Konrad Adler is an Assistant Professor at the School of Finance, University of St. Gallen. He earned his PhD in 2019 from Toulouse School of Economics and held a PostDoc position at the University of Bonn (2020-2023) within the Finance Group. His research focuses on Corporate Finance, Banking, and Macroeconomics with Financial Frictions. His recent publications address passive investing, financial covenants, green finance, globalization, and overlapping ownership. These works span keywords like Finance, Economics, Sustainability, and International Business, with subfields including Loan Spreads, Risk Assessment, Environmental Economics, and Market Competition. Dr. Adler’s office is located at Büro 51-4007, Unterer Graben 21, 9000 St. Gallen. No scientific awards or student advising details are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.
Professor Heinrich Liechtenstein is a full professor in the Department of Financial Management at IESE Business School. He teaches in MBA and executive education programs, specializing in entrepreneurial venture financing, wealth management, and entrepreneurial family governance. His academic work bridges theoretical research with practical application in the finance industry. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Economics and Business Administration from the University of Vienna MBA from IESE Business School, University of Navarra B.Sc. in Economics and Business Administration from Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz European Financial Analyst (CEFA) certification Professor Liechtenstein's research focuses on private equity, venture capital, and family wealth management. His work examines operational value creation in private equity, investment impact, and governance structures for entrepreneurial families. He has developed country attractiveness indices for venture capital and private equity investments, providing valuable tools for institutional investors evaluating global opportunities. His publication record shows a consistent focus on practical finance applications, with particular emphasis on family offices, venture capital fund selection criteria, and country-level investment climates. His research often involves collaboration with practitioners and addresses real-world challenges faced by investors and family businesses. Professor Liechtenstein brings significant practical experience to his academic work, having served at Liechtenstein Global Trust working with high-net-worth individuals, advised families at Boston Consulting Group, and founded and sold two successful companies. He currently serves on the boards of several family foundations.
Olivia Gu is an Associate Professor of Finance at Sy Syms School of Business, Yeshiva University. She holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has previously taught investments and risk management at The University of Hong Kong (HKU). Her research spans asset pricing, corporate governance, ESG, and machine learning applications in finance. PhD in Finance, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Research interests include: Asset Pricing Return Predictability Innovation Finance ESG Investing Corporate Governance Machine Learning Applications Gender Discrimination Analysis Recent publications analyze venture capital human capital impacts, price rigidities, market competition effects, and corporate diversification strategies. She received multiple prestigious awards including the Trefftzs Award and SAC Capital PhD Candidate Award. Trefftzs Award SAC Capital PhD Candidate Award for Outstanding Research HKU Research Output Prize Professor Gu serves on the editorial board of Review of Financial Economics and participates in finance conference committees.
Geoffrey Wodtke is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Chicago, where he also serves as Associate Director of the Stone Center for Research on Wealth Inequality and Mobility. He holds multiple committee appointments including the Committee on Quantitative Methods in the Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences, the Committee on Environment, Geography, and Urbanization, and the Committee on Education. Additionally, he is a Research Associate at the Population Research Center and a Faculty Affiliate with the Program in Computational Social Science. Wodtke earned his Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Michigan in 2014, where he also completed an M.A. in Statistics in 2011. His undergraduate education began at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee before transferring to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he received his B.A. in Sociology with a concentration in analysis and research. His research program spans four interconnected areas: neighborhood effects and urban poverty, group conflict and racial attitudes, class structure and income inequality, and methods of causal inference in observational research. Wodtke's work on neighborhood effects has particularly focused on the temporal and developmental dimensions of how neighborhood poverty impacts child development, with findings suggesting more severe effects than previously documented, especially during adolescence for children from poor families. His recent publications reveal a clear trajectory from substantive neighborhood effects research toward increasingly sophisticated causal methodology development. This evolution includes integrating machine learning approaches with traditional causal inference frameworks, as seen in his forthcoming work on "Deep Learning with DAGs." His methodological contributions focus on handling treatment-induced confounding and developing regression-with-residuals approaches for causal mediation analysis. Leo Goodman Award for contributions to sociological methodology (2020) Reviewer Award, Sociology of Education (2016) Mark Chesler Award for best graduate student paper (2014) Student Paper Award honorable mention (2011) Jane Addams Award for best article (2011) Wodtke has secured significant research funding including a $300,264 NSF grant for "Why Neighborhoods Matter" (2020-2023) and an $87,819 SSHRC Canada grant for "Neighbourhoods, Schools, and Environmental Health Hazards" (2018-2022). He has advised numerous graduate students and developed specialized courses on causal mediation analysis. Wodtke co-hosts The Inequality Podcast produced by the Stone Center and has developed several software packages for causal inference including MedFlow, RcGNF, cGNF, and RWRMED.
