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Jannika JahnView profile

Research Fellow

• European and international human rights law
• business and human rights law
• international environmental law
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Jannika Jahn is a Senior Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Comparative Public Law and International Law in Heidelberg, where she has been working since 2020. She also serves as an Associate Fellow at Maastricht University's Globalization and Law Network and as Associate Editor at Verfassungsblog for International Law and Human Rights Protection. Her work focuses on the intersection of international law, human rights, and environmental protection, with particular expertise in business and human rights law and climate litigation. Jannika Jahn received her LL.B. in English and German Law from University College London and the University of Cologne, where she completed her first state's exam. She earned her doctorate (summa cum laude) from the University of Heidelberg with a dissertation on "The media publicity of the judiciary and its limits." Her doctoral work was conducted at the Max Planck Institute for Comparative Law and Public International Law. Jahn's research spans European and international human rights law, business and human rights law, international environmental law (particularly climate law), comparative constitutional law and theory, and interdisciplinary legal analysis. She examines how national courts can serve as guarantors of global climate protection and investigates the role of judicial independence in multi-level governance systems. Her work on supply chain regulation explores how to create effective human rights due diligence frameworks for multinational corporations. Her scholarly output demonstrates a clear trajectory from foundational work on judicial independence and media coverage of courts toward increasingly focused research on climate litigation and business and human rights. Recent publications highlight her expertise in analyzing how constitutional courts worldwide are becoming key actors in climate governance and how supply chain legislation can be designed to effectively protect human rights across global value chains. Jahn has received several prestigious honors for her academic work, including: Ruprecht-Karls-Preis awarded by the Stiftung Universität Heidelberg for the best legal doctoral thesis in 2020 Scholarship for the doctoral thesis by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship for law studies by Studienstiftung des Deutschen Volkes Scholarship for LL.B. studies by Alexander-Lüderitz-Stiftung As a Senior Research Fellow, Jahn leads her habilitation project and a business and human rights project at the Max Planck Institute. She has served as a legal expert for the Consultative Council of European Judges (CCJE) of the Council of Europe regarding judicial independence and freedom of expression of judges. Her advisory work extends to policy development, as evidenced by her contributions to the German Supply Chain Act. She regularly presents her research at international conferences and teaches courses on European human rights protection, climate change challenges, and comparative constitutional law. At the Max Planck Institute, Jahn is actively involved in research teams focused on business and human rights and climate litigation. She participates in the Institute's Gender Equality initiatives as the Gender Equality Officer and contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on current challenges in international law through the Institute's research colloquia and workshops.

• International Finance
• Capital Markets
• Insolvency Law
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Professor Rodrigo Olivares-Caminal is a leading academic in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London's Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS). He holds an LLB from Buenos Aires, an LLM from Warwick, and a PhD from London. His roles include Editor-in-Chief of the Business Law Review and advisory roles at UNCTAD, World Bank/IFC, and international law firms. His expertise focuses on international finance, insolvency law, cross-border litigation, and sovereign debt restructuring. Education: LLB (Buenos Aires) LLM (University of Warwick) PhD (London) Research Interests: Specializes in sovereign debt crises, cross-border insolvency frameworks, and legal aspects of financial crises. His work bridges law, economics, and public policy, addressing systemic risk, creditor equality, and the design of sustainable debt management frameworks. He advocates for improved transparency in sovereign lending and equitable restructuring mechanisms. Professional Contributions: Authored/edited 7 books and over 100 peer-reviewed articles/chapters. Key works include *Debt Restructuring* (OUP), *Expedited Corporate Debt Restructuring in the EU*, and *Legal Aspects of Sovereign Debt Restructuring*. Serves on editorial boards of major law journals and advises international institutions on financial regulation and crisis containment. Grants & Awards: No specific awards mentioned, but recognized internationally for contributions to insolvency law and sovereign debt policy. Has received honors from Saudi Arabia’s Bankruptcy Commission and participation in high-level policy dialogues (e.g., UNCTAD, IMF). Teaching & Mentorship: Leads postgraduate courses on Corporate Finance Law, Sovereign Debt Restructuring, and Bank Resolution. Teaches globally at institutions in Spain, Italy, Greece, France, China, and Argentina. Active in professional training programs across Africa, Asia, Middle East, and Europe. Labs/Teams: Core member of Queen Mary’s Insolvency & Governance Research Group. Collaborates with global networks like the International Insolvency Institute and the European Banking Authority. Leads interdisciplinary projects on sovereign debt frameworks and cross-border financial stability.

