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Antoine GeissbuhlerView profile

Professor

• Medical Informatics
• eHealth
• Telemedicine
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Antoine Geissbuhler is a Full Professor at the University of Geneva's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology and Medical Informatics. He serves as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine since July 2023, following his role as Vice-Rector for Digital Strategy and Innovation. Additional leadership positions include Director of the HUG Innovation Center and Chief Physician of the eHealth and Telemedicine Department at Geneva University Hospitals (HUG), recognized as a WHO collaborating center. He also presides over BioAlps, Western Switzerland's life sciences cluster. Geissbuhler's research focuses on designing and implementing IT tools in healthcare, with emphasis on telemedicine networks and digital health strategies. His work spans global contexts including Africa, Asia, and Latin America through the RAFT project connecting hundreds of healthcare professionals across 20 countries. Key domains include maternal health monitoring, shared medication plans, AI chatbots for patient education, and digital solutions for non-communicable diseases. His publications reveal strong trends in implementation science, particularly frameworks for reporting digital health interventions (iCHECK-DH) and learning from implementation failures. WHO Collaborating Center designation for eHealth department President of BioAlps life sciences cluster (since 2022) Architect of Swiss eHealth strategy implementation Developer of RAFT telemedicine network As an educator, Geissbuhler has pioneered telemedicine training across resource-limited settings through the RAFT network. His leadership extends to digital health policy, including contributions to global standards for health information systems and ethical frameworks for health data reuse. Current initiatives emphasize patient-centered digital tools and strengthening health system resilience through technology.

Philip A. HaileView profile

Professor

• Industrial Organization
• Auctions
• Empirical Methods
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Philip A. Haile is the Ford Foundation Professor of Economics at Yale University, where he has been since 2003. He holds a secondary appointment at the Yale School of Management and is a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). His research focuses on industrial organization, auctions, and empirical methods, with a particular emphasis on differentiated products markets. Haile earned his A.B. from Duke University (1988) and Ph.D. from Northwestern University (1996). He has held visiting positions at the University of Chicago and Stanford University. He has served as Editor for the RAND Journal of Economics and on editorial boards of top journals including Econometrica and American Economic Journal-Microeconomics . His work has been supported by grants from the National Science Foundation, Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, and others. Haile directed the Cowles Foundation for Research in Economics (2005–2011) and remains affiliated with it. His honors include Fellowships from the Econometric Society and CEMMAP (UK). Haile’s research explores demand estimation using microdata, auction design, and endogeneity in markets. Recent work addresses unobserved heterogeneity in oil lease auctions and structural identification in oligopoly models. His methods emphasize nonparametric approaches to address econometric challenges in industrial organization.

Kathleen RiachView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Ageing at Work
• Gender and Career Trajectories
• Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
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Kathleen Riach is an Adjunct Professor (Research) in the Department of Management at Monash Business School, Monash University. She is actively engaged in research on ageing at work, gender, identity, and workplace inclusion, with a recent focus on menopause and leadership equity in healthcare. She collaborates widely across institutions and sectors and is involved in PhD supervision. Research Interests: Ageing and employment Gender and career trajectories Workplace menopause support Organizational equality and diversity Emotions, sexuality, and the body at work Qualitative and arts-based methodologies Her research explores how marginalized aspects of identity shape workplace experiences. She has led major projects on advancing women in healthcare leadership and supplier diversity, often using interdisciplinary and innovative methods. Recent Publication Trends: Her recent work centers on menopause in the workplace, gender equity in healthcare leadership, and ageing in professional contexts. Her publications appear in top journals such as Organization Studies , Human Relations , and JAMA Network Open , reflecting interdisciplinary impact across management, sociology, and public health. Scientific Awards: Monash Business School Dean's Award for Research Excellence (2016) Advising and Grants: She is accepting PhD students and has been a Chief Investigator on multiple competitive grants, including NHMRC-funded projects. Notable projects include Advancing Women in Healthcare Leadership and Menopause Information Pack for Organizations (MIPO) , which translates research into practical workplace resources. Labs and Teams: She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at Monash University, the University of Melbourne, and healthcare institutions. She co-leads initiatives like MIPO, which aims to embed menopause support in organizational practice through open-access resources.

