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Dr. Aloysius Marcus Kahindi is a Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in International Sustainable Development at the University of Victoria. He holds a PhD in International Management & Sociology from Trinity College Dublin, along with prior degrees in Philosophy and Organizational Sociology. His research focuses on multinational enterprises (MNEs) strategies in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly examining interactions between formal/informal institutions, political risks, and sustainable development. Key areas include corruption management, FDI impacts, and indigenous knowledge systems. Education: Diploma & BA in Philosophy & Religious Studies, Pontifical Urbaniana University MSc in Organizational Sociology, University College Dublin PhD in International Management & Sociology, Trinity College Dublin Research emphasizes how MNEs navigate complex governance challenges in East/Central Africa, leveraging insights from informal entrepreneurs and marginalized communities. Recent work explores refugee market dynamics and micro social order creation in 'fringe' institutional contexts. He collaborates with institutions like Simon Fraser University and has published in top journals including Strategic Management Journal and Journal of International Business Studies . Awards include the 2021 Canada Research Chair and recognition from the Journal of Business Ethics . Teaching focuses on Strategic Management and Sustainable Innovation at both BCom and MBA levels. Grants total over CAD 300k from SSHRC and other agencies, supporting projects on FDI in fragile states and CSR communication strategies. Current research projects investigate decolonizing development frameworks and the role of ethnic solidarity in emerging markets.

• International Business Strategy
• Political Risk Management
• Sustainable Development
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Dr. Marcia Schulmeister serves as Director and Teaching Professor in the Environmental Geology Programs at the University of Kansas Edwards Campus, with a dual appointment in the Department of Geology. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in applied hydrogeology and geochemistry, focusing on contaminated site remediation and groundwater management. Her professional work spans government agencies in the U.S., China, Thailand, and Germany, addressing soil and groundwater contamination challenges. Dr. Schulmeister holds prestigious titles including Fellow of the Geological Society of America and Fulbright Scholar. She contributes to academic leadership as associate editor for professional journals and serves on multiple boards. Her research explores innovative methods like electrical resistivity tomography and direct-push geochemical profiling, with recent emphasis on virtual geology education and international environmental projects in Thailand and Vietnam. Key Expertise: Hydrogeology field methods, contaminant transport modeling, karst terrain studies International Experience: Collaborations in China, Thailand, Germany, and Vietnam Teaching Innovation: Pioneering online geoscience education for non-traditional students Her work integrates field-based learning through the Robert P. Harrison Field Station and virtual museum tours. Current research trends emphasize climate change impacts on groundwater systems and geohazard mitigation for infrastructure protection.

• Hydrogeology
• Geochemistry
• Environmental Geology
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Professor Martin Shields is a faculty member in the Department of Economics at Colorado State University (CSU), serving as the Director of Undergraduate Studies. He holds a PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research focuses on regional economic growth, labor market outcomes, and the economic impacts of natural hazards and policy interventions. Shields specializes in modeling the effects of renewable energy transitions, disaster resilience strategies, and socioeconomic policy. His teaching includes courses such as Intermediate Microeconomics, Labor Economics, and Regional Economics. He has conducted influential studies on the economic implications of 100% renewable energy transitions (e.g., LA100 and PR100 projects) and has evaluated disaster mitigation strategies in regions like Puerto Rico and Utah. His work integrates engineering, environmental science, and economic modeling to address real-world challenges. Shields' research spans climate adaptation, infrastructure resilience, and energy policy. Notable projects include analyzing the economic impacts of improved weather forecasting systems (e.g., HRRR model) and assessing the effects of financial relief delays on disaster recovery. His interdisciplinary approach bridges economic theory with practical policy design, emphasizing equity and sustainability. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to regional economic analysis and policy are widely recognized. Shields collaborates with government agencies, academic institutions, and community organizations to inform evidence-based decision-making. His advisory and grant activities, while not explicitly detailed, are implied through his extensive research portfolio and leadership roles.

• Regional Economics
• Labor Economics
• Environmental Policy
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Dr. Saptarshi Sengupta is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at San José State University (SJSU), leading the Machine Intelligence and Complex Systems (MICoSys) Lab. He advises the ACM student club at SJSU and holds a 'Alien of Extraordinary Ability' visa (Einstein Visa) from USCIS. His work focuses on resilient cyber-physical systems, risk analysis, and deep learning applications in healthcare and industrial systems. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Vanderbilt University M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Vanderbilt University B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication Engineering, West Bengal University of Technology Research Interests: Cyber-Physical Systems Security Healthcare AI for Cancer and Chronic Disease Prediction Battery Prognostics and Energy Systems Machine Learning for Complex Systems Analysis Key Achievements: Dr. T.M.A. Pai Gold Medal Award for Healthcare AI contributions Recipient of multiple best paper awards at international conferences Author of over 30 peer-reviewed publications Labs & Teams: Leads the MICoSys Lab, developing AI solutions for healthcare diagnostics, industrial prognostics, and smart infrastructure systems. Collaborations include interdisciplinary projects with biomedical and engineering domains.