E. Lea JohnstonView profile

Professor

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure
• Mental Health Law
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E. Lea Johnston is the Clarence J. TeSelle Professor and Professor of Law at the University of Florida Levin College of Law. She is a leading expert in mental health law, criminal law, and criminal procedure, with her work appearing in top law reviews and peer-reviewed interdisciplinary journals. Her scholarship has been widely cited by legal scholars, appears in leading treatises, and has received attention from courts and social scientists. Her theory of sentencing forms part of the theoretical framework for the standard textbook for forensic psychiatry fellowship programs. Professor Johnston earned her A.B. from Princeton University and her J.D. (cum laude) from Harvard Law School. Before entering academia, she worked as a litigation associate at Arnold & Porter LLP in Washington, D.C., served as director of the Maryland Public Interest Research Group, and clerked for Judge Richard Tallman of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Johnston's research primarily focuses on the intersection of mental health and criminal justice. Her work examines how mental illness impacts criminal responsibility, competence to stand trial, sentencing, and diversion programs. She has made significant contributions to understanding diminished responsibility doctrines, insanity defenses, mental health courts, and assisted outpatient treatment. Her scholarship often employs interdisciplinary approaches, integrating legal analysis with insights from psychology, psychiatry, and behavioral sciences to develop more humane and just approaches to mentally ill offenders within the criminal justice system. Her publications demonstrate consistent scholarly output with significant impact across multiple disciplines. The trajectory of her work shows an evolution from foundational analyses of legal standards for mentally ill defendants toward more comprehensive reform proposals addressing systemic issues in how the criminal justice system handles mental illness. Elected to American Law Institute (2020) Former Chair of Criminal Justice Section, American Association of Law Schools Former Chair of Law and Mental Disability Section, American Association of Law Schools Member of Legal Scholars Committee, American Psychology-Law Society Professor Johnston has significantly influenced both legal scholarship and practice through her theoretical contributions and practical recommendations. Her work on sentencing theory for mentally ill offenders has been incorporated into forensic psychiatry training materials, demonstrating real-world impact beyond academia. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, her extensive publication record and leadership roles suggest substantial research support throughout her career. Her scholarship serves as a critical bridge between legal doctrine and clinical mental health practice, offering frameworks that balance therapeutic needs with justice considerations.

Ayesha Bell HardawayView profile

Professor

• Criminal Law
• Policing
• Race and the Law
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Ayesha Bell Hardaway is a Professor of Law at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, where she also serves as Director of the Social Justice Law Center and Director of the Social Justice Institute. Her work focuses on criminal law, policing, and the intersection of race and the law, including legal remedies for police misconduct through federal intervention and community oversight. She has been featured in media outlets such as CNN, USA Today, and the New York Times for her expertise on civil rights and police reform. Education: Juris Doctor (Case Western Reserve University, 2004), Bachelor of Arts (The College of Wooster, 1997) Her research examines structural issues in policing, including how police associations and collective bargaining rights can perpetuate systemic racism and impede reform efforts. She also investigates reparations, the 13th Amendment, and the socio-economic conditions that enable police abuses. Her scholarship bridges labor law, constitutional law, and social justice advocacy. Analysis of her publications highlights a focus on criminal justice reform, police accountability, and racial equity. Her work often addresses the historical roots of police unions, legal mechanisms for oversight, and the tensions between collective bargaining rights and police reform. She contributes to academic discourse through interdisciplinary lenses, integrating critical race theory and public policy analysis. As Director of the Criminal Clinic, she supervises law students in handling misdemeanor cases, emphasizing client-centered pedagogy. Her leadership roles at the Social Justice Law Center and Social Justice Institute facilitate research, community dialogue, and curricular innovation on pressing social justice issues.

