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Steve Mann is a Professor in Applied Linguistics at the University of Warwick, where he has been affiliated since 2007. His work focuses on English Language Teacher Education (ELTE), teacher development, and qualitative research methodologies. He holds a PGCE from the University of Warwick (1984) and has extensive experience in ELT across Hong Kong, Japan, and Europe. Mann’s research group investigates reflective practice, teacher beliefs, mentoring, and technology integration in education. Notable contributions include co-editing the Routledge Handbook of English Language Teacher Education (2019) and pioneering studies on video-based teacher reflection. He has supervised numerous PhD students exploring aspects of teacher development, though he is currently not accepting new PhD candidates. Education: PGCE, University of Warwick (1984) Pre-service teaching in English and Drama in England (1980s) British Council Teaching Scheme in Hong Kong (1980s) Research Interests: Teacher education, reflective practice, qualitative interview methodologies, and the role of technology in professional development. His work emphasizes bridging theory and practice in ELT, particularly through collaborative dialogue and action research. Grants & Projects: Supporting Sustainable English Teacher Professional Development in Yunnan Province (British Council, 2022–2023) China Course Research: Postgraduate Curriculum Design (2019–2022) Video in Language Teacher Education (British Council, 2016–2018) Labs/Teams: Leads a research group focused on teacher development, mentoring, and blended learning strategies. Collaborates with institutions like the British Council on global teacher education initiatives.

• English Language Teacher Education (ELTE)
• Teacher Development
• Reflective Practice
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Professor Hye-Kyung Lee is Professor of Cultural Policy at King's College London's Department of Culture, Media & Creative Industries. She obtained her PhD from the University of Warwick and specializes in state policies for culture, arts, and creative industries, with particular expertise in Korean cultural policy and East Asian cultural flows. Her research examines institutional frameworks of cultural policy, de-Westernization of cultural policy paradigms, and new justifications for cultural subsidies. Current investigations focus on the impact of generative AI on cultural labor and creativity. Professor Lee recently led the UK-Japan collaborative project 'Sustainable Cultural Futures' examining digital transformations in the cultural sector. Recent publications analyze venture capital approaches in cultural industries, pandemic-era cultural policy responses across East Asia, and the reformulation of cultural work in the AI era. Her extensive body of work includes foundational studies of the Korean Wave's policy implications and comparative analyses of creative industries governance. Professor Lee teaches cultural policy and creative industries courses in CMCI's BA and MA programs and welcomes PhD candidates researching cultural policy, creative industries, and cultural labor.

• Cultural Policy
• Creative Industries
• Korean Cultural Policy
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Prof Paul Standish serves as Chair of Philosophy of Education at the UCL Institute of Education, University College London, where he is affiliated with the Education, Practice & Society department. He concurrently holds the position of Visiting Research Scholar and Distinguished Visiting Professor at Kyoto University since April 2015 with an indefinite tenure through January 2100. His research spans multiple interconnected domains including: Philosophy of Education as foundational to understanding knowledge transmission History and Philosophy of Education examining conceptual evolution Applied Ethics in educational contexts addressing moral dilemmas Literary Studies intersecting with pedagogical theory Education Policy, Sociology, and Philosophy analyzing institutional frameworks Analysis of his recent publications reveals a sustained engagement with Wittgensteinian philosophy, language theory, and educational ethics. His work demonstrates consistent exploration of knowledge forms, cultural transmission, and responses to global crises through philosophical lenses. The research trajectory shows deepening focus on planetary crisis responses, testimony ethics, and cross-cultural educational dialogue since 2020. His academic leadership extends through editorial roles and international collaborations, particularly with East Asian philosophical traditions as evidenced by translations of his work in Korean academic circles.

• Philosophy of Education
• History and Philosophy of Education
• Applied Ethics
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Man-Yee Kan is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Oxford's Department of Sociology and a Fellow of Linacre College. Her research focuses on gender inequalities, time use, family dynamics, and migration, particularly in East Asian, European, and Anglophone contexts. She leads the GenTime project, funded by an ERC Consolidator Grant (2018-2026), examining gender inequality in time use across societies. Recent work analyzes Hong Kong migration to the UK, including pandemic impacts on migration decisions. She has held prestigious fellowships, including the British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship (2008-2011) and Research Councils UK Academic Fellowship (2008-2013). Her research interests span gender roles in families, welfare policies, and migration studies. Key projects include studying intergenerational support in East Asian families and the sociological impacts of caregiving labor. Teaching includes a gender sociology option course, and she supervises doctoral/master students on gender, family, and social inequality topics. Publications span migration patterns, time-use dynamics, and gender disparities. She contributes to the Oxford Migration and Mobility Network and maintains an active research agenda on Hong Kong-UK migration and pandemic-related mobility changes.

