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Alejandro ArrietaView profile

Researcher

• Health Policy
• Global Health
• Health Economics
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Dr. Alejandro Arrieta is a health economist and researcher at Florida International University, specializing in health policy, global health, and economics. His work focuses on healthcare financing, organizational structures, and their impacts on care quality and utilization, particularly in Latin America. He has conducted studies on the economic impacts of chronic diseases, cost-benefit analyses of healthcare interventions, and policy reforms affecting health systems. Education: PhD in Health Economics from Rutgers University (2008). Research Interests: Dr. Arrieta's research examines healthcare system reforms, private sector roles in health systems, physician incentives, and chronic disease economics. He has explored topics such as hypertension self-management, diabetes control programs, and smoking cessation strategies. His work emphasizes Latin America, analyzing issues like cesarean section overuse, healthcare access disparities, and pandemic responses. Grants & Advising: He has served as a principal investigator and consultant on studies evaluating healthcare policies and interventions. Courses taught include Global Health Security and Capstone Projects. Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned in available texts, but his collaborative research involves international partners on health policy and global health initiatives.

Elizabeth Carla ForsytheView profile

Associate Professor

• Labor Market Analysis
• Employment Policy
• Unemployment Insurance
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Elizabeth Carla Forsythe is an Associate Professor in both the School of Labor and Employment Relations and the Department of Economics at the University of Illinois. She holds additional roles as Director of Doctoral Admissions in Economics and DEI and Climate Officer for the Economics department. Her research focuses on labor markets, employment policies, and the economic impacts of crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work examines topics such as unemployment insurance, minimum wage policies, and the distributional effects of public policies. Notable contributions include analyses of the CARES Act, firm-level hiring dynamics, and pandemic-related labor market disparities. Forsythe’s research has been cited in policy discussions and widely read on platforms like Mendeley and X. As an academic leader, she oversees doctoral admissions and promotes inclusive academic environments through her DEI role. Her scholarship bridges labor economics and public policy, addressing both theoretical and applied questions in contemporary economic challenges.

Dana B MukamelView profile

Professor

• Health Services Research
• Quality of Care
• Public Reporting
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Dana B. Mukamel is a Professor at the University of California, Irvine , with appointments in the School of Medicine , School of Public Health , and School of Nursing . She serves as Director of the iTEQC Research Program and is a Fellow at the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research . Her work focuses on health services research, quality improvement, and policy analysis in long-term care. Research Interests: Public reporting systems (e.g., Nursing Home Compare), regulatory impacts on care quality, health disparities (race/ethnicity, rural-urban gaps), Medicare/Medicaid policy, and staffing dynamics in healthcare facilities. Key Contributions: Pioneering research on nursing home staffing patterns, racial disparities in cardiac care, and digital mental health implementation. Her 2023-2025 publications address emerging challenges like AI ethics in clinical communication and pandemic-era telehealth expansion. Scientific Awards: Fellow, UCLA Center for Health Policy Research Research Grants: NIH R01 AG023177 (Long-term care quality) AHRQ HS021844 (Healthcare delivery) NIH AG027420 (Health equity)

