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Dr. Kim Jeong Won is a Senior Research Fellow at the Energy Studies Institute (ESI), National University of Singapore, where she has been since March 2019. She holds a PhD in Energy and Environmental Policy from Korea University's Green School, an MPA from Korea University, and a MPP from the Harris School of Public Policy Studies, University of Chicago. Her research focuses on renewable energy and climate change policy, policy diffusion among governments, and quantitative policy evaluation methods. Dr. Kim has extensive experience in policy analysis and project management, including roles at the Korea Environment Institute (KEI), UNWTO ST-EP Foundation, and Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI). Her work emphasizes vertical and horizontal policy diffusion mechanisms, particularly in energy and climate sectors. She specializes in analyzing policy instrument combinations and designing evaluation frameworks for development projects. Her publications explore urban climate adaptation strategies in South Korea, renewable energy investment requirements for developing countries, and comparative analyses of energy storage systems competitiveness. She has contributed to policy reports for South Korean governments and international organizations, focusing on sustainable energy transitions and green growth frameworks. Dr. Kim's research bridges academic rigor with practical policy implementation, emphasizing quantitative methodologies to assess policy effectiveness. She actively participates in international development projects and contributes to global discussions on climate finance and energy policy design.

• Renewable Energy Policy
• Climate Change Policy
• Policy Diffusion Among Governments
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Sean Cao serves as Associate Professor (with tenure) at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, where he is Director and Co-founder of the AI Initiative for Capital Market Research. He also holds an affiliation as professor at Harvard Business School's D 3 Institute. His academic journey began with a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Cao's research focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence and capital markets, with particular expertise in how machine learning transforms financial analysis, corporate disclosure practices, and investment decision-making. His work examines the evolving relationship between human analysts and AI systems, blockchain applications in financial reporting, and the strategic adaptation of corporate communications for machine readership. He has pioneered research on the "AI divide" among investor groups and developed frameworks for human-AI collaborative stock analysis. His publication portfolio spans top journals including Journal of Financial Economics, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Accounting Research, and Management Science. The research demonstrates consistent thematic progression toward increasingly sophisticated AI applications in finance, with recent work exploring distributed ledger technologies for auditing, machine learning for extracting private information from disclosures, and the economics of greenwashing in ESG funds. His studies frequently combine textual analysis with traditional financial metrics to uncover novel market insights. Fama-DFA Prize from Journal of Financial Economics for best paper in capital markets and asset pricing Michael J. Brennan Award from Review of Financial Studies Deloitte Initiative for AI and Learning award for developing trustworthy AI for social equity PanAgora Asset Management's Dr. Richard A. Crowell Memorial Prize Multiple best paper awards from Midwest Finance Association, Global AI Finance Conference, and Asian Finance Association Dr. Cao has delivered over 200 invited research talks at major institutions including the Central Bank of Japan, Central Bank of Thailand, and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He serves as Guest Associate Editor for Management Science and has co-chaired Review of Financial Studies conferences on FinTech and Machine Learning. His educational initiatives include a widely adopted free AI textbook for finance and accounting that has been implemented at universities worldwide including Indiana University, UT Dallas, and University of Minnesota. As Director of the AI Initiative for Capital Market Research, Dr. Cao leads a multidisciplinary team exploring practical AI applications in finance. The initiative has secured significant funding including a $150,000 grant from GRF CPAs & Advisors. His research group maintains strong industry connections through partnerships with regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and technology companies, facilitating the translation of academic research into practical financial applications.

• Artificial Intelligence in Finance
• Machine Learning Applications
• Capital Market Research
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Professor Sara B. Pritchard is a leading scholar in environmental science and technology studies (STS) at Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. in History from Stanford University and University of Puget Sound. Her research critically examines light pollution, environmental ethics, and the intersection of technology and nature. Pritchard has received grants from the National Science Foundation and Cornell's Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future, among others. Her major works include Night as Environment: Light Pollution and the Anthropocene (2024) and Confluence: The Nature of Technology and the Remaking of the Rhône (2011). She co-edited influential volumes such as New Natures: Joining Environmental History with Science and Technology Studies (2013) and pioneered the concept of 'envirotechnical analysis.' Pritchard advises students across disciplines including Anthropology, Asian Studies, and Natural Resources. Her research explores dark histories, nuclear disasters, and sustainable energy transitions. She collaborates with global scholars through special journal issues on topics like climate justice and polar night studies. Pritchard’s work bridges environmental humanities with technological critique, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to urgent ecological challenges.

