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Dr. Nara Yoon is an Assistant Professor in the School of Strategic Leadership Studies at James Madison University’s College of Business and a visiting researcher at the Gradel Institute of Charity at the University of Oxford. Her research focuses on board governance, collaborative governance, and volunteer management across public, nonprofit, and for-profit sectors. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Administration from Syracuse University, an M.P.A. and B.A. in Public Administration from Yonsei University. Her work examines organizational behavior and interorganizational relationships, with particular emphasis on board interlocks, institutional theory, and quantitative analysis. Notable research areas include how nonprofits adopt governance policies, the impact of regulatory changes on healthcare organizations, and the role of social media in political elections. Dr. Yoon’s recent publications span leading journals such as Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory and Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly . Her awards include recognitions from the Academy of Management, ARNOVA, and ASPA. She collaborates with institutions like the Gradel Institute of Charity and engages in policy analysis related to collaborative governance systems and crisis management during the pandemic.

• Public and Nonprofit Management
• Organizational Theory and Behavior
• Quantitative Analysis
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Oliver Laasch is a Professor of Responsible Management at ESCP Business School in Berlin and holds an adjunct professorship in Social Entrepreneurship at the University of Manchester. He has held academic roles at institutions including the University of Nottingham Ningbo (China), Tecnológico de Monterrey (Mexico), and Seoul National University (South Korea), along with visiting positions at the University of Tübingen’s Global Ethic Institute and Copenhagen Business School. His research focuses on responsible management, alternative business models, disruptive activism, and qualitative methods. He has published in top-tier journals such as the Academy of Management Learning and Education , British Journal of Management , and Journal of Business Ethics . Laasch co-authored the Research Handbook of Responsible Management and Sage Handbook of Responsible Management Learning and Education , and has contributed to practitioner outlets like Harvard Business Review and Forbes . He designs and teaches courses at all academic levels, including the Coursera MOOC Managing Responsibly with 40,000+ enrollees. His work on the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) initiative has been pivotal. He has served as an editorial board member for journals like Academy of Management Learning and Education and Long Range Planning , editing over 40 special issues and books. Laasch advises companies and universities on staff development and has pioneered frameworks for integrating sustainability into business education. His research emphasizes systemic change, ethical leadership, and the intersection of activism with corporate responsibility.

• Responsible Management
• Alternative Business Models
• Disruptive Activism
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Dr Dimitra Georgiadou is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton's School of Electronics and Computer Science, leading the Flexible Nanoelectronics Lab. She is a UKRI Future Leaders Fellow and serves as Deputy Impact Champion in the UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training in Machine Intelligence for Nanoelectronic Devices and Systems (MINDS-CDT). Her research focuses on green manufacturing of flexible nanoelectronics, photonic synapses for neuromorphic computing, and solution-processed non-toxic materials. Key projects include developing Pb-free perovskite photoelectric memristors and radiofrequency Schottky diodes for IoT applications. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering/Organic Electronics from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). Prior roles include Industrial Fellow at Imperial College London and Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow. Research spans nanoscale optoelectronic devices, energy harvesting, and flexible substrates. Publications highlight advancements in photodetectors, memristors, and neuromorphic systems, with recent work on self-powered organic photodetectors and γ-ray-induced memristor effects. She has over 40 peer-reviewed articles, including in Laser & Photonics Reviews , Optica , and Advanced Electronic Materials . External roles include editorial positions at Frontiers in Nanotechnology and IEEE Sensors Letters , and membership in the EPSRC Peer Review College. She actively participates in conferences, delivering invited talks on nanosciences, flexible electronics, and neuromorphic devices.

• Flexible Nanoelectronics
• Green Manufacturing
• Neuromorphic Computing
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Soufiene Djahel is a Professor at the Centre for Future Transport and Cities (CFTC) at Coventry University, UK. His research focuses on connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), cyber security, and smart cities. He holds a PhD in Secure Routing and Medium Access Protocols from Université des Sciences et Technologies de Lille (2010), and has held academic positions including Senior Lecturer at the University of Huddersfield and Manchester Metropolitan University. His research interests include CAV coordination protocols, cyber-physical security solutions, and intelligent transportation systems. Djahel leads projects such as the £1.2M AeroPharma Logistics initiative and has secured funding from the Newton Fund and JSPS. He is a recipient of the 2021 JSPS Invitational Fellowship and has published extensively in IEEE journals and conferences. Current projects explore UAVs-as-a-service, digital twins for CAVs, and B5G/6G for smart infrastructure. He advises PhD students on topics like AI-based threat mitigation and transport electrification. Djahel also serves as an external examiner and editorial board member for journals like IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems.

• Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs)
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
• Cyber Security
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Ori Lahav is a faculty member in the School of Computer Science at Tel Aviv University. His research is generously supported by an ERC Starting Grant and an ISF Grant. He actively supervises PhD and MSc students, and seeks highly motivated candidates for postdoc, PhD, and MSc positions in programming language theory, concurrency, and formal methods. Dr. Lahav completed his PhD at Tel Aviv University under the supervision of Arnon Avron. In 2014, he was a postdoctoral researcher at Tel Aviv University hosted by Mooly Sagiv. From 2014 to September 2017, he was a postdoctoral researcher at MPI-SWS in Germany hosted by Viktor Vafeiadis and Derek Dreyer. His primary research areas focus on programming languages and verification, with specialization in concurrency and relaxed memory models. He also has significant interests in proof-theory, semantics of non-classical logics, and automated reasoning. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in programming language design and implementation. Dr. Lahav's publication record shows a consistent trajectory of high-impact research in top-tier conferences including PLDI, POPL, OOPSLA, and ESOP. His recent work (2023-2025) demonstrates continued leadership in memory models, concurrency semantics, and verification techniques. His research spans both theoretical contributions in denotational semantics and practical tools for verification. Best Paper Award DISC 2024 Best Student Paper Award DISC 2024 Distinguished Artifact Award ESOP 2022 Distinguished Paper Award OOPSLA 2021 Kleene Award for Best Student Paper LICS 2013 Dr. Lahav actively advises students including Yoav Ben Shimon, Yotam Dvir, Amir Karniel, and Roy Margalit (PhD students), Yuval Katsman Ezra (MSc student), and has alumni including Ori Saporta (MSc) and Abhishek Kr Singh (postdoc, now Assistant Professor at IIIT Hyderabad). He has organized significant events including VMCAI 2024 and Dagstuhl Seminars on persistent programming. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Shared Memory Concurrency Semantics, Programming Language Foundations, and Software Foundations in Coq.

• Programming Languages
• Verification
• Concurrency
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Ramana Vinjamuri is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). He holds a secondary appointment as Visiting Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, India. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh (2008), M.S. in Bioinstrumentation from Villanova University (2004), and B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Kakatiya University (2002). Dr. Vinjamuri's research focuses on Brain-Machine Interfaces (BMIs) for upper-limb prostheses control , neuroprosthetics and exoskeletons , machine learning in motor control , and neurophysiological signal processing . His work extends synergy-based models to control 37-dimensional hand movements, addresses human-robot interaction through emotionally intelligent systems, and develops neurotechnologies for substance use disorder using wearable sensors and AI. NSF CAREER Award (2019) NSF IUCRC BRAIN Center Planning Grant (2020) Harvey N Davis Distinguished Teaching Assistant Professor Award (2018) His publications demonstrate expertise in EEG and EMG signal analysis , deep learning for motor decoding , synergy modeling , and humanoid robot control . The Vinjamuri Lab at UMBC involves graduate, undergraduate, and high school researchers, with international collaborations in India and the US.

• Brain-Machine Interfaces
• Neuroprosthetics and Exoskeletons
• Machine Learning
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Dragan S. Antic is a Professor at the Department of Automation, Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš. He earned his PhD in Automation from the same institution in 1994, following a Master's (1991) and Bachelor's (1987) degree in the same field. His research focuses on control systems, signal processing, and neuro-fuzzy systems, with a strong emphasis on sliding mode control, orthogonal function-based modeling, and adaptive neural networks. He has published 51 papers in journals with impact factors and currently participates in 2 national and 8 international research projects. Key research areas include dynamic system modeling, quasi-orthogonal filters, and finite-time stability analysis of time-delay systems. His work often integrates mathematical techniques with engineering applications, such as anti-lock braking systems and PID control optimization. Contact details include his office at Aleksandra Medvedeva 4, Niš, and the email dragan.antic@elfak.ni.ac.rs. Professional contributions include foundational research in endocrine neural networks and low-pass filter design, with notable publications in journals like Electronics Letters and Journal of the Franklin Institute . His efforts bridge theoretical advancements with practical engineering solutions in automation and control.