• Cyber Physical Systems
• Risk/Reliability Analysis
• Deep Learning
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Veronica Graham is a new media artist and printmaker serving as Lecturer in Stanford University's Department of Art & Art History. Based in Oakland and Portland, she founded the design studio Most Ancient in 2010, specializing in experimental comics and exploration games. Her interdisciplinary practice bridges digital media and analog print publishing through poetic world-building that confronts contemporary environmental and social challenges. Her research centers on virtual reality narratives, climate-focused printmaking, and surrealist comics that explore internalized fictions. Key projects include the VR experience Diatribes (2024), examining fears about global warming through a haunted house framework, and the Global Warming Agitprop Posters series (2020-present) using phosphorescent materials to visualize ecological instability. She employs techniques like Wang tile systems for pattern generation and split fountain printing to stretch technical boundaries. 2025 Writer-in-Residence, Writing Space, Chicago 2024 IndieCade Impact Award Nominee for Diatribes 2022 Oculus Launch Pad Grant Recipient 2019 Best American Comics Notable Comics selection 2017 Artist’s Book Residency Grant, Women’s Studio Workshop Graham’s work appears in MoMA, NYPL, and SFMOMA collections. Her VR projects have been presented at Kala Art Institute, Printed Matter (NYC), and Sónar+D. As an educator, she lectures on virtual reality at Stanford and has conducted workshops at institutions including Tufts University and UC Berkeley. Her studio Most Ancient functions as both creative laboratory and publishing platform, supporting collaborative projects like Real Milk (2023) which examines agricultural automation through translucent book design.

• Virtual Reality Art
• Experimental Comics
• Climate Change Art
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Naomi Bagdonas is a Lecturer in Management at the Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB), specializing in Marketing. She teaches courses on humor's strategic role in business and leadership, including 'Humor: Serious Business' and 'Rethinking Purpose.' Her research focuses on cognitive psychology, humor application in corporate settings, entrepreneurship, and brand strategy. Affiliations: Stanford GSB (2016–present), Deloitte (2009–present), IDEO (2014) Education: MBA, Stanford GSB (2015); BA in Economics & Psychology, Claremont McKenna College (2009) Her work bridges humor science with executive leadership, helping organizations mitigate human barriers to innovation through interactive experiences. She designs workshops for Fortune 500 companies and high-profile individuals, including media training for TV appearances and UN forums. Co-author of Humor, Seriously (2021), she explores humor’s impact on communication, brand perception, and team alignment. Bagdonas’ cases analyze humor’s role in global firms like McKinsey, Google, and Coursera, emphasizing cultural shifts and leadership authenticity. She also teaches improv comedy to SF County Jail inmates, blending professional expertise with community engagement.

• Cognitive Psychology
• Humor in Business
• Entrepreneurship
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Professor Ian O'Hara is Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), leading strategic initiatives in bioeconomy development. He holds roles as Queensland's Biofutures Industry Envoy and Senior Editor of the EFB Bioeconomy Journal. His research focuses on biofuels, biorefining, and sustainable biomass processing, with expertise in techno-economic analysis and industrial biotechnology. Education: PhD (QUT), MBA (Deakin University), BEng (University of Queensland). Professional memberships include MIEAust (CPEng) and Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. Research interests include biofuel production systems, biomass valorization, and pilot-scale biorefinery development (e.g., Mackay Renewable Biocommodities Pilot Plant). He leads ARC-funded projects on synthetic biology and bioplastics, emphasizing bioeconomy policy and industrial innovation. Recent publications highlight advancements in hydrogen production, machine learning for biomass processing, and sustainable materials from agricultural waste. Awards recognize his editorial, advisory, and keynote contributions to global bioeconomy forums. Grants include ARC Centres of Excellence and industry partnerships. Supervision focuses on bio-based product development and resource optimization.

• Bioeconomy
• Bioenergy
• Biofuels
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Dr Belen Marti-Cardona is an Associate Professor in Earth Observation and Hydrology at the University of Surrey's School of Sustainability, Civil and Environmental Engineering. She holds a PhD, MSc, and MEng, with expertise in hydrological/hydraulic modelling and Earth observation technologies (e.g., SAR, thermal, optical imagery). Her research focuses on remote sensing applications for environmental engineering, including soil moisture analysis, river restoration, and urban growth monitoring. She also works as a data scientist integrating Earth observation into commercial products. Her research projects include the £88,112-funded 'Remote quantification of soil organic carbon,' examining topographic influences on soil carbon distribution. She has led studies on UK bridge vulnerability to instream wood accumulation and developed machine learning methods like HyperKon for hyperspectral image analysis. Key publications span 2019–2025, covering topics from Lake Poopó's ecological crisis to nature-based solutions for natural hazard mitigation. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining numerical modelling, satellite remote sensing, and field data to address water resource sustainability and infrastructure resilience. Dr Marti-Cardona collaborates with global partners on projects like Zambia's Kitwe City river restoration and has advised on thermal impact modelling for reservoirs using satellite imagery. Her teaching and research align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 6 (Clean Water) and Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities).