• Environmental History
• Science and Technology Studies (STS)
• History of Technology
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Thompson S.H. Teo is a Professor in the Department of Analytics and Operations (DAO) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School. He holds editorial roles in top journals including European Journal of Information Systems, International Journal of Information Management, and Communications of the AIS. His research spans information systems strategy, business-IT alignment, e-commerce, sustainability, and AI's societal impacts. With over 200 publications, he ranked #143 globally in 2023 among business scientists (research.com) and was recognized in Stanford's top 2% global scientists (2021-2023). Awards include the Best Associate Editor Award (2017) and AIS Distinguished Membership. Thompson's research interests include IT adoption, cyberloafing, supply chain digitalization, and green innovation. He teaches courses on innovation, Industry 4.0, and strategic IT at undergraduate, masters, and executive levels. Notable contributions include frameworks for commute experience analysis and AI adoption market signals. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in sustainability, organizational behavior, and digital governance. Affiliations: NUS Business School, Distinguished Editorial Advisory Board (IJoIM), Senior Member (INFORMS) Grants & Leadership: Extensive editorial leadership, supervised China Scholarship Council PhD students, and executive programs on innovation design thinking. Key Contributions: Over 270 publications, four co-edited books on IT/e-commerce, and policy-relevant studies on environmental regulations and green tech adoption. His research often employs mixed methods (e.g., QCA for corruption analysis, PLS-SEM for cyberloafing models) and addresses global issues like fake news mitigation via ChatGPT and pandemic-era customer engagement in short videos.

• Information Systems
• Business Systems
• Strategy and Organizational Behavior
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Karen Mundy is a Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), cross-appointed to the Munk School of Global and Public Affairs. She holds the distinction of being a former Canada Research Chair (2002-2012) and has served as Associate Dean of Research and Innovation (2012-2014) and Director of the Comparative, International and Development Education Centre (CIDEC) at OISE (2002-2011). Dr. Mundy's research interests focus on education in the developing world , the global politics of 'education for all', educational policy and reform in Sub-Saharan Africa, and the role of civil society organizations in educational change. Her scholarly work bridges academic research with practical policy implementation, making significant contributions to both theoretical understanding and real-world educational challenges globally. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on foundational learning challenges, particularly literacy and numeracy in low-income countries, as well as responses to educational disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic. Her influential 2021 article 'Why Do We Keep Failing to Universalize Literacy?' critically examines global education architecture and challenges prominent actors like the Gates Foundation to rethink their approaches to educational reform. Two-time winner of the Bereday award for best article in the Comparative Education Review (1998, 2015) Named among Canada's 10 best educators by Time Magazine (2002) President of the Comparative and International Education Society (2014-2015) Dr. Mundy has supervised more than two dozen PhD students to completion and has received research funding from major organizations including the Gates Foundation. Her practical policy work includes serving as Chief Technical Officer at the Global Partnership for Education (2018-2022), where she led the development of strategic frameworks and built the Education Policy and Performance Team from one person to a group of 25 technical experts. She has advised numerous international organizations including the World Bank, UNESCO, UNICEF, and the Mastercard Foundation.

• Education in the developing world
• Global politics of education for all
• Educational policy and reform in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Ari Jantunen is a Professor in Strategy Research at the LUT Business School, LUT University, Lappeenranta, Finland. He is affiliated with the Department of Business Studies and has been actively contributing to academic research in strategic management and organizational behavior. University: LUT University School: LUT Business School Department: Business Studies Position: Professor, Strategy Research Email: Ari.Jantunen@lut.fi He earned his D.Sc. (Econ.) from Lappeenranta University of Technology in 2005, establishing a long-standing academic career focused on strategic change and innovation. Ari Jantunen’s research centers on strategic change and renewal, organizational cognition, dynamic capabilities, dominant logic, and industry dynamics . His work explores how managerial cognition influences strategic decisions and organizational performance, particularly in industries undergoing transformation such as media, energy, and forest sectors. He also investigates sustainability strategies, the circular bioeconomy, and corporate social performance. His recent publications reflect a strong trend in using cognitive mapping, qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA), and simulation modeling to understand strategic phenomena. Articles on dominant logic, strategic renewal, and cognitive diversity highlight his focus on the cognitive underpinnings of strategic management. Among his notable works are studies on the bioeconomy transition in the pulp and paper industry, innovation races in high-tech sectors, and the interplay between corporate social and financial performance. Jantunen has collaborated extensively with researchers such as Anni Tuppura, Satu Pätäri, Kalevi Kyläheiko, and Anssi Tarkiainen, often co-authoring studies in journals like European Management Journal , Journal of Business Research , and Futures . Ari Jantunen is actively engaged in research and supervision, though no specific students are listed in the provided sources. He does not appear to have received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards, but his consistent publication record in high-impact journals underscores his academic contributions. He has been involved in interdisciplinary research projects, particularly those examining the interface between the energy and forest sectors, the diffusion of energy services, and innovation in cleantech firms. His work often combines theoretical rigor with practical insights, contributing to both academic discourse and industry applications.

