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Professor Wei Cui is a distinguished scholar at the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia, where he joined the faculty in 2013. His expertise spans tax law and policy, international taxation, and Chinese legal studies, with significant contributions to understanding the intersection of tax policy, climate change, and global economic governance. Professor Cui's educational background includes a BA from Harvard College, an MA in Philosophy from Tufts University, a JD from Yale Law School, and an LLM in Taxation from New York University School of Law. He maintains strong institutional affiliations with the Centre for Asian Legal Studies, Centre for Chinese Research, and Centre for Business Law at UBC. Professor Cui's research focuses on tax law and policy with particular emphasis on international taxation, carbon pricing mechanisms, Chinese fiscal systems, and the relationship between tax policy and development. His work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications in tax administration, examining how tax systems function in different political and economic contexts. He has made significant contributions to understanding China's tax system and its implications for developing countries, as well as analyzing innovative approaches to carbon pricing and digital taxation. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward addressing contemporary challenges in tax policy, particularly the intersection of taxation with climate change mitigation and digital economy regulation. Professor Cui's research on carbon contracts for difference, output-based pricing systems, and digital services tax reflects his engagement with pressing policy questions facing Canada and the international community. Insight Grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada Insight Grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada Professor Cui has engaged in significant scholarly supervision and research collaboration, with his work supporting numerous graduate students and research projects. His professional background includes over 10 years of tax law practice with global law firms in New York and Beijing, service as Senior Tax Counsel at the China Investment Corporation (2009-2010), and consultancy roles with China's National People's Congress, Ministry of Finance, State Administration of Taxation, and the United Nations. Professor Cui maintains active research laboratories and teams focused on comparative tax systems, with particular attention to China's fiscal development and its implications for global tax governance. His current research projects examine the evolution of international tax design as part of the post-WWII international economic order and tax/subsidy policies designed to combat climate change and support innovation.

• Tax law and policy
• Carbon pricing and climate policy
• International taxation
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Catherine Anne Brown is a Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Calgary with extensive international experience, having held visiting professorships at Stanford University (as a Fulbright Fellow), University of Toronto, UCLA, McGeorge School of Law, and Whittier Law School. Her expertise spans taxation, international trade law, and estate planning across multiple jurisdictions. Her research focuses on the critical intersection of tax and trade agreements, particularly how non-discrimination principles operate within services trade frameworks. Current work examines tax treaty mechanisms for addressing discriminatory practices in cross-border commerce, building on her 2017 monograph "Tax Discrimination and Trade in Services". She actively explores evolving regulatory challenges in digital services taxation and international compliance. Professor Brown's scholarship demonstrates consistent engagement with practical legal applications, bridging academic theory and professional practice through textbooks, treatises, and policy-oriented analyses. Her publications reveal progressive specialization in tax-trade interfaces while maintaining foundational contributions to estate planning education. Her distinguished career has been recognized through: Lifetime Achievement Award (Canadian Tax Foundation, 2017) Doug Sherbaniuk Award for Distinguished Writing (Canadian Tax Foundation, 2014) Award for Distinguished Service in Legal Scholarship (Law Society of Alberta/Canadian Bar Association, 2011) Widdifield Award for estate planning scholarship (2006, 2012) Induction into the International Academy of Estate and Trust Law (2012) As an educator, she directed the Business Clinical program until 2014, providing practical training in business law applications. She maintains active professional engagement through appointments to the NAFTA Chapter 19 roster (2018), STEP Canada's Public Policy Committee (2016), and the Canada Revenue Agency's Offshore Compliance Advisory Committee (2016), while serving on the Legal Education Society of Alberta's Board of Directors.