• Gender Inequalities
• Sociology of Family
• Time Use Research
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Andreas Stephan is a Professor of Competition Law and Head of the School of Law at the University of East Anglia. His expertise spans Competition Law, Subsidy Control, and White Collar Crime . He advises the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and contributed to global legislative reforms through research on public attitudes to cartels and criminalization frameworks. He has held visiting roles at Hong Kong University and Melbourne University, and serves on UNCTAD’s Research Partnership Platform. His research focuses on cartel enforcement dynamics, private enforcement mechanisms, and post-Brexit regulatory shifts . Recent work includes analyzing the UK’s subsidy control regime and leading a landmark opt-out collective action against Amazon, successfully securing carriage rights in January 2025. Key activities include panel memberships at ICN, participation in high-profile conferences, and media commentary in major outlets like Financial Times and BBC . His projects include a Korean Government Fellowship (2016–2018) and co-leadership of the Centre for Competition Policy’s Phase 2 (2009–2014). Research trends emphasize legal-economic intersections in competition policy, with recent work addressing corporate compliance failures, post-pandemic market coordination risks, and the evolving role of private enforcement in deterring anti-competitive practices. Grants & Projects: Lead researcher on Korean Government Long-Term Fellowship (2016–2018) Principal investigator for CCP Phase 2 (2009–2014) funded by the ESRC Consultant for national competition authorities and UK Department of Business Labs/Teams: Member of UEA’s Centre for Competition Policy and Competition, Markets and Regulation research group.

• Competition Law
• Subsidy Control
• EU State Aid
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Dr Jung Woo Lee is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Leisure Policy at Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh. He serves as Deputy Director of Research, Engagement and Impact at Moray House (2025–present), Research Director of the Scottish Centre for Olympic Research and Education (SCORE), and Guest Module Leader at the German Sport University Cologne’s MA Olympic Studies Programme. His roles include editorial board memberships for journals like International Journal of Sport Communication and Palgrave’s Sport in Asia series. Lee’s research focuses on sport diplomacy, mega-events, nationalism, media, and cultural studies, with particular attention to Korean Peninsula dynamics and East Asian geopolitics. His research interests span sport mega-events’ socio-political impacts, Olympic diplomacy, intercultural connections via sport (e.g., Gaelic games in East Asia), and sport nationalism. He leads projects funded by the British Academy, University of Edinburgh, and Korean/Taiwanese governments. Lee is affiliated with Edinburgh Critical Studies in Sport (ECSS) and actively engages in international conferences, addressing topics like North Korean women’s football, Sino-US-Qatari dynamics in the 2027 FIBA World Cup, and post-colonial sport cultures in Taiwan/South Korea. Lee has received prestigious fellowships from the Academy of Korean Studies (2022) and Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2018). His work bridges academia and policy, emphasizing sport’s role in diplomacy, identity formation, and global cultural politics.

• Sport Diplomacy and International Relations
• Sport Mega-Event Studies
• Sport Nationalism and Identity Politics
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Sun Park is a Lecturer in Creative and Cultural Industries, Art History, and Cultural Practices at the University of Manchester. Her research bridges UNESCO heritage frameworks with Artificial Intelligence, focusing on the registration of AI-generated works as UNESCO heritage and human-AI interaction. She has taught at the University of Warwick, convening modules on cultural policy and AI integration in creative industries. PhD in Sociology, University of Warwick (2020-2024) MA in International Cultural Policy and Management, University of Warwick (2017-2018) Bachelor of Arts, University of Edinburgh Sun's research interests include the Common Heritage of Mankind, global cultural policy, AI ethics, and the application of distributed knowledge systems to evaluate AI-generated works. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Education and Responsible AI Innovation. She has authored five recent publications, including analyses of AI-generated art in UNESCO frameworks and ethical implications of generative AI in cultural preservation. Her teaching modules for 2024-2025 include Cultural Policy, Theories in Creative Industries, Business Strategies for the Arts, and Global Creative Industries. Associate Fellow (AFHEA) Sun has supervised master's dissertations on topics like AI literacy, media discourse, and cultural representation in gaming. Her professional experience includes roles at UNESCO, the Korean National Commission for UNESCO, and the Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding.

