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Der-Chin HorngView profile

Research Fellow

• European Union Law
• ECB Law and Policy
• EU Banking Union
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Dr. Der-Chin Horng is a Research Fellow (Professor) at the Institute of European and American Studies, Academia Sinica , with part-time appointments at National Taiwan University (2022–) and National Chengchi University (2007–). His expertise spans European Union Law , WTO Law , and Biotechnology Regulation , focusing on intersections with Climate Change , Energy Security , and Digital Policy . Research interests include: EU Banking Union and Financial Regulation ECB Legal and Monetary Policy Post-Brexit Trade Dynamics AI Legal Control and Circular Economy Food Safety and Biotechnology Governance Climate Change and Energy Crisis Responses Recent articles analyze the EU’s Vaccine Diplomacy , Energy Crisis Management , and US CHIPS Act Impacts . Awards include multiple Academia Sinica Investigator Awards and the Hu Shih Memorial Chair . He has served as an expert for the European Commission and edited volumes on EU Constitutional Law. Scientific awards include: 2022 Academia Sinica Investigator Award 2014 Dr. Hu Shih Memorial Chair 2008 Fellow, Society of Advanced Legal Studies 2003 Distinguished Research Award for Young Scholar Advisory and editorial roles span institutions like the International Law Association , European University Institute , and journals including EurAmerica and European Law Journal . Conferences organized address topics like EU Food Safety and Biotechnology Policy .

• Labor Law
• Intellectual Property Law
• Economic Law
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Dr hab. Sebastian Kwiecień, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the Department of Labour and Social Insurance Law within the Faculty of Law, Canon Law and Administration at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin . His academic and practical expertise spans labor law, intellectual property, and the historical legal frameworks of Poland's interwar period. PhD in Law (2007), habilitation (2017) Specializes in employee creativity, copyright trolling, and interwar economic/labor law Co-author of studies on AI training data licensing and industrial tax policy Research Interests focus on: Labor Law: Employment contracts, HR management, and social security Intellectual Property: Copyright trolling, employee rights, and flat-rate compensation Legal History: Interwar Polish industrial/economic law, land reform, and notarial regulations Recent Publications reveal a trend toward interdisciplinary analysis, merging historical legal systems with modern challenges like: AI ethics and copyright compliance Interwar-era employment frameworks Land reform policies and tax law evolution Industrial safety and vocational training Digital rights management Comparative EU/US copyright enforcement Teaching Activities include lectures on employer responsibilities, HR management, and interwar administrative law, alongside seminars on corporate legal practices.

Steve ClowneyView profile

Professor

• Property Law
• Land Use Law
• Trusts and Estates
• +7 more

Steve Clowney is a Professor of Law at the University of Arkansas School of Law, where he has taught since 2014. He previously held the Frost Brown & Todd endowed professorship at the University of Kentucky. His academic expertise spans Property Law, Land Use, Trusts & Estates, and Race & the Law, with courses reflecting these specializations. Clowney earned his A.B. cum laude from Princeton University (2000) and J.D. from Yale Law School (2006), where he edited the Yale Law Journal. His research examines zoning regulations, urban historical patterns, monuments, handwritten wills, and violence in informal property systems. Publications show strong empirical focus on racial equity in urban spaces, cultural symbolism, and property rights, often employing interdisciplinary methods spanning law, sociology, and history. Clowney's scholarship has been recognized through the Frost Brown & Todd Endowed Professorship. While no current students, grants, labs, or team projects are detailed, his career includes diverse pre-academic experiences as a federal law clerk, legal consultant, admissions officer, and gravedigger.

Stacey LangwickView profile

Associate Professor

• Anthropology of Science and Technology
• Medical Anthropology
• Environmental Anthropology
• +5 more