• Ethology
• Animal Welfare
• Behavioral Development
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Ruth C. Newberry is a Professor of Ethology in the Department of Animal and Aquacultural Sciences at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU). She holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh and has held research positions at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and Washington State University before joining NMBU in 2013. She is a leading scholar in applied ethology and animal welfare science. Her research focuses on behavioral development, environmental enrichment, play behavior, and the assessment of positive affective states in animals. She has conducted extensive studies on diverse species including pigs, poultry, dogs, cats, goats, grizzly bears, and laboratory rodents. Her work integrates developmental plasticity, behavioral ecology, and welfare science to improve animal well-being in agricultural and captive settings. The trends in her recent publications show a strong emphasis on positive animal welfare, behavioral adaptability, and the long-term impacts of early life experiences. Her research spans from fundamental behavioral mechanisms to applied solutions in commercial farming systems, with a growing focus on human-animal interactions and their mutual benefits. Poultry Science Association's Poultry Welfare Research Award ISAE's Creativity Award Ruth Newberry has supervised numerous graduate students and collaborated widely across institutions. Her research has been supported by grants related to animal welfare assessment, environmental enrichment, and behavioral development. She has contributed to national and international guidelines, including the Canadian Code of Practice for Poultry. She leads current projects on environmental enrichment for broiler chickens, positive emotions in pigs, and behavioral plasticity in dogs. She is actively involved in scientific communities, having served as President of the International Society for Applied Ethology (ISAE) and as an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Animal Science. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in animal husbandry and welfare policy.

Leigh McLeanView profile

Academic

• Teacher Well-Being
• Classroom Observation
• Teacher Instructional Practices
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Dr. Leigh McLean is an Associate Research Professor at the University of Delaware's School of Education and Center for Research on Educational and Social Policy. Her research focuses on teachers' emotions, well-being, and instructional practices, with a focus on early-career educators and STEM teaching. She uses quantitative, mixed-methods, and longitudinal approaches to study classroom dynamics and teacher effectiveness. Education: Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology (Arizona State University, 2015), M.S. in Developmental Psychology (Florida State University, 2012), B.S. in Human Development and Family Sciences (Oregon State University, 2010). Research interests include teacher well-being, classroom observation methodologies, and the impact of professional development on teaching quality. Recent grants include NSF-funded projects exploring mentored teaching experiences and teacher effectiveness. Professional awards include RIISE Fellow (2022) and CLAS Teaching Award Nominee (2020). Grants total over $3.15M, including IES and NSF funding. Her work has been published in Child Development , Teaching and Teacher Education , and featured in EdWeek and The Today Show .

Suzanne McLarenView profile

Professor

• Psychology
• Mental Health
• Gerontology
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Suzanne McLaren is a Professor of Psychology at Charles Sturt University, focusing on aging well, rural and regional mental health, and LGBTQ+ psychosocial well-being. She contributes to the Ageing Well Research Group , Resilience Across the Lifespan Research Group , and Psychosocial Well-being of Rural and Regional Australians Research Group . Her research explores: Self-compassion and trauma responses in healthcare workers Psychosocial determinants of suicide risk in marginalized populations Telehealth accessibility for aging Australians during crises Belonging and mental health disparities in rural LGBTQ+ communities Recent work includes evaluating suicide prevention programs, relocation stress interventions in aged care, and analyzing how internalized stigma impacts depression across gender/sexual identities. She supervises HDR students and co-led projects on paramedic mental health. Key activities include: Chairing research integrity committees until 2024 Developing academic content creation initiatives Advising on ethical research frameworks

Marie-Soleil TremblayView profile

Professor

• Public administration
• Corporate governance
• Auditing
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Marie-Soleil Tremblay is a Full Professor at the National School of Public Administration (ENAP) and a Fellow of the Order of Chartered Accountants (FCPA). She serves as a researcher at the Center for Research on Governance (CERGO) and holds positions on multiple boards of directors including Investissement Québec, BLEUFEU, ENAP, and the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec. Her expertise spans corporate governance, auditing, and public administration reform, with a particular focus on ethical challenges in governance structures. Education: Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Business Administration - Accounting from Laval University, Quebec, Canada Master of Business Administration - Accounting from Laval University, Quebec, Canada Bachelor of Business Administration from School of Advanced Commercial Studies, Montreal, Canada Professor Tremblay specializes in public administration reforms, Quebec public administration, risk analysis and management, financial analysis of governments, financial statements and accounting standards, governance of public enterprises, and integrated auditing. Her research bridges corporate governance theory with practical public sector applications, examining how governance structures can better serve democratic accountability and public interest. She has developed particular expertise in tactical ethics within boardrooms, diversity in governance contexts, and the challenges of modernizing public sector financial controls. Her recent publications reveal a consistent evolution from traditional auditing toward broader considerations of public value creation, sustainability assurance, and the role of governance in addressing social challenges. There's a clear progression in her work examining ethical dilemmas in corporate governance while maintaining accountability, with increasing attention to environmental and social dimensions of governance. Scientific Awards: ENAP Excellence in Teaching Award Professor Tremblay serves as an associate editor for renowned academic journals and regularly advises public and private institutions. She is particularly noted for her practical insights that bridge academic theory with real-world governance challenges, making her a sought-after expert for board positions where financial expertise and governance knowledge are required. She has established herself as a leading voice in Quebec on corporate governance and public sector accountability. As a member of the Center for Research on Governance (CERGO), she contributes to research initiatives focused on public sector governance, administrative reforms, and the evolving challenges facing public institutions in Quebec and Canada. Her work with CERGO supports policy development and governance improvements across multiple sectors through evidence-based research and practical recommendations.