• Estate Planning
• International Taxation
• International Trade Law
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Andrew Green serves as Professor and Metcalf Chair in Environmental Law at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law, where he teaches environmental law, climate change law, administrative law, natural resources law, judicial decision-making, and international trade. His scholarly contributions span multiple legal domains with particular emphasis on the intersection of environmental regulation and administrative governance. Green's research interests encompass Environmental Law , Administrative Law , Climate Change Policy , Judicial Decision-Making , and International Trade Law . His empirical approach to legal scholarship has produced significant insights into how judges make decisions, particularly in administrative contexts, and how trade rules interact with domestic environmental regulations. His work often bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical policy implications. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on Canadian climate policy implementation, judicial behavior in high courts, and the evolving standards of review in administrative law. The research demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary integration, incorporating machine learning approaches to analyze judicial decisions and examining the systemic challenges in environmental governance. His scholarship consistently addresses the tension between regulatory effectiveness and legal accountability. Metcalf Chair in Environmental Law Past co-President of the Society for Empirical Legal Studies Past President of the Canadian Law and Economics Association Former Associate Dean at the Faculty of Law Chair of the University of Toronto Academic Appeals Committee (2009-2018) Before joining the Faculty of Law, Green practiced environmental law in Toronto for six years, handling both litigation (including prosecutions, administrative appeals, and civil actions) and transactional work. His practical experience informs his scholarly work on regulatory design and implementation. His research has influenced policy discussions on climate change, securities regulation, and administrative law reform in Canada.

• Environmental Law
• Administrative Law
• Climate Change Law
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Laura Spitz is Dean and Professor at the University of Calgary Faculty of Law, with a concurrent Visiting Professorship at Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne Law School. Her academic and professional journey spans multiple institutions, including Seattle University, University of New Mexico, Cornell University, and Thompson Rivers University. Educational Background: JSD, Cornell University JD, University of British Columbia BA, University of Toronto Spitz's research interrogates the legal construction of borders and identities, blending contracts, commercial law, and critical analyses of personhood in corporate and environmental contexts. Her work explores the limits of subject-object dichotomies in law and society. Notable awards include multiple Graduation Hooding Professor distinctions at the University of New Mexico and Colorado Law School, alongside teaching accolades. She contributes to constitutional pluralism debates and has co-authored influential works on legal personhood. A nonpracticing member of the Law Society of British Columbia, Spitz serves as a legal expert in contracts and business law, with experience in First Nations economic development and nonprofit law. She has advised on Supreme Court cases and held leadership roles in global engagement and international affairs.

• Contracts
• Commercial Law
• Business Law
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Brent Doberstein is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management at the University of Waterloo, Faculty of Environment. His research and teaching focus on disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and sustainable resource management, particularly in developing countries across Asia and in Canada. His research interests include: Hazards and disaster risk reduction Climate change adaptation and managed retreat Post-disaster reconstruction and institutional capacity building Sustainable resource and environmental management Parks and protected areas Over the next five years, he is particularly interested in supervising graduate students in themes related to disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, and managed retreat. His recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on community resilience, policy evaluation, and cross-national comparisons, especially in Southeast Asia and Canada. Key trends in his work include the integration of local knowledge, social equity in disaster recovery, and innovative frameworks like the PARA model for flood risk management. His scientific contributions are recognized through publications in leading journals such as International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction , Climate and Development , and Disasters . Dr. Doberstein actively supervises graduate students, many of whom are co-authors on his recent publications. He has taught courses including GEOG101, GEOG306, GEOG356, and led field research in Indonesia. He has also been involved in research projects related to flood recovery in Canada and post-disaster adaptations in countries like the Philippines, Bangladesh, and Thailand. He leads research initiatives centered on post-disaster adaptations at individual, community, and national levels, often working with interdisciplinary teams and international collaborators. His work contributes significantly to policy development and community resilience planning in vulnerable regions.

• Resource and Environmental Management
• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Climate Change Adaptation
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Poonam Puri is a Professor and York Research Chair in Corporate Governance, Investor Protection & Financial Markets at Osgoode Hall Law School, York University. She holds an LLB from Toronto and an LLM from Harvard. Co-Founder and Director of the Osgoode Investor Protection Clinic Founder and Director of the Business Law LLM at Osgoode Professional Development Chair of York University’s Senate Her research focuses on corporate governance, investor protection, securities regulation, and the legal implications of digital currencies. She has supervised PhD and LLM students in areas like corporate accountability, ESG, and cryptocurrency regulation. Article Trends : Recent works emphasize digital currencies, corporate sustainability, enforcement mechanisms, and governance reforms, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to law and finance. Scientific Awards : Royal Society of Canada’s Yvan Allaire Medal (2021) Law Society Medal (2021) Walter Mundell Medal for Legal Writing (2020) Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers (2015, 2017) Canada’s 100 Most Powerful Women (2011) Grants : Over $5 million in research funding, including five SSHRC grants and $775,000 from York and University of Toronto for digital currency research. Labs & Teams : Directs the Osgoode Investor Protection Clinic and has served on numerous public and private sector boards, including Canada Infrastructure Bank and Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.

