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Philip M. NicholsView profile

Professor

• Corruption Control
• Business Ethics
• International Law
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Philip M. Nichols is the Joseph Kolodny Professor of Social Responsibility in Business and Professor of Legal Studies and Business Ethics at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. He holds a J.D. and LL.M. from Duke University and an A.B. from Harvard University. His scholarly and professional work centers on corruption control, institutional change in emerging economies, and ethical business practices. Research Interests: His research spans corruption as a global phenomenon, anti-bribery laws, shared value strategies, and the psychological and legal dimensions of bribery. He has conducted fieldwork in over twenty countries, especially in the former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. His work integrates legal, ethical, economic, and sociological perspectives. Publication Trends: His recent publications focus on the United Nations Convention Against Corruption, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and the moral and cognitive foundations of bribery. He frequently publishes in top law and ethics journals and contributes to authoritative commentaries. His interdisciplinary approach bridges law, psychology, and business ethics. Scientific Awards: Hoeber Award for best article in volume 48 of the American Business Law Journal (2011) Advising and Grants: While specific advisees are not listed, as a full professor and co-editor of major volumes, he likely mentors graduate students and junior scholars. He has served in leadership roles including President of the Academy of Legal Studies in Business and Co-Chair of UN/CEFACT LG, indicating grant and policy influence. His work has shaped discourse on transnational anti-corruption frameworks. Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with the Department of Legal Studies and Business Ethics at Wharton and is part of the core faculty of the Central Eurasian Studies Society at Penn. He co-chairs the Anti-Corruption Law Interest Group, reflecting active collaboration in scholarly networks.

Madalina BusuiocView profile

Professor

• Public Governance
• Artificial Intelligence in Governance
• Algorithmic Decision-Making
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Prof. Dr. Madalina Busuioc is a Full Professor of Public Governance at the Department of Political Science and Public Administration, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. She serves as Director of the Graduate School of Social Sciences and co-Director of the R&I Lab on Artificial Intelligence and Digital Governance. Her ERC-funded research explores public accountability in the AI era, with a focus on algorithmic governance and cognitive biases in administrative decision-making. She holds a PhD cum laude from Utrecht University (2010). Her research interests center on public power dynamics, algorithmic governance, and institutional accountability. Notable contributions include work on AI's impact on citizen-state interactions, reputational authority in bureaucracy, and regulatory oversight mechanisms. Her book European Agencies: Law and Practices of Accountability (Oxford UP) and peer-reviewed articles in Public Administration Review , Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory , and Governance highlight her scholarly impact. Teaching contributions include designing the MSc Public Administration: Artificial Intelligence and Governance program, which integrates technical and governance perspectives. Awards include the Haldane Prize (2016) and Fernand Braudel Fellowship (2021). She advises on AI policy through ancillary roles like membership in the Meijers Commission on international law. Her research projects address AI ethics, algorithmic accountability, and regulatory innovation. Recent work explores behavioral dimensions of human-AI collaboration in public services and the societal implications of AI adoption in administrative systems.

Begona DominguezView profile

Professor

• Macroeconomics
• Monetary Economics
• Public Finance
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Professor Begona Dominguez is a faculty member in the School of Economics at The University of Queensland (UQ), within the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Economics from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Her research focuses on Macroeconomics, Public Finance, and Monetary Economics, with emphasis on fiscal policy design, central bank balance sheets, and optimal taxation frameworks. Her key projects include Supporting Entry and Growth of Australian Businesses via Tax and Transfers (2022–2024) and The role of a central bank's balance sheet in shaping the economy (2021–2024) . She is available for PhD supervision and actively contributes to applied macroeconomic analysis, particularly in urban economic advantages and policy evaluation. Publications span topics like fiscal sustainability, inflation dynamics under central bank policies, and the implications of constitutional constraints on taxation. Her work bridges theoretical models (e.g., Ramsey frameworks) with empirical applications in tax policy and public debt management. Professor Dominguez maintains affiliations with the Centre for Applied Macroeconomic Analysis (ANU) and has reviewed prominent texts such as John Taylor's Reform of the International Monetary System . She is based in Room 507, Colin Clark Building at UQ.

