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• Medico-Legal Issues in Radiology
• Emergency Radiology
• Artificial Intelligence in Diagnostic Imaging
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Dr. Jonathan Lee Mezrich is an Associate Professor in the Emergency Radiology section of the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging at Yale School of Medicine . His unique background as a former corporate/transactional lawyer and current radiologist informs his research at the intersection of medico-legal issues and emergency radiology . He joined Yale in 2015 after completing his MD (University of Maryland) and radiology residency/fellowship there. Research Interests : Medico-Legal Challenges in Radiology Artificial Intelligence in Diagnostic Imaging Teleradiology Risk Assessment Emergency Radiology Workflow Medical Malpractice Stress Syndrome Recent Publications reflect expertise in: Large Language Models in Radiology IV Contrast Premedication Policies Malpractice Litigation Training Peer Learning in Emergency Imaging Post-Dobbs Regulatory Changes

• Environmental Health
• Public Health Law
• PFAS Contamination
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Robert Bilott is an Environmental Health Sciences Lecturer at the Yale School of Public Health, affiliated with the Department of Environmental Health Sciences. He is a partner at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, renowned for his decades-long legal battles against PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination. His work exposed global health risks linked to chemicals like PFOA and PFOS, securing over $1 billion for affected communities. Bilott’s advocacy is highlighted in his book *Exposure* and the feature film *Dark Waters*. Education: BA from New College of Florida, J.D. cum laude from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. He holds honorary doctorates from New College of Florida, Thomas More University, and The Ohio State University’s Environmental Science Program. Research Focus: PFAS contamination, environmental litigation, public health policy, and corporate accountability. His work bridges legal, scientific, and regulatory spheres to address systemic environmental injustices. Awards: Includes the Right Livelihood Award (‘Alternative Nobel Prize’), Legacy Award from Taft, and recognition from international bodies for advancing environmental justice. Professional Roles: Fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers, Honorary Professor at National University of Córdoba, and lecturer at Yale. He advises global institutions on PFAS regulation and testifies before legislative bodies.

Henry HuangView profile

Professor

• Accounting
• Corporate Governance
• Securities Litigation
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Dr. Henry Huang is a Professor of Accounting and Director of the Syms Masters of Science in Accounting Program at Yeshiva University’s Sy Syms School of Business. He holds dual campuses at Beren (215 Lexington Ave, Room 604) and Wilf (Belfer Hall, Room 408). Dr. Huang earned a PhD in Accounting (with Finance minor) from the University of Houston’s C.T. Bauer College of Business, an LLM in Law, and a BA from Peking University. His expertise spans international investment, accounting information systems, securities litigation, and entrepreneurial planning. Research Interests: Dr. Huang examines external monitoring mechanisms like securities litigation, shareholder rights, and hedge fund activism, their impacts on accounting practices, capital costs, and corporate governance. Recent studies focus on climate risk, cyber-security, religiosity, and cryptoassets. His work has secured grants from Hong Kong’s Research Grants Council. Publications: Over 30 articles in top-tier journals including The Accounting Review, Journal of Financial Economics, and Strategic Management Journal. Key themes include litigation risk, climate risk management, audit costs of cryptoassets, and religiosity’s economic implications. Professional Experience: Prior teaching roles at University of Houston, Butler University, and Prairie View A&M University. Dual legal qualifications (U.S. and China) inform his research on securities litigation and regulatory compliance.

• Climate Change and Global Health
• Environmental Health Impact Assessment
• Healthy Ageing in a Warming Climate
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Associate Professor Ying Zhang is an epidemiologist and educator specializing in climate change and global health at the University of Sydney's Sydney School of Public Health. She holds leadership roles in the MJA-Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change and the China Studies Centre. Her research focuses on community resilience to climate impacts, particularly for vulnerable populations in the Asia-Pacific. She has over 170 publications, including work on temperature-related health risks and policy advocacy. Awards include the ISEE Fellowship and the Tony McMichael Award. Key projects include developing a glossary for climate-health research and studying heat-related disease burdens. She teaches climate change and global health courses and supervises PhD students. Collaborations span institutions in China, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka.

