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• Finance
• Macroeconomics
• Corporate Finance
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Amir Sufi is the Bruce Lindsay Distinguished Service Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he has been a faculty member since 2005. He serves as a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research and co-director of its Corporate Finance Program. Bachelor’s Degree, Walsh School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University (1999) PhD in Economics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2005) His research focuses on finance , macroeconomics , and corporate finance . Key areas include household debt dynamics , credit market structure , income inequality , and interest rate impacts on productivity growth . Recent work examines customer capital investment and low-interest rate effects on market concentration . Selected scientific awards include the 2017 Fischer Black Prize, Econometric Society Fellow (2022), and American Academy of Arts and Sciences Fellow (2024). His peer-reviewed publications and working papers span topics from syndicated loans to global household debt cycles , with notable contributions to understanding credit-driven business cycles and government-led consumer credit programs . He teaches courses in leveraged finance , private credit , and corporate restructuring .

Seth BlumsackView profile

Professor

• Electricity and Natural Gas Industries
• Energy Infrastructure Resilience
• Network Science
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Seth Blumsack is a Professor at the Pennsylvania State University in the Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering and serves as Director of the Center for Energy Law and Policy . He holds an Adjunct Research Professor position at the Carnegie Mellon Electricity Industry Center and is affiliated with the Santa Fe Institute as an External Faculty member. His research spans energy economics , power grid reliability , and complex infrastructure networks . Key projects include: Interdependent natural gas and electricity systems analysis Governance of regional transmission organizations Smart grid consumer behavior studies Power grid reliability tools development He has secured funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation , Department of Energy , Environmental Protection Agency , and private industry. His Best paper award at Hawai’i International Conference on System Sciences (2011) and John T. Ryan, Jr. Fellowship (2011-17) highlight his scientific recognition. Publications emphasize electricity market deregulation , energy infrastructure resilience , and consumer response to smart grid technologies . His work has been cited in major media outlets like The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times , and he has consulted for National Renewable Energy Laboratory , U.S. Department of Energy , and other industry stakeholders.

• Statistical Modeling
• Biostatistics
• Biomedicine
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Dae-Jin Lee is an Assistant Professor at IE University’s School of Science and Technology, specializing in statistical modeling and data science. Previously, he served as a Research Line Leader at the Basque Centre for Applied Mathematics (BCAM) and coordinated the Knowledge Transfer Unit in Data Science/AI. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Mathematical Engineering (2010) from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid and postdoctoral research at CSIRO (Australia). His research focuses on statistical methods for complex data, including penalized splines, tensor product smooths, and applications in biomedicine, epidemiology, environmental science, and sports analytics. He has led multidisciplinary projects funded by public and industry grants, collaborating globally with experts across fields like engineering, medicine, and biology. Key research themes include predictive modeling for health outcomes (e.g., SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia severity), sports injury prevention, and AI in healthcare. His work integrates machine learning with traditional statistical techniques, addressing real-world challenges like pedestrian dynamics simulations and automated medical diagnostics. He is actively involved in scientific organizations, including the Spanish Biostatistics Society and the Statistical Modelling Society. His recent publications highlight innovations in growth curve modeling, AI ethics, and spatiotemporal data analysis, reflecting his commitment to advancing both theoretical and applied statistics.

• Zoology
• Marine Biology
• Benthic Ecology
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Francisco Jose Garcia Garcia is a Professor at the Universidad Pablo de Olavide, affiliated with the Department of Physical, Chemical and Natural Systems. His research focuses on Zoology, Marine Biology, and Benthic Ecology, with a specialization in Mollusks (particularly Opisthobranchia) and Antarctic Biodiversity. He leads the ORGSIS Organisms and Systems research group and contributes to the Doctoral Programs in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology. PhD in Zoology (1987) from the University of Seville His research spans marine taxonomy, ecological impacts of human activity, and biogeographical patterns of mollusks and arthropods in coastal environments. Recent studies examine invasive species effects (e.g., Amathia verticillata) and wrack dynamics in Atlantic and Mediterranean ecosystems. His publications from 1984–2024 reflect long-term contributions to Antarctic benthos studies (BENTART projects) and nudibranch systematics. Articles highlight expertise in Invasive Species Ecology, Benthic Ecology, and Environmental Impact Assessment, with a focus on mollusk physiology, taxonomy, and habitat interactions. Notable collaborations include Antarctic research campaigns and cross-regional studies comparing Brazil and Spain. As part of the ORGSIS group, he investigates coastal ecosystem functioning, emphasizing sandy beach macrofauna and supralittoral arthropods. His work integrates field experiments (e.g., wrack removal, trampling effects) and laboratory assays on reproductive biology.

