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Srikanth ParameswaranView profile

Assistant Professor

• IT Innovation
• Social Media
• Gamification
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Srikanth Parameswaran serves as an Assistant Professor in the Management Information Systems area at Binghamton University's School of Management, where he conducts behavioral research at the intersection of information technology and human interaction. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in digital innovation and health informatics. His academic credentials include: BS from Anna University MS and PhD in Management Science and Systems from the State University of New York at Buffalo Parameswaran's research program investigates how digital platforms shape human behavior, with particular emphasis on IT innovation diffusion, social media dynamics, and health technology outcomes. He pioneers methodological approaches combining meta-analytic structural equation modeling with advanced text mining techniques to analyze user-generated content across online platforms. His studies on gamification mechanisms and anonymity effects in employer review systems have established new paradigms for understanding technology-mediated social interactions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) computational analysis of social media and review systems using NLP/machine learning, (2) health IT applications focusing on chronic disease management and online support communities, and (3) theoretical advancements in IT innovation diffusion models. His work consistently demonstrates methodological rigor while addressing pressing societal challenges in digital health and organizational behavior. His scholarly contributions have been recognized through: Poets & Quants Top 50 Best Undergraduate Business School Professor (2021) Best Paper Award 1st Runner Up at AMCIS (2017) Doctoral Consortium Fellowship at ICIS (2016) While his teaching portfolio spans web mining, social network analysis, and advanced statistics, the available documentation provides no details regarding doctoral student mentorship, research grants, laboratory facilities, or collaborative research teams.

Cristian MorosanView profile

Professor

• Information Technology Adoption
• Biometric Systems
• Mobile Technology
• +3 more

Cristian Morosan is a Professor at the University of Houston's College of Global Hospitality Leadership, specializing in information technology adoption and innovation within hospitality. With over 20 years of teaching experience and 30 years in the industry, he focuses on biometric systems, mobile technology, and digital transformation. Education: B.S. in Tourism and Services Management from University Stefan cel Mare (Romania), M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Foodservice and Lodging Management from Iowa State University Research Areas: His work spans technology ethics, digital marketing strategies, and operational innovation. Key projects include AI integration in hotel services, pandemic-related contactless systems, and consumer behavior analysis in digital hospitality environments. Scientific Contributions: Funded by the European Union and Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals, he has published over 200 peer-reviewed works with 3,800+ citations. Notable awards include multiple research excellence and teaching innovation recognitions.

Anne BarraquierView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainability
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Organizational Ethics
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Anne Barraquier is an Associate Professor at SKEMA Business School specializing in sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and organizational ethics. She directs research through the SKEMA Center for Sustainability Studies and Innovation Research Center, with significant contributions as former Director of the Postgraduate Program in Sustainability Management (2006-2009). Her international academic engagements include visiting positions at Schulich School of Business (York University), Ecole Supérieure des Affaires in Lebanon, and University of Executive Education of Alger. Her educational foundation includes: Doctorate in Management, Côte d'Azur University (2006) MSc in Information and Knowledge Management, SKEMA Business School (2003) Master in International Business, Aix-Marseille University (1990) B.A in Chinese Studies, Aix-Marseille University (1986) Barraquier's research centers on strong sustainability and the micro-foundations of sustainability implementation, examining how organizations navigate ethical tensions in highly regulated environments. Her work integrates deep expertise in Chinese business culture developed during seven years managing trading companies in China and Hong Kong. Key contributions include analyzing organizational legitimacy maintenance, stakeholder identity dynamics, and the politicalization of complex knowledge in sustainability contexts. Her publication trends reveal increasing focus on practical sustainability implementation challenges, including municipal net-zero initiatives, historic family firm sustainability, and unspeakable logics in organizational behavior. The research demonstrates consistent methodology using qualitative field studies to uncover micro-processes of sensemaking and knowledge sharing. Her scientific recognition includes: 2023 Best Reviewer, Journal of Business Ethics 2012 Best Reviewer, Academy of Management Meeting As an educator, Barraquier has pioneered global business ethics curriculum development and serves as active reviewer for top journals including Business and Society and British Journal of Management . Her professional background as Chamber of Commerce consultant (1997-2006) and Air Liquide economic intelligence specialist informs her practitioner-oriented research approach. She maintains leadership roles in major academic associations including the International Association for Business and Society (IABS), Academy of Management (AOM), and Society of Business Ethics (SBE), where she contributes to shaping discourse on sustainability and ethics in business education.