Paul LacazeView profile

Professor

• Public Health Genomics
• Human Genomics
• Population Genetics and Genomics
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Professor Paul Lacaze is a leading researcher at the Victorian Heart Institute (VHI) at Monash University , holding a NHMRC Investigator Leadership Grant and Heart Foundation Future Leader Fellowship . He is the Chief Investigator A (CIA) of the DNA Screen national pilot study, which provides preventive population DNA screening for 10,000 healthy adults, and the A-GLIMMER project, monitoring Australia’s moratorium on genetic test use in life insurance. Lacaze leads the genomics program for the ASPREE study, the nation’s largest aging cohort trial. His research spans large-scale genomic cohort studies, ethical/legal/social implications of genomics, and preventative cardiovascular strategies. PhD in Genomics, University of Edinburgh MSc in Systems Biology, University of Edinburgh BSc in Science (Genomics & Biotechnology), University of Melbourne International Baccalaureate, Ivanhoe Grammar School His research interests focus on public health genomics , preventive medicine , and genetic policy , with significant contributions to cardiovascular disease , ageing , dementia , and cancer . Recent trends in his work include genomic risk stratification , pharmacogenetics in older adults , and policy analysis of genetic non-discrimination laws . Australian Government Department of Health – 2022 MRFF Profile European Society of Human Genetics (2018) – Top 10 Abstracts Wellcome Trust Genome Campus (2016) – Human Genome Analysis Rhodes Award for General Excellence (1997) Millennium Science Outstanding Achievement (2013) Lacaze actively advises PhD students and collaborates with institutions like the Massachusetts General Hospital , Royal Melbourne Hospital , and Garvan Institute . His grants include the NHMRC Investigator Grant and Victorian Cancer Agency funding . He founded the Australian Genetic Non-Discrimination Working Group , influencing a parliamentary inquiry into life insurance practices, and contributes to patient groups like Rare Voices Australia and Pink Hope .

• Global Health
• Epidemiology
• Disability Inclusion
• +3 more

Professor Hannah Kuper is a Professor of Epidemiology at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), where she has worked since 2002. She is the founder and Co-Director of the International Centre for Evidence in Disability, dedicated to advancing research and teaching on global disability issues. Her work focuses on improving health equity for people with disabilities in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), with a particular emphasis on healthcare access, disability inclusion in development programs, and policy advocacy. She holds a ScD in Epidemiology from Harvard University and a BA in Human Sciences from Oxford University. Her professional roles include Co-Chair of the Lancet Commission on Disability and Health, and she leads an FCDO-funded grant examining disability inclusion strategies. She has held progressive academic positions at LSHTM, including Reader (2013–2016), Senior Lecturer (2006–2013), and Lecturer (2002–2006). Additionally, she served as a Research Fellow at UCL (2020–2022). Her research interests span global health equity, disability epidemiology, and health system reforms. Notable projects include the Lancet Commission on Disability and Health, the Missing Billion Initiative, and evaluations of disability-inclusive interventions in Uganda, Chile, Malawi, and Brazil. She has supervised 18 doctoral students to completion, including current advisees focusing on disability healthcare access. Grants: Leads a major FCDO-funded grant on disability inclusion and an NIHR Global Research Professorship. Awards: NIHR Global Research Professorship (2025). Professional Activities: Member of the WHO World Report on Disability and Health Committee, UNICEF Evidence and Gap Map on Disability, and the Special Olympics Inclusive Health Committee. Her work has produced over 460 publications, focusing on topics such as disability access barriers, healthcare equity, and policy reforms. She also contributes to educational initiatives, including leading MOOCs on disability and teaching epidemiology.

• Actuarial Science
• Risk Management
• Financial Services
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Dr Aaron Bruhn is a Senior Lecturer in Actuarial Studies at The Australian National University's Research School of Finance, Actuarial Studies & Statistics. He holds a PhD in Actuarial Studies and a Master's in Mathematics, alongside professional qualifications including Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His academic qualifications include: PhD in Actuarial Studies Masters by Research in Mathematics Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors Research interests focus on actuarial applications in risk management, financial ethics, superannuation policy, climate risk, and consumer behavior. He has explored topics such as mortality modeling, financial literacy, and the human impact of economic crises through over 30 publications. Notable achievements include supervising 30+ research students and extensive involvement in actuarial education via the Actuaries Institute (2008–2022). His work bridges academia and practice, with prior experience as a life insurance actuary, defense ministry adviser, and part-time actuarial consultant. Awards include Fellowships in actuarial and educational excellence, reflecting his contributions to professional standards and teaching innovation.

