Dr Jun Chul Kim is a Lecturer in Digital Business at Brunel Business School , specializing in corporate strategies in alliances, outsourcing decisions, and computational big data analytics. With a background in global partnership and sales leadership at a major Asia-Pacific telecom operator, he bridges professional practice and theoretical knowledge in his teaching and research. Current PhD candidate in Information Systems at Brunel Business School Holds MEng and BEng in Electronic Engineering/Telecommunications from Inha University, South Korea Research Focus: Governance mechanisms in network contexts, including buyer-supplier networks, blockchain-based platforms, and green data centers. His work explores trust/reputation strategies and sustainability in digital transformation. Teaching: Leads modules on Global Outsourcing and Social Media, Mobile & Cloud Computing at Level 7, supervises PG dissertations, and mentors Final Year Project students. Office hours available Mondays/Wednesdays 13:00-15:00. Recent Publications: Highlight trends in pandemic-driven virtualization, data privacy in restaurant contexts, and blockchain governance. Collaborates with Prof Habin Lee and others across interdisciplinary networks.
Dr. Dirk Bade is a Researcher at the University of Hamburg , affiliated with the Department of Informatics under the Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences. His work focuses on Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing , Internet of Things , Context-Aware Systems , and Blockchain Applications . He is actively involved in projects such as SANE (Smart Networks for Urban Citizen Participation), CloudAware (Context-adaptive Middleware), and ContAgency (Context Data Brokerage). Research Guest at VSYS, University of Hamburg (since 2013) PhD in Informatics (2013), University of Hamburg Diploma (2007) and Bachelor (2003) in Informatics, University of Hamburg His research explores smart city infrastructures , context-aware computation offloading , and security implications of sensor data . Key contributions include CloudAware (middleware for mobile cloud adaptation) and Incolum (citizen-centric sensor data marketplaces). Publications highlight trends in mobile edge computing (2015-2016), smart cities (2019-2021), and context-aware middleware (2011-2013). His work bridges agent-oriented software engineering with blockchain-based information markets . Dirk has supervised over 50 theses, including studies on blockchain reputation systems , mixed-reality negotiation tools , and sensor-supported indoor localization . He teaches courses on mobile computing , smart cities , and context-aware systems , with a focus on practical software development and ubiquitous applications .
Nicolas Christin is a Professor and Department Head in the Software and Societal Systems Department at Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Computer Science. He holds joint appointments in the Department of Engineering & Public Policy and is a core faculty member at CyLab, CMU’s university-wide security and privacy institute, with additional courtesy affiliations in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Christin earned a Diplôme d'Ingénieur from École Centrale Lille (1999), followed by an M.S. (2000) and Ph.D. (2003) in Computer Science from the University of Virginia. He was a postdoctoral fellow at UC Berkeley’s School of Information (2003–2005) before joining CMU in 2005. He served in various roles including Associate Director of the Information Networking Institute (2008–2013), research faculty in ECE and S3D, and tenured Associate Professor (2019–2022) before becoming a full Professor and Department Head. His research spans cybersecurity, privacy, and societal computing, with a strong emphasis on empirical measurement and interdisciplinary approaches. Key areas include security analytics, blockchain and cryptocurrency systems, online crime modeling, censorship measurement, usable privacy and security, and security economics. His work combines systems, networking, economics, and human behavior to understand and improve real-world security outcomes. The recent publications reflect a consistent focus on blockchain security (e.g., address poisoning, amplification attacks), censorship measurement (Great Firewall, probe generation), and human behavior in security (teen crypto users, copy-trading, statistical misuse in research). His group frequently publishes at top venues including USENIX Security, CCS, PETS, WWW, and CHI, often with empirical, data-driven methodologies. 2017 CSIS Fellow 2019 Carnegie IT Dean Early Career Fellow 2020 Allen Newell Award for Research Excellence 2023 IEEE S&P Test-of-Time Award Best Paper Awards at CHI 2017 and USENIX Security 2016 Best Student Paper at USENIX Security 2014 2024 Best Portuguese Internet Research Award Christin advises a vibrant research group of Ph.D. students and has mentored numerous graduates who now hold positions at Meta, AWS, NIST, Palo Alto Networks, and academia. He co-directs the Secure Blockchain Initiative and has directed the Societal Computing Ph.D. program. His research is supported by the NSF, DHS, Google, Ripple, CMU Portugal, and other public and private entities. He has served on program committees for top security conferences and testified before the U.S. Congress on data monetization and illicit finance.