• Industrial Organization
• Competition Policy
• Antitrust Economics
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Yusupova Guzel Fatehovna is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Economics within the Faculty of Economic Sciences at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE), where she has been working since 1998 with 28 years of scientific and teaching experience. She also serves as a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Enterprise and Market Analysis, specifically in the Laboratory of Competition and Antimonopoly Policy. Her research interests focus on Industrial Organization, Competition Policy, Antitrust Economics, Digital Markets, Market Analysis, and Economics of Network Effects, with particular attention to Russian industrial markets. Her professional expertise stems from her Candidate of Economic Sciences degree (2007) in Economics and Management of the National Economy, with a dissertation on "Boundaries of Russian markets and competition," and her Associate Professor title awarded in 2013. Dr. Yusupova's publication record shows a consistent focus on competition policy and market analysis, with her most recent work examining AI applications in cartel detection, digital platform competition, and the nuances of antitrust enforcement in specialized markets. Her research demonstrates progression from foundational industrial organization topics to increasingly complex digital market challenges. Honorary certificate of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation (November 2022) Gratitude of HSE (March 2022) Gratitude of the Faculty of Economic Sciences HSE (January 2021) Winner of the Competition for the best Russian-language scientific works of HSE employees - 2021 Multiple academic bonuses for publications and contributions to HSE reputation (2010-2024) As an educator, Dr. Yusupova teaches graduate and undergraduate courses including Analysis of Industry Markets and Competition Policy, Introduction to the Economy of Digital Platforms, and Theory of Industrial Markets. Her teaching reflects her research expertise, bridging theoretical industrial organization concepts with practical antitrust applications. She has participated in numerous international conferences and research projects focused on competition policy effectiveness, with particular emphasis on Russian market contexts and transition economy challenges.

Nicole HartleyView profile

Associate Professor

• Services marketing
• Digital technology
• Service technology
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Associate Professor Nicole Hartley serves as MBA Director at UQ Business School and Future of Health Research Hub Lead at The University of Queensland. With 19 years of academic experience across institutions in Sydney and Queensland, she holds appointments across multiple faculties including Business, Economics and Law; Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences; and Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology. Her academic affiliations span the Centre for the Business and Economics of Health, Centre for Enterprise AI, and Queensland Digital Health Centre. Dr. Hartley is an internationally recognized research academic specializing in services marketing and digital technology. Her research interests encompass service technology, virtualized services, customer preference and adoption, new media, service innovation, and corporate digital responsibility. She particularly focuses on customer perceptions in response to technological disruption in service delivery, with special emphasis on healthcare services. Her work bridges business, technology, and healthcare domains, examining how digital transformation affects consumer behavior and service experiences. Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent research output across multiple disciplines, with recent work concentrating on telehealth implementation, corporate digital responsibility, consumer trust in digital environments, and healthcare service innovation. The interdisciplinary nature of her research connects marketing theory with practical healthcare applications, particularly in the context of digital transformation and service delivery. Dr. Hartley has successfully supervised numerous PhD candidates to completion and currently mentors several doctoral students working on topics ranging from sustainable consumption to healthcare innovation and digital service experiences. Her research has been supported by significant funding from Queensland Health, NHMRC, and other organizations, focusing on telehealth, digital service transformation, and healthcare innovation. As Director of MBA and Executive Education at UQ Business School, Dr. Hartley combines her academic expertise with practical industry experience, having previously worked as Marketing Manager/Director in tourism, education, and communication industries in Australia and the UK. She is an award-winning educator with expertise in marketing strategy, digital media, consumer behavior, and experiential industry-based projects.

• Canadian Legal History
• American Legal History
• Libel Law
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Lyndsay Campbell is a Professor at the University of Calgary, cross-appointed between the Faculty of Law and the Department of History in the Faculty of Arts. Her work bridges Canadian and American legal history, comparative law, and constitutional studies. Ph.D., Jurisprudence and Social Policy, University of California, Berkeley (2008) Master of Law, University of British Columbia (1999) J.D., University of British Columbia (1995) M.A., English Literature, University of Toronto (1991) B.A., English Literature, University of British Columbia (1990) Campbell's research focuses on Canadian and American legal history , libel law , constitutionalism , and imperial legalities . Her work examines intersections between legal and extralegal regulatory strategies, comparative approaches to law, and 19th-century Canadian constitutionalism. Current projects include an edited collection on Legal Histories of Empire with Shaunnagh Dorsett. Her publications analyze legal histories of censorship , racial justice in law , and gender-related legal frameworks . Recent work includes the 2022 monograph Truth and Privilege and the 2020 co-edited open-access volume Canada’s Legal Past . Fellow, Constitutional Law and History Program, University of California, Berkeley (2008) William Nelson Cromwell Fellowship in Legal History (2007) Dean's Normative Time Fellowship, UC Berkeley (2004) Regents Intern Fellowship (2001) Osgoode Society Legal History Prize (1998) SSHRC doctoral fellowship (1997) Campbell teaches courses in Canadian and American history, legal theory, and the undergraduate Law and Society program. She previously practiced law in British Columbia and clerked for justices at the British Columbia Court of Appeal.

