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Diana Mangalagiu is an Associate Professor at NEOMA Business School , with expertise in Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Low Carbon Transition, Modeling, and Social Experimentation . Her research bridges natural and social sciences, focusing on systemic risks, foresight, and equitable climate policy. Education : PhD in Artificial Intelligence (École Polytechnique), MSc in Physics, MSc in Sociology, MSc in Management Leadership Roles : Co-founder of the Initiative for Science, Society and Policy Dialogue; scientific board member of the Global Climate Forum, Integrated Risk Governance Project, and Global System Dynamics and Policy; Co-Chair of UNEP’s Global Environmental Outlook. Research Interests : Dr. Mangalagiu’s work explores the intersection of environmental and economic policies through modeling , social experimentation , and foresight . Recent studies focus on coal and carbon-intensive regions, stakeholder engagement, and systemic tipping points in sustainability transitions. Recent Publications : Her 15 most recent articles (2025–2020) span journals like Global Environmental Change and Climatic Change , addressing topics such as social-ecological tipping scales , socio-technical transitions , and green gentrification . These works emphasize equity , cross-regional comparisons , and policy innovation . Projects and Collaborations : She has led or participated in advisory and research projects with the World Bank , OECD , UNEP , and UNDP , focusing on climate policy, energy efficiency, and sustainable urban development. Fluent in seven languages, her international perspective enriches her work in global contexts.

• Sustainability
• Environmental Policy
• Corporate Social Responsibility
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Philippe Moireau is a Full Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics at École Polytechnique, where he is also affiliated with the Center for Applied Mathematics (CMAP). He serves as the head of the Inria Project-Team MΞDISIM (Mathematical and Mechanical Modeling with Data Interaction for Simulation in Medicine) and holds the distinguished position of Ingénieur Général of The Corps des Mines. His primary research focuses on inverse problems and data assimilation for partial differential equation models, with particular emphasis on: Observer-based methods from optimal control perspectives Stabilization approaches for evolution equations Numerical analysis of time-dependent control problems Digital twin applications in cardiovascular medicine Professor Moireau's publication portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on mathematical methods for physical systems, with recurring themes in: Data assimilation techniques for PDE-based models Numerical stabilization and discretization methods Cardiovascular biomechanics and hemodynamics Stochastic modeling of biological systems Epidemiological forecasting and control He leads the ANANKΞ project-team at Inria focused on Analysis And Numerics of physical-Knowledge-based Estimation. His educational contributions include lectures on data assimilation theory at CEMRACS and courses on mathematical modeling in cardiac biomechanics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris.

• Inverse Problems
• Data Assimilation
• Partial Differential Equations
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Taein Kwon is a postdoctoral research fellow at the Visual Geometry Group (VGG) within the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford, working under Prof. Andrew Zisserman. Previously, he completed his PhD at ETH Zurich under Prof. Marc Pollefeys and earned master's and bachelor's degrees from UCLA and Yonsei University, respectively. His educational background includes: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea Master's degree from UCLA PhD from ETH Zurich (defended July 2024) His research spans Egocentric Vision, Action Recognition, Hand-object Interaction, Video Understanding, AR/VR, and Multi-modal Learning, with emphasis on first-person perspective analysis for AI assistants and human-computer interaction. His work integrates 3D reconstruction, pose estimation, and multimodal signals to model complex human activities and physical interactions. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals a consistent focus on egocentric vision datasets (H2O, HoloAssist, EgoPressure) and novel frameworks for hand-object interaction, action recognition, and gesture understanding. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between computer vision, robotics, and human-centered AI, with increasing emphasis on pressure sensing, co-speech gestures, and cross-modal alignment. His scientific recognition includes: CVPR Egovis 2022/2023 Distinguished Paper Award for HoloAssist (July 2024) SNSF Postdoc.Mobility fellowship (May 2024) He actively mentors students on egocentric vision projects, supervising master's theses, semester projects, and collaboration initiatives leading to publications at top conferences. His research is supported by the SNSF fellowship and industry collaborations with Meta Reality Labs and Microsoft Research. As part of Oxford's Visual Geometry Group, he contributes to cutting-edge computer vision research while maintaining strong ties with ETH Zurich's computer vision community through ongoing collaborations and dataset development efforts.