Ori SwedView profile

Assistant Professor

• Non-State Actors
• Private Military and Security Companies
• Terrorism
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Ori Swed is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work at Texas Tech University and director of the Peace, War, & Social Conflict Lab, specializing in non-state actors within global conflict systems including private military companies, terrorist organizations, and humanitarian actors. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin M.A. in History from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem Dual B.A. in History and Sociology from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem Swed's research integrates political sociology with security studies to analyze organizational dynamics in war zones, focusing on privatized warfare, human security frameworks, and the geopolitical impact of non-state military entities. His work examines how private military contractors, violent non-state groups, and aid organizations reshape conflict landscapes through technological innovation and strategic adaptation. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: Russian mercenary operations in African conflicts (particularly Wagner Group effectiveness), drone warfare proliferation to non-state actors, and cyber-enabled influence operations including troll networks and disinformation campaigns. These interconnected themes demonstrate his methodological approach combining organizational theory with empirical conflict analysis. Swed currently leads two major research initiatives: comprehensive mapping of the global private military and security industry ecosystem, and systematic analysis of terrorist organizations' media strategies and their societal impacts through the Peace, War, & Social Conflict Lab research teams.

• Applied mechanics
• Through life support of materials and structures
• Composite materials
• +12 more

Professor Martin Veidt is a distinguished academic at the University of Queensland, serving as a Professor in the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering. He is also an Affiliate of the Centre for Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing (AMPAM). With an extensive career in applied mechanics, Professor Veidt has established himself as a leading expert in composite materials and non-destructive evaluation techniques. Professor Veidt received his educational qualifications from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich, earning his Dipl Masch Ing ETH in 1986 and his Dr sc techn in 1991. His academic journey has led him to become a prominent researcher in materials science and engineering, with a focus on the mechanical behavior of composite structures. Professor Veidt's research interests span a wide range of topics within applied mechanics. His work primarily focuses on through-life support of materials and structures, with special emphasis on composites including fibre-reinforced laminates, sandwich structures, and hybrid metal fibre laminates. His expertise encompasses quality assurance and quantitative non-destructive evaluation using conventional, guided wave and non-linear ultrasonics; stress analysis and damage mechanics; and experimental determination of mechanical characteristics of materials and interfaces. More recently, his research has expanded into areas such as non-linear ultrasonics, ultrasonic manipulation of microbubbles for drug delivery, functional composites, hybrid composite laminates, and light weighting technologies. Analysis of Professor Veidt's recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong focus on advanced materials characterization and structural health monitoring. His work spans multiple disciplines including biomechanics (gait analysis, foot plantar pressure), geomechanics (rock crack stress thresholds), tribology (wear behavior of polymer composites), and biomedical engineering (ultrasound-mediated drug delivery). A notable trend is the integration of computational methods with experimental approaches, particularly in the application of finite element simulation to composite materials and the use of artificial neural networks for analyzing complex biomechanical data. His research demonstrates a consistent commitment to solving practical engineering problems through innovative application of ultrasonic and non-destructive evaluation techniques. Professor Veidt maintains an active research program with numerous collaborations across disciplines. His work bridges fundamental mechanics with practical applications in aerospace, biomedical, marine, and civil engineering contexts. Based at the University of Queensland, Professor Veidt is affiliated with the Centre for Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing (AMPAM), which provides state-of-the-art facilities for materials research and development. His work likely involves collaboration with researchers across multiple disciplines within the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering and beyond, contributing to the university's strong reputation in materials science and engineering.

• Anthropology
• Social and cultural anthropology
• Urban sociology
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Dr Katherine Saunders-Hastings serves as a Lecturer in Latin American Studies at University College London's Institute of the Americas. Her academic profile demonstrates a strong focus on Latin American sociopolitical issues with particular expertise in urban violence, gang dynamics, and social justice. Her research interests span multiple disciplines including Anthropology, Social and cultural anthropology, Urban sociology and community studies, and Crime and social justice. Dr Saunders-Hastings employs ethnographic approaches to examine complex social phenomena in Latin American urban contexts, with significant attention to Guatemala City. Dr Saunders-Hastings maintains fluency in Spanish (Latin American), French, and Portuguese, enabling her to conduct research in multiple linguistic contexts across Latin America and Europe. Her publications reveal a consistent thematic focus on violence, marginality, and social organization in urban Latin American settings, particularly examining gang dynamics and their relationship to state structures. Her methodological approach combines anthropological fieldwork with sociological analysis, producing nuanced examinations of how violence operates within specific cultural and economic frameworks. The publications demonstrate an evolving research trajectory from examining youth gangs in global cities to more complex analyses of security politics and state formation in relation to gang phenomena. Dr Saunders-Hastings is actively engaged in academic discourse as evidenced by her recent publications in reputable journals and edited volumes. Her ORCID identifier (0000-0003-1945-0012) indicates her participation in formal academic networks and publication tracking systems.

