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Tiina PaloniittyView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Law
• Sustainability Law
• EU Environmental Law
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Tiina Paloniitty is Associate Professor of Environmental and Sustainability Law at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Law (Vaasa unit) and Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS). She serves as Chair of the Board of the IUCN Academy of Environmental Law, member of the Journal of Environmental Law's Editorial Board, and member of the Finnish Nature Panel. Her academic work bridges environmental science and law with particular focus on aquatic and terrestrial biodiversity governance. Dr. Paloniitty's research interests center on the complex interplay between environmental science and legal frameworks. She specializes in EU environmental law, sustainability transitions, water governance, biodiversity protection, and the regulation of emerging environmental challenges like carbon capture and utilization. Her work critically examines how legal systems can effectively incorporate scientific knowledge while addressing uncertainties in environmental decision-making. She has made significant contributions to understanding the implementation of the Water Framework Directive, agricultural runoff regulation, and the role of procedural rights in environmental governance. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on the legal dimensions of sustainability transitions, particularly examining carbon capture and utilization value chains within EU climate law frameworks. She has pioneered research on how scientific uncertainty affects judicial review of environmental decisions, with notable work on the Habitats Directive implementation across EU member states. Her scholarship demonstrates increasing attention to systemic approaches that integrate climate, biodiversity, and water governance frameworks. Vuoden väittelijä 2018 (2019) Dr. Paloniitty actively supervises six doctoral researchers and teaches national environmental law at the Vaasa unit and sustainability law at both Helsinki and Vaasa units. She leads the sustainability law research seminar and has secured significant research funding, including Business Finland projects Bio-CCU (2022-2024) and Circular Economy of Water in Industrial Processes (2021-2023). Her research collaborations span multiple disciplines and institutions, reflecting her commitment to transdisciplinary approaches to environmental governance challenges. Dr. Paloniitty plays leadership roles in several research communities, including the Finnish Nature Panel (2024-2027) and the IUCN Academy of Environmental Law. Her work with the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS) positions her at the intersection of cutting-edge sustainability research and legal scholarship, where she contributes to developing practical legal frameworks for Finland's transition to a carbon-neutral welfare state.

Diego Rodriguez-PinzonView profile

Lecturer

• International Human Rights Law
• Humanitarian Law
• International Organizations
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Diego Rodriguez-Pinzon serves as Professorial Lecturer in Residence and Co-Director of the Academy on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law at American University Washington College of Law (WCL), where he also co-directs the LLM in International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law. His academic appointments include teaching international law and human rights law courses. His educational background includes a J.D. from Universidad de los Andes School of Law (1989), LL.M. from American University Washington College of Law (1994), and S.J.D. from George Washington University School of Law (2002). Rodriguez-Pinzon specializes in the Inter-American Human Rights System , with research focusing on torture prohibition mechanisms, precautionary measures implementation, and evolving frameworks for protecting vulnerable populations. His work examines the intersection of international human rights conventions with emerging challenges like pandemic treaties and elder rights protection. Through extensive analysis of landmark cases and system procedures, he contributes to understanding how regional mechanisms advance human rights accountability. His publication analysis reveals consistent engagement with Structural evolution of the Inter-American Commission Preventive protection mechanisms Treaty interpretation challenges Specialized rights frameworks for vulnerable groups Implementation gaps in state compliance Comparative regional human rights approaches Professional highlights include service as: Member of the United Nations Committee against Torture (2018-2021) Ad Hoc Judge at the Inter-American Court on Human Rights (2007-2011) Correspondent for Butterworths Human Rights Cases covering the Americas International legal consultant for IADB and OAS Staff attorney at the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights Rodriguez-Pinzon's advisory work extends to institutional development through his role directing WCL's Academy on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, which trains practitioners in system navigation. His consultancy with multilateral institutions focuses on translating human rights standards into operational frameworks, particularly regarding precautionary measures implementation and treaty compliance monitoring across the Americas.