Stacey A. Langwick is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences. Her work spans medical anthropology, postcolonial science studies, and environmental ethnography, with a focus on healing practices in Tanzania over the past two decades. Departments: Anthropology, Africana Studies and Research Center, Feminist, Gender and Sexuality Studies Program, Science and Technology Studies Key Collaborations: Qualities of Life working group, Translating Vitalities Collective, Uzima Collective (Tanzania-USA) Education: PhD in Anthropology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Masters of Public Health, UNC Chapel Hill Bachelor of Arts, Agnes Scott College Her research explores the entanglements of ecological and bodily health through dawa lishe (nutritious medicine) in Tanzania, challenging modern governance divisions between food/medicine and traditional/modern. She investigates how intellectual property law, biomedical science, and capitalist extraction interact with African healing practices, particularly regarding therapeutic plants. Recent publications focus on medicine sovereignty, toxicity, and collaborative projects like the Uzima Collective's garden at a Moshi medical school. She examines law's role in reshaping therapeutic knowledge through articles like "Properties of (Dis)Possession" and "Partial Publics." Awards and Grants: National Science Foundation Grant Wenner-Gren Foundation Grant Fulbright Foundation Grant Mellon Foundation New Directions Fellowship Cornell Institute for the Social Sciences Grant Mario Einaudi Center for International Studies Support Langwick integrates art and anthropology in decolonizing knowledge, collaborating with the Johnson Art Museum. She teaches courses on medical anthropology, postcolonial science, and critical plant studies at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Dennis BlairView profile

Visiting Professor

• National Security
• International Relations
• U.S.-China Relations
• +4 more

Dennis Blair serves as the Knott Distinguished Visiting Professor of the Practice in the Peace, War and Defense program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He actively contributes to the Energy Security Leadership Council, Security America’s Future Energy board, Freedom House, the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations, and chairs Lockheed Martin Space's Strategic Advisory Group. Admiral Blair (Ret.) graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and earned a master’s degree in history and languages as a Rhodes scholar at Oxford University. After 34 years of naval service culminating as Commander in Chief of the U.S. Pacific Command, he retired from active duty in 2002. Subsequent leadership roles included Director of National Intelligence (2009-2010), president of the Institute for Defense Analyses (2003-2006), and CEO of Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA (2014-2018). His research spans National Security , International Relations , and Energy Policy , with significant contributions through the book Military Engagement: Influencing Armed Forces Worldwide to Support Democratic Transitions and co-chaired commissions on 5G security strategy, oil security policy, and intellectual property protection. He teaches courses on post-9/11 global impacts and U.S. military engagements since the Cold War, emphasizing practical applications of security frameworks.

Tayfun ErcanView profile

Associate Professor

• International Trade
• International Economic Law
• Corporate Law
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Associate Professor Tayfun Ercan is affiliated with Gaziantep University, Faculty of Law, Department of Private Law. His academic profile spans international trade law, corporate law, and customs law. PhD in International Trade and European Union Law (2016), Istanbul Commerce University. PhD in Financial Law (2018), Istanbul University. Research interests include international trade law, corporate law, customs disputes, and legal frameworks for financial systems. His publications focus on trade agreements, trademark law, and electronic commerce regulations. Recent articles address topics like Incoterms 2020 , company liquidation , and customs enforcement , reflecting his expertise in trade and corporate legal structures. He has served on editorial boards for law journals and contributed to textbooks. Administrative roles include Head of Department at Gaziantep University (2023–2026), Deputy Director of the Institute of Social Sciences (2019–2022), and membership in academic commissions. He has advised numerous master’s and PhD theses in areas such as trademark law , customs disputes , and corporate governance .

GÜLSÜM GÜNBALA DURHANView profile

Lecturer

• Civil Law
• Mediation and Arbitration
• Occupational Health and Safety Law
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Gülşüm Günbalı Durhan serves as a Lecturer at Gaziantep University's Oğuzeli Vocational School within the Law Department since 2013. Her academic foundation includes a Doctorate in Private Law from Marmara University (2017-2024), a Degree in Private Law from Zirve University (2014-2016), and foundational legal education from Istanbul University's Faculty of Law (2001-2007). Doctorate (2017-2024): Marmara University, Faculty of Law, Department of Private Law Degree (2014-2016): Zirve University, Faculty of Law, Department of Private Law Licence (2001-2007): Istanbul University, Faculty of Law Her research concentrates on Civil Law frameworks with specialized focus on mediation mechanisms, occupational health and safety liability, consumer rights protection, and corporate social responsibility. She examines how legal structures impact economic development while addressing contemporary issues like gender equality in legal frameworks and franchising contract regulations. Her work bridges theoretical legal concepts with practical applications in Turkish commercial and civil law contexts. Analysis of her 17 publications reveals strong emphasis on Turkish legal system applications across civil procedure, contract law, and human rights frameworks. Key thematic clusters include occupational safety liability evolution (33% of works), mediation economics (18%), and consumer protection mechanisms (24%), demonstrating consistent engagement with practical legal challenges in commercial and civil contexts. Her research methodology combines doctrinal legal analysis with empirical economic impact assessments. ISERD Excellent Paper Award (2017) for interdisciplinary economic-legal research Durhan has secured four research projects including TÜBİTAK-funded work on genetic data protection in private law and EU-funded initiatives on women's economic empowerment. She actively participates in legal education through mediation training programs and gender equality workshops while serving on Gaziantep University's Women's Issues Research Center board. Her professional legal practice experience (2007-2013) at Turkish Bank and as a practicing attorney informs her applied research approach. She maintains active roles in legal professional organizations including the Turkish Tennis Federation Central Referee Board and Gaziantep Bar Association, while contributing to national legal discourse through conference presentations on civil procedure reforms and human rights applications.