Edward J. BalleisenView profile

Professor

• Legal History
• Business History
• Regulatory Governance
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Edward J. Balleisen is a Professor of History at Duke University and serves as the Senior Vice Provost for Interdisciplinary Programs & Initiatives. His work bridges law, business, and political economy to analyze the evolution of the modern regulatory state in the United States. As a scholar, he has authored and edited influential volumes such as Fraud: An American History from Barnum to Madoff (2017) and Policy Shock: Recalibrating Risk and Regulation (2017), which examine intersections between capitalist innovation and regulatory responses to crises. Education: Ph.D., Yale University (1995) M.Phil., Yale University (1992) B.A., Princeton University (1987) His research focuses on: Historical analysis of business fraud and regulatory governance Interdisciplinary approaches to risk management and policy learning Experiential education models in humanities and social sciences Comparative studies of regulatory responses to oil spills, nuclear accidents, and financial crises Recent publications highlight experiential learning trends, regulatory recalibration post-crisis, and the enduring relationship between economic freedom and fraud. Awards include the 2009 Henrietta Larson Prize and the 2018 Ralph Gomory Prize. He mentors graduate students in U.S. business-state relations and interdisciplinary regulatory studies.

Barry M. MitnickView profile

Professor

• Agency Theory
• Organizational Theory
• Business Ethics
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Barry M. Mitnick is Professor of Business Administration at the University of Pittsburgh's Katz Graduate School of Business and Professor of Public and International Affairs, with his office in Mervis Hall. He teaches core courses in managerial ethics, business & politics, and market manipulations while pioneering foundational theories in organizational behavior and institutional analysis. His academic credentials include: PhD in Political Science, University of Pennsylvania (1974) MA in Political Science, University of Pennsylvania (1973) MA in Physics, Columbia University (1970) BS in Physics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1968) Mitnick's research centers on the institutional theory of agency, which he co-originated in 1973, demonstrating how organizations manage imperfect agency through cost-benefit tradeoffs. His work extends to testaments theory (credibility assessment via Rule of Two), wicked wicked problems (cycling social issues with moral dimension shifts), and integrative business ethics unifying deontology, utilitarianism, and virtue ethics. He explores reputation dynamics, organizational meaning-making, and regulatory frameworks across public/private sectors. Recent publications (2015-2019) reveal persistent focus on agency theory refinement, institutional applications in regulation and CSR, and interdisciplinary synthesis across management, political science, and ethics. His work consistently examines credibility mechanisms, imperfection management, and systemic problem-solving in organizational contexts. Key recognitions include: Sumner Marcus Award (2014), the highest career honor in Social Issues in Management Aspen Institute Ideas Worth Teaching Award (2019) for Market Manipulations course Best Article Award (2002) for CSR measurement research Four consecutive Katz Excellence in Teaching Awards (2014-2017, 2019-2020) SSRN's #1 ranked paper in Delegation & Agency field As Associate Editor of Business & Society and former SIM Division chair (2007-2012), he has shaped academic discourse through editorial leadership and conference organization. His grant activities include Brookings Institution fellowship (1973-1974) and NSF-funded research on incentive systems, while advising features collaborative projects like the wicked wicked problems working group with graduate students. He co-leads the wicked wicked problems research collective at Pitt's Graduate School of Public and International Affairs and maintains long-term collaborations with scholars like Robert C. Ryan on social construction of organizational systems, examining how participants commit to action amid uncertainty through meaning-making institutions.

Simon FinkView profile

Professor

• Comparative Politics
• Policy Diffusion
• Policy Analysis
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Prof. Dr. Simon Fink holds the Chair of the Political System of the Federal Republic of Germany at the Institute of Political Science (University of Göttingen). His research focuses on theory-driven empirical analysis of the German political system, policy diffusion, European multi-level governance, and the intersection of politics with technology and religion. Comparative Politics Policy Diffusion Mechanisms Political Methods & Network Analysis Citizen Participation in Energy Transitions Religion's Influence on Policy Academic Background : M.A. in Political Science, Law, and Psychology (University of Konstanz) Ph.D. in "Markets and Social Spaces in Europe" (University of Bamberg) Habilitation on Privatization Policy Diffusion (University of Bamberg, 2014) His recent research examines energy transition governance through 13,000km+ grid expansion, analyzing citizen participation patterns in seven key theses: early engagement effectiveness, emotional language in consultations, procedural learning effects, and EU directive implementation paths. He also explores ethical dimensions of digital participation in health policy as co-editor of Ethics of Participation (2024). Key methodologies include discourse analysis , policy document analysis , and multi-step participation frameworks as shown in his 2018-2025 publications.