Sonia Machause LopezView profile

Lecturer

• Archaeology
• Iberian Iron Age
• Ritual Practices
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Sonia Machause López is a Lecturer in the Department of Prehistory and Archaeology at the Faculty of Geography and History, University of Valencia. She is a member of the GRAM Archaeological Research Group on the Mediterranean and holds a PhD from the University of Valencia (2017) on ritual caves in the Iberian Iron Age. Her work bridges archaeological theory, landscape analysis, and sensory studies, focusing on ritual practices in natural spaces. PhD in Mediterranean Prehistory and Archaeology, University of Valencia (2017) Thesis: Caves as ritual spaces in Iberian Iron Ages: the cases of Kelin, Edeta and Arse Supervisors: Dr. Consuelo Mata Parreño, Dr. Carmen Aranegui Gascó Her research centers on Iberian Iron Age ritual practices, particularly the use of caves as sacred spaces. She integrates GIS, archaeoastronomy, and sensory archaeology to explore ritual landscapes, territoriality, and embodied experiences. Her work emphasizes multisensory dimensions, ritual journeys, and the symbolic role of water and darkness in underground spaces. She has published extensively on sites such as Cueva del Sapo, Sima de l'Aigua, and Cova de les Dones. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary methodologies, combining material analysis with spatial and sensory modeling. She frequently collaborates with experts in archaeozoology, geophysics, and ethnography. Her work challenges elite-centric models of ritual, emphasizing community participation and variability in religious experiences. Enduring Sacred Places: The Astronomical Orientation of the Iberian Cave-Sanctuary of Cueva Santa del Cabriel in Spain (2019) Caves, Senses, and Ritual Flows in the Iberian Iron Age: The Territory of Edeta (2022) Delving into the Iberian rituality of the Sima de l'Aigua (2024) Sonia Machause López actively mentors early-career researchers and participates in academic dissemination, including public talks and gender studies in archaeology. She has contributed to projects on women in universities and archaeological outreach. While no specific grants are listed, her sustained research output suggests active funding support. She is affiliated with the GRAM research group, which focuses on Mediterranean archaeological dynamics, ritual landscapes, and material culture. Her work often involves field prospection, laboratory analysis, and collaborative interpretation across disciplines.

James B LewisView profile

Associate Professor

• Korean-Japanese Relations
• Economic History of Korea
• Premodern Korean and Japanese Social Histories
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James B Lewis is an Associate Professor of Korean History at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Wolfson College and the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies. His research focuses on Korean-Japanese relations before 1850, economic and social histories of premodern Korea and Japan, global history, and environmental/epidemiological dynamics in East Asia. He has held leadership roles as past President of the Association for Korean Studies in Europe and the British Association for Korean Studies. His grants include an ERC Horizon 2020 project (grant 758347). Current projects involve co-authoring An Economic History of Korea, 1400 to 1900 and translating Amenomori Hôshû's Kôrin Teisei . Courses taught include Korean-Japanese history surveys, research methodologies, and classical texts analysis. His publications span monographs, edited volumes, and peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing quantitative methods, archival analysis, and cross-disciplinary approaches. Notable works include Frontier contact between Chosŏn Korea and Tokugawa Japan (2003), The East Asian War, 1592-1598 (2015), and studies on Korean economic indicators across centuries. Public lectures and media engagements include talks at the Ricci Institute and the Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation.