• Remote Sensing
• Hydrological Modelling
• Water Resources Sustainability
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Andrew Needham is an Associate Professor of History at NYU's College of Arts & Science. He specializes in 20th-century US history, with emphases on environmental history, American Indian studies, and urban/suburban development in the American West. His scholarship examines how energy production, infrastructure, and regional politics shaped modern America. Notable works include 'Power Lines' (2014), analyzing Phoenix's growth through energy networks, and studies on Navajo energy exploitation. His research connects resource colonialism, tribal sovereignty, and metropolitan expansion, revealing tensions between technological progress and social equity. Professor Needham's articles have won awards, including the Urban History Association's Best Article prize (2009).

• US History
• Environmental History
• American Indian Studies
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Prof. Dr. Peter Deuss is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen's Engineering and Technology Institute Groningen (ENTEG), part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His work focuses on catalytic processing of sustainable resources like lignocellulosic biomass and mixed plastic waste to produce bio-based chemicals and fuels. He leads research on lignin valorization, carbon circularity, and chemical plastic recycling, emphasizing integrated catalytic processes that combine separation and conversion steps. Education: BSc/MSc in Chemistry (University of Amsterdam, 2006) PhD in Catalysis (University of St Andrews, 2011) Postdoctoral Research at MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (2011–2013) and University of Groningen (2013–2016) Research Interests: Developing catalytic technologies for renewable resource conversion, including lignin depolymerization, plastic recycling, and biomass fractionation. Key methods involve mild organosolv extraction, hydrotreatment, and advanced characterization techniques. Key Projects: Closing Carbon Cycles with Renewable Amines (3CRA) Woodlig (NWO-XL) Circular Foam Horizon 2020 INREP Plastic Recycling Awards: 2019 Green Chemistry Outstanding Reviewer Recognition. Teaching: Courses on Industrial Organic Chemistry, Catalysis, and Bio-Based Products at the BSc and MSc levels in Chemical Engineering. Labs/Teams: Leads the Green Chemical Reaction Engineering group within ENTEG, collaborating on biorefinery processes and catalytic innovation.

• Chemicals from Renewable Resources
• Lignin Valorization
• Plastic Recycling
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Stephen E. Gent is a Professor of Political Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He holds a B.A. from the University of Mississippi (1999), and M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Rochester (2003, 2005). His research focuses on conflict processes, particularly the role of third parties in international and civil conflicts, and how economic competition drives territorial disputes. His influential 2021 book Market Power Politics examines how states pursue market dominance through conflict and mediation. Gent has also published widely in journals like the Journal of Politics and Journal of Conflict Resolution . Education : B.A., University of Mississippi, 1999 M.A., University of Rochester, 2003 Ph.D., University of Rochester, 2005 His research interests include mediation effectiveness, rebel group behavior, civilian victimization in war, and the strategic use of military intervention. He has received the 2022 Hedley Bull Prize in International Relations for his theoretical contributions. His work bridges formal theory, quantitative methods, and real-world case studies, with a focus on how power dynamics shape international conflict outcomes. Gent’s articles analyze topics like peace agreement durability, NGO accountability dilemmas, and the political economy of arbitration. His recent work addresses contemporary issues such as China’s South China Sea strategy and partisan polarization’s impact on U.S. foreign policy credibility. Awards : 2022 Hedley Bull Prize (European Consortium for Political Research) Grants/Advising : While specific grants are not detailed, his extensive publication record indicates sustained research funding. He has advised multiple students in political methodology and conflict studies, though explicit student names are not listed in available texts.