Donna GreenView profile

Professor

• Environmental Science
• Climate Change
• Air Pollution
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Professor Donna Green is an internationally recognized environmental scientist at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), affiliated with the School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences. She holds a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley (2004) and leads multidisciplinary research at the intersection of climate change, energy policy, and air pollution. Her work focuses on balancing improvements in indoor air quality against outdoor pollution sources such as traffic, bushfires, and industry, while addressing increasingly recognized risks from indoor air contaminants including airborne diseases. PhD, University of California, Berkeley (2004) Professor Green's research spans environmental science, climate change impacts, air pollution health effects, renewable energy policy, and environmental justice. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in the health impacts of climate change, with emphasis on vulnerable populations including Indigenous communities. She investigates the synergistic impacts of urban air pollution compounding climate emergencies, and has published extensively on environmental injustice in resource-rich Aboriginal Australia. Her research often bridges scientific findings with practical policy solutions, working collaboratively with engineers, legal practitioners, and public health experts to design evidence-based approaches to environmental challenges. The most recent publications reveal a strong focus on wildfire smoke impacts on health, indoor air quality in educational settings, climate litigation trends, and the intersection of renewable energy development with Indigenous rights. Her work shows increasing attention to the health consequences of climate change, particularly through the MJA-Lancet Countdown reports which document Australia's preparedness (or lack thereof) for climate-related health challenges. There's also a clear trend toward interdisciplinary collaboration, with publications spanning environmental science, public health, engineering, and social justice perspectives. Clean Air Society Australia & New Zealand Innovation & Excellence in Air Quality Award for CleanAir Schools program Professor Green leads the CleanAir Schools program and is currently implementing Fresh Air Innovators in 100 NSW school classrooms. She has secured significant research funding through collaborations with multiple institutions and has supervised numerous students, though specific advisees aren't listed in the provided text. Her research has informed policy discussions on air quality standards, climate adaptation strategies, and environmental justice frameworks. Professor Green directs research teams investigating indoor air quality solutions, climate-health interactions, and renewable energy policy frameworks. Her CleanAir Schools initiative represents a major practical application of her research, translating scientific findings into classroom interventions that protect children from air pollution. She collaborates extensively with engineers, public health experts, and policy practitioners to develop evidence-based solutions to environmental challenges.

Frederick RoyalView profile

Professor

• Tax Law
• Corporate Taxation
• Estate Planning
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Frederick Royal is a Professor of Law at the Western New England University College of Law , where he has been a faculty member since 1978. He serves as the Director of the LL.M. program in Elder Law and Estate Planning , reflecting his specialization in tax and estate-related legal frameworks. Royal’s career combines academic rigor with practical experience, including a clerkship with U.S. Tax Court Judge William M. Drennan and work in private tax law practice. Education: B.A., University of Massachusetts J.D., Cornell Law School LL.M., Boston School of Law His research focuses on tax procedure , corporate taxation , and estate planning , with publications spanning trust administration, tax code compliance, and elder law applications. He actively engages in public discourse through talks on tax issues sponsored by organizations like Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. The LL.M. program under his leadership emphasizes elder law and estate planning, aligning with his teaching of courses such as Estate & Gift Tax , Estate Planning , and Taxation of Business Entities . His scholarly works include book chapters and articles on trusts, tax redemption strategies, and life insurance policy management.

Mark DavisonView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Intellectual Property Law
• Trade Marks
• International Trade Law
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Mark Davison is an Emeritus Professor and Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Law at Monash University, specializing in intellectual property law. He holds dual roles as a legal academic and a practicing lawyer with Knightsbridge Lawyers. His expertise spans trade marks, WTO agreements, and public health regulation, particularly tobacco plain packaging. He has authored seminal works such as Shanahan's Australian Law of Trade Marks and Passing Off and contributed to landmark cases including Australia’s successful defense of tobacco plain packaging laws at the WTO. Research Interests: Intellectual Property Law, Trade Marks, Geographical Indications, WTO Dispute Resolution, Public Health Policy, Database Protection, Competition Law. His work intersects international trade law, health policy, and legal reform. Awards: Recognized globally as one of the 50 most influential figures in IP (2014) and awarded the Vice-Chancellor's Distinguished Teaching Prize (2001). His research has been cited in over 100 court decisions and 250 IP office rulings, including a landmark High Court of Australia ruling in 2023. Advisory Roles: Member of the Advisory Council on Intellectual Property, Commonwealth Department of Health’s Plain Packaging Expert Group, and Intellectual Property Committee of the Law Council of Australia. He advised the Australian government during WTO tobacco litigation and contributed to free trade agreement negotiations involving geographical indications. Projects: Led ARC-funded research on geographical indications in Australian trade agreements and the impact of venture capital on innovation. Collaborated internationally on studies about the New Plurilateralism in global governance and the ‘Human Rights in Three Minutes’ video project. Media Engagement: Regularly commented on IP disputes, EU trade negotiations, and public health policy in media outlets, emphasizing the intersection of law, trade, and societal welfare.