JORGE MANUEL RODRIGUEZ ALMENARView profile

Associate Professor

• Sacred Art
• Eucharistic Theology
• Sacred Architecture
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Jorge Manuel Rodríguez Almenar is a faculty member at the University of Valencia, affiliated with the Faculty of Law, where he serves in the Department of Civil Law. He holds the academic rank of Titular de Escuela Universitaria, equivalent to Associate Professor, and is actively engaged in teaching and research. His research centers on the intersection of law, sacred art, and religious history, with a particular focus on Christian relics such as the Shroud of Turin, the Sudarium of Oviedo, and the Holy Chalice of Valencia. His work employs interdisciplinary methodologies combining art history, forensic analysis, and theological inquiry. Sacred Art Eucharistic Theology Sacred Architecture Historical Art Analysis Religious Relics Interdisciplinary Studies of Faith and Science His publications reveal a consistent scholarly engagement with the historical, artistic, and scientific dimensions of Christian relics. He explores how faith and reason intersect in the study of sacred objects, often analyzing their cultural, theological, and forensic significance. His work bridges legal scholarship with religious and artistic studies, contributing to a deeper understanding of religious heritage within civil and canonical frameworks. Notable scientific contributions include comparative studies of the Sudarium of Oviedo and the Shroud of Turin, analyses of the Holy Chalice of Valencia, and comprehensive historical-artistic investigations into the Shroud. While no formal awards are listed, his publications demonstrate scholarly recognition in niche interdisciplinary domains. He has not listed any students or formal advising roles, nor has he mentioned grants or research teams. However, his academic profile suggests independent and collaborative research in religious and legal studies. His work continues to contribute to academic and ecclesiastical discussions on the authenticity and significance of Christian relics.

Warn N. LekfuangfuView profile

Associate Professor

• Labour Economics
• Development Economics
• Behavioural Economics
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Warn N. Lekfuangfu is an Associate Professor of Economics at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), holding a prestigious Ramón y Cajal Research Grant from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation. He is a co-investigator in the ERC Starting Grant-funded project MISMATCH and affiliated with multiple research institutions including IZA, J-PAL, CReAM (UCL), and CBEE (Chulalongkorn University). His research focuses on Labour Economics, Development Economics, and Behavioural Economics, particularly examining inequality mechanisms, early childhood development, subjective wellbeing, and intergenerational mobility. He employs micro-econometric and experimental methods to address systemic social issues. Lekfuangfu earned his PhD in Economics (2015) from University College London, MSc in Global Market Economics from the London School of Economics (201?), and BA in Politics and Economics from the University of York. His work has been published in top journals like the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization and Journal of the European Economic Association . He currently serves on the Executive Board of the Asian and Australasian Society of Labour Economics (AASLE) and contributes to policy discussions through projects like Thailand’s pension reform and labour market restructuring analyses. His research has explored topics ranging from gender occupational sorting in the UK to the socio-economic impacts of landmines in Cambodia.

• Biometrics
• Biometric Systems
• Computer Vision
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Raul Sanchez Reillo is a Full Professor at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), affiliated with the Grupo Universitario de Tecnologías de Identificación (GUTI). His research focuses on biometric systems, mobile authentication, and security technologies. Key areas include presentation attack detection, vein recognition, and ECG biometrics. He leads projects involving smartphone-based biometric solutions, 3D printed markers, and standards development for biometric interoperability. Research interests span multiple modalities: fingerprint authentication, dynamic signature verification, gait recognition, and vascular biometrics. He emphasizes usability and accessibility in mobile environments, exploring ergonomics and user interaction challenges. His work integrates machine learning (transformers, RNNs) with hardware solutions like FPGA-based systems. Publications highlight innovations in spoofing detection, medical applications (ECG/vein analysis), and low-cost hardware implementations. He contributes to European standards (BioAPI, Hand Data Interchange Format) and evaluates security practices for R&D compliance with EU data protection regulations. Current initiatives include enhancing biometric systems for critical infrastructure security and improving accessibility for elderly users. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, he leads the Mobile Pass project evaluating user interaction in biometric systems. His lab (GUTI) develops open testing methodologies for biometric performance under Common Criteria and environmental stressors. Recent work addresses vulnerabilities in mobile fingerprint sensors and the ethical implications of biometric-as-a-service models.