• Corporate Law
• Corporate Governance
• Investor Protection
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Thierry Warin is a Full Professor of Data Science for International Business at HEC Montréal, directing the Department of International Business. He holds the Professorship in Data Science for International Business and is a Principal Investigator at CIRANO, leading the World Economy theme. His roles include affiliations with Harvard Business School’s Microeconomics of Competitiveness program and the International Trade and Finance Association presidency (2020-2022). Education: PhD from ESSEC Business School (France, 2000). Professional development includes the Harvard Business Analytics Program (2018-2020) and GIS training at Harvard. Research Interests: Data science applications in global economic transformations, including network theory, natural language processing, and computational methods. Focus areas: algorithmic collusion, platform economies, and metadata-driven analyses. He develops open-source tools like the statcanR package and advocates for reproducible research. Articles Trends: Recent work explores AI regulation, algorithmic competition, climate transition plans, and central bank speech analysis. Methodologies span structural topic modeling, social media analytics, and entropy-based frameworks. Awards: Honored with the Highly Commended Paper Award (2017-2018) and Emerald Literati Award (2018) for reverse innovation research. Recognized for contributions to computational social science and regulatory frameworks. Advising & Grants: Supervised 16 master’s projects since 2019, focusing on data science applications in global business challenges. Active in interdisciplinary initiatives like the St. Lawrence–Great Lakes corridor data hub. Labs & Philanthropy: Founded quantum simulations and leads Ed’Haîti , an NGO addressing education in Haiti. Collaborates on Science des données au féminin en Afrique , empowering 200 African women with data science skills.

• Data Science for Global Transformations
• Platform Economy
• Industrial Organization
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Ariel Katz is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Toronto, where he teaches intellectual property, constitutional law, cyberlaw, and the intersection of competition law and intellectual property. He holds an SJD from the University of Toronto and prior degrees from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His research focuses on the economic analysis of competition law and intellectual property, with additional interests in digital trade, pharmaceutical regulation, and constitutional issues. LL.B., Hebrew University (1997) LL.M., Hebrew University (2001) S.J.D., University of Toronto (2005) Professor Katz’s research interests lie at the intersection of law, economics, and innovation policy. He explores how intellectual property and competition laws shape markets, innovation, and access to knowledge. His work critically examines doctrines such as fair dealing, copyright exhaustion, and collective administration of rights, often from a comparative and transatlantic perspective. He investigates the economic rationales behind legal rules and their implications for digital platforms, libraries, and global research. His recent publications demonstrate a sustained engagement with copyright and antitrust policy, particularly in digital environments. Themes include text and data mining, fair use evolution, data governance, and the impact of trade agreements on domestic law. His scholarship frequently bridges legal theory and practical policy, influencing academic and public discourse. Notable recognition includes: The Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) Award of Merit (2022) Professor Katz has advised on policy matters, including submissions on copyright term extension under CUSMA. He was Director of the Centre for Innovation Law and Policy (2009–2012) and has collaborated with scholars across North America. He maintains an active blog and has written op-eds in major Canadian newspapers. His work appears in leading journals such as the University of Chicago Law Review , Antitrust Law Journal , and BYU Law Review . He is affiliated with the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law and contributes to SSRN and public intellectual forums. Professor Katz has been involved in digital scholarship initiatives and has written on the role of libraries in knowledge ecosystems. His work connects legal doctrine with broader societal challenges, including access to medicines, digital rights, and constitutional integrity, particularly in the context of Canada and Israel.