Christopher T. BavitzView profile

Clinical Professor

• Intellectual Property Law
• Media Law
• Technology Law
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Christopher T. Bavitz is the WilmerHale Clinical Professor of Law and Vice Dean for Experiential and Clinical Education at Harvard Law School. He serves as Managing Director of the Cyberlaw Clinic at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society and is a Faculty Co-Director of the Center. His expertise spans intellectual property, media law, AI governance, and technology policy. Bavitz teaches courses like Music & Digital Media and Counseling and Legal Strategy in the Digital Age . His research focuses on algorithmic fairness, intermediary liability, and regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies. Bavitz holds a B.A. from Tufts University and a J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School. Before joining HLS, he was Senior Director of Legal Affairs at EMI Music and practiced litigation at Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal. Key initiatives include work on the Lumen Database for transparency in content takedowns, the AGTech Forum for state attorneys general, and policy analysis on AI ethics, facial recognition, and algorithmic risk assessment tools. He advises on startup legal strategy, digital finance, and generative AI accountability.

Kate GriffithView profile

Professor

• Employment Law and Policy
• Immigration and the Labor Force
• International and Comparative Workplace Studies
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Dr. Kate Griffith is the Jean McKelvey-Alice Grant Professor and Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Diversity, and Faculty Development at Cornell’s ILR School. She holds an affiliate role as an associate member of the Cornell Law Faculty and is a Research Fellow at NYU’s Center for Labor & Employment Law. Her research focuses on the intersection of immigration and workplace law, particularly for low-wage workers. A co-author of the seminal textbook Labor Law: Cases, Materials, and Problems , she has been widely published in top journals like California Law Review and Law & Social Inquiry . Recognized nationally for teaching excellence, she received Cornell’s Stephen H. Weiss Junior Fellow award (2018) and multiple MacIntyre Awards for exemplary teaching. Before academia, Griffith was a Skadden Fellow at the Workers’ Rights Law Center and a law clerk for Judge Rosemary Pooler of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. Her legal education at NYU School of Law included distinguished scholarships (Root Tilden Public Interest, Sol D. Kapelsohn Prize) and global research as a Rotary and Fulbright Scholar in Mexico and El Salvador. Her work bridges labor law, immigration policy, and social justice, emphasizing marginalized workers’ rights. Griffith’s recent scholarship critiques joint-employer liability frameworks, advocates for worker centers’ legal recognition, and examines immigration policy’s impact on labor markets. Her 2023 article Centering Race in Studies of Low-Wage Immigrant Labor highlights systemic racial inequities. She frequently contributes to policy debates, including critiques of DOL’s proposed joint-employer rules and defenses of worker-center legal rights. Education: J.D., NYU School of Law (cum laude, Root Tilden Scholar) Professional Activities: Research on labor migration, policy analysis of gig economy, and advocacy for immigrant worker protections Her awards reflect both scholarly and pedagogical impact, including being named “Most Influential Faculty Member” by Merrill Presidential Scholars (four times). Griffith’s interdisciplinary approach integrates legal scholarship with practical advocacy, shaping modern labor law discourse.

Ben WagnerView profile

Professor

• Digital Rights
• AI Governance
• Human Rights & Technology
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Prof. Dr. Ben Wagner is a Professor of Media, Technology & Society at Inholland University, Director of TU Delft's AI Futures Lab on Rights and Justice, and Professor of Human Rights & Technology at IT:U. His work bridges social sciences, technology, and human rights, focusing on digital governance, AI ethics, and societal impacts of technological change. He holds a PhD from the European University Institute (2013) and has led institutions like the Center for Internet & Human Rights (Viadrina) and the Sustainable Computing Lab (WU Wien). Key initiatives include Inholland's Digital Rights Research Team (DRRT), Sustainable Media Lab (SML), and contributions to the European Cloud for Heritage OpEn Science (ECHOES). His research emphasizes designing accountable tech systems, digital rights frameworks, and sustainable digital infrastructures. Recent work addresses gaps between legal/ethical guidelines and public sector data practices, AI governance across nations, and audit mechanisms for platform transparency. Awards include the 2023 Best Paper Award at HICSS for AI governance research and a 2013 Best Student Paper at Internet Science. Collaborations span academia, governments, and industries to shape equitable tech policies. Active in advisory roles for ENISA, Patterns Journal, and the UKRI Trustworthy Systems Hub.