Dr. hab. Kinga Machowicz, Professor at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, holds a prominent position in the Department of International Economics under the Faculty of Social Sciences. Her academic work bridges human rights, organizational management, and legal-economic intersections, with a focus on international relations and corporate ethics. Research Themes: Human rights philosophy, freedom of expression in digital contexts, corporate social responsibility, and privacy law. Key Awards: Rector's Internal Award (2009, 2013). Leadership Roles: Editor-in-Chief of scientific journals like Human Rights Protection Practice and co-editor of Modern Public Administration . Conference Contributions: Organized/chaired national conferences on management trends and human rights. Publications: Authored peer-reviewed books and articles analyzing human rights in economic transactions, media ethics, and legal frameworks.
Cédric Poretti is an Assistant Professor at the EHL Hospitality Business School, affiliated with the HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts. His expertise spans finance, accounting, corporate governance, and audit, with a focus on hospitality industry strategies, gender diversity in leadership, and financial reporting quality. He holds a BSc in Hospitality Management from HES-SO/EHL and actively contributes to academic research through numerous peer-reviewed publications. Education - BSc in Hospitality and Professions de l'accueil (HES-SO/EHL) Research Interests Dr. Poretti’s research explores the intersection of business strategy and financial outcomes, particularly in hospitality firms. Key themes include: the impact of gender diversity on financial reporting, audit quality determinants, asset-light strategies' market reactions, and the consequences of corporate tax avoidance. His work combines empirical analysis with mixed-method approaches, often addressing real-world challenges like pandemic-driven market shifts. Grants & Projects - Gender diversity all over the firm: Consequences of financial reporting feminization (2020–2021, CHF 99,700) - Multiple industry-funded studies examining hospitality firm valuations and governance. Recent Trends in Publications His 2023–2024 articles highlight negative market reactions to sustainability disclosures, audit premium effects of female auditors, and the strategic implications of asset-light models in crises. Collaborations with scholars like Tiphaine Jérôme and Alain Schatt underscore interdisciplinary approaches to complex financial issues.
Prof. Paul Smeets is a Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Amsterdam, specializing in the Finance Section. His research focuses on behavioral economics, sustainable finance, and the decision-making processes in financial markets. He examines topics such as donor behavior, sustainability preferences among investors and pension members, and the impact of ESG factors on financial decisions. Smeets has conducted field experiments analyzing charitable giving, climate risk pricing, and cross-country comparisons of sustainable investment behavior. His work bridges theoretical models with practical applications in development finance, pension policy, and corporate social responsibility. Notable studies include investigations into overconfidence biases among investors, the role of prior beliefs in aid effectiveness, and the effects of negative ESG news on corporate dividend policies. Education details are not explicitly listed in the provided text, but his academic output spans experimental economics, financial markets, and public policy. Research has been published in leading journals, with a focus on behavioral aspects of finance and development. He collaborates internationally, evidenced by studies in Bangladesh and multi-country experiments in Europe. No ancillary activities or awards are listed in the provided information. Advising and grants: While specific advisee names are not listed, his research often involves field experiments and institutional partnerships, suggesting involvement in graduate training and collaborative projects. Grants may support his work on pension preferences, development interventions, and behavioral experiments. Labs/teams: No specific lab affiliations are mentioned, but his interdisciplinary work suggests collaboration with behavioral economists, development specialists, and financial institutions.
Kish Parella is the Class of 1960 Professor of Ethics and Law at Washington and Lee University’s School of Law. Specializing in corporate governance and international law, she explores how corporations navigate legal and ethical obligations in global contexts. Her work bridges corporate decision-making with international norms, particularly in areas like human rights, sustainability, and geopolitical conflict. Before academia, she practiced international arbitration at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. Her research addresses corporate responses to crises (e.g., the Russia-Ukraine conflict), stakeholder activism, and boardroom compliance with international law. She has advised governments, corporations, and UN bodies and serves on the Executive Council of the American Society of International Law. Notable achievements include the 2021 Hoeber Award for Excellence in Research and the 2024 Teacher of the Year award. Her teaching emphasizes practical legal problem-solving, integrating real-world case studies into courses like Contracts and Corporate Compliance. Key affiliations include the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI) as a Research Member, Oxford University’s Centre for Corporate Reputation (International Research Fellow), and leadership roles in the Global Business and Human Rights Scholars Association.