Leslie Verteramo ChiuView profile

Researcher

• Agricultural Economics
• Risk Management
• Food Value Chains
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Leslie Verteramo Chiu is a Researcher at the Tata-Cornell Institute (TCI) within Cornell University’s Department of Global Development. His work focuses on risk management strategies for smallholder farmers, food-value chain optimization, and agricultural finance in developing countries. He evaluates interventions impacting farmer producer organizations, particularly in Mexico. Dr. Chiu holds a PhD in Applied Economics from Cornell, an MSc in Quality and Productivity from Monterrey Tech (Mexico), and a BSc in Business and Economics from Sophia University (Japan). His research spans topics including livestock economics, policy analysis, and climate-smart agriculture. Notable studies address cattle preconditioning incentives, antimicrobial policy impacts, and strawberry production comparisons between conventional and organic systems. He has contributed to reports on digital agriculture in New York State and socioeconomic dynamics in conflict zones of Mexico. Dr. Chiu’s work integrates quantitative methodologies like stochastic modeling and econometric techniques (e.g., PMG-ARDL approaches) to evaluate governance and sustainability challenges. He collaborates across disciplines, addressing issues from pet insurance demand to BRICS nations’ environmental policies. His research emphasizes practical solutions for smallholder commercialization and resilient agricultural systems.

Denise AnthonyView profile

Professor

• Health Policy
• Healthcare Management
• Sociology of Organizations
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Denise Anthony is a Professor of Health Management & Policy in the School of Public Health and holds a courtesy appointment in the Department of Sociology at the University of Michigan. She holds the Rubin Chair of Health Management and Policy. Her research focuses on trust, privacy, and cooperation in healthcare systems, information technology’s role in healthcare quality and privacy, and organizational dynamics in healthcare delivery. Her interdisciplinary work is supported by grants from the National Science Foundation and published in journals like the American Sociological Review and Health Affairs. Anthony’s research spans healthcare IT’s impact on patient-provider trust, telehealth adoption disparities, and privacy in digital health tools. She examines how institutions balance innovation with ethical concerns, such as the use of race/ethnicity in AI models and IoT privacy challenges. Key projects include analyzing hospital partnerships with community organizations to address social determinants of health and evaluating caregiver experiences with telehealth during the pandemic. Her work consistently bridges sociology and healthcare policy, addressing issues like patient portal accessibility, end-of-life care preferences, and the sociotechnical dimensions of health data. She has advised on federal regulations like HIPAA compliance and contributed to policy discussions on healthcare equity through platforms like the National Poll on Healthy Aging. Labs/Teams: Her research integrates sociological theory with healthcare systems analysis, often collaborating across disciplines. She is affiliated with the Organizational Studies Program and has been a leader in institutional theory applications to healthcare governance.

Travis MountainView profile

Assistant Professor

• Financial Literacy
• Financial Education
• Debt Behavior
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Travis Mountain is an Assistant Professor of Extension in Financial Planning at the College of Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Georgia. He specializes in improving financial literacy through research and outreach programs. Ph.D. in Family Resource Management, The Ohio State University (2015) M.S. in Consumer Behavior and Family Economics, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2008) B.S. in Consumer Science, Personal Finance, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2004) His research focuses on financial overconfidence, debt behavior analysis (including housing decisions and student loans), retirement planning, and financial decision-making for low-net-worth households. He also contributes to the NC 2172 multistate research team studying household financial and health decisions under economic uncertainty. Recent publications examine cross-cultural financial behavior, annuity decision-making, life insurance trends, and financial education efficacy. Travis oversees the UGA VITA program, which filed over 2,000 tax returns in 2024, and has secured grant funding from the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). He teaches graduate courses FHCE 8200 Financial Planning and Analysis and FHCE 8025 Research Evaluation and Theory .

• Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea
• Patient Education
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Dr. Jessica R. Levi serves as an Associate Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in the Departments of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and Pediatrics. She holds the position of Director of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Boston Medical Center, where she provides specialized care for children with ear, nose, and throat conditions. Dr. Levi completed her medical education at Northwestern University School of Medicine and earned her undergraduate degree from Duke University. She pursued specialized training through a residency in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at Boston Medical Center followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology from Nemours AI Dupont Hospital for Children in 2012. Her research program focuses on pediatric obstructive sleep apnea, with particular emphasis on patient education materials and socioeconomic status implications of sleep apnea care. Dr. Levi has established herself as a national expert in pediatric sleep disorders, publishing extensively on the topic and presenting at numerous national conferences. Her work increasingly addresses healthcare disparities, examining how socioeconomic factors affect access to care and outcomes for children with otolaryngological conditions. Analysis of Dr. Levi's recent publications reveals a strong focus on pediatric sleep disorders, hearing impairment, and healthcare disparities. Her research spans clinical studies, systematic reviews, and analyses of healthcare delivery systems, with growing attention to the impact of socioeconomic factors on treatment access and outcomes. She has also recently expanded her research interests to include the application of artificial intelligence in pediatric otolaryngology. Educator of the Year Award by Boston University Medical School (awarded to one faculty member of the clinical sciences) Dr. Levi has served on multiple committees for national organizations and has been a consistent reviewer for the International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology since 2015. Her research program has secured funding for numerous studies examining pediatric otolaryngological conditions, particularly focusing on sleep-disordered breathing and hearing disorders in children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. She has mentored numerous medical students, residents, and fellows in research projects related to pediatric otolaryngology. As Director of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Boston Medical Center, Dr. Levi leads a multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive care for children with complex ear, nose, and throat conditions. Her program emphasizes evidence-based approaches to managing pediatric sleep-disordered breathing, hearing disorders, and airway conditions, with particular attention to the needs of patients from underserved communities.

Matthias KroppView profile

Professor

• Accounting
• IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards)
• Financial Derivatives
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Prof. Dr. Matthias Kropp is a Professor of Financial Management at Pforzheim University’s Faculty of Business and Law. He holds a dual role as Academic Director of the International Study Program (ISP), established in 2007, and served as Dean of Academic Affairs from 2009 to 2014. His career spans banking, professional accounting (Big4 audit roles), and academia, with expertise in financial risk management, IFRS compliance, and financial derivatives reporting. Education: Banking apprenticeship, Frankfurt University (Business Administration), and a semester at Southampton University (UK). Doctoral research focused on financial risk management. Post-doctoral roles included Frankfurt University’s Bank Management Department and Big4 audit roles specializing in financial instruments accounting. Research focuses on IFRS implementation challenges, financial derivatives valuation, and regulatory compliance. Notable contributions include critiques of IASB exposure drafts and analysis of Goodwill accounting under IFRS. Teaching spans German and English-language courses in financial accounting, banking, and IFRS. Publications (2002–2021) emphasize student financing models, accounting standard implementation, and regulatory frameworks. Key works address Bafög scholarships, loan repayment structures, and deposit insurance reforms. Accolades include the Lehrpreis der Fakultät für Wirtschaft und Recht. Administrative roles include Associate Dean for National Accreditation (2014–2023), ISP Director (2007–2022), and leadership of cross-departmental business administration programs. Labs/Teams: Active in curriculum development for international programs and quality assurance through accreditation processes. Collaborates with organizations like VDMA (German Engineering Federation) on accounting standard applications.

Eva StumpfeggerView profile

Professor

• Finance
• Asset Management
• Banking
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Prof. Dr. Eva Stumpfegger is a Professor of Finance at Munich Business School (MBS) , a position she has held since 2017. She joined MBS in 2007 and has taught courses in the Bachelor International Business, Master International Business, and Doctor of Business Administration programs. Her expertise spans brokerage, asset management, banking, insurance, and consulting. Prof. Stumpfegger holds a degree in business administration from Passau University and a DBA from the University of Gloucestershire. Her research focuses on the intersection of social identity and financial decision-making, particularly among German-Turks. She has published works such as Social Identity and Financial Investments – Empirical Insights on German-Turks (2015) and contributed to studies on SME financial strategies (2006). More recently, she has authored articles on research methodologies, including trustworthiness criteria in academic papers (2017) and qualitative vs. quantitative analysis (2017). Her academic contributions emphasize critical discourse on political and social issues, blending empirical finance with socio-cultural perspectives. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, though her work reflects significant scholarly engagement. Prof. Stumpfegger’s advising and grant activities are not detailed in the provided texts, and no specific lab or team affiliations are noted.