Judd LauterView profile

Lecturer

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• Trademark Law
• +3 more

Judd Lauter serves as a Lecturer at the Cooley Law School of Western Michigan University, specializing in Intellectual Property and Law and Technology disciplines. His academic background includes: Juris Doctor from George Washington University School of Law (2012) Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from University of Colorado Boulder (2007) Professor Lauter's expertise centers on intellectual property litigation and portfolio management, with deep specialization in copyright and trademark law. He handles federal litigation and proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) at the USPTO, while advising diverse clients on advertising compliance and global IP portfolio strategies for both startups and major corporations. His scholarly focus bridges traditional intellectual property frameworks with emerging technology challenges, particularly in digital rights management and brand protection systems. As an academic practitioner, he integrates real-world litigation experience into his teaching methodology, emphasizing practical application of IP law in rapidly evolving technological landscapes.

Timm PravemannView profile

Researcher

• Intellectual property law
• Copyright law
• Legal theory
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Dr. Timm Pravemann is a postdoctoral researcher and habilitation candidate at the Faculty of Law, Humboldt University of Berlin , working under Professor Axel Metzger since December 2024. He holds a doctorate in copyright law and legal theory (2024) and previously completed a legal traineeship at the Berlin Higher Regional Court with placements in cybercrime, copyright law, and a leading law firm. Education: Law studies at Humboldt University of Berlin (First State Examination in Law) Pharmacy studies at Free University of Berlin Abitur at Canisius College, Berlin His research focuses on intellectual property law, copyright, legal theory, internet law, and blockchain law , with publications analyzing EU copyright directives and digital policy frameworks. Teaching activities include courses on blockchain and law, special law of obligations, and civil law exams. He is a member of the German Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property and Copyright (GRUR) .

• Intellectual Property Law
• Trademark Law
• Privacy Law
• +7 more

Professor Mark P. McKenna serves as Vice Dean of Faculty & Intellectual Life at the UCLA School of Law and is a leading expert in intellectual property and privacy law . He co-directs the UCLA Institute for Technology, Law & Policy , a collaboration with the Samueli School of Engineering, focusing on AI, robotics, and digital media. Previously, he was the John P. Murphy Foundation Professor at Notre Dame Law School , founding Director of the Notre Dame Technology Ethics Center , and held faculty positions at Saint Louis University and visiting roles at Stanford, Toronto, Turin, and Munich. Education: B.A. from University of Notre Dame (1997), J.D. from University of Virginia School of Law (2000) His research spans trademark law , design patents , copyright , and technology policy , with over 48 scholarly works. Key recent articles include analyses of design patent frameworks , trademark enforcement in digital markets , and trademark-genericity interactions . He co-founded Lex Lumina PLLC , a boutique IP law firm, and practiced trademark litigation in Chicago before academia. Notable contributions include: Amazon's Quiet Overhaul of the Trademark System (2024): Examines platform-driven IP shifts Externalizing Trademark's Limits (2022): Explores equitable remedies in trademark disputes Design Patents Aren't Patents (2024): Challenges design patent validity frameworks He has advised on courses like Perspectives on Law , Trademark Law , and Design Law , and participated in events such as the 49th Annual UCLA Entertainment Symposium (2025) and discussions on LGBTQ rights post-Skrmetti and Mahmoud.

