Dr. Taimaz Larimian is a Senior Lecturer in Urban Planning at Loughborough University, UK. His research focuses on urban social sustainability, sustainable urban development, and crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED). He has conducted extensive studies on housing inequality, mobility transitions (e.g., Mobility-as-a-Service), and the impact of urban design on community resilience. His work integrates quantitative methodologies like fuzzy AHP and GIS analysis with participatory planning practices. Key research areas include: Neighborhood planning and social sustainability metrics Urban regeneration strategies involving culture-led initiatives Environmental design principles for public safety Post-war urban redevelopment in conflict zones Notable projects include co-creating urban observatories in Loughborough and analyzing EV chargepoint acceptability in residential areas. His recent work bridges theoretical urban sustainability frameworks with practical policy recommendations.
Dr. Denise Voci is a Senior Scientist in the Department of Media and Communications at Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt. Her research focuses on sustainability communication, media ethics, and corporate social responsibility (CSR), with a particular emphasis on cross-border media dynamics and environmental discourse analysis. She holds a B.A. and M.A. and has published extensively on topics such as media economics, media management, and the role of sustainability in academic curricula. Education: B.A., M.A. (specific fields not explicitly stated) Her work explores the intersection of media practices and sustainability goals, including how media organizations frame environmental issues, the moral dimensions of sustainable consumption, and the transformative potential of communication in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Key projects include analyzing cross-border media management strategies and the role of digitization in overcoming linguistic barriers in international markets. Her research also addresses challenges in media accountability, particularly in how media companies balance commercial interests with societal responsibilities related to sustainability and public service mandates. She has investigated media coverage of water scarcity crises and the ethical implications of sustainability messaging in corporate communication.
Qihong Liu is the President's Associates Second Century Presidential Professor and Professor of Economics at the University of Oklahoma, based in Norman, OK. His research focuses on pricing strategies, platform economics, advertising markets, and the airlines industry. He holds a prominent role within the Department of Economics at the College of Arts and Sciences. Liu teaches advanced courses such as Microeconomics II, Industrial Organization, and Mathematical Economics, emphasizing rigorous theoretical frameworks and empirical analysis. His research interests span algorithmic pricing, digital advertising dynamics, and competitive market structures, with a particular emphasis on empirical studies in transportation and consumer behavior. Liu’s work often bridges theoretical models with real-world applications, addressing issues like price discrimination, market entry strategies, and regulatory impacts on industries. He maintains active scholarly engagement through Google Scholar and SSRN, with publications spanning over two decades. While no specific awards are listed, his extensive publication record reflects sustained contributions to economics and industrial organization. His teaching and research activities are integrated through his syllabi, which are publicly accessible, emphasizing analytical rigor and current industry trends.
Nicola Wilson is a researcher specializing in library and publishing history, with a focus on understudied topics such as subscription libraries, feminist bibliography, and transatlantic literary networks. She received the 2013 Justin Winsor Essay Award for her groundbreaking work on Boots Book-Lovers' Library, which highlighted intersections between social history, censorship, and readership practices. Her research spans from 19th-century subscription libraries to modernist publishing houses like the Hogarth Press, with notable contributions to understanding women's roles in early 20th-century publishing and the cultural politics of literary societies. Wilson's scholarship bridges library history with broader cultural studies, addressing themes such as LGBT issues in historical contexts, copyright challenges in digital archives, and the economic dimensions of small-press publishing. Her work often emphasizes collaborative networks—between authors, publishers, and readers—while interrogating how publishing practices shape literary canons and access to knowledge. Her most recent publications (2024) explore transatlantic book clubs and modernist authorship, continuing her commitment to uncovering marginalized voices in publishing history. Despite no explicitly stated institutional affiliation in the provided texts, her extensive bibliography reflects sustained academic engagement with archival research and interdisciplinary approaches to cultural history.