• Science and Technology Policy
• Sociology of Science
• Metascience
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Dr. Josie Coburn is a Research Fellow at the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU) within the University of Sussex Business School. With an interdisciplinary background spanning science and technology policy, sociology of science, and information systems, she contributes significantly to understanding how scientific research is funded, organized, evaluated, and directed toward societal needs across multiple domains including health and biomedicine, energy and sustainability, and AI and ICTs. Her educational journey at the University of Sussex includes a PhD in Science and Technology Policy Studies (2018-2024), an MSc in Public Policies for Science, Technology and Innovation (2006-2007), an MSc in Evolutionary and Adaptive Systems (2003-2004), and a BA in Artificial Intelligence (1998-2001). Prior to her academic career, she accumulated four years of professional experience as an Analyst Programmer and Systems Analyst in ICT firms, providing practical industry perspective to her academic work. Dr. Coburn's research portfolio centers on metascience (the science of science), examining research directionality, evolution, and the dynamics of how research changes course through mechanisms like serendipity and failures. She is particularly recognized for her expertise in Multicriteria Mapping (MCM), a hybrid quantitative-qualitative methodology she regularly teaches and applies to open up complex decision-making processes in science, technology, and innovation policy. Her current projects include the ERC-funded JustWind4All initiative appraising sustainable and just wind energy implementation, and a UKRI Metascience Unit project assessing novelty in research. Previous significant work includes the ERC-funded SIRI project on serendipity in research, an EBNet project examining environmental biotechnology from social science perspectives, and a multi-country study on diagnostics for antimicrobial resistance. Her publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to high-impact journals in science policy, with recurring themes of research targeting, knowledge spillovers, and evaluation methodologies. The most recent work shows increasing focus on practical applications of metascience to pressing societal challenges in energy transition and health innovation. As an educator, Dr. Coburn has served as an Associate Tutor at SPRU since 2012, teaching Information Systems (2012-2014) and Multicriteria Mapping in various courses since 2017. She has provided specialized MCM training to policy practitioners and researchers, and serves as a reviewer for leading journals including Research Policy and Social Science and Medicine. Her professional engagement includes regular participation in the Eu-SPRI conference series and other scholarly activities that bridge academic research with policy application.

Allan FelsotView profile

Professor

• Environmental Chemistry
• Pesticide Toxicology
• Agricultural Biotechnology
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Dr. Allan Felsot is a Professor and Extension Specialist at Washington State University's Department of Entomology, within the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences. His work bridges academia and public service, focusing on pesticide risk assessment, environmental chemistry, and integrated pest management. He holds a Ph.D. in Entomology from Iowa State University (1978), an M.S. from the University of Florida (1974), and a B.S. in Biology from Tulane University (1972). Research interests span probabilistic risk modeling, pesticide drift mitigation, biotechnology hazard assessments, and toxicology. He advises governmental agencies on pesticide safety and trains applicators. His teaching includes courses like BIOLOGY 420: Plant Physiology and ENTOM 343: General Entomology , emphasizing ecological and technological dimensions of pest management. Recent publications address pesticide residues in cannabis, pollinator health, and water quality in Malawi. He advocates evidence-based approaches to agricultural biotechnology and critiques precautionary principle applications. His extension work includes developing buffer zone standards and communicating safe pesticide practices. Labs/teams: Collaborates with WSU Tri-Cities and state agencies on field studies. Active in professional societies and policy consultations.

Liz FisherView profile

Professor

• Environmental Law
• Administrative Law
• Legal Reasoning
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Liz Fisher is Professor of Environmental Law at the Faculty of Law, Corpus Christi College, University of Oxford. Her research explores legal reasoning frameworks in public administration and environmental governance, with expertise spanning administrative constitutionalism, risk regulation, and EU environmental law. Major research areas include: Administrative competence and regulatory governance Climate change law and public law frameworks Interplay between science, expertise and legal decision-making Environmental law scholarship methodologies Precautionary principle implementation Her award-winning publications include 'Administrative Competence: Reimagining Administrative Law' (co-winner of ABA Scholarship Award 2021) and 'Risk Regulation and Administrative Constitutionalism' (winner of SLS Peter Birks Prize 2008). Fisher currently serves as General Editor of the Oxford Journal of Legal Studies and recently completed a decade as General Editor of the Journal of Environmental Law. Her Leverhulme-funded project (2022-25) investigates legal imagination in environmental law, examining how legal concepts shape responses to ecological challenges. Fisher has held leadership roles including Vice Dean of the Law Faculty and teaches administrative law, EU law, and environmental law.