Michel William DrapeauView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Military Law
• Administrative Law
• Access to Information Law
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Col. (ret.) Michel William Drapeau serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law, teaching Access to Information and Privacy Law (Common Law Section, French) and Canadian Military Law (Common Law Section, English) at undergraduate and graduate levels since his 2009 appointment. A retired Canadian Forces Colonel with 34 years of service ending in 1993 as Director of National Defence Headquarters Secretariat, he maintains an active private law practice specializing in military/veterans law, administrative law, and human rights litigation before Federal Courts and tribunals. His academic foundation includes dual law degrees (LL.L. civil law 1999, LL.B. common law 2000) from the University of Ottawa, complemented by advanced military education: CF Command and Staff College (1975), U.S. Armed Forces Staff College (1977), U.S. Army Military Comptrollership School (1978), and National Defence College (1988). He clerked at the Federal Court of Appeal under Justice Gilles Létourneau prior to being called to the Ontario Bar in 2002. Drapeau’s research critically examines military justice systems and privacy/access-to-information frameworks , reflecting his unique soldier-lawyer perspective. His scholarship consistently bridges theoretical legal principles with operational military realities, particularly in sentencing under the National Defence Act and cross-jurisdictional privacy challenges. The recurring theme across his work is the tension between national security imperatives and individual rights within administrative law structures. His 2001-2015 publications reveal two dominant trajectories: foundational military law texts addressing court martial procedures and disciplinary systems, and pioneering privacy/access-to-information works analyzing government transparency mechanisms. Notably, his military law scholarship integrates comparative perspectives from international military jurisdictions, while his privacy research emphasizes practical implementation challenges in federal institutions. Drapeau’s exceptional service has earned significant recognition: Order of Military Merit (OMM) for “outstanding military service” (1990) Canadian Forces Decoration with dual clasps Commemorative Medal for Canada’s 125th Anniversary (1993) Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal (2003) Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for veteran welfare contributions (2012) Ontario Bar Association Distinguished Award for “exceptional career contributions” (2022) Though not supervising formal graduate students, Drapeau mentors through high-impact legal advocacy, having argued before the Federal Court of Appeal, Court Martial Appeal Court, and US Congressional panels on military justice reform. His international engagements include Yale Law School seminars and Rhodes Conference presentations, demonstrating sustained influence beyond Canadian borders. Professional leadership includes board service at Collège militaire royal (2007-2012) and Saint-Paul University (2012-2019), plus membership in the International Society for Military Law and the Law of War.

Matthias C. KettemannView profile

Professor

• Internet Law
• Digitalization Governance
• Artificial Intelligence Regulation
• +5 more

Matthias C. Kettemann is a full-time Professor of Innovation, Theory and Philosophy of Law at the University of Innsbruck , where he leads the Department of Legal Theory and Future of Law . He also serves as a research programme leader at the Leibniz Institute for Media Research | Hans Bredow Institute in Hamburg, research group leader at the Alexander von Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society in Berlin, and as a research group leader at the Sustainable Computing Lab in Vienna. His academic affiliations extend to associated researcher roles at institutions in Hamburg, Frankfurt am Main, and Graz. Head of Department, University of Innsbruck Research Programme Leader, Leibniz Institute for Media Research Research Group Leader, Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society Board Member, Sustainable Computing Lab Associated Researcher, Research Institute for Social Cohesion Prof. Kettemann’s research focuses on internet law , AI governance , platform regulation , digital constitutionalism , and innovation law . His publications and projects explore normative orders , multinormativity , and cybersecurity in digital spaces. His recent articles address human-in-the-loop AI systems , consumer credit algorithms , and democratic resilience against disinformation . He also investigates legal frameworks for data sovereignty and platform accountability in crisis situations . He has received prestigious scholarships, including the Fulbright and Boas Scholarships , and contributes to academic discourse as Managing Editor of the Mohr/Siebeck series 'Internet und Gesellschaft' , editorial board member of journals like jusIT and Media and Communication Studies , and scientific advisory board member of the European Yearbook on Human Rights . He is actively involved in reviewing for international publishers and academic journals. Prof. Kettemann teaches in German, English, and French, with courses in internet law , innovation law , international law , and legal philosophy since 2008. He supervises theses at bachelor, diploma, doctoral, and post-doctoral levels, emphasizing digital law and innovation frameworks . His third-party funding includes grants from the European Union , Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung , Google , and Deutsche Telekom .