Bin Hu is a Professor of Operations Management at the Naveen Jindal School of Management, University of Texas at Dallas. He holds a PhD in Business Administration from the University of Michigan and a BS in Mathematics from Peking University, with academic appointments spanning the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and UT Dallas. Education: PhD (University of Michigan, 2011), BS (Peking University, 2005) His research focuses on procurement and supply chain management, innovative operations, and sustainability. Current work includes analyzing scope 3 emission disclosures, battery-as-a-service models, and food waste reduction through ugly produce retailing. He explores freemium service monetization and user conduct regulation in digital platforms. Notable awards include the 2018 Outstanding Senior Editor for Production and Operations Management, 2012 ProQuest Distinguished Dissertation Award, and 2011 Charles H. Gessner Fellowship. His scholarship addresses supply chain disruptions, vertical integration, and technology sharing strategies. Professional Affiliations: INFORMS, MSOM, POM Societies He has advised numerous PhD students and served on editorial boards for leading journals like Management Science and Production and Operations Management. His work bridges operational efficiency with environmental responsibility, emphasizing contractual design and behavioral dynamics in supply chains.
Dr. Kenza Lamot is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Language and Communication, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Faculty of Humanities). She specializes in the intersection of data, technology, and journalism practices, particularly focusing on journalist-audience dynamics and the role of analytics in newsrooms. Her research examines how technological innovations shape journalism's evolution, including content promotion strategies, social media engagement metrics, and ethical implications of audience-driven reporting. Research Interests: Her work spans digital journalism, media ethics, audience engagement, and the impact of analytics on news decision-making. She explores topics like Facebook content strategies, paywall models, and political journalists' perceptions of public opinion. Recipient of the ICA Journalism Studies Division Outstanding Dissertation Award (2022) Received NWO-Talentprogramma Veni Grant (2024) and Regeling Journalistiek Onderzoek Grant (2024) Teaches courses on journalism practice, media ethics, and emerging technologies in journalism Grants & Awards: Lamot has been recognized for her research on journalism analytics, including studies on newsroom metrics and their influence on content creation. Her work bridges theoretical and applied perspectives, addressing contemporary challenges in digital media.
Ricardo F. Ramos is an Adjunct Professor at the Oliveira do Hospital School of Technology and Management, Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra (ESTGOH-IPC), and at the Information Management School, NOVA University Lisbon (NOVA-IMS). He serves as an Associate Researcher at ISTAR-Iscte - Research Center in Information Sciences, Technologies and Architecture, focusing on Information Systems. His educational background includes: PhD in Management with specialization in Marketing from ISCTE (2015-2018) Master's degree in Sports Management from University of Lisbon Faculty of Human Kinetics (2012-2015) Bachelor's degree in Sport from Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal Higher School of Education (2009-2012) Ricardo's research spans diverse areas within marketing, with particular focus on consumer behavior in tourism and hospitality, sports marketing, and text mining applications. His methodology often involves analyzing textual data to uncover consumer insights, as demonstrated in publications examining social media, mobile applications, and online reviews. His work frequently explores the intersection of technology and consumer behavior, investigating how digital platforms influence purchasing decisions and service experiences. His recent research trends show a growing interest in sustainability within business contexts, virtual and augmented reality applications in tourism, artificial intelligence in marketing, and the evolving dynamics of digital consumer behavior across various industries including hospitality, aviation, and retail. Ricardo has received significant recognition for his scholarly work, with publications in high-impact journals such as the International Journal of Hospitality Management, Journal of Air Transport Management, and Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Technology. His research on topics like social media's impact on retail websites, airline sustainability, and customer satisfaction in tourism contexts has accumulated hundreds of citations across multiple databases. His academic contributions extend to collaborating with researchers across various institutions, with a methodological approach that frequently employs text mining and data analytics to extract meaningful consumer insights from large datasets.
Dr. Wei Ke is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Marketing Department at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, joining in 2024. He holds a Ph.D. in Decision, Risk & Operations from Columbia Business School and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering and Applied Mathematics (summa cum laude) from Columbia University. His professional career is centered at Oliver Wyman, where he serves as a Partner in the pricing, sales, marketing, retail, and business banking practices. Ph.D., Decision, Risk & Operations, Columbia Business School (2009) MPhil, Decision, Risk & Operations, Columbia Business School (2006) B.Sc. (Summa Cum Laude), Electrical Engineering and Applied Mathematics, Columbia University (2003) Wei Ke's research focuses on pricing algorithms and behavioral pricing , exploring how psychological and computational models influence pricing decisions in digital, retail, and financial contexts. His work bridges data science with consumer behavior, emphasizing real-world applications in customer value management and digital sales effectiveness. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in algorithmic and behavioral approaches to pricing across industries such as SaaS, ride-hailing, financial services, and e-commerce. The articles span disciplines including marketing, behavioral economics, data science, and operations research, with recurring subfields like dynamic pricing, consumer segmentation, discount framing, and machine learning for elasticity modeling. His work often combines empirical analysis with strategic implications for firms. Wei has authored over 50 publications in academic and industry journals, contributing significantly to pricing thought leadership. Though no formal awards are listed, his prolific output and consulting leadership underscore his influence in the field. Advises global financial institutions, retailers, and tech firms on pricing and marketing strategy Teaches Pricing Strategies (MKTG-GB.2353.30) at NYU Stern Previously taught at Columbia Business School and Queen’s University Smith School of Business Extensive experience in grant-like consulting engagements with Fortune 500 clients While not affiliated with a formal lab, Wei collaborates closely with industry teams at Oliver Wyman and Simon-Kucher & Partners, contributing to real-world pricing innovation and strategy development in retail, banking, and technology sectors.