• Continuous optimization
• Algorithms and dynamical systems

Jérôme Bolte serves as a Professor at Toulouse School of Economics (TSE), where he is affiliated with the Research Faculty. His academic profile positions him within one of Europe's leading economics research institutions. Professor Bolte's research expertise centers on Continuous optimization and Algorithms and dynamical systems , with applications spanning mathematical economics, computational methods, and theoretical computer science. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical economic modeling approaches, contributing to TSE's reputation for rigorous quantitative research. Contact information: Office T.110, Phone: +33 (0)5 61 12 86 14 Administrative support is provided by Magali Bouley (Office T.615, Phone: +33 (0)5 67 73 27 72).

Qinxi WuView profile

Associate Professor

• empirical corporate finance
• corporate governance
• Fintech
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Qinxi Wu serves as an Associate Professor of Finance at Baylor University's Hankamer School of Business, a position she has held since 2025 after promotion from Assistant Professor (2017-2025). Her academic journey began with a Master's in Quantitative and Computational Finance from Georgia Tech in 2011, followed by a PhD in Finance from Georgia State University in 2017. Her educational credentials are: PhD in Finance, Georgia State University, 2017 MS in Quantitative and Computational Finance, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2011 Dr. Wu's research program centers on empirical corporate finance, with particular emphasis on corporate governance, Fintech applications, and corporate innovation dynamics. She examines how technological disruptions reshape financial systems and corporate behavior, including blockchain's role in contract enforcement and the valuation of fintech innovations. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges finance, technology studies, and organizational theory to address contemporary challenges in business ecosystems. Analysis of her publication record reveals a cohesive trajectory exploring innovation's financial dimensions. Recent work in Management Science (2023) and Review of Financial Studies (2019) demonstrates methodological rigor in studying blockchain adoption and fintech valuation, while her 2025 Research Policy paper extends this to technological spillovers. Collectively, her scholarship contributes to understanding how knowledge diffusion and substitution effects drive financial innovation. No scientific awards or major honors were documented in the available materials. While specific details about graduate student supervision and research funding were not provided, her active publication record in premier finance journals suggests ongoing research leadership. Current projects include investigations into board interlocks' impact on innovation and CEO age effects on firm performance. No laboratory or research team affiliations were mentioned in the source information.

Tom-Reiel HeggedalView profile

Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Experimental Economics
• Industrial Organization
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Tom-Reiel Heggedal is a Professor in the Department of Economics at BI Norwegian Business School, where he has been employed since 2009. He currently serves as a Professor (2023-present), having previously held positions as Associate Professor (2013-2022) and Assistant Professor (2009-2013). His research spans environmental economics, experimental economics, industrial organization, and labor economics, with a focus on bargaining theory, political economy, and innovation dynamics. Dr. Heggedal earned his academic credentials from the University of Oslo, where he completed: Ph.D. in 2009 Master Cand. Polit. in 2004 Heggedal's research interests center on experimental approaches to economic behavior, with particular expertise in bargaining experiments, price competition, and political economy. His work often combines theoretical modeling with laboratory experiments to test economic predictions. He has made significant contributions to understanding how reference points affect bargaining outcomes, how outside options influence negotiation dynamics, and how political alignment affects bureaucratic compensation. His interdisciplinary approach bridges economics, political science, and environmental studies. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on experimental economics, with particular emphasis on bargaining theory, price competition, and political economy. The research shows a strong methodological approach combining game theory with laboratory experiments across multiple high-impact journals in economics, political science, and public administration. His work on environmental policy reveals an inverted U-shape relationship between age and environmental concern, suggesting population aging may offset generational shifts toward greater environmental protection. As a dedicated educator, Heggedal teaches courses in Environmental Economics, Industrial Organization, Microeconomics, and Game Theory. His teaching approach integrates his extensive research experience in experimental methods and economic theory, providing students with practical applications of theoretical concepts.