Charles FosterView profile

Visiting Professor

• Medical Law
• Bioethics
• Legal Anthropology
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Charles Foster is a Visiting Professor at the University of Oxford’s Law Faculty, a Senior Research Associate at the Oxford Uehiro Centre for Practical Ethics (Faculty of Philosophy), and a Research Associate at the Ethox Centre (Nuffield Department of Public Health). He holds affiliations with the Health, Law and Emerging Technologies Centre (HeLEX) and the Oxford Human Rights Hub. Additionally, he serves as a part-time judge in the Crown and County Courts and is a Senior Supernumerary Fellow at Exeter College. His PhD from the University of Cambridge focused on legal approaches to autonomy and dignity in medical decision-making. His research explores legal anthropology, integrating insights from biology, moral philosophy, epistemology, neuroethics, and theology to inform medical law and ethics. Key themes include human identity, autonomy limitations, dignity’s role in law, and intuition-driven moral reasoning. He has contributed to landmark cases involving assisted dying, medical treatment withdrawal, and clinical negligence. Foster’s academic collaborations span global scholars, and he authored over 14 books, including *Human Dignity in Bioethics and Law* and *Medical Law: A Very Short Introduction*. His non-academic works, like *Being a Beast*, blend narrative and philosophical inquiry into human-animal relations, earning accolades such as the IgNobel Prize and Baillie Gifford longlisting. He advises doctoral students in medical ethics and law, with current research focusing on relational personhood and edge notions in legal contexts. His awards include the IgNobel Prize (2016), Deux Millions d’Amis Literary Prize, and recognition as a leading practitioner in medical law. His work influences judicial decisions, exemplified by citations in UK Court of Appeal rulings.

• Economics
• Finance
• Household Behavior
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dr. Peter van Santen is an Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business, affiliated with the Department of Economics, Econometrics and Finance. He specializes in household behavior, finance, and pension systems. His work addresses topics such as credit markets, precautionary saving, and anti-money laundering policy. Contact: +31 50 36 37018 or p.c.van.santen@rug.nl. Education: PhD in Economics (2013), University of Groningen, SOM Research School Research Interests: Household financial decisions, pension wealth dynamics, consumer credit behavior, and policy analysis. His work bridges microeconomic theory with real-world applications, particularly in addressing how uncertainty (e.g., pension income volatility) influences savings patterns and policy design. Research Trends: Recent work focuses on the intersection of household finance and policy, including the impact of pension systems on savings behavior and the economic modeling of financial crime. His 2022 study on credit scarcity and consumer choices highlights behavioral economics principles, while earlier works (2013–2015) analyze pension wealth displacement effects and money laundering mechanisms. Advising & Grants: No formal advisees listed. Collaborations include co-authorship with researchers like McCarthy (money laundering) and Alessie (SHARELIFE studies). His thesis (2013) forms the foundation of his empirical work on precautionary saving. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the SOM Research School, contributing to economics and econometrics research initiatives.

• Environmental Law
• Climate Change Litigation
• Law-Science Interface
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Dr. Laura Schuijers is a Lecturer at Sydney Law School, University of Sydney, specializing in the intersection of environmental science and legal frameworks. Her research focuses on climate change litigation, ecological risk management, and the application of environmental laws in policy contexts. Research Focus: Schuijers investigates judicial responses to climate science, forest conservation litigation, and regulatory challenges in environmental decision-making. Her work emphasizes the role of courts in enforcing ecological protections. Publications Insight: Recent articles analyze the precautionary principle in Australian law, landmark climate litigation cases, and legal strategies for biodiversity conservation. Her scholarship bridges scientific evidence with jurisprudential innovation.

