Rense Corten is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Utrecht University's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. His work focuses on trust, cooperation, and social networks in contexts like the sharing economy, online criminal networks, and digital society. He holds a PhD in Social Sciences (2009) and MSc in Sociology (2004), both from Utrecht University. Key research areas include computational social sciences, experimental sociology, and the governance of digital systems. He has held academic positions since 2009, including a visiting scholar at Stanford University (2010–2011) and leadership roles in projects like the NWO Vidi grant-funded study on trust in the sharing economy. His research explores how social networks influence behavior in contexts such as peer-to-peer markets, social media, and citizen collectives. Notable contributions include studies on reputation systems in cryptomarkets and the role of social cohesion in care initiatives. Awards include the NWO Vidi grant (2016). He is affiliated with research groups like the Dynamics of Youth (DoY) and the Utrecht Platform for Applied Data Science.
Professor Michael Levi is a distinguished academic at Cardiff University's School of Social Sciences, where he holds the position of Professor. He has established an international reputation for excellence in both fundamental and policy-oriented research on money laundering, corruption, cybercrimes, fraud, transnational organised crime and white-collar crimes. Professor Levi's research spans multiple critical areas in criminology, with particular expertise in financial crimes and their societal impacts. His work bridges academic theory with practical policy applications, making significant contributions to both scholarly understanding and real-world crime prevention strategies. He has played an advisory role both internationally (with the European Commission and Parliament, Europol, Council of Europe, UN and World Economic Forum) and nationally (with the UK Home Office and Cabinet Office, and with the Crime Statistics Advisory Committee). His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent engagement with evolving crime patterns, particularly in the digital realm. Recent work shows a strong focus on cybercrime networks, fraud during pandemics, money laundering mechanisms, and the organizational structures of white-collar and corporate crime. His research often employs interdisciplinary approaches, integrating insights from criminology, economics, sociology, and public health perspectives to develop comprehensive understandings of complex financial crimes. Lifetime achievement award from the British Society of Criminology Lifetime achievement award from the European Society of Criminology Lifetime achievement award from the American Society of Criminology Lifetime Tackling Economic Crime Award Al Thani Rule of Law Committee/UNODC Corruption Research and Education prize Professor Levi is available for postgraduate supervision and has contributed significantly to policy development through his advisory roles with major international and national organizations. His research has been instrumental in shaping anti-fraud strategies, money laundering controls, and approaches to combating organized economic crime. He has led numerous research projects examining the economic, financial, and social impacts of organized crime, particularly within the European Union context.
Dr Azhdar Karami is a Senior Lecturer in Strategy and Management at the Bangor Business School, Bangor University. With a PhD in Strategic Management, he has taught at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels since 1991, including roles at the University of Bradford and overseas institutions. Current responsibilities include modules like Principles of Business Management and Contemporary Issues in Management . External examiner for PhD programs at institutions including University of East London, University of Manchester, and Gomal University. Moderator for MBA programs in Singapore and Sri Lanka. Research Interests focus on strategic management, SME innovation, green entrepreneurship, and social media's impact on business performance. Recent studies analyze terrorism's economic effects, green entrepreneurship barriers, and nature-sustainability connections in environmental organizations. Published in journals like Computers in Human Behavior (ABS 3*), International Journal of Forecasting (ABS 3*), and Business Strategy and the Environment (ABS 3*). Professional memberships include the British Academy of Management , Institute for Small Business and Entrepreneurship , and editorial board roles.
Dr. Stefan Walzel is a researcher at the Institute of Sport Economics and Sport Management (Section Sports Business Administration) at German Sport University Cologne. With a PhD in Sport Science (2010) and a diploma in Sport Economics, he focuses on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in sports, commercialization impacts, and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) . His work intersects sport studies , organizational ethics , and sustainability frameworks . PhD in Sport Science (German Sport University Cologne, 2010) Diploma in Sport Economics (German Sport University Cologne, 2005) Student exchange at Victoria University of Technology (Melbourne, 2004-2005) Studies in Business Administration (Distance Learning University Hagen, Humboldt University Berlin, 1997-2002) His research explores CSR implementation in sports, governance practices, and sustainability challenges in major sporting events. Projects include CSR-Score Card and co-hosting event sustainability analysis , with findings published in journals and anthologies. Recent works address ethical sponsorship strategies and SDG alignment. Notable scientific awards include the EASM Distinguished Service Award (2022) . He serves on editorial boards and academic councils, with over 74 publications and 8 projects. Collaborations span researchers like Sebastian Uhrich, Kirstin Hallmann, and Christoph Breuer. He actively contributes to international sports policy discussions and industry knowledge transfer.