Martin Nesvig is a Professor at the University of Miami in the Department of History, College of Arts and Sciences. He serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies and Co-Faculty Lead for Mexico and Mesoamerica in the University of Miami’s Interdisciplinary Programs (UMIA). His research focuses on colonial Latin America, particularly religious hybridism, inquisitorial systems, and decentralized power structures in Michoacán. University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences Department of History Director of Undergraduate Studies Mexico and Mesoamerica Co-Faculty Lead Nesvig's scholarship interrogates the complexities of religious syncretism, bureaucratic conflict, and cultural negotiation in colonial Mexico. His work challenges traditional narratives of 'spiritual conquest' by highlighting the mutual adaptation between Spanish and indigenous communities, emphasizing the role of hallucinogenic rituals, vernacular scripture, and micro-imperial governance in shaping colonial religious practices. His 2010 Charles A. Ryskamp Research Fellowship supported his project on frontier religion in Michoacán, analyzing how Spanish clergy and laity adopted indigenous practices. His publications span topics from peyote use in Catholic rituals to the political implications of prohibited books and the dynamics of postcontact cultural liminality. Notable Works: Promiscuous Power: An Unorthodox History of New Spain , Peyote, Ever Virgin: A Case of Religious Hybridism in Mexico Awards: Charles A. Ryskamp Research Fellowship Nesvig’s research reveals a colonial state perpetuated through bureaucratic litigation rather than violence, with his irreverent historiographical style challenging academic conventions. His students and colleagues engage with his critical perspectives on power, religion, and cultural identity in early modern Latin America.
Dr. CHEN Xia is a Full-time Faculty member and Lee Kong Chian Professor of Accounting at the School of Accountancy (SOA), Singapore Management University (SMU). She serves as Director of the SMU-ZJU Doctor of Business Administration (Accounting & Finance) Program and Recruiting Co-ordinator for the School of Accountancy. Her research focuses on institutional investors, financial analysts, family firms, and earnings restatements, with publications in top-tier journals like Journal of Accounting and Economics and Journal of Financial Economics . Education: PhD in Accounting, University of Chicago, US MBA, University of Chicago, US M.A. in Accounting, Tsinghua University, China B.S. in Management Information System, Tsinghua University, China Dr. Chen’s research interests span corporate governance, auditing, tax aggressiveness, and family firm dynamics. Her work explores how institutional investors and analysts impact corporate disclosures, and the governance mechanisms within family-controlled enterprises. Her awards include the Charles Horngren Fellowship and Deloitte & Touche Doctoral Fellowship. She actively contributes to the academic community through editorial roles at European Accounting Review and peer reviews for major journals like Journal of Accounting Research and Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis . Dr. Chen advises several PhD and DBA candidates in accounting, focusing on empirical research methodologies. She also oversees collaborative academic programs between SMU and ZJU.
Dr Harrison Smith is a Lecturer in Digital Media & Society at the University of Sheffield's School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations. He holds a PhD from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Information, alongside MA and BA degrees in Sociology from Queen’s University, Canada. His research focuses on the political economy of data analytics, particularly in smart cities and consumer surveillance contexts. Education: PhD in Information Studies, University of Toronto (Canada) MA in Sociology, Queen’s University (Canada) BA (Hons) in Sociology, Queen’s University (Canada) Smith’s research examines how data infrastructures shape socio-economic inequality through processes like surveillance, classification, and market segmentation. Key areas include location-based marketing, 5G data infrastructures, and industry consolidation in data analytics. His work critiques how digital technologies reconfigure urban spaces and labor markets, particularly in 'smart city' contexts. Recent publications explore the metaverse's industrial implications, blockchain’s role in dispute resolution, and surveillance practices at music festivals. His teaching includes leading the module SCS2016: The Sociology of the Media. Smith’s expertise bridges media theory, urban informatics, and critical data studies, emphasizing ethical and political dimensions of digital technologies in everyday life.