Tolga CaskurluView profile

Assistant Professor

• Corporate Finance
• Patent Law
• Entrepreneurial Finance
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Tolga Caskurlu is Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Amsterdam Business School. His research examines corporate finance interactions with patent law, M&A, and innovation. Current projects analyze how patent rights influence acquisition strategies and small firm R&D incentives. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and previously worked at DuPont. Methodologies include machine learning analysis of patent lawsuits and instrumental variable approaches. Published in Journal of Finance and Journal of Financial Economics. Professional activities include program committees for EFA and FMA conferences. Teaches courses in entrepreneurial finance and corporate financial strategies.

Sandra CassottaView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Law
• Climate Change
• Energy Law
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Sandra Cassotta is an Associate Professor in International, Environmental, and Energy Law at Aalborg University's Department of Law, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. She holds additional roles as Lead Author on Environmental Governance and Polar Regions for the IPCC, Adjunct Professor at Western Sydney University, and Fellow at institutions such as the Sustainability College Bruges and the Institute for Security and Development Policy. Her education includes a PhD in Law and Master’s in Political Science. Her research focuses on environmental law, climate governance, Arctic security, energy geopolitics, and interdisciplinary approaches blending law with international relations and environmental science. Key projects include the EU-funded JUSTNORTH initiative on Arctic environmental justice and studies on seabed mining and digitalization in climate adaptation. She teaches courses on climate law, energy security, and international environmental law across multiple institutions. Research Interests: Environmental governance, climate change adaptation, Arctic Ocean security, energy law, human rights, and interdisciplinary policy frameworks. Awards: Fellowships at SCB and ISDP, IPCC Lead Author designation. Grants: Multiple EU and national grants focusing on climate law, Arctic governance, and digitalization in disaster risk reduction. Her work bridges legal frameworks with real-world challenges, emphasizing sustainable solutions for global environmental crises.

Per LalengView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Tort Law
• Causal Inference
• Quantitative Legal Methods
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Per Laleng is a Senior Lecturer in Law at Kent Law School, holding degrees from Kent and Cambridge. A practicing barrister specializing in personal injury law for eight years, his research focuses on causal inference in toxic torts and the integration of quantitative methods in legal reasoning. He directs the MLaw program and previously managed the university's moot program. Laleng's scholarship critically examines evidentiary challenges in tort cases, particularly involving epidemiological data and algorithmic accountability. Recent publications analyze judicial interpretation of statistical evidence and biases in appellate decision-making.

• Obstetrics
• Gynecology
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
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Robert Stiller is a faculty member at the Yale School of Medicine within the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences . His research focuses on obstetric complications, maternal-fetal medicine, and healthcare policy in reproductive health. Education: BA in Psychology (University of Pennsylvania, 1975); BS (Rutgers University, 1979) Research Areas: Medical liability in obstetrics, postpartum hemorrhage management, prenatal infection control, and clinical guidelines for maternal health His publications since the 2000s reveal trends in addressing liability risks, improving vaccination compliance during pregnancy, and identifying novel causes of obstetric complications like focal uterine atony. Collaborations span institutions such as the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) and cross-disciplinary teams in maternal health. Key Contributions: 2014: Co-authored SMFM liability surveys 2009: Studied influenza vaccination in pregnancy 2005: Identified lower uterine segment atony as a distinct hemorrhage cause

Gideon ParchomovskyView profile

Professor

• Intellectual Property Law
• Property Law
• Cyber Law
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Gideon Parchomovsky is the Robert G. Fuller, Jr. Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School. His research focuses on intellectual property, property law, and cyber law, with a particular emphasis on developing value-oriented legal theories and addressing gaps in corporate governance and regulatory frameworks. He has contributed extensively to debates on copyright infringement, patent systems, and the intersection of technology with legal principles. Key Affiliations: University of Pennsylvania Law School Research Interests: Intellectual Property Law (Patents, Copyright) Property Rights and Takings Cyber Law and Digital Regulation Corporate Governance and ESG Compliance His work often bridges legal theory and empirical analysis, such as his advocacy for a comprehensive property theory and critiques of eminent domain practices. Notable publications include Restructuring Copyright Infringement (2020) and Partial Takings (2017). He has been recognized with the A. Leo Levin Award for teaching excellence. Recent articles highlight trends in redefining corporate law, addressing systemic overincarceration through legal reforms, and exploring the ethical dimensions of AI-driven innovation. His scholarship frequently engages with emerging issues like ESG metrics and governance of private companies. Awards: A. Leo Levin Award (Best First-Year Law Teacher) Grants/Advising: Focuses on policy-driven research with interdisciplinary collaborations.