• Corporate Governance
• Healthcare Management
• Information Technology Systems
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John (Xuefeng) Jiang is an Eli Broad Endowed Professor in Accounting at Michigan State University's Broad College of Business, holding appointments in the Department of Accounting and Information Systems, with courtesy positions as Professor of Finance and Faculty Affiliate of the law school. He serves as President-Elect of the Financial Accounting and Reporting Section (FARS) of the American Accounting Association and is an associate editor at Management Science. Dr. Jiang received his education from Renmin University of China and the University of Georgia, and has passed the Uniform CPA exams in both China and the United States. His research spans interdisciplinary areas at the interface of accounting and finance, with particular focus on corporate governance, healthcare management, information technology systems, regulation & public policy, and corporate finance. His methodological approach employs natural experiments and novel data sources to address fundamental questions in financial reporting and disclosure. Dr. Jiang's scholarly work has evolved from traditional accounting topics like earnings management and credit ratings to contemporary issues in healthcare management and cybersecurity. His recent publications examine hospital pricing transparency, data breaches in healthcare systems, and the impact of media oversight on hospital behavior, demonstrating his ability to apply accounting principles to emerging real-world challenges. His research has been widely covered by major media outlets including the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, NPR, Forbes, and CBS News. American Accounting Association Distinguished Contribution to Accounting Literature Award (2017) Multiple Outstanding Teacher of the Year awards from graduating students Dr. Jiang has successfully mentored doctoral students who have secured tenure-track positions at the University of Florida, the National University of Singapore, and Miami University. He has served on the FARS steering board from 2018 to 2022 and is actively involved in the academic community as a past President of MSU's Chinese Faculty Club and faculty advisor for the Broad China Business Society.

Amelia SimpsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Constitutional Law
• Discrimination Law
• Federalism
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Dr. Amelia Simpson holds the position of Honorary Associate Professor at the Australian National University (ANU), specializing in constitutional law with a focus on discrimination principles and federalism. She earned her BA Hons and LLB Hons from ANU, followed by an LLM and JSD from Columbia University. She is a practicing Barrister and Solicitor in the High Court of Australia. Her research critically examines constitutional frameworks, particularly regarding state residence discrimination under Section 117 and interstate free trade jurisprudence. Her work has been cited in landmark High Court and Federal Court rulings, solidifying her reputation as a leading scholar in public law. Amelia’s contributions include co-authoring Hanks Australian Constitutional Law: Materials and Commentary (2016) and contributing to the Oxford Handbook of Australian Constitutional Law (2018). Her research on social equality and functionalist approaches to non-discrimination has advanced scholarly discourse on constitutional values. Notably, her 2017 paper Social Equality in Australia critiques the historical neglect of equality principles in constitutional interpretation. Her publications span constitutional doctrine, class actions reform, and environmental policy, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach. She ranks among Australia’s top 20 most prolific legal scholars in high-impact journals (2000–2010). Her work bridges theoretical analysis with practical legal challenges, influencing both academia and judicial practice.

• Corporate Finance
• Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)
• Corporate Governance
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Abhinav Goyal is a Professor of Finance and Director of Global Engagement at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. He is affiliated with the Department of Finance and plays a leadership role in shaping the school's international strategy. His research is widely published in premier finance journals, and he serves on editorial boards including as Associate Editor for British Accounting Review . Education: PhD in Banking and Finance, University College Dublin, Ireland (2013) MA in Financial Risk Management, Simon Fraser University, Canada (2007) BE (Hons) in Computer Science, India (2006) His research focuses on corporate finance , particularly IPOs, corporate governance, privatization, and dividend policy, with a strong emphasis on institutional and emerging market contexts. His work explores how legal, political, cultural, and media factors influence corporate financial decisions, especially in initial public offerings and payout policies. Using empirical methods, he investigates global patterns in financial markets, often drawing on cross-country datasets to assess the impact of governance reforms, ownership structures, and socio-political events. The recent articles reflect a consistent focus on IPO pricing dynamics, influenced by democracy, media, terrorism, board reforms, and legal frameworks. His research integrates insights from political economy, behavioral finance, and institutional theory, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to understanding financial markets. A recurring theme is the role of transparency, governance, and external shocks in shaping corporate financial behavior. Scientific Awards and Editorial Roles: Associate Editor, British Accounting Review Area Editor (Frontier Markets), Research in International Business and Finance Dr. Goyal has advised doctoral and postdoctoral researchers in finance, though specific names are not listed. He has secured research funding through collaborative projects reflected in his co-authored publications with international scholars. His past academic appointments include positions at University College Cork and the University of Liverpool, along with visiting roles at Monash University, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, and Manipal University, indicating a strong global academic network. He teaches advanced courses such as Contemporary Topics in Banking and Finance (MBA) and Private Equity and Venture Finance (MSc), contributing significantly to graduate education. He leads no named research lab or center in the provided text, but his editorial roles and global engagement position suggest active participation in research communities and international academic collaborations.