Francisco C. Santos is a Full Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), University of Lisbon, and currently serves as Vice-President of the Portuguese Science Foundation (FCT). He holds a PhD in Computer Science from Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Belgium, where he was a Marie Curie Fellow. His research spans computer science, evolutionary biology, economics, and physics, focusing on cooperation dynamics, environmental governance, network science, and AI's societal impact. He leads the GAIPS and ATP research groups at INESC-ID, Lisbon. Education PhD in Computer Science, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Belgium (Marie Curie Fellowship) FNRS Senior Researcher at ULB's Machine Learning Group Research Interests His work bridges AI, complex systems, and social dynamics. Key areas include: - Evolution of cooperation and social norms - Climate governance and collective-risk dilemmas - Network science and urban planning - Machine learning and robotics applications Awards Young Scientist Award (German Physical Society) CGD/ULisbon Prize in Computer Science AAAI Blue Sky Award IST Teaching Excellence Awards (multiple) Advising & Grants Supervised over 30 PhD and MSc students, many of whom have gone on to prestigious postdocs and academic roles. Co-headed research groups and led projects funded by FCT-Portugal and EU initiatives. Labs & Teams Leads the Group of Artificial Intelligence for People and Society (GAIPS) and the ATP interdisciplinary group at INESC-ID. Collaborates internationally on AI ethics and environmental policy.
Javier Ignacio Carbo Rubiera is an Associate Professor in Computer Science and Engineering at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, affiliated with the Applied Artificial Intelligence Group. His research explores privacy-aware intelligent systems, trust modeling, and multi-agent coordination. Recent work focuses on developing EU law-compliant privacy frameworks for transportation systems and emergency response coordination. His publications demonstrate innovative approaches to decentralized service aggregation in trust-based networks.
Prof. Dr. Martin Kloyer leads the Chair of Organisation, Human Resource Management and Innovation Management at the Faculty of Law and Economics, University of Greifswald. His research focuses on organizational structures, innovation networks, and trust dynamics in interorganizational relations. Department: Chair of Organisation, Human Resource Management and Innovation Management Contact: Room 322, Friedrich-Loeffler-Str. 70, Greifswald | kloyerm@uni-greifswald.de Research interests include: Trust and control mechanisms in R&D collaborations Contractual design for innovation partnerships Competency development in organizational networks Franchising network management Technology lifecycle management Selected publications span 2001–2024, covering topics like interorganizational trust, R&D contracting, and franchising networks. No explicit awards or student advisement details appear in available texts.
Giorgio Mion is an Associate Professor of Business Administration at the University of Verona's Department of Management since 2011. He holds roles including Director of the post-lauream course in 'Business Ethics ‘Giorgio Zanotto’' and President of the Department's Quality Assurance Committee. His academic career includes a PhD from the University Ca’ Foscari of Venice (2003) and leadership in university governance (Academic Senate and Board of Governors roles). Research focuses on virtue ethics in business, sustainability management in non-profits, and hybrid organizations. He has contributed to over 50 publications, emphasizing CSR, accounting education, and organizational ethics. Teaching spans courses in Business Accounting, Business Ethics, and Non-Profit Management across multiple degree programs. Awarded roles include Referent for the 'Contamination Lab - Management' and participation in third mission initiatives like the ADOA Conference and Festival Biblico. Active in interdisciplinary research groups such as Hybrid Organizations and Charismatic Organizations studies, he also oversees professional development programs in ethical management and socio-sanitary services.
Filippo Celata is a Full Professor at the Department of Methods and Models for Economy, Territory and Finance , Faculty of Economics , Sapienza University of Rome. He coordinates the PhD program in Geografia Economica e Statistica Territoriale and the Dottorato Modelli per l'Economia, il Territorio e la Finanza . Researcher since 2006, Full Professor since 2021 Editor-in-Chief of Rivista Geografica Italiana Coordinator of multiple research projects including PNRR PE CHANGES and Horizon Marie Curie Staff Exchange Media presence in Corriere della Sera , Wall Street Journal , Rai TV networks, and international outlets His research focuses on urban and regional economies , sociospatial inequalities , and spatial data analysis , with particular emphasis on: Platform economy's impact on urban housing Critical geographies of the Mediterranean Climate change adaptation in coastal areas Post-pandemic urban governance Digital geographies and algorithmic mediation Community-led sustainability initiatives Recent publications examine: Short-term rental dynamics in European cities Italian radical geography's historical roots Climate crisis effects on coastal territories Digital platforms' role in spatial commodification Community gardening regulation in Rome He coordinates PhD workshops and seminars on economic geography, with a methodology focused on: Multi-level governance analysis Critical policy evaluation Decolonizing geographical traditions Qualitative-quantitative data integration
Dr. Juan Block is a College Assistant Professor at Clare College, University of Cambridge, within the Faculty of Economics. His prior position included the Janeway Fellowship in Economics. He specializes in microeconomic theory with emphases on game theory and learning processes under bounded rationality. Education: Not explicitly stated in text Research focuses on cooperation/reputation dynamics in imperfect information environments and learning via social comparisons with limited memory. His work bridges theoretical economics and behavioral applications, addressing how agents optimize decisions with cognitive constraints. Notable articles analyze social norms emergence, learning dynamics, and communication in repeated games. He maintains a personal site at juanblock.com . Advising: Supervising Laura Araújo De Freitas (Development Economics, Political Economy) Teaching includes PIIA Paper 1 on Economics of Uncertainty and Information. Active in media commentary on economic behaviors like panic buying.