Colleen F. ShanahanView profile

Professor

• Civil Law
• Access to Justice
• State Courts
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Colleen F. Shanahan is a Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, where she leads experiential education efforts. Previously, she served as Vice Dean for Experiential Education at Columbia Law School. Her research focuses on state civil courts, access to justice, and poverty law, using both theoretical and empirical approaches. Shanahan holds an LLM from Georgetown University Law Center, a JD from Columbia Law School, and an AB from Princeton University. Her clinical teaching emphasizes racial and economic justice, partnering students with community organizations to reform civil and criminal legal systems. Notable advocacy areas include public housing conditions, fines/fees reform, debt collection, and foster care system improvements. Her scholarly work has been published in top-tier journals like the Columbia Law Review and Harvard Law Review Forum. Articles analyze lawyerless court dynamics, civil procedure reforms, and judicial practices in marginalized communities. While specific award names aren't listed, her clinic’s work on juvenile justice fees earned national recognition. Shanahan’s career includes litigation at prestigious firms, judicial clerkships, and prior teaching roles at Temple University and Georgetown. Her lab/clinic fosters student engagement in systemic legal reform, blending academic rigor with real-world advocacy.

Brian CadmanView profile

Professor

• Executive Compensation
• Corporate Governance
• Management Accounting
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Brian Cadman is Chair and Professor of Accounting at the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business. He holds the David Eccles Professorship in Accounting. Previously, he taught at the Kellogg School of Management and Wharton School. He earned a BA from Harvard University (2000) and a PhD in Accounting from the University of Oregon (2005). His research focuses on executive compensation design, governance mechanisms, and the role of accounting information in labor markets. Notable studies include analyses of compensation consultants' influence on CEO pay, TARP participation incentives, and pension plans' role in executive compensation. His work has been cited by the SEC and published in top journals like the Journal of Accounting and Economics and Journal of Management Accounting Research . Teaching: Management Accounting across MBA, Executive MBA, and MS Accounting programs Service: Editor of The Accounting Review (2016–2022), Chair of School of Accounting (2022–present), Academic Senator (2015–2018) Recipient of multiple teaching awards, including the Distinguished Teaching Award for Executive MBA (2022) and Brady Award (2013, 2018). Active in editorial roles for leading accounting journals and professional service in academic leadership committees.

Chris AshfordView profile

Professor

• Law and Sexuality
• Queer Theory
• Legal Education
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Professor Chris Ashford serves as Deputy Faculty Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange) and Professor of Law and Society in the Faculty of Business and Law at Northumbria University. As the University Senior Sponsor for LGBTQ+ Equality, his work bridges academic leadership and social justice advocacy. He holds an MA in Teaching & Learning and specializes in law and sexuality, queer theory, and transformative approaches to legal education. His research examines: Normative challenges to sexual assumptions through queer theoretical frameworks Technology-enhanced pedagogy and apprenticeship models in legal training Regulatory impacts on LGBTQ+ communities and counter-cultural groups Pandemic-era adaptations of intimacy practices and their legal implications Ashford's recent scholarship predominantly explores socio-legal dimensions of gender, sexuality, and identity. His 2020-2024 publications demonstrate strong focus on: Pandemic-related shifts in sexual practices and regulations Critical approaches to legal education and feminist/queer pedagogies Transgender legal recognition frameworks Historical and contemporary policing of sexuality Methodologically, he employs queer theory, socio-legal analysis, and critical pedagogy across diverse contexts from digital spaces to policy reform. Ashford holds significant national leadership roles including: REF2021 Law Sub-Panel member (UoA18) ESRC and AHRC Peer Review College member Advisory Council member at Institute of Advanced Legal Studies Chair of 2023 QAA Law Subject Benchmark Statement review He previously served as General Editor of The Law Teacher (2014-2024) and chaired the Association of Law Teachers. His international consultancy includes work with USAID on Ukrainian legal education reform.