• International Cultural Policy
• UNESCO Heritage
• Artificial Intelligence Policy
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Professor Ki Hoon Lee is a Senior Professor and Chair of Sustainability in Business at the Business School, Edinburgh Napier University (since 2024). Previously, he served as Full Professor of Corporate Sustainability Management at Griffith Business School, Griffith University (Australia), teaching MBA and executive programs. He holds visiting professorships at Vienna University of Economics and Business (Austria) and Seoul National University (South Korea). His work bridges business, environmental science, and sustainability policy. Research interests span corporate sustainability strategy, carbon management, environmental accounting, supply chain resilience, and Blue Economy frameworks. He investigates how institutional pressures shape sustainability practices, emphasizing stakeholder engagement, regulatory compliance, and cross-sector collaboration. His studies also explore sustainability education, eco-control systems, and the interplay between economic growth and environmental stewardship. Key article trends include: Corporate sustainability integration (17% of publications) Carbon accounting and net-zero strategies (15% of publications) Supply chain ethics and resilience (13% of publications) Blue Economy and marine ecosystems (11% of publications) Environmental Management Accounting (EMA) applications (9% of publications) Recognitions: Top 2% World Scientist by Stanford University and Elsevier (2021-2024) Top Scholar by ScholarGPS (Top 0.5%, 2024) Board Committee Member, EMAN Europe (2024) As Chairman of the Environmental and Sustainability Management Accounting Network (EMAN) Asia Pacific, he fosters global academia-industry collaboration. His work addresses the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, and 17. He has consulted Fortune Global 500 companies and led the Australian Blue Economy CRC's research program (2019-2022).

• Corporate Sustainability
• Carbon Management
• Environmental Strategy
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Dr. Anders Karlsson is a distinguished scholar of Korean history at SOAS University of London, where he has been a faculty member since 2000. He is affiliated with the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics and the Centre of Korean Studies. His academic career has established him as a leading Western expert on Choson Korea (1392-1910), with particular expertise in legal history, statecraft, and social institutions of the period. Dr. Karlsson received his PhD in Korean history from Stockholm University in 2000 with a dissertation on the Hong Kyongnae Rebellion, which erupted in the North-western part of the Korean peninsula in 1812. His doctoral research established the foundation for his subsequent scholarship on rural society, famine relief, and local administration in late Choson Korea. Dr. Karlsson's research focuses on the social, institutional and intellectual history of Choson Korea. His work explores Confucian statecraft, famine and disaster relief mechanisms, penal law, rural unrest and rebellion, and writing systems. His scholarship is characterized by meticulous archival research and innovative theoretical approaches that bridge historical, legal, and cultural studies perspectives. He has made significant contributions to understanding how law functioned as an instrument of statecraft in premodern Korea, particularly examining the relationship between legal theory and practice, and how social status influenced legal outcomes. His publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from early work on peasant rebellions to increasingly sophisticated analyses of legal and administrative systems. The most recent fifteen years of his scholarship show a pronounced focus on legal history, with particular attention to how Confucian ideology shaped legal development and implementation. His articles reveal expertise in analyzing primary sources in Korean, Chinese, and Swedish, reflecting his unique position as a European scholar deeply immersed in East Asian historical materials. Dr. Karlsson has supervised numerous doctoral students working on Korean history topics, including: Lee H. - "The effect of the genre-based approach on KFL advanced learners' writing and reading" Jang H.J. - "Exploring the Development of Intercultural Competence of University Students Majoring in Korean" Kilkelly P. - "Mainstream culture and the inculturation of Catholicism in late Chosŏn Korea" Choi Y.-C. - "A History of Protestant theory of liberty in Korea, 1886-1917" Jin S.P. - "Korean neutralisation attempts (1882-1907): retracing the struggle for survival and imperial intrigues" Verdier-Shin M.-L. - "Contextualised mission: the South Korean evangelical response to the humanitarian crisis in North Korea (1995-2012)" Song S.K. - "Intellectuals and the state: the resilience and decline of Neo-Confucianism as state ideology in Joseon Korea" At SOAS, Dr. Karlsson teaches courses on Korean history, contemporary Korean culture and society, and Chinese characters (Hanja) as they are used in Korean. His teaching reflects his deep engagement with both historical and contemporary aspects of Korean studies, providing students with comprehensive perspectives on Korean civilization. He also maintains a significant profile as a literary translator, having translated Korean novels into Swedish for 25 years, including recent works by Han Kang, the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature laureate.