• Environmental Law
• EU Chemicals Regulation
• Circular Economy
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Joonas Alaranta is a Part-Time Lecturer at the Law School within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies at the University of Eastern Finland. His research focuses on environmental law, EU chemicals regulation, and circular economy policies. He holds a PhD in Social Sciences (2018) from the University of Eastern Finland, with a dissertation exploring regulatory frameworks for hazardous substances under the REACH Regulation. Alaranta’s work emphasizes balancing socio-economic factors with environmental and health risks in material cycles. His recent publications address topics like the safe-and-sustainable-by-design (SSbD) concept, regulatory catalysts for circular economies, and the integration of precautionary principles into EU waste and chemical laws. He collaborates with institutions like the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Center for Climate Change, Energy and Environmental Law (CCEEL). His research trends highlight legal harmonization between EU directives, the role of socio-economic analysis in risk assessment, and the transition to sustainable material systems. Alaranta advocates for policy frameworks that prioritize both ecological safety and economic viability, often critiquing gaps in existing regulations while proposing innovative solutions. Alaranta is affiliated with the CCEEL research group, focusing on climate change, energy, and environmental law. His work bridges legal scholarship with practical policy advice, aiming to advance sustainable development goals through rigorous regulatory analysis.

• Fisheries Management
• Socio-Ecological Systems
• Marine Spatial Planning
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Dr. Marloes Kraan is a researcher at Wageningen University & Research specializing in Blue & Green Economy . She focuses on Fisheries Management , Socio-Ecological Systems , and Behavioral Economics with over 132 research outputs. Active in North Sea and Wadden Sea research Collaborates with European Commission , ICES , and MEESO projects Develops Policy Frameworks for sustainable fishing Her scientific contributions include: Mapping fishing communities across marine ecoregions Implementing selective fishing gear through behavioral incentives Advancing knowledge co-creation with stakeholders Building marine spatial planning models for offshore wind farms Dr. Kraan leads critical projects like: MEESO : Mesopelagic fisheries viability assessment CoBren : Blue renewable energy collaboration Fish Discards : Behavioral impact studies She contributes to policy debates through media appearances and expert commentary.

• Urban Planning
• Rail Sector
• Administrative Law
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Antonio Jesús Alonso Timón is an Associate Professor at the ICADE - Faculty of Law of the Pontifical University of Comillas. He holds roles as Coordinator of the Administrative Law Area and Director of the Center for Legal Innovation (CID-ICADE). He has 25 years of experience in teaching at undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate levels, focusing on subjects like administrative litigation, urban law, and public policy. He earned his Doctorate in Law from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid. His research interests span Urban Planning, Rail Sector Regulation, Administrative Law, and Regulated Sectors. He has authored over 100 publications, including articles on urban policy, pandemic governance, and digital transformation in public administration. Key professional milestones include directing the Master’s program in Access to Law (2016–2021) and leading CID-ICADE since 2021. His certifications include Sexenio de Investigación (2008–2020) and multiple ACAP academic credentials. His recent work emphasizes digital governance, pandemic legal frameworks, and regulatory modernization in sectors like transport and healthcare. His articles critically address urban policy reforms, administrative mediation, and EU digital strategies.

Kerry HowellView profile

Professor

• Deep-Sea Ecology
• Marine Conservation
• Habitat Mapping
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Professor Kerry Howell is a globally recognized expert in deep-sea ecology and conservation, leading the Deep Sea Conservation Unit at the University of Plymouth. She holds a faculty position in the School of Biological and Marine Sciences (Faculty of Science and Engineering) and specializes in habitat mapping, marine protected areas, and sustainable management of deep-sea resources. Her work has influenced policies such as the EU’s ban on deep-sea bottom trawling and the UK’s habitat classification systems. PhD: Background in marine biology with early career roles in taxonomic research and policy advising. Leadership: Co-coordinates Challenger 150 , a global initiative aligning with the UN Ocean Decade, and co-leads the £20M UKRI GCRF One Ocean Hub. Research Themes: Combines AI-driven ecological analysis with international collaboration to address deep-sea biodiversity challenges. Key achievements include the creation of Tristan da Cunha’s 687,247 km² Marine Protection Zone and pioneering studies on deep-sea sponge-derived antibiotics. Her research emphasizes bridging science and policy for equitable ocean governance. Advising: Supervised over 10 PhD/ResM students focusing on deep-sea ecology, larval dispersal, and marine spatial planning. Grants include multi-million-pound projects under the One Ocean Hub and EU H2020 Mission Atlantic. Labs/Teams: Active in the Marine Conservation Research Group and collaborates internationally through networks like the Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative (DOSI).