• Control Systems
• Signal Processing
• Neuro-Fuzzy Systems
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Mala Htun is a Professor of Political Science at the University of New Mexico, specializing in comparative politics, women’s rights, and social inequalities. She holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University and an A.B. from Stanford University. Her research focuses on gender justice, policy analysis, and strategies to promote inclusive environments in STEM. Education: PhD in Political Science (Harvard University, 2000), A.B. in International Relations (Stanford University, 1994). Research Interests: Gender equality policies and their implementation Comparative analysis of women’s rights legislation Impact of feminist activism on policy change STEM inclusion and institutional accountability Awards and Recognition: Best Book Award (Human Rights Section, ISA, 2019) Andrew Carnegie Fellow (2015) Recognized by New Mexico legislature for scholarly contributions (2016) Leadership Roles: Vice President of the American Political Science Association (APSA) Chair of APSA’s Committee on the Status of Women in the Profession Co-chair of APSA’s Presidential Task Force on Women’s Advancement Key Contributions: Authored three influential books, including The Logics of Gender Justice (2018) and Inclusion Without Representation in Latin America (2016). Her work bridges theory and practice, analyzing how states respond to gender justice demands globally.

• Comparative Politics
• Women's Rights
• Social Inequalities
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Jiafeng (Harvest) Xie is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Villanova University, where he directs the Security and Cryptography (SAC) Lab. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and has prior faculty experience at Wright State University. His research focuses on cryptographic engineering, post-quantum cryptography, hardware security, and digital design for telemetry systems. Education includes a Ph.D. from University of Pittsburgh (2013-2014), M.E. from Central South University (2007-2010), and B.E. from Yanshan University (2002-2006). He has received prestigious awards like the 2024 IEEE Philadelphia Engineer of the Year Award and the 2023 Art Ryan Award. His work spans over 66 peer-reviewed publications, with a focus on hardware acceleration for post-quantum cryptographic systems. Research interests include post-quantum cryptographic engineering, fully homomorphic encryption, fault detection methodologies, and digitalization of aeronautical telemetry systems. His grants include NSF SaTC and NIST-funded projects. Teaching includes courses like Embedded Systems and Post-Quantum Computing . Current advisees include Ph.D. students Pengzhou He, Tianyou Bao, and Yazheng Tu, along with several M.S. and undergraduate researchers. The SAC Lab collaborates with AFRL and explores novel cryptographic hardware designs, with recent breakthroughs in compact accelerators for lattice-based cryptography and approximate homomorphic encryption. His work emphasizes algorithm-architecture co-design for security and efficiency in emerging computing systems.

• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• Cryptographic Engineering
• Hardware Security
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John Jones is an Associate Professor at The Ohio State University specializing in Digital Media Studies, with a focus on rhetoric, professional/technical communication, and digital literacies. His academic journey includes a PhD in English from the University of Texas – Austin and an MA from the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga. Previously, he served as an associate professor at West Virginia University and a visiting assistant professor at the University of Texas at Dallas. Research explores intersections of writing, computational processes, and digital culture Expertise spans digital media studies, visual rhetoric, and networked communication His work investigates the impact of wearable technologies, algorithmic systems, and network structures on knowledge creation and communication practices. Current projects examine computational ethics in digital writing and the role of digital networks in shaping rhetorical strategies. Analysis of John Jones’s publications reveals consistent engagement with: Digital media and computational rhetoric Networked communication frameworks Wearable technology implications Medical usability challenges Visual data representation Collective intelligence dynamics

• Digital Media Studies
• Rhetoric
• Professional and Technical Communication
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Margherita Pagani is a Full Professor and Director of the SKEMA Centre for Artificial Intelligence at SKEMA Business School in Paris. She holds a Ph.D. in Management and an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches). Her roles include Research Affiliate at UC Berkeley’s APEC Study Center and Advisor to the European Economic Social Committee (EESC) on virtual worlds and the Metaverse. Previously, she founded and led the MSc in Digital Marketing & Data Science and the AIM Research Center at emlyon business school. She has held visiting roles at MIT, UCLA, Georgetown, NUS, and Redlands University. Education: Ph.D. (2015, Lyon), HDR (2016, Évry), MSc (1995, Bocconi), MIT Certifications (2005-2006). Research: Focuses on AI in consumer engagement, digital ecosystems, robotics in services, and metaverse applications. Over 130 publications in journals like MIS Quarterly, MIT Sloan Management Review, and Harvard Business Review. Awards: 2023 International Marketing Trends Award, 2022/2023 Top 2% Cited Scientist (Elsevier), 2009 Mobile Marketing Academic of the Year. Her work bridges AI and marketing creativity, emphasizing human-centric systems. She leads initiatives like the SKEMA AI School and organizes conferences on ethics, AI in education, and service recovery. Active in editorial roles for journals like Micro & Macro Marketing and Industrial Marketing Management . Key affiliations include the Association Française de Marketing and involvement in policy initiatives. Supervised over a dozen PhD students, focusing on AI applications in marketing and entrepreneurship.