• Conflict Processes
• International Relations
• Formal Theory
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Dip Kapoor is a Professor in the Department of Educational Policy Studies at the University of Alberta, Canada. His primary research focuses on colonial/racial capitalist development, globalization, and resistance in Indigenous, peasant, and migrant labor movements across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. He has held roles including tenure-track positions at McGill University and voluntary Research Associate at the Center for Research and Development Solidarity (CRDS) in India since 2006. Education: PhD in Education from the University of Alberta. Key Roles: Editor of major works like Contesting Colonial Capitalism (2025) and Against Colonization & Rural Dispossession (2017). Principal Investigator on SSHRC grants addressing casteism in Indian schools and learning in migrant worker struggles. Research Interests: Kapoor explores intersections of education, anti-colonial movements, and resistance to development-led dispossession. His work critiques neoliberal globalization’s impact on marginalized communities and emphasizes participatory action research (PAR) methodologies. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles and edited volumes, including seminal works analyzing Indigenous land struggles, peasant mobilizations, and migrant labor advocacy. His 2025 book Contesting Colonial Capitalism highlights global anti-colonial resistance strategies. Awards/Recognition: His 2017 volume was selected as a top resource by the Bretton Woods Project. Recipient of SSHRC grants (2006–2027) totaling over $600k. Advising & Grants: Supervised 13 PhDs, 16 M.Ed theses, and served as committee member for 26 candidates. Active in funding initiatives linking academic research to grassroots movements. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with CRDS in India and global networks like the Oakland Institute to amplify marginalized voices in anti-dispossession struggles.

• Social Justice
• Education Policy
• Colonial Studies
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Dr Laura Harper is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Architecture at Monash University, part of the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture. She holds a PhD in Architecture from Monash (2018), with research focusing on material systems, urban geology, and sustainable design. Her work bridges academic research and professional practice, including collaborations with firms like NMBW Architecture Studio and Roland Snooks. Research Interests: Laura explores material processes and their connections to urban environments, particularly geological influences on cities. Key areas include the 'Afterlife of Mines,' urban fringe quarries, and Indigenous-led water design. She leads projects like the Repair of Memory and Place collaboration with the Boon Wurrung Foundation and Melbourne Water. Projects and Grants: Current projects include the Monash Urban Lab's 20-Minute Neighbourhoods initiative and funded work with the NSW Government's Building 4.0 CRC. She has contributed to significant built works such as the award-winning Box Hill Gardens (AIA Urban Design Award 2014) and Point Lonsdale House (AIA New Residential Award 2016). Awards: Laura and her teams have received multiple architecture awards, including the 2016 National Architecture Award for Residential Architecture and the 2023 ArchitectureAU Social Impact Commendation for St Albans Housing . Teaching and Practice: Laura teaches at Monash while practicing collaboratively with Roland Snooks, exploring advanced manufacturing and material innovation. She is a graduate research supervisor and actively participates in public lectures and exhibitions.

• Architecture
• Urban Design
• Materials Science
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Alberto Ferrante is a Lecturer and Researcher at the Faculty of Informatics of the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), affiliated with the IDSIA (Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence) USI/SUPSI. His work bridges cybersecurity, embedded systems, and AI applications, particularly in IoT and pest control. He holds a PhD from Università degli Studi di Milano (2006) and an MSc from Politecnico di Milano (2002). Research Interests: Ferrante focuses on Secure communication protocols and embedded systems security Malware detection and resource-optimized hardware solutions Machine learning applications for IoT, including agricultural pest monitoring and healthcare diagnostics Cyber-physical systems design and security-enhanced embedded systems His publications emphasize practical implementations, such as AI-driven UAVs for pest control and low-power drone systems for environmental monitoring. He actively contributes to tech transfer projects with industry partners and participates in major conferences like ICC and Globecom as a TPC member. He teaches the Master’s course Edge Computing in the IoT and collaborates on hardware-software co-design for security-critical systems. His work often integrates real-world constraints like energy efficiency and computational resource limitations. Key contributions include frameworks for dynamic security adaptation in wireless sensor networks and hardware-accelerated security for embedded systems.

• Communication Security
• Embedded Systems Security
• Design of Embedded Systems
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Ahmed AbuRa'ed is a Researcher at the Department of Information and Communication Technologies (DTIC) at Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), Barcelona. He is affiliated with the TALN research group and the Large-Scale Text Understanding Systems Lab. His work focuses on advancing knowledge in scientific text summarization, information extraction, and machine learning. Education: PhD in Computer Science (2020), UPF, Barcelona, Spain M.Sc. in Computer Science (2015), University of Trento, Italy B.Sc. in Computer Information Systems (2007), An-Najah University, Nablus, Palestine Research Interests: Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning/Deep Learning, Semantic Web, Information Extraction, Data Mining, and Scientific Document Summarization. His projects include developing systems for automatic generation of state-of-the-art reports, scientific text summarization, and cross-document relation discovery. Publications Focus: His 15 most recent articles (2016–2021) emphasize advancements in scientific literature analysis, including citation detection, text simplification, and cross-document summarization. Notable works involve systems like LaSTUS/TALN for scientific text processing and OlloBot for Arabic health dialogue agents. Labs & Teams: Active member of the TALN research group and the Large-Scale Text Understanding Systems Lab at UPF's DTIC department. Open to collaborations in NLP, Machine Learning, and related fields via email or Skype.

• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
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