• Egocentric Vision
• Action Recognition
• Contextual AI
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Guillaume DELATOUR is an Associate Professor in Risk and Crisis Management at Université de Technologie de Troyes (UTT), specializing in organizational resilience and security dynamics. He leads UTT's InSyTE laboratory's crisis/resilience/security research axis and coordinates the PRESAGES crisis simulation platform. His academic roles include directing the IMSGA Master's program in Global Security Engineering and co-developing executive certificates like DSRT (Ministry of Interior collaboration) and AMCSS (ENSP partnership). Research focuses on crisis cell coordination, community resilience post-disasters (e.g., Storm Alex studies), and temporal dynamics in crisis management. He has coordinated major projects including ANR-funded INPLIC (2018-2021) and regional initiatives on rural crisis preparedness. His educational contributions span crisis simulation pedagogy and integrating citizen participation in disaster response strategies. Published extensively in crisis management, his 2023 work on Storm Alex solidarity mechanisms and 2024 papers on crisis cell coordination exemplify his focus on real-world operational challenges. Advises PhD students Gaëtan Chevalier and Aymée Nakasato, exploring crisis simulation frameworks and collective risk behaviors. Education: PhD (2011-2015) on decision-making in high-risk environments, Research Engineer at UTT (2015-2017), UN research stint (2010). Grants: ANR, IHEMI/FIESP, regional funding for RPM project (2015-2016). Labs/Teams: InSyTE Lab, Chaire Gestion des Crises, Chaire Sécurité Globale.

• Crisis Management
• Resilience
• Security Studies
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Benjamin Dubrion is an HDR lecturer in economics at Sciences Po Lyon, affiliated with the Triangle laboratory (UMR 5206). His primary research focuses on employment relationships, industrial relations, organizational theory, and corporate social responsibility. He holds a doctoral degree in economics from Sciences Po Lyon. His research integrates institutionalist economic theory with critical perspectives on labor economics, emphasizing the centrality of work in human life and historical figures like John R. Commons. Recent work explores digital labor platforms, cooperative governance models, and the intersection of political influences with economic analysis of employment. Key contributions include analyses of labor evaluation systems, multi-stakeholder cooperatives, and the ethical dimensions of corporate social responsibility. He has published extensively in journals like the Cambridge Journal of Economics and Journal of Economic Issues , and contributed to projects on digital labor forms and cooperative enterprises. His work critiques traditional contractualist approaches to labor and advocates for institutionalist frameworks to understand modern employment dynamics. Collaborations include projects on healthcare networks and governance structures in public institutions.

• Employment Relationship
• Industrial Relations
• Organizational Theory
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Professor François MAON is a Full Professor at the IÉSEG School of Management, specializing in Strategy and Sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Sciences from the Louvain School of Management (Belgium) and has held academic roles including Visiting Researcher at Copenhagen Business School and UC Berkeley. His research focuses on corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainability management, organizational change, and stakeholder engagement. Notable contributions include frameworks for CSR implementation, stakeholder reaction analysis, and peace-oriented business strategies. He has been recognized with awards such as the 2019 CSRCOM Best Paper Award and an Honorary Fellowship from the Belgian American Education Foundation. His teaching spans undergraduate and executive programs, covering corporate social responsibility, business ethics, and strategic management. Key publications explore CSR tensions, hybrid organization dynamics, and governance challenges in social enterprises. He has authored/co-authored books on sustainable entrepreneurship and stakeholder engagement, reflecting his commitment to bridging theory and practice in responsible business. Research highlights include analyzing CSR's 'dark side' effects, strategic uses of humor in corporate communications, and cross-sector partnerships for disaster relief. His work frequently integrates organizational learning theories and micro-level dynamics to address CSR challenges. Current research trends emphasize conflict resolution in business operations and sustainable innovation through coopetition.

• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Sustainability Management
• Organizational Change
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Mamadou Kaba Traore is a Professor at the University of Bordeaux , affiliated with the Production Engineering research group and the MEI team at the Integration, Material to System (IMS) Laboratory. His work focuses on Modeling and Simulation (M&S), Digital Twins , and Multi-Perspective Modeling . Research Interests: Traore's research spans Discrete Event System Specification (DEVS) , HiLLS (High-Level Language for System Specification), Process Mining , and System Inference . He develops frameworks like DMFDT (Data Management Framework for Digital Twin) and contributes to Model-Driven Systems Engineering and Verification & Validation methodologies. Recent Publications: Traore co-authored works on Digital Twin verification, DEVS standardization, and applications of simulation to healthcare and urban systems. His 2023 chapter in the Body of Knowledge for Modeling and Simulation outlines core areas of M&S theory. Earlier studies explore Fuzzy Clustering and Parallel Simulation techniques.

• Modeling and Simulation
• Digital Twins
• Multi-Perspective Modeling
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Anna Geppert is Professor of Urban and Regional Planning at Sorbonne University, specializing in spatial development and planning systems. She served as President of the Association of European Schools of Planning (AESOP) from 2016 to 2018 and maintains active roles in international planning discourse through scientific advisory boards of journals including European Spatial Research and Policy and Raumforschnung und Raumordnung . Her academic credentials include a doctorate (1996) and Habilitation à diriger les recherches (2008), both in urban planning and spatial development. These qualifications underpin her expertise in French and European planning frameworks. Geppert's research centers on the evolution of French strategic planning, European spatial policy implementation, and cohesion policy dynamics. She investigates territorial governance rescaling, pandemic impacts on urban spaces, and the pedagogical dimensions of planning education. Her comparative studies across Austria, France, Poland, and other European contexts reveal critical insights into policy translation and spatial justice. Recent publications demonstrate her engagement with EU territorial agendas, metropolitan governance challenges, and reflections on academic practice. Her work spans empirical analyses of Integrated Territorial Investments in Paris to theoretical contributions on the New Leipzig Charter, while pandemic-related research examines spatial behavior under lockdown conditions across three European nations. Geppert actively participates in international research collaborations and serves on editorial boards for leading planning journals. Her multilingual scholarship (published in French, English, Polish, Slovak, and Korean) bridges theoretical and practical dimensions of spatial planning across diverse institutional contexts.

• Urban Planning
• Regional Planning
• Strategic Planning
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François Chaumette is a Senior Research Scientist (Directeur de recherche) at Inria, affiliated with IRISA and the Centre Inria de l'Université de Rennes. He has been a key researcher in robotics and computer vision since 1990 and led the Lagadic research team from 2004 to 2017. His research interests are centered on robot vision, particularly visual servoing and active perception . He has made foundational contributions to image-based and position-based visual servoing, and his work integrates control theory, computer vision, and robotics. His research spans applications in mobile robotics, aerial systems, medical robotics, space robotics, and soft object manipulation. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on visual servoing under complex constraints—such as motion blur, occlusions, and deformations—applied to drones, cable-driven robots, and space systems. There is a strong emphasis on robustness , stability analysis , and hybrid sensing (e.g., vision + proximity, vision + force). His work with the RemoveDebris mission demonstrates real-world impact in space robotics. AFCET/CNRS Prize for best Ph.D. in Automatic Control Best paper awards at RFIA 1996 & 2004 Best paper in IEEE T-RA (2002) Best paper in IEEE RA-L (2019) Best paper in IEEE RAM (2020) IEEE Fellow (2013) He has advised over 30 Ph.D. students, many of whom have become active researchers in robotics. He has served in editorial roles for top journals including IEEE Transactions on Robotics , IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters , and the International Journal of Robotics Research . He was elected to the IEEE RAS Administrative Committee (2016–2018) and served on ERC grant panels for robotics. Chaumette is the main developer of ViSP (Visual Servoing Platform), a widely used C++ library for visual tracking and servoing. His leadership in both theoretical advances and software tools has significantly shaped the visual servoing community.