• Strategy and Management
• Strategic Change and Renewal
• Organizational Cognition
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Dr. Amy Nwanekezie is a Lecturer in Leadership at the CBL School of Management, University of Hertfordshire, and accepts PhD students. Her research focuses on ICT use, digital divide, social inclusion, and sustainability in online platforms. She employs theories such as the Technology Acceptance Model and Diffusion of Innovations to explore these areas. Education: PhD in Management Studies, University of Hertfordshire (2019) MSc Accounting & Finance, University of Hertfordshire (2011) BSc Accounting & Finance, University of Hertfordshire (2010) Research Interests: Her work examines ICT adoption among older adults, digital divide dynamics, and public sector online communication. Specific themes include social inclusion through technology, innovation in digital services, and sustainable online platforms. She actively contributes to academic peer review and serves as an associate editor for the European Conference on Information Systems (ECIS). Research Trends: Amy’s publications (2014–2020) highlight a consistent focus on older adults’ engagement with technology, including social networks, tablets, and public sector digital channels. Her studies emphasize comparative analyses of adoption patterns, accessibility challenges, and policy implications in the UK context. Grants & Advising: While no grants are explicitly listed, her role in supervising PhD students underscores her academic mentorship. Her peer-review roles reflect scholarly engagement with the broader Information Systems community. Labs/Teams: She contributes to research initiatives within the CBL School of Management, though no specific lab affiliations are noted.

• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
• Digital Divide
• Social Inclusion
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Antonio Cabrales is a Full Professor (Research Chair in Economics) at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California, San Diego, and a B.A. from Universidad Complutense. He previously served as Professor and Head of the Economics Department at University College London and Professor at Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona. Currently, he is Executive Vice President of the European Economic Association and an Honorary Fellow of both the European and Spanish Economic Associations. His research focuses on social networks, mechanism design, learning and evolutionary games, experimental economics, behavioral economics, and industrial organization. He has held editorial roles at the Journal of Economic Theory , Journal of the European Economic Association , and SERIEs , among others. Recent work explores topics such as gender stereotypes in team formation, climate change mitigation strategies, and the impact of education policies. Cabrales’ experimental studies often address policy-relevant questions, including redistributive politics, bullying prevention, and vocational training efficacy. His contributions bridge theoretical insights with practical applications in education, labor markets, and environmental policy. Scientific Awards: Honorary Fellow, European Economic Association Honorary Fellow, Spanish Economic Association Grants & Advising: Extensive funding for projects on climate policy, education reform, and social norms. Advised numerous institutions on policy design, including experimental evaluations of school systems and labor market interventions. Labs & Teams: Leads research initiatives such as TeensLab, focusing on adolescent economic behavior, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on climate change and social network dynamics.