• Comparative Corporate Law
• Corporate Governance
• Asian Corporate Law
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Dan W. PUCHNIAK is the Yong Pung How Professor of Law and Director of the Centre for Commercial Law in Asia at Singapore Management University's Yong Pung How School of Law. He holds numerous academic leadership roles, including Inaugural Director of the Asian Corporate Law Forum and Editor-in-Chief of the European Corporate Governance Institute Blog. His career includes tenured positions at the National University of Singapore (2014–2022) and visiting appointments at leading institutions like Stanford Law School, Columbia Law School, and the University of Tokyo. Education: LLD (Kyushu University, 2008), LLM (Kyushu University, 2002), LLB (University of Victoria, 2001), BA (University of Manitoba, 1997). Research focuses on comparative corporate law, with specialization in Asia-Pacific jurisdictions. Key areas include shareholder activism, corporate governance in China/Japan/Singapore, legal transplants, and ESG integration. His work challenges Western-centric frameworks through empirical and contextual analysis. Awards highlight teaching excellence (SMU, NUS) and research impact, including the 2023 Cleary Gottlieb Law Prize. Over 40 publications span corporate law journals, with notable works on Asian corporate governance uniqueness and ESG adaptation. He edits leading titles like Global Shareholder Stewardship (Cambridge University Press, 2022). Advisory roles include the Singapore Academy of Law, China International Business and Economic Law Centre, and Seoul National University Asia-Pacific Law Institute. Active in regulatory reforms,他曾参与新加坡法律职业法案的调查小组 (2012–present). Labs/Teams: Leads the Centre for Commercial Law in Asia, promoting research on cross-border business law challenges. Collaborates with global institutions on comparative corporate governance projects.

Carla HaynView profile

Professor

• Financial Accounting
• Financial Disclosures
• Mergers and Acquisitions
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Carla Hayn is a Professor of Accounting and the Ernst & Young Chair in Accounting at UCLA Anderson School of Management. She serves as the Accounting Area Chair and Director of International Initiatives at the Center for Global Management. Her research focuses on financial reporting, tax disclosures, mergers and acquisitions, and the economic consequences of accounting information. Ph.D., University of Michigan (1988) Hayn's research examines the impact of accounting numbers on stock prices, analysts' forecasts, and corporate valuation. She has pioneered hybrid educational models like FEMBA Flex and EMBA Monthly sections, blending intensive classroom learning with online modules. Her work also addresses corporate governance and international business strategies. Hayn's recent publications explore measurement conservatism, goodwill impairment indicators, and earnings forecast dynamics, reflecting her expertise in financial disclosures and market responses. Her work bridges academic rigor with practical applications in taxation, M&A, and regulatory compliance. Ernst & Young Chair in Accounting Coopers & Lybrand fellowship in mergers and acquisitions Hayn consults with corporate boards on financial strategy and serves as an expert witness in securities litigation, focusing on financial reporting, valuation fraud, and damage assessment. She co-directs UCLA Anderson Executive Education’s corporate governance program.

• International Human Rights Law
• European Human Rights Law
• Administration of International Justice
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Professor Kanstantsin Dzehtsiarou holds a dual role as Professor in Human Rights Law and Associate Dean for Internationalisation at the University of Liverpool's School of Law and Social Justice, part of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. He joined the university in 2015, following academic appointments at the University of Surrey, University College Dublin, and Gomel State University. His expertise spans European human rights law, comparative law, and the administration of international justice. Prof Dzehtsiarou has authored three books and over 100 academic works, including contributions to Legal Studies , Human Rights Law Review , and International and Comparative Law Review . He advises international organizations and co-leads the European Convention on Human Rights Law Review. His research examines ECHR interpretation, ECtHR reform, and the effectiveness of human rights protection mechanisms. Research Grants: "Challenges to Implementing ECtHR Judgments: Dialogues on Prisoner Voting Rights" (Council of Europe, 2016) "Challenges of Implementation of ECtHR Judgments: Dialogues about Prisoners’ Voting" (Council of Europe, 2015–2016) Professional Roles: Director of the International Law and Human Rights Unit, Chair of the Board of Examiners. He supervises PhD students focusing on ECHR law, comparative human rights, and international justice administration. Teaching includes coordinating modules on European Convention on Human Rights. Labs/Teams: Leads the International Law and Human Rights Unit, fostering interdisciplinary research on global human rights frameworks and judicial accountability mechanisms.