• Climate Change
• Atmospheric Dynamics
• Renewable Energy
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Juan Antonio Añel Cabanelas is a Professor of Earth Physics at the University of Vigo , affiliated with the EPhysLab research group and the Specialized Group on Atmospheric and Ocean Physics of the Royal Spanish Society of Physics . He serves as an Executive Editor for Geoscientific Model Development and an Associate Editor for PLoS Climate . PhD in Physics (2007) from the University of Vigo, thesis: Climatic analysis of the tropopause using radiosonde data Taught courses in Meteorology, Atmospheric Physics, Computational Science, and Renewable Energy at the University of Vigo and international institutions His research focuses on climate change impacts , upper troposphere-lower stratosphere dynamics , renewable energy modeling , and computational reproducibility in climate research . He emphasizes instrumental data recovery and open science , with recent work addressing stratospheric contraction and mercury cycling . Key publications span extreme weather-energy sector interactions , Fortran code quality , and ozone data analysis . He mentors PhD students in Physics and Computer Science, and has collaborated with institutions in Mexico, Portugal, and the private sector. He advocates for free software and has organized workshops on climate intervention and citizen science . His work is funded by public grants from Spain's Government, Xunta de Galicia, and private entities like Naturgy and Acciona, with computing support from Google and Microsoft.

Itziar Ramírez GarcíaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Employee Retention
• Work Motivation
• Personality Traits
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Itziar Ramírez García is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management at IQS School of Management. She is actively involved in the Research Group in Tourism, Sustainability and Innovation, contributing to academic and applied research in organizational behavior within the tourism and hospitality sectors. Her research interests center on employee retention, work motivation, personality traits, and the alignment between student career expectations and organizational value propositions. She employs qualitative and quantitative methods, including semi-structured interviews, to explore how self-transcendence and work values influence professional development and organizational fit. The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in understanding the psychological and behavioral drivers of workforce stability in the 21st century, particularly in service-oriented industries like tourism and hospitality. Her work bridges academic theory with practical HR strategies aimed at reducing turnover and enhancing workplace readiness. Scientific Contributions: Published in peer-reviewed journals such as Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education and Education and Training . Active research output from 2019 to 2024, with increasing citation impact (Scopus h-index: 2, 14 citations). ORCID: 0000-0001-7277-4070 . She collaborates with researchers including A. Fornells, G. Domínguez Picart, and S. Del Cerro. Although no formal grants or advising roles are mentioned, her research has practical implications for human resource development and tourism education. She does not appear to lead a lab but contributes to a structured research group focused on sustainability and innovation in tourism.

• Computer Architecture
• Microarchitecture
• Compilers
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Antonio Maria Gonzalez Colas is a Full Professor at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Department of Computer Architecture within the Faculty of Computer Science of Barcelona (FIB). He leads the ARCO research group focused on Microarchitecture and Compilers and is actively engaged in high-impact research in computer architecture, GPUs, and energy-efficient computing. His collaborations extend to the Barcelona Supercomputing Center and various national and European research initiatives. Research Interests: His primary research areas include computer architecture, microarchitecture, compilers, GPUs, and processor design. He focuses on energy-efficient computing, deep neural network (DNN) accelerators, GPU simulation and optimization, memory systems, and architectural support for machine learning and autonomous systems. His work often integrates compiler techniques with hardware design for performance and efficiency. Scientific Production Trends: His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on energy-efficient hardware for AI workloads, particularly DNN and speech recognition acceleration, GPU architectural innovations, memory optimization, and real-time rendering. He frequently publishes in top-tier venues such as ISCA, MICRO, HPCA, and IEEE/ACM journals. ICREA Academia Award 2024 HiPEAC 2024 Paper Award ACM Senior Member (2020) Advising and Grants: He has advised numerous PhD students whose theses cover topics like energy-efficient architectures for autonomous driving, speech recognition, and neural networks. He leads competitive R&D projects, including an ERC Advanced Grant and projects funded by the Spanish National Program and the ICREA Academia program, focusing on domain-specific architectures and cognitive computing units. Labs and Teams: He is the principal investigator of the ARCO (Microarchitecture and Compilers) research group at UPC, a leading team in computer architecture research in Spain. The group is part of a larger collaborative network within UPC and with international partners.