• Gerontology
• Economics
• Demographic Change
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Prof. Dr. Uwe Fachinger is a Professor at the Institute of Gerontology of the University of Vechta , Germany. His research focuses on the intersection of Gerontology , Economics , and Demographic Change , with emphasis on social security systems , senior entrepreneurship , and assistive technologies for aging populations. Affiliations : Head of Department of Economics and Demographic Change, Institute of Gerontology, University of Vechta. Key Research Areas : Intergenerational wealth transfer, pension system dynamics, digital transformation in rural communities, economic aspects of aging, and hybrid employment models. His scholarly output includes analyses of economic potentials of AAL systems , income replacement in retirement , and social inequality in aging societies . He has contributed to policy discussions on integrating self-employed individuals into pension systems and optimizing quartier-based care networks in the Ruhr region. Lectures and Projects highlight his expertise in public finance , non-profit economics , and healthcare economics , with funded initiatives like the Niedersächsisches Promotionsprogramm (Lower Saxony Graduate Program) on digital transformation in rural areas and the QuartiersNETZ project on senior-driven community networks. Collaborations span institutions such as the Volkswagen Foundation , BMBF , and German Social Accident Insurance , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to aging research.

Christian RieckView profile

Professor

• Market Theory
• Behavioral Finance
• Game Theory
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Prof. Dr. Christian Rieck is a Professor of Finance and Economic Theory at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with Faculty 3: Business and Law. He leads the International Finance (B.Sc.) degree program and focuses his research on behavioral finance, game theory, and the future of the financial industry. His work explores digitalization trends, fintech innovations, and the impact of emerging technologies like robo-advisors and robotics on traditional banking systems. Research Interests: Prof. Rieck’s studies span experimental economics, such as analyzing TED Talk success factors, gender/ethnicity biases in hiring, and auction/negotiation dynamics. He also investigates how robotics influences human financial decision-making through trust games. His writings address topics like network effects in Tesla’s strategy and Coase conjecture applications. Publications: Over 40 academic works, including books on game theory, behavioral finance, and financial markets. Notable works include 'Spieltheorie – eine Einführung' (2015), analyses of insider trading in experimental markets (1999), and studies on risk measurement (1997). Recent columns discuss digitalization in finance and Fintech challenges for traditional banks. Grants/Advising: Leads multiple research projects with teams of students and collaborators, including studies on TED Talks, robot-mediated trust games, and gender bias in job selection. No explicit grant details provided in texts. Labs/Teams: Active in experimental finance labs, collaborating with institutions like the Zukunftsinstitut. Research often involves student teams analyzing real-world data (e.g., TED Talk databases, experimental auction setups).

Sonia AlleyneView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Nonprofit Management
• Fundraising Strategy
• Community Development
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Sonia L. Alleyne serves as Assistant Chair and Executive in Residence at Suffolk University’s Sawyer Business School, Department of Public Service and Healthcare Administration. She concurrently leads the Suffolk County Community Foundation as President and CEO. Her expertise spans nonprofit sector management, fundraising, and social change advocacy. Education includes a BS in Economics from Northeastern University and an MPA in State & Local Government from Suffolk University. Her teaching focuses on courses like Nonprofit Management, Grant Writing, and Leadership in an Interconnected World. Research interests emphasize nonprofit sustainability, community investment strategies, and leadership in social advocacy. Her work bridges academic teaching with real-world impact through grant management and organizational development. Awardees include the 2024 Sawyer Business School Dean’s Excellence Award and 2022 Suffolk University Black Faculty Excellence Award. Over two decades, she has managed millions in grants, led initiatives like the Santander Bank Foundation’s United Way Program, and authored impactful reports such as Insured for Life, Redlined to Death . She advises on governance for organizations including the Boston Arts Academy and Greater Love Community Cares. Her leadership extends to roles like Chair of the 2021 Better Boston PAC for Andrea Campbell’s mayoral campaign and gubernatorial campaign involvement for Deval Patrick. Commitments to community include over 30 board memberships, including the Massachusetts Affordable Housing Alliance and Fair Housing Center of Greater Boston. Her intellectual contributions focus on nonprofit resilience and civic engagement strategies.