Douglas GuilfoyleView profile

Professor

• Maritime Security
• International Law of the Sea
• International Criminal Law
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Professor Douglas Guilfoyle is a Professor at UNSW Canberra within the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, where he joined in 2018. He is a 2022-2025 Australian Research Council Future Fellow working on "Small States' use of law of the sea litigation against greater powers" (FT210100186). He is also a non-resident fellow at the Sea Power Centre - Australia and was a Visiting Legal Fellow at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (2018-2019). Professor Guilfoyle's educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy (International Law), University of Cambridge, 2007 Master of Laws (International Law), University of Cambridge, 2004 Bachelor of Arts (Hons I) and Bachelor of Laws (Hons I) Australian National University, 2000 Professor Guilfoyle's research focuses on maritime security, the international law of the sea, and international and transnational criminal law. His particular areas of specialism include maritime law-enforcement, the law of naval warfare, international courts and tribunals, and the history of international law. His work examines how small States use UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) dispute settlement mechanisms to gain political advantages in conflicts with greater powers. His research crosses over from the maritime domain to international criminal law generally, including questions of the effectiveness of international criminal tribunals and the law of superior responsibility. He has made significant contributions to understanding counter-piracy efforts, maritime interdiction operations, and the protection of submarine cables in the context of modern security challenges. Professor Guilfoyle's recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward examining the intersection of emerging technologies and maritime law, particularly regarding autonomous vessels. His work also shows a deep engagement with the strategic use of international law by small states, maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region, and the evolving role of international courts and tribunals in resolving complex maritime disputes. His scholarship consistently bridges theoretical legal frameworks with practical security concerns. Professor Guilfoyle has received several prestigious awards and fellowships: 2022-2025 Australian Research Council Future Fellow Gates Cambridge Scholar, 2004-2007 British Council Chevening Scholar, 2003-2004 British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship, 2012-2013 Professor Guilfoyle has secured significant research funding including an Australian Research Council Future Fellowship ($948,000, 2022-2025) for his project on "The use of strategic law of the sea litigation by small States against greater powers," and an Australian Research Council Discovery Project ($158,000, 2020-2023) on "Legal Regulation of Marine Autonomous Vehicles." His research is informed by extensive consultancy work with various government and international organizations. Prior to joining UNSW Canberra, he held academic positions at Monash University and University College London, and has practical legal experience as a judicial associate in the Australian Federal Court and as a commercial litigation solicitor in Sydney. Professor Guilfoyle is a frequent contributor to leading international law blogs such as EJIL:talk and Opinio Juris, demonstrating his active engagement with the international legal community and current developments in the field.

Ni PengView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Corporate Finance
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Innovation
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Dr. Ni Peng is a Senior Lecturer in Finance at Queen Mary University of London's School of Business and Management, affiliated with the Department of Accounting and Financial Management. She holds a PhD in Accounting and Finance and an MBA from the University of Manchester (Manchester Business School). Her research focuses on corporate finance, mergers & acquisitions, innovation, ESG, sustainable finance, and executive compensation. She teaches courses on financial markets and corporate finance at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her research outputs span top-tier journals such as Management Science and Journal of Corporate Finance , emphasizing themes like M&A dynamics, investor behavior, and ESG integration. She actively contributes to academic communities through her roles in the Finance Research Cluster, Behavioural Finance Working Group, and Centre for Globalisation Research. Education: PhD in Accounting & Finance (Manchester), MBA (Manchester) Professional Memberships: Financial Management Association, European Finance Association Industry Experience: 5+ years at a major Chinese financial conglomerate As a supervisor, she has guided doctoral students in topics ranging from green financing to pension strategies. Her work bridges theoretical research and practical finance challenges, particularly in globalized contexts.