• Experimental Finance
• Behavioral Finance
• Auctions
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Prof. Tibor Neugebauer is a Full Professor of Finance at the University of Luxembourg’s Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance (FDEF), Department of Finance. He holds a Doctorate in Economics from the University of Valencia (2000) and professional qualifications from Hannover, with prior academic positions at institutions including York, Kiel, Hannover, and research stays at Lisbon, Bari, Valencia, and Rome. His research focuses on Experimental Finance and Economics, particularly behavioral finance, asset markets, auctions, and decision-making under uncertainty. He designs laboratory experiments to analyze markets, strategic interactions, and algorithm-human dynamics, with recent emphasis on algorithmic trading and market regulations. Education: Doctor of Economics, University of Valencia (2000) Master of Science in Economics, University of Alicante (1997) Bachelor’s in Economics, University of Bonn (1994) Professional Qualification in Economics, University of Hannover (2006) Research Interests: Prof. Neugebauer’s work examines institutional and informational structures’ impact on market outcomes, including fairness in co-determination, communication effects in asset markets, and algorithmic arbitrage. His experiments explore human behavior in complex environments, such as speculative asset trading and regulatory interventions. He has pioneered studies on algorithmic trading’s role in experimental markets, combining theoretical models with empirical behavioral insights. Key Contributions: His research addresses topics like margin trading regulations, Modigliani-Miller theorem validity in experimental settings, and the ‘greater fool’ phenomenon. Recent studies emphasize algorithmic-human interaction dynamics, market efficiency under varying mechanisms, and the implications of wash trading. Awards & Grants: No specific awards listed, but his extensive publication record reflects sustained recognition in experimental finance. Grants and collaborations likely relate to his research on market design and behavioral finance. Labs/Teams: Active in the FDEF’s finance research group, contributing to Luxembourg’s international reputation in experimental economics and finance. Collaborates with global institutions on algorithmic trading and market dynamics.

Song MaView profile

Professor

• Innovation Economics
• Entrepreneurship
• Financial Economics
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Song Ma is a Professor of Finance and Entrepreneurship at Yale School of Management and a Faculty Research Fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). He is also an affiliated faculty member at Yale Law School Center for the Study of Corporate Law and Yale SOM Program on Entrepreneurship, having joined Yale SOM Faculty in 2016. His educational background includes: PhD in Finance from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business (2016) BA in Economics from Zhejiang University (2010) Professor Ma's research primarily focuses on innovation economics, entrepreneurship, financial economics, AI, and big data. His work extends to corporate strategy, industrial organization, antitrust, labor, and business law. He has made significant contributions to understanding how innovation interacts with financial markets, corporate strategy, and competition policy, particularly through his influential 'Killer Acquisitions' paper which has been cited in Congressional antitrust reports and lawsuits against major tech companies. His recent publications demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach combining finance, economics, and data science methodologies. Many papers examine the intersection of innovation and corporate finance, with increasing incorporation of AI and big data techniques as seen in his video analysis research. His work shows evolution from traditional finance topics toward more policy-relevant research with real-world impact on antitrust regulation and innovation policy. Professor Ma has received numerous prestigious awards: 2023 Best Paper Award, China International Conference in Finance 2022 Best Paper on Competition Economics, Association of Competition Economics 2022 Jerry S. Cohen Award for Antitrust Scholarship 2021 GARP Best Paper in Risk Management Award 40 Under 40 Best Business School Professors by Poets & Quants (2021) Robert F. Lanzillotti Prize for Antitrust Economics (2020) Jensen Prize for Best Paper on Corporate Finance (2019) In teaching, Professor Ma delivers popular courses including 'Entrepreneurial Finance,' 'Venture Capital and Private Equity,' and 'Finance and the Society.' He co-organizes WEFI (Workshop on Entrepreneurial Finance and Innovation), a bi-weekly virtual research forum. His research has been referenced by major regulatory bodies worldwide including the FTC, EU Competition Commission, and UK Competition and Markets Authority, and featured in leading media outlets like Wall Street Journal and New York Times. Professor Ma actively incorporates new data science technologies into his empirical economic research, focusing on unstructured data analysis and machine learning applications.