• Competition Law
• Intellectual Property Law
• Economic Analysis of Law
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Kevin Banks is an Associate Professor of Law at Queen's University and the Director of the Queen's Centre for Law in the Contemporary Workplace. He holds appointments as Associate Dean (Faculty and Academic Policy) and Editor-in-Chief of the Canadian Labour and Employment Law Journal . His research focuses on labour arbitration efficiency, globalization's impact on workplace law, and the intersection of international trade agreements with labour standards. He is a part-time member of the Ontario Grievance Settlement Board and has served on dispute panels for trade agreements like the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement and Canada-EU CETA. Education: S.J.D., Harvard Law School (2003) LL.B., University of Toronto (1989) B.A. (Economics), University of Toronto (1986) Research Interests: Banks explores constitutional collective bargaining rights, gaps in disability accommodation at work, and the enforcement of employment standards. He critiques trade agreement labour chapters and examines third-party liability for wage violations. His work bridges domestic law with global economic policies, emphasizing equitable labour practices in transnational contexts. Professional Achievements: He chaired the first-ever labour rights dispute arbitration panel under a free trade agreement (US-Central America FTA) and advised Ontario’s Changing Workplaces Review. His edited casebook, Labour and Employment Law , is Canada’s leading text in the field. Labs/Teams: Director of the Centre for Law in the Contemporary Workplace, coordinating interdisciplinary research on modern workplace legal challenges.

• Labour Law
• Employment Law
• International Labour Law
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John-Paul Ferguson is an Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour at McGill University's Desautels Faculty of Management. He holds a Ph.D. from MIT Sloan School of Management and prior faculty positions at Stanford University. His research focuses on careers, labor markets, and employment segregation, with notable work on gender disparities in invention and racial segregation in employment. Ferguson has been recognized with awards such as the John T. Dunlop Award and has served on editorial boards for journals like Organization Science and American Sociological Review . He has also contributed to executive education on organizational strategy and design. Education: Ph.D. - Management - MIT Sloan School of Management (2009) M.S. - International Relations - Johns Hopkins SAIS (2001) B.A. - Political Science & History - University of Oklahoma (1999) Research Interests: Ferguson’s work examines labor markets, organizational structures, and mechanisms of inequality. His studies on unionization, innovation gatekeeping, and spatial employment segregation have provided critical insights into institutional dynamics. He employs multidisciplinary approaches, blending sociology, economics, and management theory. Grants & Awards: Recent grants include SSHRC funding for projects on racial employment segregation and gig-economy workers. His accolades reflect academic excellence and service, including the Distinguished MBA Teaching Award and recognition for editorial contributions. Teaching & Service: Academic Director of the McGill MBA program and Masters Programs Coordinator, Ferguson teaches core courses in organizational behavior and strategy. His advising spans doctoral and executive education programs. He has led editorial initiatives and served on policy-related advisory panels.

• Labor Markets
• Employment Segregation
• Industrial Relations
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Dr. Céline Castets-Renard is a Full Professor in the Civil Law Section of the Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa and holds the Canada Research Chair in International and Comparative Law of Artificial Intelligence. She also serves as the University Research Chair on Accountable AI in a Global Context (2020-2024) and is an affiliated researcher at ANITI (Toulouse) and Yale Law School's Internet Society Project. She previously held senior academic roles at Université Toulouse Capitole and was a visiting scholar at institutions including Fordham Law School and Osaka University. Her research focuses on digital technology and AI governance from an international and comparative law perspective, emphasizing EU, Canadian, and US frameworks. Key areas include AI law, data protection, digital copyright, platform regulation, and the intersection of technology with human rights, equity, and gender issues. She has authored over 100 articles, 2 monographs, and edited 4 books. Dr. Castets-Renard advises on EU initiatives such as the AI Office’s General-Purpose AI Code of Practice and the Digital Markets Act. Her work bridges legal scholarship with practical challenges in AI accountability, privacy, and transnational governance. Awards include the Honorary Junior Membership of the Institut Universitaire de France (2015-2019).