Dongyoung Lee is an Associate Professor of Accounting and Desautels Faculty Scholar at McGill University's Desautels Faculty of Management. He holds a PhD in Business Administration from the University of Utah, an MSc in Accounting from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and a BA in Business Administration from Hanyang University, Korea. His research focuses on corporate social responsibility (CSR), capital markets, international business strategies, and disclosure practices. Key areas include CSR ratings, technological innovation disclosure, global supply chain dynamics, tax haven implications for U.S. firms, and labor market interactions with corporate governance. Recent articles highlight trends in linking CSR with firm innovation, analyzing how successful technological innovations influence corporate transparency, and cross-country comparisons of manufacturing strategies. His work often bridges accounting practices with broader business strategies. Grants: SSHRC Partnership Engage Grant (2024), SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2022, 2019), FRQSC New Academics Grant (2018) He teaches courses in financial and management accounting. His research is featured in top journals including Strategic Management Journal and The Accounting Review .
Jasmine Travers Altizer is an Assistant Professor at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, where she conducts research to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities among vulnerable older adults. Her work spans long-term care systems, aging, and health equity, with a focus on both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Education: PhD, Columbia University School of Nursing MHS, Yale University MSN, Stony Brook University (Adult-Gerontological Health) BSN, Adelphi University Her research interests include gerontology, health disparities, workforce diversity, infection control, and policy in long-term care. She investigates how neighborhood disadvantage, staffing levels, and systemic inequities affect care quality in nursing homes and home-based settings. Her recent work has explored antipsychotic medication use, caregiver coping strategies, and the impact of federal programs like the Paycheck Protection Program on staffing. The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong trajectory in health services research, with recurring themes in equity, workforce well-being, and policy evaluation. Her studies frequently use large national datasets and mixed methods to address structural barriers in care delivery for underserved populations, particularly Black and Latino older adults. Scientific Awards and Honors: Rising Star Research Award, Eastern Nursing Research Society (2022) Health in Aging Foundation New Investigator Award (2022) NASEM Committee Member on Quality of Care in Nursing Homes (2020) Scholar, National Clinician Scholars Program, Yale (2020) Jonas Policy Scholar (2019) Douglas Holmes Emerging Scholar Paper Award (2018) Travers is actively involved in mentoring and accepting PhD students. She leads multiple federally funded research projects, including a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Career Development Award and a National Institute on Aging K76 Beeson Award. She has served on national committees and contributed to high-impact policy reports, demonstrating leadership in translating research into action. Her work is frequently covered in media outlets such as Scientific American , AARP , and Crain's New York . Laboratories and Research Teams: She is affiliated with several active research initiatives, including the NH Explanatory Trials Network and projects examining dementia care workforce experiences, health equity in nursing home quality measures, and culturally sensitive interventions for Black adults with chronic conditions.
Dr. Matthias Nnadi serves as a Senior Lecturer in Accounting at Cranfield School of Management, Cranfield University, within the Department of Economics, Finance and Business Data Analytics. His academic career spans both theoretical research and practical industry applications in accounting and finance. His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Accounting (BSc), Master in Business Education (MEd), MBA, and PhD, complemented by Postgraduate certificates in Academic Practice and Business Enterprise. Professional memberships span multiple accounting bodies, reflecting his deep engagement with the field. Dr. Nnadi's research focuses on accounting in emerging economies, particularly examining the relevance of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in developing contexts, corporate mergers and acquisitions, and earnings management practices. His work bridges academic theory and practical application through extensive industry engagement. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent contributions to top accounting journals, with recent publications examining IFRS implementation effects, corporate sustainability impacts, and M&A performance metrics. The research shows particular strength in African and Asian emerging markets contexts. Chartered Institute of Taxation research grant recipient Seedcorn funding awardee for academic research Editorial Board member of Journal of Bonds and Derivatives As an educator, Dr. Nnadi developed the Individualised Accounting Technique (IAQ), a teaching and assessment model widely adopted in business schools for large accounting classes. His industry contributions include executive training programs on IFRS and IPSAS for both private and public sector organizations, drawing on his practical experience as former budget manager at a telecommunications company and stock accountant at a multinational corporation.