Behzad Maleki Vishkaei serves as a Research Fellow in Strategy and Operations at Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. His academic work centers on sustainable operational frameworks within corporate strategy contexts, with particular emphasis on circular economy integration and technology-driven supply chain solutions. He maintains active research collaborations with Professor P. De Giovanni across multiple high-impact publications. His research portfolio spans Operations Management , Supply Chain Resilience , and Circular Business Models , investigating how blockchain, IoT, and heuristic algorithms can transform traditional operational paradigms. Key focus areas include product-as-a-service transitions, food-sharing platform optimization, and subscription economy mechanics within technology sectors. His methodologies frequently combine game theory with sustainability metrics to address complex business-environmental tradeoffs. Analysis of recent publications reveals a pronounced trend toward applied sustainability in operations research, with 83% of 2024-2025 outputs focusing on circular economy implementations. His work consistently bridges theoretical modeling (particularly game-theoretic approaches) with practical case studies across mobility, food systems, and manufacturing sectors. The strong collaboration pattern with De Giovanni demonstrates a strategic research alliance producing interdisciplinary insights at the operations-sustainability nexus. No scientific awards were documented in the available materials. Regarding academic supervision and funding, the provided text contains no references to student mentorship, doctoral committees, or externally secured research grants beyond the evident institutional affiliation with Bocconi University.
Dr. Neil Thurman is a Professor at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and a Senior Honorary Research Fellow at City, University of London. His career spans over two decades in digital journalism, focusing on news production and consumption in the internet era. He has held leadership roles in academic programs like the Erasmus Mundus Master's in Journalism and directed research initiatives on media automation, personalization, and audience behavior. Neil's research explores the impact of AI and social media on journalism, with a focus on automated newsgathering, content personalization, and audience analytics. His work has been honored with four 'Best Paper' awards at the International Symposium on Online Journalism (2006–2009). He has published extensively on live blogging, computational journalism, and ethical challenges in digital media. His recent publications highlight trends in news automation and AI ethics audience perception of algorithmic content streaming platform influence on media choices cross-border media consumption regulatory challenges in digital spaces journalistic principles in multiplatform environments Scientific Awards : Top Paper, International Symposium on Online Journalism (2006–2009) Staff Research Prize, City University London (2007) Award for Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning (2001) Silver Apple Award (1995) As an external examiner and academic leader, Neil has shaped journalism education globally. He mentors PhD candidates and collaborates with institutions like Google, Reuters Institute, and the BBC. His work bridges theory and practice, influencing both scholarly and industry standards.
Kevin Taweel is Lecturer in Management at Stanford Graduate School of Business, bringing extensive entrepreneurial experience as CEO/Co-founder of Lumo Bodytech and TuitionCoach. He previously served as Director of Product Management at Meta and worked in Mergers & Acquisitions at Salomon Brothers. Mr. Taweel holds an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from McGill University. His teaching focuses on managing growing enterprises and entrepreneurship, drawing from fifteen years of experience building technology protection company Asurion from 40 to over 10,000 employees. Research interests center on startup development, corporate innovation strategies, and technology commercialization. Case studies emphasize organizational development during scaling phases, strategic pivots, and operational challenges in service industries, with recurring themes of innovation implementation and market positioning. Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Mr. Taweel serves on the board of ResponseLink and advises early-stage companies. His industry experience informs curriculum development for entrepreneurship courses at Stanford GSB.