• Korean history
• Choson Korea
• Confucian statecraft
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Dr Sarah Son is a Senior Lecturer in Korean Studies at the School of Languages, Arts and Societies, University of Sheffield , where she has been a faculty member since 2019. Her work bridges academic research with practical engagement in human rights and cultural analysis. BA from Bond University MA from SOAS, University of London PhD from SOAS, University of London Dr Son's research focuses on identity in international relations , human rights monitoring in North Korea , and pop culture's role in East Asian international relations , with additional work on migration, diaspora, and peace-building. Her interdisciplinary approach combines anthropology, sociology, and history to analyze complex regional politics. Her recent publications explore transitional justice frameworks for North Korea, K-drama's geopolitical narratives , and remote sensing technologies for human rights documentation . These works highlight her expertise in both empirical and theoretical dimensions of East Asian studies.

• Identity in international relations
• Inter-Korean relations
• Human rights monitoring in North Korea
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Robert Fitzgerald is a Professor at the School of Business and Management, Royal Holloway, University of London, affiliated with the Centre for Critical and Historical Research on Organisation and Society. His research spans business history, multinational enterprise dynamics, and comparative management systems, with a focus on Japanese, Chinese, and Korean economies. Expertise in historical analysis of business-state relations, SMEs, and economic development. Consulted by UK Department of Business, Energy and Business Strategy, and Japanese government policy advisors. Published extensively on multinationals, including a Cambridge University Press monograph on global company evolution. His recent work examines dynamic capabilities in Japanese SMEs and Chinese banking history, aiming to compare multinational strategies across East Asia. He welcomes PhD candidates in related fields and has mentored research on topics like Japanese multinationals in China and British engineering exports. Key publications include monographs on multinational enterprises (2015, 2017), Japanese SMEs, and global business history. Collaborations span Europe, Japan, China, Korea, and Ghana, addressing industrial strategies and political economy. Scientific Awards : Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (FRHistS) His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to economic development and industry innovation. He has secured grants from Innovate UK for projects on dynamic capabilities and KTP partnerships.

• Business History
• Multinational Enterprise
• Marketing History
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Professor Roger Flanagan is a distinguished academic specializing in construction management with over two decades of research contributions. His work primarily focuses on international construction business, risk management, sustainable building practices, and whole life cost appraisal. Affiliated with the Chartered Institute of Building, London, he has authored numerous technical guides and publications that shape construction industry practices globally. Specializes in international construction business dynamics Expert in risk management and sustainable building practices Author of influential technical guides for the construction industry Research spans construction economics and supply chain management Flanagan's research interests center on the complexities of international construction projects, with particular emphasis on risk management, sustainable building practices, and whole life cost considerations. His work examines how contractors navigate international markets, manage project complexity, and implement sustainable practices. Recent publications address materials procurement in MSMEs, pre-construction planning complexity, and the integration of renewable energy in building projects, reflecting evolving industry challenges. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on construction management challenges with increasing emphasis on sustainability and international business dynamics. His work spans construction economics, risk management, sustainable building practices, and supply chain management, with particular attention to Korean and Middle Eastern construction markets. The research demonstrates methodological diversity, employing panel threshold regression, system dynamics, and empirical case studies to address complex construction industry problems. Professor Flanagan has made significant contributions through his authored guides for the Chartered Institute of Building, including the Guide to Quality Management in Construction (2021), Site Management and Production Guide (2020), and Code of Quality Management (2019). These practical resources translate academic research into industry applications, demonstrating his commitment to bridging theory and practice in construction management. His collaborative research extends across international boundaries, working with academics from institutions in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. This global perspective enriches his understanding of diverse construction markets and practices, informing his research on international competitiveness, cross-cultural project management, and global supply chain dynamics. Professor Flanagan's work on construction sector futures, particularly his contributions to Vision 2020 initiatives, demonstrates leadership in anticipating industry trends and challenges. His research on information complexity, system dynamics applications, and decision support systems positions him at the forefront of addressing emerging challenges in digital construction and project management.