• Marketing Analytics
• Electronic Commerce
• Online Advertising
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Prof. Dr. Bernd Skiera holds the first chair for electronic commerce in Germany at Goethe University Frankfurt am Main since 1999. He serves on the board of efl - The Data Science Institute and the Schmalenbach Society, while representing Germany at the European Marketing Community (EMAC). Chair of Marketing, Goethe University Frankfurt am Main Board member, efl - The Data Science Institute National representative, European Marketing Community (EMAC) His research focuses on MarTech/SalesTech integration, customer value management, online advertising analytics, data-driven pricing models, and the economic implications of internet privacy regulations. He leads the ERC Advanced Grant project on cookie usage restrictions' economic consequences. Recent publications examine dynamic pricing in digital markets, competition visualization using big data, and AI applications in marketing analytics. The ERC Advanced Grant research has produced empirical analyses of GDPR impacts on advertising ecosystems. 2015 Journal of Marketing Best Paper Award 2013 International Journal of Research in Marketing Best Paper Award Multiple MSI/H. Paul Root Award recognitions He has mentored 17 doctoral students who became professors globally, including at London Business School and LMU Munich. His work bridges marketing analytics with financial valuation through customer equity modeling.

Sarah BankinsView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Workplace Ethics
• Organizational Behavior
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Sarah Bankins is an Associate Professor at Macquarie University's Department of Management. Her research focuses on AI's impact on work, organizational ethics, and human resource management. She holds editorial roles at The Australian Journal of Management and Group and Organization Management . Before academia, she worked in public sector HR and management consulting. Education: PhD from Queensland University of Technology, B. Business/B. Economics from University of Queensland, and a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching from University of Newcastle. Research Interests: AI ethics, future of work, workplace technology, and interdisciplinary collaboration with fields like computer science and philosophy. Recent articles explore AI's role in decision-making, workplace trust, and educational ethics. Key projects include studies on mining sector mental health and ethical AI applications. Awards include teaching excellence (2013) and research supervision (2017).

Michael D. SmithView profile

Professor

• Information Systems
• Digital Economics
• Consumer Behavior in Online Markets
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Michael D. Smith is a Professor of Information Technology and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University, with joint appointments at Heinz College and Tepper School of Business. His research employs economic and statistical methods to analyze digital markets, focusing on firm and consumer behavior in online environments. Education: B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Summa Cum Laude), University of Maryland M.Sc. in Telecommunications Science, University of Maryland Ph.D. in Management Science and Information Technology, MIT Research Interests: Professor Smith investigates the economics of digital information markets, consumer behavior in online platforms, and policy implications of technological disruption. His work spans copyright enforcement, digital advertising, and the impact of piracy on legal media consumption. Publications: His recent studies examine AI’s role in copyright policy, effectiveness of anti-piracy measures, and market dynamics in digital streaming. Articles often bridge economics, computer science, and public policy. Awards: National Science Foundation CAREER Award Multiple Best Teacher Awards at CMU Recognized as a Top 100 Emerging Engineering Leader (NAE, 2020) Best Paper Runner-Up (Information Systems Research, 2006) Editorial and Industry Roles: Served as Senior Editor at Information Systems Research and Associate Editor at Management Science . Prior to academia, he worked in telecommunications at GTE and Booz Allen Hamilton, earning a patent for AI applications in network design. Contact: mds@cmu.edu | Office: 4800 Forbes Avenue, Hamburg Hall 2204, Pittsburgh PA 15213

• Marketing Analytics
• Electronic Commerce
• Online Advertising
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Prof. Dr. Bernd Skiera is a leading Marketing Professor at Goethe University Frankfurt since 1999 and a member of the managing board of the efl - The Data Science Institute. His work bridges information systems and marketing, with a focus on data-driven decision making and digital transformation.