. in Mathematics, University of Science and Technology of China, 1997 B.S. in Mathematics, University of Science and Technology of China, 1994 Research Interests: Dr. Pang’s work integrates stochastic processes, financial engineering, and operations research. Key areas include: - Portfolio optimization under rare-event risks and stochastic volatility - Green technology adoption in agricultural and industrial supply chains - Risk management of financial products such as guaranteed minimum benefits - Optimal strategies for capital-constrained supply chains under yield uncertainty. Professional Activities: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Financial Risk Manager (FRM) Recent Work Trends: Recent publications emphasize applications of stochastic control to real-world problems like e-commerce supply chain dynamics, sustainable agricultural practices, and cryptocurrency risk modeling. His articles often combine theoretical frameworks with practical policy implications, such as government subsidy mechanisms for green technologies.

Annica GehlenView profile

Researcher

• Labor Economics
• Public Economics
• Disability Insurance
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Annica Gehlen is a doctoral student at the Berlin School of Economics and a research associate in the Department of Public Economics at the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin). Her work combines dynamic structural models and quasi-experimental methods with administrative labor market data and household survey data. B.Sc. in Economics from Humboldt University of Berlin M.Sc. in Economics from the University of Bonn Her research focuses on labor economics , particularly labor markets and social security systems such as disability insurance and public pensions. She has contributed to open-source projects like the German Taxes and Transfers Simulator (gettsim) and dynamic programming tools for economic modeling. Recent publications highlight her analysis of disability benefits' impacts on employment, earnings, and poverty risk, as well as pension policy reforms and gender-specific labor market dynamics. She has presented at major conferences including the Jahrestagung des Vereins für Socialpolitik and the European Society for Population Economics (ESPE) conference . Annica serves on the board of the Berlin Network of Labor Market Research (BeNA) and has conducted collaborative work with institutions like the Institute for the Study of Labor (IZA) and Yale University.

Regine Placide ReavesView profile

Assistant Clinical Professor

• Nursing Education
• Pediatric Healthcare
• Caregiver Support Systems
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Regine Placide Reaves is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing and Health Studies at the University of Miami. Her work focuses on pediatric healthcare, caregiver support systems, and innovative nursing education methodologies. She actively contributes to research on the psychosocial impacts of caregiving for children with special healthcare needs (CYSHCN), exploring topics like insurance navigation, caregiver burden, and simulation-based learning. Her research emphasizes healthcare policy, particularly in addressing disparities and improving outcomes for vulnerable populations. She is affiliated with the S.H.A.R.E. Simulation Hospital, leveraging simulation technology to enhance nursing education and clinical training. Reaves has published extensively on public health nursing education, including studies on nursing student-led health fairs and the efficacy of simulation in improving academic performance. Her work bridges clinical practice, education, and policy to strengthen healthcare systems and support families. No notable scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. While her roles include teaching and research supervision, no specific advisee names were listed.