• Economic Networks
• Mechanism Design
• Experimental Economics
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Elizabeth Leisy Stosich serves as Associate Professor and Associate Chair of the Division of Educational Leadership, Administration, and Policy at Fordham University's Graduate School of Education. Since joining the faculty in 2017, her research examines collaborative leadership practices that strengthen educational equity and student learning opportunities across district, school, and teacher levels, with particular focus on high-poverty urban contexts and ambitious academic standards implementation. Her educational background includes advanced degrees from Harvard University: Ed.D. in Education Policy, Leadership, and Instructional Practice Ed.M. in Education Policy and Management M.A. in Teaching and Multiple Subjects (University of San Francisco) B.A. in Spanish and Portuguese (UC Berkeley) Stosich's research centers on education policy, school/district leadership, teacher professional development, and research-practice partnerships. She investigates how leaders create coherence among complex policies like Common Core standards and accountability systems, emphasizing collaborative structures that enable educators to improve instructional practices. Her work consistently addresses equity challenges in resource-constrained urban schools through frameworks like the Internal Coherence Framework. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals persistent themes: leadership practices that bridge policy expectations with classroom realities, the critical role of social networks in policy implementation, and strategies for building sustainable improvement capacity. Her scholarship demonstrates methodological diversity including social network analysis, design-based implementation research, and qualitative case studies, predominantly focused on urban educational settings where equity considerations drive leadership decisions. Her significant scholarly recognition includes: 2022 AERA Division A Emerging Scholar Award 2016 AERA Leadership for School Improvement SIG Dissertation of the Year Award Stosich teaches courses including Community of Inquiry, Implementation Research, Leading Instructional Improvement, and Urban Education. Prior to Fordham, she served as a research fellow at Stanford's Center for Opportunity Policy in Education and taught elementary school in Oakland. Her co-authored book "The Internal Coherence Framework" is widely adopted in leadership programs, reflecting her commitment to bridging research and practice through ongoing partnerships with school districts. Her current work extends through research-practice partnerships where she collaborates with districts to implement leadership frameworks that foster organizational coherence, strengthen instructional systems, and develop sustainable capacity for continuous improvement in diverse educational settings.

• Education policy
• School leadership
• District leadership
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Prof. Dr. Peter Michaelis is Chair of Environmental and Resource Economics at the Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Augsburg, Germany. He has held this position since April 1999, leading research and teaching in environmental economics, resource management, and climate change policy. His research focuses on the economic aspects of environmental problems, with particular emphasis on climate change economics. Key areas include: Design and effectiveness of economic instruments in environmental policy Emissions trading systems and carbon pricing mechanisms Climate policy and innovation dynamics Resource economics and sustainable development Environmental policy instruments and their economic impacts Prof. Michaelis's publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on environmental economics, with numerous articles in leading journals examining CO2 pricing, emissions trading, climate policy, and environmental regulation. His recent work has particularly emphasized climate change economics, analyzing the economic implications of greenhouse gas accumulation and developing models for optimal climate policies. His research often addresses the theoretical and empirical challenges of climate change due to uncertainties, long-term impacts, and global nature of the problem. Among his notable recognitions: Recipient of the Baden-Württemberg Metal Industry Promotion Prize (1990) for his doctoral work on waste management Member of the Advisory Council on Environmental Issues (August 2000-June 2008) Prof. Michaelis leads the Chair of Environmental and Resource Economics, which includes several research associates and doctoral candidates working on various environmental economics projects. His team has undertaken research projects on economic instruments in environmental policy, environmental policy and innovations, promoting renewable energies, and optimal climate policies. The Chair also publishes the 'Augsburg Writings in Environmental Economics,' a series offering a forum for academic works addressing current topics in environmental economics and environmental policy. The Chair maintains active research collaborations and offers various lectures and seminars on environmental economics topics, though most courses are taught in German. Prof. Michaelis has also contributed to several environmental policy assessments as a member of the Advisory Council on Environmental Issues, providing expert advice to German policymakers.

• Environmental Economics
• Resource Economics
• Climate Change Economics
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Joakim Ekman is a Professor of Political Science at the Centre for Baltic and East European Studies (CBEES) at Södertörn University . His work focuses on political participation and democracy development in Central and Eastern Europe, with particular emphasis on public opinion dynamics, political culture, and civic engagement in post-communist societies. Current affiliation: Centre for Baltic and East European Studies (CBEES), Södertörn University Research interests span multiple dimensions of democratic processes, including: Post-communist democratization Ethnic divisions and political integration Far-right politics and national identity Youth political engagement and education Public trust in institutions Impact of geopolitical crises on societal attitudes Publication trends show a consistent focus on Central and Eastern Europe , with recurring themes of political participation , public opinion shifts , and democratic resilience . Recent works examine professional identity among early-career academics in the Baltic region and geopolitical reorientations following the Ukraine war.