Hristina Runcheva TasevView profile

Associate Professor

• EU Integration
• Political Systems of the European Union
• Media Freedom and Regulation
• +5 more

Hristina Runcheva Tasev serves as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, within the Institute of Political Science and Applied Political Science Department. Her academic profile spans teaching across all three study cycles with subjects including Applied Politics, Digital Democracy, EU Political System, and Ethnicity, Nation and State. Her research focuses on EU integration dynamics, Balkan political systems, and media freedom under emergency conditions. Key areas include refugee rights in Macedonian legal frameworks, EU rule of law mechanisms, and digital governance challenges. Her work demonstrates consistent engagement with contemporary European political crises and institutional responses. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong thematic continuity in Balkan-EU relations, with increasing attention to digital governance and pandemic-era civil liberties. Over 60% of her work since 2018 addresses migration corridors or EU integration challenges specific to North Macedonia, reflecting deep regional expertise. Regular participant in Annual International Conferences on European Integration Contributor to Mega project "European Integration of the Republic of North Macedonia" Her teaching portfolio demonstrates comprehensive coverage of political science subfields, with particular emphasis on practical policy application through courses like Policy Analysis and Evaluation at the third-cycle level. Office hours are maintained Monday/Wednesday 11am-1pm for student consultations.

Kayleen ManwaringView profile

Associate Professor

• Sociotechnical change
• Cyber-physical systems
• Internet of Things
• +12 more

Associate Professor Kayleen Manwaring is a leading academic in the School of Private & Commercial Law at the University of New South Wales Faculty of Law & Justice. With expertise spanning law and technology, consumer protection, contract law, and emerging technologies, she directs undergraduate legal studies and serves on UNSW's Academic Board. Her interdisciplinary research bridges legal frameworks with technological innovation, particularly in cyber-physical systems and digital consumer protection. Associate Professor, School of Private & Commercial Law, UNSW Faculty of Law & Justice Director of Undergraduate Studies (Law) Member, UNSW Academic Board Member, UNSW Institute for Cyber Security Member, UNSW AI Institute Research Committee, Consumer Policy Research Centre Professor Manwaring's research focuses on the intersection of sociotechnical change and private/commercial law, with particular emphasis on cyber-physical technologies, the Internet of Things, cybersecurity, privacy, and emerging regulatory challenges for AI and quantum computing. Her work addresses critical issues including digital consumer manipulation, software licensing, competition law implications, and contracting practices in digital environments. She examines how traditional legal frameworks must adapt to address novel challenges posed by increasingly interconnected technologies and data ecosystems. Her extensive publication record spans 31 journal articles, 5 book chapters, and numerous conference presentations, with research cited by major national and international bodies including the Australian Law Reform Commission, World Economic Forum, and United States Department of Commerce. Current research projects include 'Challenges for a Cyber-Physical World,' 'right to repair' initiatives for connected devices, and quantum technologies regulation. Chinese University of Hong Kong Law Visiting Fellowship (2025) Singapore Management University Yong Pung How School of Law Visiting Scholar (2024) UNSW Allens Hub for Technology, Law & Innovation Senior Research Fellowship (2022-2023) Winner, Google Prize for best postgraduate paper (2018) Shortlisted for Best journal article, Australian Legal Research Awards (2022, 2023) ARC Postgraduate Council Course Coordinator of the Year Award (2021) Professor Manwaring supervises multiple PhD candidates and has received significant research funding, including grants from the Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre, UNSW Allens Hub, and International Association of Privacy Professionals. Her industry experience as a commercial lawyer informs her practical approach to legal education and research, with teaching spanning law and technology, contract law, online content regulation, and corporations law.

Olaf SosnitzaView profile

Professor

• Civil Law
• Commercial Law
• Corporate Law
• +9 more

Prof. Dr. Olaf Sosnitza holds the Chair of Civil Law, Commercial Law, Intellectual Property Law and Copyright Law at the Faculty of Law, Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg. He is also Director of the Institute for Civil Law and Civil Procedure at the Faculty of Law. His contact details include email olaf.sosnitza@uni-wuerzburg.de and office at Domerschulstraße 16, 97070 Würzburg. Research Focus: Commercial and corporate law, competition and food law, intellectual property/copyright law Projects: Involved in ESF MA-Netze-DiReKT, ERDF Individualization Digital His work examines legal frameworks for domain names, internet auctions, digital copy protection, and unfair competition limits. He has contributed extensively through publications, lectures, and expert opinions.