Annie Tindley is Professor of British and Irish Rural History and Head of the School of History, Classics and Archaeology at Newcastle University. She has held academic positions at the University of Aberdeen, Glasgow Caledonian University, and the University of Dundee. MA (2001), MSc by Research (2002), PhD (2006) in History, University of Edinburgh Annie specializes in the history and contemporary legacies of land and environmental issues, focusing on landownership (private, state, and community), land reform, and interdisciplinary approaches to rural history. Her work bridges the Scottish, Irish, British, and imperial contexts from the mid-18th to the 21st century, engaging with environmental history, historical geography, and policy impact. Annie’s recent publications emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, linking land history to ecological studies, community decision-making, and heritage conservation. Her research integrates archival analysis with modern policy frameworks, addressing topics like river management, healthcare history, and the role of design in imperial contexts. Fellow of the Royal Historical Society Annie has secured funding from AHRC, NERC, and the Wellcome Trust for collaborative projects. She mentors early-career researchers and doctoral students, advocating for research-led teaching and innovative interdisciplinary modules. She co-edits Rural History and founded the Scotland's Land book series, while serving in leadership roles for historical and heritage organizations. Her work engages community landowners, heritage groups, and policymakers, centering historical narratives in future decision-making. She leads the AHRC-funded Connected Treescapes project and the Land Decisions network.
Christopher Ernest Ouma is an Associate Professor of English at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in African literature, postcolonial studies, and diaspora studies with a focus on literary analysis of Cold War dynamics and Pan-Africanism. Ouma holds a Ph.D. (2011) and M.A. (2007) from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa. Research Interests : His work examines intersections of diasporic identity, transnational literary networks, and historical memory in African fiction. Key themes include postcolonial spatiality, anti-apartheid intellectual movements, and the role of small literary magazines in shaping cultural discourse. Publications Trends : Recent work explores contemporary Nigerian author Yewande Omotoso's diasporic narratives and reinterprets Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's portrayals of Biafran history. Earlier scholarship analyzed Cold War-era African literary networks and the evolution of African novel form. Professional Network : Maintains academic ties with North Carolina State University and University of Cape Town through institutional collaborations. Teaches courses on literature, African studies, and critical reading methodologies. Grants & Labs : No specific grants or research labs mentioned in provided materials. Active in editorial roles for journals like Social Dynamics and Black Scholar .
Professor Damian Damianov holds the Chair in Finance at Durham University Business School. His research examines asset pricing anomalies, housing market dynamics, and household financial behavior, with particular focus on boom-bust cycles in real estate and cryptocurrency markets. Methodologies combine econometric analysis with behavioral experiments to study price formation mechanisms. Recent work investigates housing affordability policies, wealth accumulation pathways, and cross-market contagion effects. His laboratory develops novel experimental designs to test auction mechanisms and fundraising strategies for charitable organizations. Current projects analyze: (1) Property tax compliance in shared occupancy arrangements; (2) Uncertainty transmission across cryptocurrency markets; (3) Lifecycle models of household wealth management.
Lasse Niemi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Accounting at Aalto University. He leads the Audit Research Group, which focuses on four key research teams: the value of auditing, social networks in auditing and corporate governance, digitalization in auditing, and the impact of auditors' cognitive abilities on audit quality. His work bridges traditional accounting practices with modern technological and social dynamics. Research Pillars: Voluntary Audit Demand Network Analysis in Auditing Digital Transformation Audit Quality Determinants Scientific Recognition: BEST PAPER AWARD EARNet Symposium 2001 Recent publications explore intersections of gender dynamics in auditing careers, digitalization expertise impacts on fees, and climate risk disclosures. His email is lasse.niemi@aalto.fi .
Tore Ellingsen is a Professor holding the Ragnar Söderberg Professorship at the Stockholm School of Economics and an Adjunct Professor at the Norwegian School of Economics . His work bridges Behavioral Game Theory , Institutional Economics , and Organizational Economics , focusing on social norms, bargaining, and economic behavior. His research explores strategic communication , gender dynamics , and contract theory . Key contributions include analyzing social framing effects , bargaining inefficiencies , and institutional design in economic systems. Recent articles address social duties , market governance , and business cycle modeling . Scientific Awards: Ragnar Söderberg Professorship