• Political Participation
• Democracy Development
• Post-Communist Europe
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Dr. H (Harro) Maat is an Associate Professor at the Knowledge Technology and Innovation group of Wageningen University & Research, within the Faculty of Social Sciences. His work focuses on the intersection of agricultural technology, colonial history, and socio-technical change in rural communities. He investigates historical and contemporary practices of food production, particularly in colonial contexts and marginalized communities such as Maroons and indentured laborers in Suriname and similar regions. His research emphasizes local responses to global commodity systems and the co-production of social orders through agricultural practices. Key research interests include the history of agricultural science in colonial settings, the System of Rice Intensification (SRI), agro-biodiversity, and health dynamics among marginalized populations. He has collaborated on funded projects like Commodities and anti-commodities (NWO-GW) and SRI as a socio-technical movement (NWO-WOTRO). His interdisciplinary approach spans history, sociology, and anthropology, with a focus on development cooperation and food security. Teaching responsibilities include courses on embodiment, migration, and science-policy interactions, with a strong emphasis on thesis supervision across undergraduate and graduate levels. His availability is consistent across all weekdays, and he actively participates in academic networks through platforms like ResearchGate and Google Scholar. Recent publications explore topics ranging from Ebola response strategies in Sierra Leone to the genetic origins of rice varieties in Suriname Maroon communities. His work highlights the importance of local knowledge in resisting and adapting to global agricultural and health policies, contributing to debates on sustainability and equity in development practices.

• Agricultural Technology
• Colonial History
• Food Security
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Tao Ran is an Associate Professor of Economics at NEOMA Business School in France. She specializes in applied microeconomics with research focusing on corporate social responsibility, public goods provision, charitable giving mechanisms, and gender dynamics in corporate governance. Her work employs both theoretical modeling and empirical analysis to examine how organizational and social factors influence economic decisions. Ran's research has been published in leading journals including the Journal of Business Ethics, International Business Review, and Corporate Governance: An International Review. Her current projects investigate the diffusion of CSR practices through director networks and the value implications of foreign experience among corporate board members. She teaches microeconomics courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, covering topics such as consumer behavior, market structures, and strategic decision-making in business contexts. Her teaching integrates contemporary research findings with practical business applications.

• Applied Microeconomics
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Public Goods Provision
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Matthew Johnson is an Assistant Professor at Duke University, holding dual appointments in the Sanford School of Public Policy and the Department of Economics within Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on labor economics, public policy, and regulatory effectiveness, particularly examining how workplace safety regulations, labor market policies, and noncompete agreements impact workers and firms. Johnson received his Ph.D. in Economics from Boston University (2016) and a B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley (2007). Research & Grants: Key projects include analyzing OSHA enforcement strategies, evaluating the impact of noncompete agreements, and studying labor market dynamics. Notable grants include funding from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation (2023–2025) and the Russell Sage Foundation (2023–2025). He has published in top journals like the Review of Economics and Statistics and Science . Teaching: Recent courses include Microeconomic Policy Tools (PUBPOL 303D), Advanced Topics in Public Policy (PUBPOL 590), and Microeconomics and Public Policy-Making (PUBPOL 810). Labs & Collaborations: Co-leads the Triangle Economists in Applied Microeconomics (TEAM) working group, fostering collaborations among junior faculty in applied economics research.

• Labor Economics
• Public Policy
• Workplace Safety
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Dr. Lu Tang is a Professor of Communication and Director of the Data Justice Lab at Texas A&M University’s Department of Communication and Journalism. She holds a doctorate from the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Southern California. Her research focuses on the ethical and social justice implications of emerging technologies in health communication, including AI, chatbots, and virtual reality. She uses computational methods like natural language processing and social network analysis to study health information dissemination on social media, with an emphasis on minority health and cultural contexts. Education: Ph.D., Annenberg School for Communication, University of Southern California Research Interests: Dr. Tang’s work spans three key areas: 1) Ethical integration of AI in healthcare and health promotion; 2) Analysis of health misinformation and information diffusion on platforms like YouTube and Twitter; and 3) Cultural dimensions of health communication among minority populations. Her research is funded by the NIH, Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, and Robert Woods Johnson Foundation. Grants & Funding: NIH Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Robert Woods Johnson Foundation Labs & Teams: Director of the Data Justice Lab , affiliated with the Texas A&M Institute of Data Science.

• Health Communication
• Artificial Intelligence Ethics
• Social Media Analysis
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