• Climate Ethics
• Global Justice
• Intergenerational Justice
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Dominic Roser is a Senior Lecturer and Senior Researcher at the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, affiliated with the Interdisciplinary Institute of Ethics and Human Rights and the Department of Geosciences. He holds a background in philosophy and economics, focusing on interdisciplinary research addressing climate ethics, global justice, intergenerational equity, and human rights. His work bridges theoretical philosophy with practical policy analysis, emphasizing ethical frameworks for climate action and sustainable development. Research Interests: Roser’s work spans climate ethics, intergenerational justice, global justice, human rights, and non-ideal theory. He explores how ethical principles inform economic policy, business practices, and environmental governance. Recent projects include effective altruism’s intersection with religion, the moral dimensions of climate risk, and the normative foundations of economic systems. Key Themes in Articles: His publications analyze climate justice, distributive ethics, and the feasibility of ethical climate policies under real-world constraints. He critiques discount rates in climate economics and advocates for precautionary approaches rooted in human rights frameworks. His interdisciplinary lens integrates philosophy, environmental science, and economics to address systemic global challenges. Grants and Outreach: Roser has contributed to commissioned studies for the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment and ICT Switzerland, focusing on intergenerational justice and economic impacts of climate policies. He actively engages with policy communities and civil society, serving as a board member of Christians for Impact . Affiliations: In addition to his academic roles, Roser is part of the University of Fribourg’s interdisciplinary initiatives in environmental humanities and ethics. His work is reflected in his LinkedIn and Twitter profiles, and he maintains an ORCID profile (0000-0002-9427-105X).

Rupert ReadView profile

Associate Professor

• Wittgensteinian Philosophy
• Eco-philosophy
• Political Philosophy
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Rupert Read is an Emeritus Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of East Anglia (UEA). He holds affiliations with the Philosophy Department, the Wittgenstein Research Group, and the ClimateUEA initiative. His academic journey includes a PhD from Rutgers University and prior roles at Manchester University and the Wittgenstein Workshop. He has been a Green Party councillor, spokesperson for Extinction Rebellion, and co-founder of the Climate Majority Party. Education: BA (First Class) in Philosophy, Politics & Economics from Balliol College, Oxford; PhD from Rutgers University; Advanced Certificate in Higher Education Practice from UEA. Research focuses on Wittgensteinian philosophy, ecological ethics, and critiques of political liberalism. Key interests include applying Wittgenstein to science, ecology, and film. Major publications include The New Wittgenstein and Climate Majority Project: Setting the Stage . Rupert’s work bridges academia and activism, addressing climate crisis through philosophy and policy. Recent articles explore climate ethics, scientism, and intergenerational justice. His awards include AHRC funding and recognition for public philosophy.

• Economic Theory
• Environmental Policy
• Sustainable Development
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Neil Perry is an Associate Professor in the School of Business at Western Sydney University, specializing in Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy from La Trobe University. His research focuses on sustainable development goals, particularly in housing policy, environmental economics, and cooperative housing models. Perry has contributed to over 29 publications and led 9 research projects, including the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan and studies on urban tax equity. He has been recognized with the Excellence in Research Leadership & Development award (2024). His work bridges economic theory with practical solutions for environmental and social challenges, such as climate adaptation and equitable housing solutions in Western Sydney. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, La Trobe University Research Interests: Economic Theory and Policy Housing Cooperatives and Urban Development Climate Change Mitigation Sustainable Urban Planning Environmental Conservation Strategies His projects emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to address regional disparities in taxation, housing scarcity, and ecological restoration. Grants & Projects: Leading the $1.7M Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan (2021–2026) Cost-Benefit Analysis Training funded by Infrastructure Australia Analysis of Hunter Region Economic Profile post-coal mining Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the School of Business sustainability research group and interdisciplinary teams in urban policy and environmental economics.