George Onofrei is Professor and Senior Lecturer in Supply Chain Management at Atlantic Technological University, where he chairs the Business Research Innovation Network Group (BRING) and contributes to the Design, Innovation, Creativity, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Academy (DICE). His research targets sustainable operations with emphasis on circular economy transitions. Core research domains include: Sustainable supply chain innovation and circular business models Operational resilience during disruptions Data analytics for supply chain optimization Socioeconomic dimensions of industrial sustainability Publications demonstrate extensive cross-sector applications including agribusiness, manufacturing, and retail, with consistent focus on the triple bottom line. Recent work examines how environmental certifications and customer pressures drive process innovations in global supply chains.
Dr. Nusiebeh Alrwashdeh is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting at Cardiff School of Management, Cardiff Metropolitan University. With a strong academic foundation in finance and accounting, she contributes to both teaching and research activities within the School of Management. Dr. Alrwashdeh's research interests focus on banking, finance, risk management, and financial inclusivity, particularly within emerging markets contexts. Her work demonstrates expertise in both theoretical and applied finance, with significant contributions to understanding Jordanian banking systems and the intersection of financial practices with environmental concerns. Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on banking risk analysis, financial inclusivity, and corporate finance in emerging economies. These works have appeared in reputable journals including Cogent Economics and Finance, Research in International Business and Finance, and The Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance. Dr. Alrwashdeh holds professional qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (CISI-UK) and maintains active membership as an Associate Fellow.
Andrew Inkpen is a Professor at Copenhagen Business School, affiliated with the Department of International Economics, Government and Business. His work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals through international business strategy and geopolitical risk analysis. Current: Professor, Copenhagen Business School Focus: International Economics, Government and Business Research interests include: Business strategy and global market expansion Geopolitical risk management in energy sectors International joint ventures and cross-border collaborations Corporate governance and stakeholder dynamics Sustainable business practices aligned with SDGs Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Strategic responses to institutional pressures Chinese multinational enterprises' global strategies Political risk mitigation in oil/gas industries International business collaboration frameworks Active in teaching case development and academic research, with current publications spanning journal articles, books, and educational materials.
Professor Robin Hui Huang is a leading academic at The Chinese University of Hong Kong , holding the highest academic rank (Band A3) in the Faculty of Law . He also serves as a Courtesy Joint Professor in the Finance Department of CUHK Business School. Previously a tenured Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales, he now holds an Adjunct Professor position there. His academic journey began at Tsinghua University, where he earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Law, followed by an LLM, and culminated in a PhD from UNSW. Huang is an internationally recognized expert in corporate law, securities regulation, and law & technology with a focus on China, drawing on comparative and empirical methodologies.
Rui Albuquerque is a Professor of Finance at Boston College's Carroll School of Management with prior appointments at Boston University, University of Rochester, and Portuguese Catholic University. His research in capital markets, international finance, and corporate governance appears in premier journals including the Journal of Finance and Journal of Financial Economics. His expertise spans executive compensation design, ESG integration, shareholder activism dynamics, and governance mechanisms affecting firm risk. Current work examines corporate purpose alignment, political activism impacts, and systemic risk transmission through empirical and theoretical frameworks. Recent publications (2019-2024) demonstrate concentrated focus on ESG stock resilience during market shocks like COVID-19, incentive structures in executive pay, and international governance spillovers from cross-border mergers. His methodology combines rigorous econometric analysis with institutional context to address real-world financial market challenges. Scientific recognition includes: 2008 Smith Breeden Distinguished Paper Prize (Journal of Finance) 2008 and 2013 Finance Prizes (ECGI) 2003 Lamfalussy Fellowship (European Central Bank) As associate editor for Journal of Banking and Finance and Portuguese Economic Journal, Professor Albuquerque shapes scholarly discourse while consulting for the Bank of Portugal and World Bank. His advisory impact extends through keynote addresses at major conferences including the Global Corporate Governance Colloquium, though specific student mentorship details remain unreported in source materials.