Curtis R. Taylor is a Professor of Economics at Duke University, affiliated with the Department of Economics in the Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a PhD from Yale University (1992) and a BA from the University of Washington (1986). His research focuses on microeconomic theory, including industrial organization, political economy, contract design, and consumer privacy. Taylor's work has been supported by grants from the National Science Foundation and U.S. Department of Agriculture, among others. Key research areas include optimal project management under uncertainty, fraud dynamics in reputation systems, and the economics of privacy in competitive markets. His notable contributions include studies on contractual incentives for multistage projects and the welfare implications of privacy regulation. Education: PhD in Economics, Yale University, 1992 BA in Economics, University of Washington, 1986 Awards: Sloan Research Fellowship in Economics (1996) University of Washington Distinguished Alumnus Award (2011) Professor Taylor has served as Director of Graduate Studies in Economics (2011–2018) and has held editorial roles at the RAND Journal of Economics and Journal of Industrial Economics . His teaching includes advanced microeconomics and graduate-level economic analysis courses. Recent grants include NSF-funded projects on dynamic screening contracts and privacy in competitive markets. His research frequently intersects with policy, examining topics like agricultural supply chains and electoral bias.
Rajesh Rajaguru is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics (TSBE), University of Tasmania. He is actively engaged in research, teaching, and industry collaboration, with a focus on marketing management, consumer behavior, sustainability, and digital technologies. His work bridges academia and practice, particularly in service ecosystems, SME resilience, and ethical consumption. Research Interests: Marketing Management and Strategy Consumer Behavior and Decision-Making Sustainability and Responsible Consumption Digital Marketing and eWOM Blockchain and AI in Consumer Trust Service Exclusion and Inclusive Service Design SME Resilience and Market Shaping His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research, integrating insights from psychology, information systems, and environmental science. A significant portion of his work explores how technology and sustainability concerns influence consumer trust and purchasing behavior, particularly in food, hospitality, and retail sectors. He also investigates pedagogical innovations in higher education and supply chain dynamics in emerging markets. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Certified Practicing Marketer, Australian Marketing Institute (since 2019) Supervision and Grants: Rajesh Rajaguru has successfully supervised multiple PhD students to completion and is currently supervising a doctoral candidate on SME resilience. He has secured both internal and external funding, including grants from the University of Tasmania, Australian Institute of Business, and the Korean Government. He is also a key participant in the Marine Bioproducts Cooperative Research Centre, a major $59 million initiative funded by the Australian Government and industry partners. Labs and Research Teams: He collaborates within interdisciplinary research teams focused on service ecosystems, sustainable business models, and digital transformation. His work is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Responsible Consumption and Production , Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure , and Climate Action .