• Robotics
• Computer Vision
• Visual Servoing
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Vincent BARRA is a full professor in Computer Science at the LIMOS lab of Clermont-Auvergne University and CNRS. He serves as Vice dean of Clermont-Auvergne-INP (education and training), Assistant director of LIMOS, and Artificial Intelligence Special Advisor for Clermont-Auvergne University. He is also a member of the scientific board and Executive committee of MIAI Cluster. His academic work is primarily conducted through ISIMA, the engineering school in computer science of Clermont-Auvergne INP. Professor BARRA's research focuses on data analysis from both methodological and applicative perspectives. His work spans image and video processing, mesh processing, computational geometry, and machine/deep learning techniques. His interdisciplinary research connects computer science with applications in medical imaging, geothermal systems, polymer dynamics, mental health diagnostics, semiconductor manufacturing, and environmental monitoring. His publications demonstrate consistent innovation in developing algorithms for segmentation, feature extraction, and pattern recognition across diverse domains. The analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends toward deep learning applications in specialized domains. His work shows increasing focus on medical applications (depression diagnosis, preterm birth prediction), geoscience (geothermal systems analysis), and industrial applications (semiconductor metrology, structural health monitoring). A consistent theme across his research is the development of robust, domain-specific deep learning architectures that address unique challenges in data analysis across different scientific fields. Professor BARRA maintains active collaborations across multiple institutions and disciplines, as evidenced by his extensive co-authorship network. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in diverse fields, demonstrating a commitment to solving real-world problems through innovative computational approaches. He leads research within the LIMOS laboratory, which focuses on computer science, modeling, and systems optimization.

• Data Analysis
• Image Processing
• Video Processing
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Laurence Calandri is a Senior Lecturer in Public Law at Toulouse Capitole University , where she serves as Vice-President of the Board of Directors and leads the university's transformation toward Grand Établissement status. Her work focuses on media and digital law, with a particular emphasis on audiovisual regulation, compliance, and public economic law. Senior Lecturer, Public Law, Toulouse Capitole University Vice-President, Board of Directors (2020–present), driving institutional transformation Director, Master's in Digital Law and Media/Communication Law Affiliated, Institute of Space, Territorial, Cultural, and Communication Law (IDETCOM-EA785) Research Interests: Laurence Calandri specializes in the evolving dynamics of regulatory and compliance frameworks across media, digital platforms, and gaming sectors. Her work bridges theoretical analysis with practical implementation through partnerships with key stakeholders in the audiovisual and digital industries. She explores intersections of soft law, self-regulation, and cross-sectoral governance. Scientific Contributions: Her recent publications examine AI in advertising, media pluralism, and digital pollution. Articles span topics like regulatory justiciability, influencer marketing ethics, and energy governance. She contributes to annual legal chronicles in La Semaine Juridique and Jurisclasseur Communication .

• Media Law
• Digital Law
• Audiovisual Regulation
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Sébastien Damart is a Professor at Paris-Dauphine University, affiliated with Dauphine Management Research (UMR CNRS) and leading the M-Lab research team. His work bridges integrative management, multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA), and the application of science fiction to organizational theory. He has co-designed the Managerial Innovation Observatory at Paris-Dauphine and contributed to public decision-making frameworks through projects like PREDIT and ANR. His research emphasizes synthesizing diverse stakeholder perspectives in healthcare, public policy, and innovation management. Key research areas include integrative management (influenced by Mary Parker Follett), the role of science fiction in decoding organizational paradoxes, and methodologies for participatory decision-making. He has published extensively on healthcare organization dynamics, cognitive mapping for problem structuring, and the philosophical underpinn'tions of managerial concepts. Collaborations with scholars like Adam-Ledunois and Roy highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Notable initiatives include the creation of the Management Museum and the Red Team Défense program, which use narrative tools to explore organizational futures. His work with the Innovation Circle and presentations at EGOS, EURAM, and ISIRC conferences underscores his engagement with global management discourse.