• Artificial Intelligence for Business
• Consumer Behavior and Digital Technologies
• Digital Platforms
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Kristina Heinonen is a Professor of Service and Relationship Marketing at the Department of Marketing, Hanken School of Economics, and holds a Professor II appointment at the Norwegian School of Economics. She has led key roles such as Head of Subject (Marketing) and Director of the Centre for Relationship Marketing and Service Management (CERS) at Hanken (2010–2023). Her research focuses on service innovation, customer experience, and value creation, leveraging technologies to drive strategic service initiatives. She is a Fulbright Scholar from the University of Massachusetts, Boston, and has held visiting roles at institutions across Europe. Her academic leadership extends to co-chairing the American Marketing Association’s Service Special Interest Group (AMA SERVSIG) and serving on the board of Karlstad University’s CTF Center for Service Research. She also contributes to global initiatives like ServCollab, a nonprofit fostering human-centered service collaboration. Her pedagogical expertise spans undergraduate, graduate, and MBA programs, alongside mentoring doctoral researchers. Kristina’s awards include the Evert Gummesson Outstanding Research Award and multiple Emerald Literati Awards. She actively advises companies in service, food, retail, and financial sectors, and leads the Finnish Innovation Index, an annual assessment of corporate innovation capabilities. Her interdisciplinary research bridges academic rigor with practical applications, emphasizing customer-centric frameworks and sustainability in service systems.

• Service Marketing
• Customer Experience
• Service Innovation
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Sakari Lahti is a Lecturer in the Department of Computing Sciences at Tampere University, within the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences. His primary responsibilities include teaching digital logic and hardware design. He holds an ORCID identifier: 0000-0002-9915-4784 . Lahti's research focuses on High-Level Synthesis (HLS) for FPGAs, with emphasis on optimizing embedded systems, real-time applications, and digital signal processing. His work spans FPGA implementation techniques, compiler optimizations for HLS tools, and practical applications in media processing and wireless communications. Notable projects include real-time HEVC video encoding and nonlinear self-interference cancellation systems. His publications reflect a sustained contribution to FPGA-based hardware design, with a decade of work from embedded systems (2002) to modern C++ integration in HLS (2023). Collaborations include colleagues like Teemu Hämäläinen and Jari Vanne, focusing on bridging software and hardware design methodologies. His research also extends to educational aspects, such as real-world product development in system design courses. Lahti’s work is peer-reviewed and published in prestigious venues like IEEE Transactions and conferences like DDECS and ISCAS. His research unit is the Unit of Computing Sciences at Tampere University.

• High-Level Synthesis
• FPGA Design
• Hardware Engineering
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Prof. Bart Streumer is a Professor of Ethics at the University of Groningen, Netherlands. Previously, he held positions at the University of Reading and Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge. His research focuses on metaethics, particularly the error theory regarding normative judgments, arguing that such judgments cannot be believed yet are likely true. He serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Moral Philosophy and is a Board member of Stichting Jazz in Groningen. Streumer has authored influential works like Unbelievable Errors , exploring skepticism about moral and normative truths. His teaching includes courses on metaethics, free will, and property metaphysics. Education: Research Fellow at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge; Lecturer/Reader at University of Reading. Research Interests: Metaethics, error theory, normative judgments, moral skepticism. Key Publications: Unbelievable Errors (2017), articles in Noûs , Philosophy and Phenomenological Research , and Analysis . Teaching (2024-25): Courses on Free Will and Responsibility, Metaethics, Advanced Metaethics, and the Metaphysics of Properties. Ancillary activities include editorial work and jazz-related community involvement.

• Metaethics
• Ethics
• Normative Judgments
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Dr. Xu Fang is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in the School of Electronics and Computer Science at the University of Southampton. His research focuses on metasurfaces and nanophotonics, with applications in automotive sensing and healthcare. He earned a bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Tsinghua University (2004) and a Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (2009). Before joining Southampton in 2012, he held a RIKEN research fellowship in Japan, where he also gained fluency in Japanese. Dr. Fang's work includes groundbreaking contributions to metasurface technologies, such as metamaterial thin-film logic gates and excitation-selective spectroscopy. He has received five grants from the Royal Society, EPSRC, and Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation as Principal Investigator. His group collaborates with institutions like MIT and the Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, hosting visiting scholars and supervising numerous PhD students. Notable achievements include the 2019 Academic Award from the University of Southampton Student Union for teaching excellence. His research group actively explores topics such as tunable metalenses, surface wave generation for THz sensing, and quantum behavior mimicking with classical optics.

• Metasurfaces
• Nanophotonics
• Optical Sensing
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