Angela MaddenView profile

Clinical Professor

• Nutrition
• Dietetics
• Clinical Nutrition
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Dr. Angela Madden is a Clinical Professor and Clinical Researcher in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Hertfordshire, where she initiated and led the Nutrition and Dietetics program (2006–2020). She holds a PhD in Nutrition from University College London (UCL). Her research focuses on enhancing health through nutritional interventions, particularly in clinical dietetics and public health, with expertise in liver disease, obesity, and energy expenditure assessment. She is a Fellow of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) and Trustee of its General and Education Trust. Her academic roles include teaching research-informed practices and mentoring over 12 peer-reviewed papers co-authored with students. Key research interests include nutritional assessment tools, energy expenditure prediction, and dietary interventions for chronic conditions like cirrhosis and coeliac disease. She supervises PhD students exploring behavior change in obesity and post-transplant nutrition. Major projects include systematic reviews on gallstone disease management and resting energy expenditure in children. She has contributed to national guidelines, such as improved height prediction equations for ethnically diverse populations. Awards include BDA Fellowships and collaborative grants from NIHR and the MRC.

Joy J GengView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Attention
• Perception
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Professor Joy J. Geng is a faculty member at the University of California, Davis, where she leads the Integrated Attention Lab. Her research focuses on understanding how goal-directed and sensory-driven information interact to shape perception, with a particular emphasis on attentional control mechanisms. She employs neuroimaging (fMRI), eye-tracking, and electrophysiological techniques to study neural and cognitive processes underlying attentional selection and distractor suppression. Dr. Geng holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.A. in Psychology from Cornell University. She teaches courses in Cognitive Neuroscience, Perception, and Current Research in Psychology. Her work has been supported by grants, including a James S. McDonnell Foundation grant for studying memory and attention in virtual reality. Her lab investigates how behavioral goals and prior experiences influence attentional priorities, using methodologies such as virtual reality, EEG/ERP, and collaborations with TMS and pharmacology studies. Recent advancements include exploring multisensory integration, task-adaptive target templates, and distraction mitigation strategies. The lab maintains a supportive environment highlighted in its lab manual and has produced notable alumni across academia and industry. Dr. Geng advises numerous graduate and undergraduate students, many of whom have pursued postdoctoral research or faculty positions. Her contributions to the field include pioneering studies on attentional suppression, template adaptation, and the neural underpinnings of visual search efficiency.

• Organizational Behavior
• Leadership
• Entrepreneurship
• +10 more

Dr. Ye Li is a Lecturer in the Department of Business Management at the University of Aberdeen Business School, where he joined in February 2025. He holds a PhD in Management from Guanghua School of Management, Peking University, and was previously an Assistant Professor (Research) at Nanjing University. His academic journey includes a visiting scholar position at Columbia Business School through the Chazen Institute. PhD in Management, Guanghua School of Management, Peking University Visiting Scholar, Columbia Business School, Columbia University Assistant Professor (Research), Nanjing University Lecturer, University of Aberdeen Business School (2025–present) Trained in Social Psychology and Organizational Behavior, Dr. Li's research adopts an integrative, multilevel approach to explore leadership, entrepreneurship, ethics, and career development. His work combines quantitative methods—such as surveys, experiments, and secondary data analysis—with qualitative techniques including interviews and case studies. He focuses on the paradoxical effects of leadership styles, ethical decision-making, entrepreneurial mindsets, and career transitions in both regular and crisis contexts. Although no publications are listed in the provided text, Dr. Li’s research agenda is highly active and interdisciplinary, supported by multiple competitive grants. His work spans organizational psychology, management theory, and behavioral ethics, with a strong emphasis on methodological rigor and narrative coherence in academic writing. Dr. Li has received several honors, including: Peking University Excellent Graduate Chazen Institute Visiting Scholar at Columbia Business School DuXia Teaching Excellence Award, Nanjing University Excellent Class Mentorship, Nanjing University High-level Innovative and Entrepreneurial Talents Award, Jiangsu Province He has been Principal or Co-Investigator on multiple funded research projects from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Ministry of Education, and National Social Science Foundation. These grants support his investigations into perspective-taking, servant leadership, ethical voice, and entrepreneurial leadership. Dr. Li is actively accepting PhD students in Business Management and encourages collaborations with international scholars and students on funding applications and paper development. He teaches courses such as Organizational Behavior, International Leadership, and Principles of Management in both English and bilingual formats. While no specific lab or research team is named, Dr. Li is affiliated with the Business School’s research ecosystem at Aberdeen and has contributed to centers and thematic research areas such as sustainability and organizational ethics. His interdisciplinary orientation and methodological versatility position him as a collaborative and dynamic academic presence.