Dr. Bharatendra Rai is a Professor and Chairperson of the Decision & Information Sciences department at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's Charlton College of Business. His academic and research profile spans over two decades with contributions to business analytics, data mining, and reliability engineering. He teaches core business courses like MIS 101: The Business Organization and POM 212: Business Statistics , focusing on operations management and data-driven decision-making. PhD in Industrial Engineering (Wayne State University, 2004) MTech in Quality, Reliability & OR (Indian Statistical Institute, 1993) MSc in Statistics (Meerut University, 1991) His research interests include business analytics , deep learning , big data research , and reliability prediction , with applications in healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services. Recent publications cover topics from LSTM neural networks for sentiment classification to quantum computing in healthcare and energy efficiency optimization in renewable projects. Advising and grants: No formal advisees listed, but he has mentored students through University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's Big Data Club (winner of DataFest 2023's Best Data Visualization) and Data Challenge Kaggle initiatives. Collaborative projects include partnerships with NVIDIA and Dell on AI research.
Silvia Pilonato is an Associate Professor of Business Economics (ECON-06/A, previously SECS-P/07) at the Department of Management, University of Bergamo, where she has served since March 2021. She holds significant administrative responsibilities as Deputy Director of the Department of Management, Member of the Research Quality Committee, and Member of the PhD Board in Economics and Management. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Economics and Management from the University of Padua. Dr. Pilonato's research spans multiple critical areas in accounting and business economics, with particular focus on Corporate Social Responsibility reporting, control systems in public administrations, cost accounting in service companies, criminal firms, and corruption analysis. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications across public sector, non-profit, and corporate contexts. She has published extensively in high-impact journals, with recent work examining pandemic-related accounting challenges, public sector accountability, and corruption networks. Her research output demonstrates consistent evolution from early work on local government strategic processes (2005) to contemporary analyses of pandemic-era accounting challenges (2025). The publications reveal a trajectory moving from traditional public sector accounting toward more innovative applications examining corruption networks, social media's role in non-profit accountability, and pandemic-related financial reporting challenges. Her work consistently addresses institutional complexity and control systems across multiple sectors. Dr. Pilonato maintains active professional engagement through memberships in: CSEAR (Center for Social and Environmental Accounting Research) EAA (European Accounting Association) AIDEA (Italian Academy of Business Administration) SIDREA (Italian Society of Accounting and Business Administration) She also serves on the Editorial Board of Accounting Forum and Accounting, Accountability & Auditing Journal, and is a member of the Scientific Committee of Public Company. Her teaching portfolio includes undergraduate and graduate courses in Management Control, Strategic Management Accounting, and Business Economics, reflecting her expertise across both theoretical and applied dimensions of her field.
A.G. Harmon serves as Clinical Professor of Law and Associate Dean of Bench and Bar Programs at the Columbus School of Law, The Catholic University of America. With a distinguished career spanning legal education, scholarship, and practice, Professor Harmon brings expertise in legal writing, jurisprudence, and the intersection of law and literature. His academic journey includes a J.D. from The University of Tennessee, a Ph.D. in English from The Catholic University of America, and an M.A. in English from The University of New Hampshire. Professor Harmon's research interests focus on Legal Writing and Advocacy , Jurisprudence and Philosophy of Law , Law and Literature , Shakespeare and Law , Legal Education , and Logic and Argumentation . His scholarly work examines how legal principles function as communication and explores the philosophical foundations of law through literary analysis. He has published extensively on legal writing pedagogy, the Hart-Fuller debate in jurisprudence, and the portrayal of legal concepts in Shakespeare's works. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent engagement with fundamental questions about the nature of law, legal communication, and advocacy. Professor Harmon has examined the Hart-Fuller debate through linguistic pragmatics, analyzed free speech and civility in law schools, and explored the nuances of legal drafting for international contexts. His work often bridges theoretical jurisprudence with practical legal skills, reflecting his commitment to both the philosophical and practical dimensions of legal education. Among his notable honors are the 2017 Mary, Mirror of Justice Award from Columbus School of Law, recognition as a BioLogos Foundation Grant Winner in 2015, and the prestigious Peter Taylor Prize for the Novel in 2002 for his book "A House All Stilled." His literary achievements also include being a runner-up for the William Faulkner-William Wisdom Award for the Novel in 2007. Professor Harmon has made significant contributions to legal education through his textbooks "The Complete Advocate" and "The Complete Advocate II," which provide comprehensive resources for representing clients in various legal contexts. His teaching portfolio includes Lawyering Skills, Advanced Legal Research and Writing, Law Journal Writing, Law Journal Editing, Law and Literature, and Jurisprudence, demonstrating his commitment to developing well-rounded legal professionals.
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