Grzegorz WesołowskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing
• Employer Branding
• +3 more

Grzegorz Wesołowski serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Employee Management in Organizations at the Institute of Journalism and Management, Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His academic profile centers on marketing and consumer behavior research, with specific expertise in employer branding, banking sector dynamics, and food market analysis through empirical Polish consumer studies. Dr. Wesołowski's research spans consumer decision-making processes, social media's impact on brand/employer image, green consumerism, and banking-customer relationships. He investigates how social media shapes marketing communication and employer attractiveness among young consumers, while analyzing loyalty drivers in banking and ecological food purchasing determinants through survey methodologies. His 2018-2025 publications reveal consistent focus on Polish market contexts, with emerging trends in social capital's role during economic crises and digital transformation of employer branding. Methodologically, he prioritizes large-scale consumer surveys (e.g., 1,000+ respondent samples) for regional market behavior analysis. Scientific recognition includes: Bronze Medal for Long Service (2023) Financial Ombudsman Award distinction with Polish Bank Association special honor (2018) He has supervised over 30 bachelor's theses (2019-2025) on contemporary topics including influencer marketing, cause-related banking promotions, and Gen Z purchasing behavior. Research leadership includes joint national-center projects on social media's employer image impact and KUL-funded studies on social capital during economic crises, alongside organizing the 'New Trends in Management' national conference.

Maria Adela Fargas PeñarrochaView profile

Professor

• Women's History
• Gender Studies
• Family History
• +3 more

Maria Adela Fargas Peñarrocha is a Professor of Modern History at the Universitat de Barcelona, affiliated with the Faculty of Geography and History and the Department of History and Archaeology. She co-directs the Séries Género(s) and leads the research project Family Conflictivity: Social, Cultural and Legal Practices in Spaces of Mobility (Barcelona, 16th-18th Centuries) . A member of ADHUC—Research Center for Theory, Gender, Sexuality and the UNESCO Chair on Women, Development and Cultures, she has published extensively on women’s roles, family dynamics, and social practices in early modern Spain. PhD in Geography and History (Universitat de Barcelona, 1996) Graduated in Law (Universitat de Barcelona, 2018) Graduated in Geography and History (Modern History) (Universitat de Barcelona, 1989) Her research focuses on gender history , family conflict , and domestic practices in the Western Mediterranean from the 16th to 18th centuries. She explores how legal records , material culture , and emotional narratives reveal gendered power structures and social mobility. Recent articles examine topics like clandestine marriages , maternal agency , and institutional responses to family crises in Barcelona. She has directed multiple teaching innovation groups, including LLETRAD , and contributed to digital education platforms like Moodle. Her academic leadership includes serving as Department Secretary (2013–2016) and evaluating research projects for Spain’s State Research Agency (2019–2021). Collaborations span international institutions in France, Finland, and the United States.

Brian ConnellyView profile

Professor

• Corporate Governance
• Activist Shareholders
• Competition
• +5 more

Brian Connelly serves as Professor and Luck Eminent Scholar in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship at Auburn University's Raymond J. Harbert College of Business. With two decades of industry experience at Westinghouse and Hughes across England, Asia, and the United States, he bridges academic theory with practical business challenges in engineering and international contexts. His educational foundation includes: PhD in Business from Texas A&M University MBA from Indiana University MSEE from Johns Hopkins University BSEE from Rutgers University Connelly's research investigates how corporate governance structures—particularly shareholders and boards—influence competition and strategic outcomes through theoretical lenses including signaling theory, social network theory, and tournament theory. His expertise spans corporate governance, activist shareholders, competitive dynamics, and organizational responses to negative events like short-seller attacks and product recalls. Recent work examines virtue rhetoric in investor communications, socioemotional wealth in family firms, and the paradoxes of information presentation in high-stakes decisions. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant research streams: (1) Theoretical advancements in signaling/screening frameworks applied to corporate misconduct and investor relations; (2) Empirical investigations of shareholder activism impacts on governance and strategic outcomes; (3) Methodological contributions to archival research design and data appropriateness. His work consistently appears in premier outlets like Strategic Management Journal and Organization Science , with frequent media citations in New York Times and Wall Street Journal . Connelly has received unspecified awards for research, teaching, and service excellence. His editorial leadership includes former Editorship of Journal of Management and Associate Editorship at Academy of Management Journal . As an educator, he teaches strategic management across undergraduate and graduate programs while mentoring doctoral students. His industry background informs experiential teaching approaches, particularly in translating governance theory to real-world business challenges. The text indicates no formal labs or research teams, though his work involves collaborations evident in multi-authored publications.