Jalal KazempourView profile

Professor

• Energy Markets
• Power Systems
• Renewable Energy Integration
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Jalal Kazempour is a Full Professor at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in the Department of Wind and Energy Systems (DTU Wind), where he leads the Energy Markets and Analytics (EMA) section and serves as Head of Studies for the MSc program in Sustainable Energy Systems. He is an Associate Editor for Operations Research and a Senior Member of both IEEE and INFORMS, and he contributes to EU energy policy through ACER’s Expert Group on Flexibility Needs Assessment. His research lies at the intersection of optimization, game theory, control, and machine learning, focusing on data-driven approaches for modern power systems with high renewable penetration. He investigates market design, grid services, and coordination mechanisms for integrated energy systems involving electricity, hydrogen, natural gas, and district heating, aiming to improve system efficiency and decision-making. Recent publications highlight trends in privacy-preserving optimization, bidding strategies for wind and hydrogen, flexibility aggregation, and market clearing in coupled energy systems, reflecting a strong emphasis on stochastic and robust optimization, machine learning, and real-world applicability in energy markets. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award of IEEE SmartGridComm 2023 Best Paper Award of IEEE Transactions on Power Systems (2019–2021) Best Teacher Award, DTU Electrical Engineering Department (2019) IEEE Senior Member (2018) INFORMS Senior Member (2025) Outstanding Editor, International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems (2017) Advising and Grants: He supervises multiple PhD students across projects on power-to-X, virtual power plants, and AI for market design. He has secured major funding, including a 9.5 million DKK EUDP grant for privacy-preserving data sharing and an Industrial PhD project with Energinet funded by Innovation Fund Denmark. Labs and Teams: He founded and leads the Energy Markets and Analytics (EMA) section at DTU, formerly known as the Energy Analytics and Markets (ELMA) group, which hosts over 10 researchers and organizes the annual DTU PES Summer School.

Per BækgaardView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• User Experience
• Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence
• +7 more

Per Bækgaard is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in Cognitive Systems. He serves as Head of Study for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence, leading research in human-computer interaction, user experience, eye tracking, and cognitive neuroscience. His work bridges AI and human cognition to create systems that enhance daily life and support meaningful tasks. PhD, MSc EE, Technical University of Denmark His research interests center on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) , User Experience , and Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence , with strong emphasis on Eye Tracking , Cognitive Neuroscience , and Digital Media . He explores how digital systems can adapt to users’ cognitive states using physiological signals like pupil dilation and gaze patterns, aiming to improve learning, health, and decision-making. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals in health and education. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in integrating eye tracking and pupillometry with AI-driven adaptive systems , particularly in education and healthcare. Themes include generative AI in learning , trustworthy AI in supply chains , and digital micro-interventions for mental health . The interdisciplinary nature spans computer science, psychology, and biomedical engineering, showcasing a cohesive focus on human-centered technology evaluation. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award, 26 Jun 2020 – for contributions to gaze interaction research Per Bækgaard actively supervises PhD students and leads multiple research projects, including those involving generative AI in education , digital phenotyping , and AI in nursing and mental health . He is the main supervisor for several PhD projects and a co-supervisor or examiner in others, demonstrating a strong commitment to academic mentoring. His grant involvement includes projects funded by DTU and collaborative research initiatives in digital health and AI. He is part of the Cognitive Systems group at DTU, contributing to interdisciplinary research in AI, neuroscience, and human factors. His team collaborates on projects involving real-time physiological monitoring, adaptive interfaces, and AI-mediated learning systems, positioning him at the forefront of human-centered AI research in Scandinavia.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Health
• Rural Resilience
• +12 more