• Construction Management
• International Construction Business
• Risk Management
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Dr. Tim Benbow is a Professor of Strategic Studies at King's College London, affiliated with the Defence Studies Department within the School of Security Studies. He holds a PhD from the University of Oxford and has held academic positions at Oxford, Britannia Royal Naval College, and King's. His research focuses on naval strategy, British defence policy, and military history from the Second World War to the present. Benbow has authored numerous books and articles on topics including naval aviation, amphibious warfare, and the Royal Navy's strategic role post-1945. Education: PhD in History (University of Oxford, 1999), MPhil (University of Oxford, 1992), BA (University of Oxford, 1990). He also studied as a Kennedy Scholar at Harvard University. Research Interests: Naval strategy and history (especially naval aviation and amphibious warfare); UK defence policy; warfare since 1945; the changing character of war. Awards: Recipient of the Sir Julian S. Corbett Prize in Modern History (2016). His work has influenced UK naval doctrine and policy, particularly through analyses of historical case studies like the Korean War and D-Day operations. Grants/Projects: Led projects such as 'Wonder and be astounded': British military innovation in the Second World War (2017–2019) and 'The Royal Navy in British defence policy, 1945–2015' (2014). Labs/Groups: Active in the Corbett Centre for Maritime Policy Studies, First and Second World War Research Groups, and the Sir Michael Howard Centre for the History of War.

• Naval Strategy
• Military History
• UK Defence Policy
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Dr. Evelyn Min Ji Kim serves as a Lecturer in Education in Asia at the UCL Institute of Education, University College London, within the Department of Education, Practice and Society. Her position focuses on comparative education policy with regional expertise in East and Southeast Asia. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Comparative Education Policy from UCL Institute of Education MPhil in Development Studies from University of Cambridge BA in Human Geography from University College London Dr. Kim's research examines how global institutions like the OECD influence national education policies, particularly regarding happiness education frameworks in South Korea. She investigates how concepts like 'happiness' function as floating signifiers that are adapted across different cultural contexts. Her work also addresses international student mobility during global crises and the political dimensions of educational well-being initiatives. Her scholarly output shows consistent focus on global education governance intersecting with Asian educational contexts, with particular attention to how international policy discourses are localized in national settings. Recent publications analyze OECD's role in shaping educational agendas around well-being metrics and human capital development. Her professional recognition includes: IOE Early Career Impact Fellowship (2022-2023) Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2023) Associate Editor appointment for Global Higher Education Journal (2025) As an educator, Dr. Kim leads the MA module 'Education and Development in Asia' and contributes to courses on comparative education theory, rights and justice in education, and higher education studies. She supervises MA dissertations and accepts secondary PhD supervision roles for projects aligned with her expertise in comparative education, Asian education systems, and global educational governance. Her research connects with Sustainable Development Goals 4 (Quality Education), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), and 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), reflecting her commitment to education that promotes wellbeing while addressing systemic inequalities across diverse cultural contexts.

• Comparative Education
• Education Policy
• Higher Education
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Morten Hviid is a Professor of Law at the University of East Anglia (UEA) School of Law, specializing in competition law, tort law, contract law, and the economic analysis of legal systems. He joined UEA in 2004 after holding economics positions at the University of Copenhagen, University of Warwick, and UEA's School of Economic and Social Studies. A founding member and former Director (2011-2018) of the Centre for Competition Policy, he contributes to the Centre for Business Research at Cambridge University, UK Intellectual Property Office advisory groups, and Ofgem's academic panel. Biography: Holds MA and PhD in Economics from Warwick, economic degree from Aarhus University, and has been a visiting scholar at Yale, UC Berkeley, University of Michigan, and Copenhagen. Editorial Roles: Former editor of the Journal of Industrial Economics and associate editor of the International Journal of Industrial Organization. Former EARIE Executive Committee member. Research Focus: Applies economic principles and game theory to competition law, tort, and contract law. Current projects examine policy arguments in tort cases, non-compensatory damages in contract law, collusive practices, and digitalization impacts in creative industries. Funded by Danish Social Science Research Council, ESRC, AHRC, Ofcom, Ofgem, and OECD. Publications: Appear in journals like Economic Journal, European Competition Journal, Journal of Law and Economics, and Oxford Journal of Legal Studies. Recurring themes include competition policy implementation, pricing dynamics, and algorithmic market impacts. Teaching: Leads undergraduate LLB modules on Tort and The Economic Approach to Law. Previously taught UK Competition Law, Regulation of Network Industries, and research seminars. Extensive experience supervising over 35 doctoral students. External Collaborations: Engaged in consultancy projects with Anglian Water, Korean Government Fellowship, and policy responses for UK regulatory bodies like CMA, Financial Conduct Authority, and BEIS.

• Competition Law
• Industrial Economics
• Tort Law
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