John BatesView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Tort Law
• Civil Dispute Resolution
• Clinical Negligence
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John Bates is a Senior Lecturer at Northumbria Law School, part of Northumbria University. He holds an LLB (Hons) from the University of Leicester and a Legal Practice Course qualification from the College of Law, York. A qualified solicitor since 1997 and former Partner in a regional law firm specializing in civil dispute resolution and clinical negligence, he transitioned to academia in 2008. His teaching focuses on Tort Law, Civil Dispute Resolution, Clinical Negligence, and the intersection of AI/Robotics with Law. As Programme Leader for LL.B (Hons) Law with Business and International Business, Bates has contributed to curriculum development across multiple legal programmes. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, emphasizing his commitment to pedagogical excellence. His research interests span Tort Law adaptation to emerging technologies, access to justice in litigation reforms, and legal challenges posed by artificial intelligence. Bates actively participates in professional networks such as the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers and North of England Medico-Legal Society. His recent scholarly work addresses driverless car liability, ODR innovations, and social media's role in fraud detection. He has presented at conferences including the Socio-Legal Studies Association and BILETA, and peer-reviewed for Taylor & Francis and Edward Elgar. Bates' contributions extend to interdisciplinary research groups at Northumbria, including Law and Humanities, Mental Health Legal Forum (MELRIG), and Internet & Society (NINSO). His academic leadership and practitioner experience bridge theoretical legal frameworks with real-world legal practice challenges.

• Health Policy
• Medicaid
• Public Health
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Phillip Singer is an Associate Professor in the Political Science Department at the University of Utah, with an adjunct role in Operations & Information Systems since 2022. His research focuses on health policy, Medicaid, public health, and social determinants of health, particularly disparities in healthcare access and the impact of policy reforms. BS in Anthropology and Political Science from Brigham Young University (2008) Master of Health Service Administration from University of Michigan (2013) PhD in Organization and Policy from University of Michigan (2018) His scholarly work examines Medicaid policy, homelessness, partisan responses to health disparities, vaccination strategies, and the intersection of governance with public health. He has contributed extensively to studies on state-level health reforms, including analyses of 1332 waivers, the Affordable Care Act, and pandemic response frameworks. Recent publications highlight trends in healthcare access, the efficacy of automated Medicaid renewals, and persistent racial disparities in sheltered homelessness. His 2024 Francis Wormuth Award recognizes his contributions to health policy scholarship. Phillip teaches courses in health policy, healthcare economics, policy analysis, and supervises doctoral research, while also serving on the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute advisory board (2018–present).

Seoyoung KimView profile

Associate Professor

• Financial Markets Microstructure
• Structured Finance
• Blockchain Technology
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Seoyoung Kim is the Department Chair and Associate Professor of Finance and Business Analytics at Santa Clara University’s Leavey School of Business. She teaches Financial Management, Financial Engineering, and FinTech. Her research focuses on financial markets microstructure, structured finance, and emerging technologies like blockchain, DeFi, and NFTs. She authored DeFi For Dummies and NFTs For Dummies , and provides consulting on financial instruments and litigation support. She holds a B.A. in Mathematics from Rice University and a Ph.D. in Finance from Emory University. Her research spans innovative financial instruments, including cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance, with practical applications in smart contracts and blockchain analytics. She previously served on Purdue University’s faculty and actively contributes to the Journal of Investment Management as a Senior Editor. Notable consulting work includes structuring special purpose vehicles, asset-backed securities, and advising on distressed asset portfolios. Her recent projects emphasize leveraging technology to solve financial industry challenges, such as liquidity risk management in structured finance and regulatory tech (RegTech) for risk detection through linguistic analysis.