Dr. Anatoliy Gruzd is a Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Privacy Preserving Digital Technologies at the Department of Information Technology Management, Faculty of Communication and Design, Toronto Metropolitan University. He also serves as Director of Research at the Social Media Lab, where he leads interdisciplinary research on social media, online communities, misinformation, and information privacy. His research explores how digital platforms shape communication, information sharing, and public discourse, with a strong focus on computational methods to analyze social media data. He has received major funding from Canada’s Tri-Council agencies (SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR), CFI, and the World Health Organization, underscoring the societal relevance of his work, especially during the global infodemic. Social Media Online Communities Misinformation and Infodemics Information Privacy Digital Technologies Data Stewardship The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on understanding digital risks such as misinformation, algorithmic bias, online violence, and privacy challenges. These works span disciplines including public health, computer science, communication, and ethics, often using network and behavioral analysis to uncover patterns in large-scale social media data. His research trend emphasizes societal impact, policy relevance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Canada Research Chair in Privacy Preserving Digital Technologies, Tier 2, 2020 Open Access Wall of Fame Award, Toronto Metropolitan University Library, 2020 Member, Royal Society of Canada College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists, 2017 Canada Research Chair in Social Media Data Stewardship, Tier 2, 2015 Best Paper Award, Internet, Policy & Politics Conference, Oxford, 2014 Dr. Gruzd has secured substantial research grants as Principal Investigator from SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR, CFI, WHO, and Global Affairs Canada. His projects include studying privacy-preserving technologies, anti-social behavior online, infodemic management, and online violence against women. He actively mentors students and collaborates with international researchers, though specific advisees are not listed. His leadership in the Social Media Lab fosters innovation in digital methods and ethical data practices. The Social Media Lab, under his research direction, functions as a hub for interdisciplinary scholarship on digital society, bringing together researchers from communication, computer science, public health, and policy. The lab conducts cutting-edge research on misinformation, platform governance, and digital well-being, often in partnership with public and international organizations.
Prof. Dr. Daniel Beverungen holds the Chair of Information Systems, specifically Business Information Systems, at Paderborn University where he serves as Vice Dean for Processes and Cooperation at the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics. He is also Speaker of the Steering Committee of the Software Innovation Campus Paderborn (SICP) and Chairman of the Board of the Software Innovation Lab (SI-Lab). His work bridges academic research with industry applications through strong partnerships with companies across Germany. His academic journey began with a Dipl.-Wirt.-Inf. (MSc equivalent) in Information Systems from Paderborn University in 2006. He earned his Dr. rer. pol. from the University of Münster in 2010, followed by postdoctoral research there until 2015. He served as Acting Professor at Münster (2015-2016) and was appointed Venia legendi in 2014. In 2021, he received an offer for a Full Professorship at Bamberg University (declined). Prof. Beverungen's research primarily focuses on service research, business process management, and the design of innovative information systems. He is renowned for his conceptualization of smart service systems and has led the development of industry standards (DIN SPEC 33453, DIN PAS 1091, DIN PAS 1094). His work examines how workarounds transform into process innovations and investigates digital platforms for value co-creation in hyper-connected environments. Recent research emphasizes digital responsibility and sustainable digitalization. His publication portfolio reveals a strong trajectory toward understanding smart service systems, business process innovation through workarounds, and digital responsibility frameworks. The research spans theoretical foundations to practical applications in industries like energy distribution, urban retail, and cultural platforms. A notable trend is the integration of socio-technical perspectives in information systems design, emphasizing how people and technology interact in complex service ecosystems. Prof. Beverungen has received notable recognition including: Paper of the Year 2020 from Electronic Markets journal Membership in the Wissenschaftskolleg der Universität Paderborn (2024-2025) SAP Certified Associate for Business Process Integration with SAP S/4HANA (2022) As an academic leader, Prof. Beverungen has supervised numerous students through project seminars focused on business process management and information systems design. He leads significant research initiatives including SHAPE, Change.WorkAROUND, and AProSys projects with industry partners. His editorial roles include Department Editor for Business Process Management at BISE journal and Guest Editor for Electronic Markets. He has secured funding for research on digital service systems and platform-based innovations. Prof. Beverungen directs the Software Innovation Campus Paderborn (SICP), a major innovation hub where 43 professors collaborate with 44 companies on digital innovations. He chairs the Software Innovation Lab (SI-Lab), Paderborn University's largest central research facility. Through SICP, his team develops solution perspectives for ERP systems like SAP S/4HANA and digital data rooms, with particular expertise in Networked Cultural Platforms as part of the German government's Data Space Culture project.
Dr. Lauren Fahy is an Assistant Professor at the Utrecht School of Governance, Utrecht University, with expertise in regulatory governance , compliance , regulator reputation , and the governance of emerging technologies . She combines academic research with practical experience from her six-year tenure as a civil servant and policy advisor in the Australian national government, focusing on climate policy and stakeholder management. Her work bridges theory and practice through collaborations with institutions like the Dutch Central Bank (DNB) and the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). Education : PhD in Public Governance (Utrecht University, 2022) Research : Focuses on how regulator reputation affects compliance, particularly in high-uncertainty contexts like fintech innovation and cryptocurrency regulation. Research Trends : Her publications since 2020 emphasize regulatory effectiveness , stakeholder engagement , and reputational dynamics in emerging technologies. Key methodologies include case studies , Q methodology , and content analysis . Professional Engagement : Delivers courses and tailored advice to public agencies. Currently teaches Comparative Democratic Institutions and contributes to professional education programs.