Hilary Davis is a Senior Research Fellow at Swinburne University of Technology, affiliated with the School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship and the Centre for Social Impact. She leads the Place-based Economies and Approaches research stream, focusing on digital technologies for social impact, particularly in health, rural resilience, and inclusive community development. Her research interests span Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) , digital health , rural mental health services , participatory design , and community resilience . She emphasizes co-design with marginalized groups and the use of digital storytelling to empower communities. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 3 (Good Health) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). Hilary’s recent publications (2023–2025) explore digital interventions for internet addiction in children, aged care technologies, bushfire early warning systems, and participatory planning for sustainable development. These works reflect a strong trend toward community-led innovation , behavior change design , and technology for social equity . Special Award (for More Than Human Food Futures Cookbook), UMEA Food Symposium 2022 Hilary actively supervises PhD students and has led major research grants from the Australian Research Council (ARC), Department of Health, and community organizations. Her projects include evaluations of mental health outreach programs, digital health interventions (e.g., VerilyConnect), and national educational initiatives like the ELLA language app program. She is a member of the Australian Evaluation Society (AES) and the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), and serves on program committees for international HCI conferences. She leads the SMART (Small Rural Health Services Team) network, which supports rural health innovation through digital storytelling and co-design. Her work bridges academia and community practice, fostering sustainable, equitable, and resilient solutions.

• Food Systems
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• +6 more

V. Linderhof is a researcher at Wageningen Economic Research , focusing on biodiversity conservation, food systems transformation, and environmental policy analysis. Active in EU-funded projects like NEXOGENESIS and MINDVAL, they combine spatial modeling, socioeconomic data, and nature-based solutions to address global sustainability challenges. Current projects: Stewardship Economy, Climate-Resilient Food Systems, Nitrogen Reduction Policy Evaluation Research domains: Environment & Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Urban Food Security Their recent work examines biodiversity-water-food-energy-climate nexus dynamics, circular economy strategies, and dietary equity through system dynamics and geospatial approaches. Key contributions include frameworks for policy effectiveness assessment and participatory modeling in Sub-Saharan Africa. Publications reflect interdisciplinary methodological innovations spanning: Machine learning for environmental uncertainty analysis Mobile data collection in urban Uganda Nature-based adaptation pathways Economic valuation of biodiversity Policy integration frameworks As a lead project coordinator, Linderhof bridges academic research with practical implementation through: Collaborative workshops with stakeholders Interactive policy simulation tools Media engagement on biodiversity challenges Open-access dataset development (e.g., SIM4NEXUS baseline data)

Daniel FürstenauView profile

Professor

• Digital Transformation
• IT Infrastructures
• Digital Platforms
• +12 more

Daniel Fürstenau is a Professor of Business Administration with a focus on IT Management and Digital Transformation at Freie Universität Berlin’s School of Business & Economics, and is affiliated with the Einstein Center Digital Future (ECDF). He also holds positions as Researcher at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin and previously served as Associate Professor at IT University Copenhagen and Assistant Professor at Copenhagen Business School. He earned his doctorate from Freie Universität Berlin in 2014 and completed postdoctoral research with affiliations at UC San Diego, Copenhagen Business School, and the University of British Columbia. His academic journey is complemented by professional experience as a consultant at BOC Information Technology Consulting, where he guided digital transformation in banking and public sectors. Fürstenau’s research centers on digital transformation, IT infrastructures, and digital platforms, with a strong emphasis on healthcare applications. He investigates how digital systems influence organizational structures, innovation, and patient care, using methods such as network analysis and simulation. His work spans AI in nursing, digital therapeutics, health data governance, and low-code development. He leads interdisciplinary projects involving Charité and ECDF, focusing on digital health ecosystems and fall prevention using AI. His recent publications reflect a trend toward interdisciplinary digital health research, with a focus on AI, data platforms, governance, and sustainability. He frequently publishes in top-tier journals such as Information Systems Research , Journal of Management Information Systems , and Business & Information Systems Engineering . 2020 Best Paper Award, Academy of Management (OCIS) Best Associate Editor, International Conference on Information Systems (Healthcare track) Spokesperson, Division Digital Health, Gesellschaft für Informatik Cluster Spokesperson (since 2024) Member, Association for Information Systems (AIS) Fürstenau leads a research team of assistants based at FU Berlin and Charité, and is involved in major projects like DIPA-SCALE, CCA, and SoKIP. He is committed to socially relevant research with impact on medical care and financial systems. His leadership at ECDF underscores his role in shaping digital future research in Berlin.