• Political Sociology
• Comparative Politics
• International Relations
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Juan Diez Medrano is a Full Professor in the Department of Social Sciences at Carlos III University of Madrid. He serves as Director of the Doctoral Program in Social Sciences and is affiliated with the Figuerola Institute of History and Social Sciences and the Carlos III de Madrid - Fundación Juan March Joint Institute of Social Science (IC3JM). He has been actively engaged in research projects focused on European integration and social dynamics. Research Interests: His work spans political sociology, comparative politics, and European studies, examining topics such as European identification, globalization's impact on labor markets, cosmopolitanism, and the social implications of Brexit. His research often integrates advanced quantitative methods and transnational perspectives. Projects: He leads the ValCon: Value Conflicts in a differentiated Europe (2020-2024) and contributes to EDUCATION AND PRO-EUROPEAN ORIENTATION AMONG SPAIN'S YOUTH (2022-2026). Additional projects include UE-MEASURE-CM-UC3M (2022-2023). Contact: Email: juan.diez@uc3m.es or jdmedran@polsoc.uc3m.es

Federico M. RequenaView profile

Professor

• European Religious History
• US Religious History
• History of Opus Dei
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Dr. Federico M. Requena is a Professor of Contemporary Church History at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross (PUSC) in Rome since 2009, with additional roles as Assistant Director of the Josemaría Escrivá Study Center (CEJE) and collaborator at the Church History Institute (IHI) of the University of Navarra. His academic journey includes two doctorates: Theology (1996) and History (2007), both from the University of Navarra, following earlier degrees in Theology (1993) from PUSC and Geography/History (1987) from the University of Murcia. Doctorate in Theology (1996), University of Navarra Doctorate in History (2007), University of Navarra Bachelor in Theology (1993), Pontifical University of the Holy Cross Bachelor in Geography and History (1987), University of Murcia As a leading scholar in European and US religious history, Dr. Requena specializes in the History of Opus Dei, Catholicism during the Primo de Rivera dictatorship and Second Republic, religious associations, and transnational church networks. His research spans institutional expansion, clerical leadership, and the interplay between religious identity and modernity. His publications include 15 recent articles analyzing transnational religious movements, with particular focus on Opus Dei's expansion (1948-1961), US-Latin American Vatican collaborations, and Cold War-era Catholic dynamics. Key methodologies include historiographical analysis, archival research across European and American institutions, and comparative studies of religious organizations. Director of Studia et Documenta journal (2023-present) Vice-Director of journal's Editorial Board (2010-2023) Member of Notre Dame's Cushwa Center Advisory Committee (2024) Dr. Requena has directed and co-directed multiple theses on Spanish spiritual literature and religious historiography while maintaining active roles in international conferences and research stays at prestigious institutions including Harvard, Notre Dame, and Oxford. He has pioneered digital resources like the Josemaría Escrivá Virtual Library and maintains extensive collaborations across Catholic academic networks. Current affiliations include the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross (Rome), University of Navarra's Centro de Estudios Josemaría Escrivá (Pamplona), and the Institute for Religious Sciences (Bologna). His work bridges archival rigor with contemporary relevance, focusing on religious modernity and institutional adaptation in both European and American contexts.

• Audiovisual Communication
• Basque Media Studies
• Digital Media
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Bea Narbaiza Amillategi is a Senior Lecturer and Researcher in the Department of Audiovisual Communication and Advertising at the University of the Basque Country's Faculty of Social Sciences and Communication. Holding a PhD in Audiovisual Communication and a degree in Journalism, she contributes significantly to Basque media studies with a focus on language, digital transformation, and audience engagement. Her research interests span Audiovisual Communication, Basque Media Studies, Digital Media, Language and Communication, Media Consumption Patterns, Social Media Analysis, Youth Media Engagement, Transmedia Communication, and Minority Language Media. Her work consistently examines how Basque-language media navigates the challenges of digital platforms, audience fragmentation, and cultural preservation in contemporary media ecosystems. Analysis of her publications reveals a strong focus on youth media consumption patterns, particularly during transformative periods like the pandemic, and the challenges faced by minority language media in dominant digital platforms like Facebook. Her transmedia communication projects demonstrate innovative approaches to audience engagement and educational media development. She has been particularly active in documenting annual trends in Basque media and culture, providing valuable longitudinal insights into the evolution of media consumption and production in the Basque context. While the provided materials don't indicate specific scientific awards, her consistent publication record in both Basque and international venues demonstrates her scholarly impact. Her collaborative work with colleagues across multiple institutions highlights her role in research teams focused on Basque media ecosystems and communication patterns. Her methodological approach combines quantitative audience measurement with qualitative analysis of media content and consumption patterns, particularly focusing on how Basque-language media adapts to digital platforms while maintaining cultural relevance. Her work on transmedia projects demonstrates an innovative approach to communication education and audience engagement strategies.