• Artificial Intelligence Law
• Digital Governance
• Data Protection Law
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Marie-Claude Desjardins is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Law , Université de Sherbrooke, where she has been affiliated since 2011. She specializes in interdisciplinary legal research at the intersection of Consumer Law , Environmental Law , Agri-Food Systems , and Blockchain Regulation , with a focus on heteronomy between state law and private norms , eco-social justice , and fair trade certification . PhD in Law (Université Montesquieu-Bordeaux IV, 2015) LL.D. (Université Laval, 2015) LL.M. (Université Laval, 2005) B.C.L./LL.B. (McGill University, 2003) Her research explores normative interactions between state law and private standards in fair trade certification, particularly in viticulture and agri-food sectors. She examines how certification systems address labor rights, environmental protection, and consumer empowerment, with fieldwork in Chile, South Africa, and Argentina. Recent publications and presentations highlight her work on data transparency in telecommunications, blockchain applications for sustainable claims, and food labeling regulations . She co-directs the Centre de recherche sur la régulation et le droit de la gouvernance (CrRDG) and has secured grants from SSHRC, FRQSC, and the Desjardins Foundation. Key awards: Minerve Thesis Prize (2014), Best Cotutelle Thesis (France-Québec), and Best Thesis in Humanities/Social Sciences (Québec)

• Consumer Law
• Sustainable Development
• Environmental Law
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Matias E. Margulis is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia, jointly appointed between the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. His research explores the intersection of global governance, food security, and international trade, with a focus on regime complexity and power dynamics in multilateral institutions. Ph.D. in International Relations, McMaster University (2012) M.A. in Public Policy and Politics, University of Toronto (2003) B.A. (Honours) in Economics and Political Science, University of Toronto (2000) Postdoctoral Fellow, Max Planck Institute (2012-2013) His academic work investigates how food insecurity stems from human-made social, economic, and political systems, analyzing the role of international organizations like the WTO, UN, and EU in shaping trade and food policy. Recent publications examine regime entanglements, human rights in trade negotiations, and climate crisis impacts on food governance. Matias has received multiple accolades, including the Distinguished Academic Award (Early in Career, 2014) and the Cadieux-Léger Fellowship (2010-2011). He previously held academic positions at the University of Edinburgh, University of Stirling, and Max Planck Institute, and served as a Canadian representative to the WTO, OECD, and FAO. His expertise extends to advising the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food and consulting for NGOs and the Brookings Institution.

• Global Governance of Food Security
• Agricultural Trade Liberalization
• Large-Scale Land Acquisitions
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John Ries is the HSBC Professor in Asian Business and a Professor in the Strategy and Business Economics Division at the University of British Columbia's Sauder School of Business. He also serves as Senior Associate Dean for Special Projects, overseeing strategic initiatives. His educational background includes a B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. Research Focus Professor Ries specializes in international trade dynamics, business economics, and industrial organization, with a distinct emphasis on the Japanese economy. His work examines trade policy impacts, innovation financing, and globalization effects, leveraging empirical and theoretical frameworks to analyze market behaviors and policy outcomes. Publications Overview His research portfolio spans international trade, investment, and urban economics, with recurring themes like information asymmetry in innovation, gender biases in project assessment, and historical trade legacies. Recent articles demonstrate a shift toward behavioral and developmental economics, using simulations and granular data analysis. Awards and Advising No awards or student advising details are documented in available sources.

• International Trade
• Trade Policy
• International Business
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Bita Amani is an Associate Professor of Law at Queen’s University, affiliated with the Cultural Studies Graduate Program. She holds a BA in Sociology (York University), LLB from Osgoode Hall Law School, and SJD from the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on food law, intellectual property, privacy, and feminist legal studies, exploring intersections with technology regulation, sustainability, and gender equity. Key professional roles include: Adjunct Professor at Osgoode Hall Law School (Part-Time Professional Development Program), Co-Director of Feminist Legal Studies at Queen’s, and consultant for governmental bodies like Ontario’s Ministry of the Attorney General. Her work addresses critical issues such as biopiracy, AI ethics, and privacy law implications of emerging technologies. Education: BA (York), LLB (Osgoode), SJD (Toronto) Awards: IWOO High Achiever Award (2017), IT.CAN Board Member (2009-11) Consultancies: Provincial genetic technology policy (2001), foreign polygamy recognition study (2005) Research spans food governance frameworks, algorithmic accountability, and regulatory challenges in biotechnology. She has authored/co-authored influential books like Trade-marks and Unfair Competition: Cases and Commentary on Canadian Law and State Agency and the Patenting of Life in International Law . Her interdisciplinary approach bridges law, science, and social policy. Recent work emphasizes AI’s impact on copyright frameworks and trademark law’s role in sustainability goals.

• Intellectual Property Law
• Food Law and Governance
• Privacy and Data Protection
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