• Integrative Management
• Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA)
• Public Decision-Making
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Fabien Martinez is an Associate Professor of Sustainable Development at EM Normandie, where he has been since 2017. He holds a PhD in Management Studies from Cardiff Business School (2013), focusing on integrating sustainable development into corporate strategies using syncretism theory. His research emphasizes organizational change in response to environmental complexity, stakeholder engagement, and the role of faith in sustainability management. Education: PhD in Management Studies, Cardiff Business School (2013) Thesis: "Integrating Green into Business Operations and Strategies: Compatibility Analysis and Syncretic Perspective" Research Interests: Organizational change dynamics in complex environments Business-NGO partnerships and syncretism theory Environmental governance and corporate social responsibility Role of faith development in ethical business decisions Sustainability transitions in emerging markets Key Themes in Publications: Syncretism as a framework for reconciling conflicting business paradigms Corporate responses to environmental crises (e.g., pandemic management) Strategic models balancing economic, social, and environmental goals Case studies in Africa, Asia, and Europe on sustainable practices Grants and Recognition: Awarded grants for interdisciplinary sustainability research Presented over 20 conference papers globally (e.g., AOM, EURAM, GRONEN) Contributed to Springer, Edward Elgar, and other academic publishers

• Sustainable Development
• Organizational Change
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
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Debbie Harrison holds the position of Professor in the Department of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at BI Norwegian Business School. She has been affiliated with BI since 2001, starting as a postdoctoral researcher, becoming Associate Professor in 2004, and assuming her current role in 2017. Her academic journey includes a PhD from Lancaster University (1998) and a Bachelor's degree from Liverpool John Moores University (1994). Her research focuses on inter-organisational relationships, network dynamics, and strategic initiatives in complex business networks. Key themes include resource interaction, contractual governance, network governance mechanisms, and sustainability challenges. She has pioneered studies on how organizations adapt to environmental regulations and manage resource deficiencies during disruptions. Harrison teaches courses such as 'Industrial Networks' and 'Strategic Leadership,' emphasizing practical application of network theory. Her recent work explores distributed control mechanisms in circular economies and blockchain-enabled networks. Over 27 publications reflect her contributions to industrial marketing and strategic management, with collaborations across Europe and North America.

• Inter-organisational relationships
• Network dynamics
• Business relationship governance
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Nathalie Cartierre serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Burgundy, France. Her academic career focuses on adolescent development within multiple life contexts including family, school, and peer environments. She operates within the university's Pôle AAFE (likely an interdisciplinary research center) located at the Esplanade Erasme campus in Dijon. Cartierre's research primarily investigates contextual affiliation and disconnection processes among adolescents through the lens of the bioecological model of human development. Her work examines how disconnection from family and school contexts differentially affects boys' and girls' health outcomes, with particular attention to mental health indicators, depression, and internet usage patterns. She has developed and validated several assessment tools including the Contextual Affiliation Scale for Adolescents (EACA) and adapted versions of established psychological measures for adolescent populations. Her publication record shows consistent scholarly output since 2003, with a concentration of work between 2006-2011. Cartierre's research demonstrates strong methodological rigor through scale development, validation studies, and multi-contextual analysis of adolescent health determinants. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical assessment tools for understanding adolescent well-being. 1st prize at XVIIèmes journées de Psychologie Différentielle (2006) for research on gender effects and contextual disconnection Prize at the 20th EHPS Conference (2006) for work on adolescents' health contexts Cartierre has presented her research at numerous international conferences including the European Health Psychology Society meetings and International Congress of Psychology. Her collaborative work frequently involves researchers Coulon and Demerval, suggesting established research partnerships in adolescent health psychology. While no specific laboratory or research team is mentioned in the provided text, her extensive conference participation indicates active engagement in the international adolescent psychology research community.

• Adolescent Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Health Psychology
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