Prof. Dr. Hartmut Heinrich is a Professor of Business Informatics at Brandenburg University of Technology's Department of Economics, where he has served since 1995 and as Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics from 2002-2013. His career bridges academic research and industrial application in enterprise systems. His educational background includes: Diplom-Informatiker (Computer Science) from Technische Universität Berlin Dr.-Ing. (Doctor of Engineering) from Technische Universität Berlin Heinrich's research centers on ERP systems implementation , particularly SAP solutions , with significant contributions to mobile business processes , security management , and ICT adoption in SMEs . His work uniquely connects vocational education transitions with corporate workforce development, emphasizing practical applicability through industry partnerships. Current projects focus on real-time in-memory computing and cloud-based enterprise architectures. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals evolving research trajectories from foundational ERP system comparisons (2000) toward cutting-edge in-memory computing (2012), consistently addressing industry pain points in system integration, mobile accessibility, and security. His editorial work on SAP ecosystems demonstrates sustained leadership in enterprise software evolution. His scientific recognition includes: Technologie-Transfer-Preis des Landes Brandenburg (2nd Prize, 2004) for mobile SAP R/3 integration with ZF Brandenburg Heinrich has supervised 62+ Master's theses (1998-2013) through partnerships with SAP, Volkswagen, and ZF Getriebe, focusing on practical ERP implementations. His grant portfolio includes BMBF-funded ANKOM (2012-2015) on vocational-to-academic transitions and Land Brandenburg's Innopunkt project (2009-2012). Industry collaborations span commsult AG (co-founded 2000), webXells GmbH, and the Berlin-Brandenburg SAP Forum (active since 2001). His innovation ecosystem includes the KomSiB Security Research Center (2008-2011) and leadership in the IHK Potsdam Innovation Expert Team since 2008, driving technology transfer between academia and regional industry.
Tim White is a Leverhulme Early Career Fellow at Queen Mary, University of London, affiliated with the John F. Kennedy Institute and the Department of Sociology. He earned his PhD in Sociology from the London School of Economics in 2023 and has worked at the Free University of Berlin and Cardiff University. Research Focus: Housing, land, property, and power dynamics in financialized urban systems Interdisciplinary Approach: Urban studies, economic sociology, critical political economy His recent work explores the digital transformation of housing systems, linking ownership structures and financial strategies to everyday social experiences. He analyzes inequality, wealth distribution, and the political economy of land, with publications in journals like Economy and Society and Digital Geography and Society . Key projects include studies on co-living, tiny houses, and algorithmic rent extraction. Scientific awards include the Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship. His publications reflect trends at the intersection of technology, housing, and capital accumulation.
Yinan Yu is an Associate Professor of Management Information Systems at the University of Oklahoma's Price College of Business. She holds a Ph.D. in Innovation and Information Management from The University of Hong Kong and a Master of Management Science and Engineering from Tsinghua University. Her research focuses on digital platforms, user-generated content, multi-channel management, and the economics of AI. She has published in top journals like MIS Quarterly and Production and Operations Management. Before joining OU, she worked at the University of Memphis and McGill University. Her research explores how peer feedback, social interactions, and platform policies impact user behavior on digital platforms. Recent studies include examining review systems' design, the effects of video streaming on traditional media, and the causal impact of monetary rewards on content generation. Yu's work bridges business analytics with platform economics, offering insights for optimizing digital ecosystems. Her articles span topics like online review dynamics, multi-channel marketing strategies, and AI-driven content analysis. Notable studies include analyzing restaurant review platforms and the interplay between traditional and social media advertising. Yu’s contributions address challenges in platform governance and user engagement, with applications across industries such as retail, media, and entertainment. Yu has no listed scientific awards but has an extensive publication record. She advises on digital strategies, multi-channel management, and data-driven decision-making. Her work is often cited in discussions about platform economics and user behavior modeling.
Felix Wortmann is a Professor and Senior Lecturer of Information and Operations Management at the University of St. Gallen (HSG), affiliated with the ITEM-HSG Institute. His research focuses on IoT platforms, platform business models, data ecosystems, and the integration of health informatics with automotive systems. He explores topics such as energy efficiency in smart buildings, machine learning applications for driver safety, and blockchain-based decentralized systems. Research Interests: IoT and Platform Ecosystems Data-Driven Business Models Health Technology Integration in Vehicles Smart Energy Systems and Sustainability Machine Learning for Real-Time Decision Making Blockchain and Decentralized Finance Key Contributions: His work bridges technical innovation with business strategy, addressing challenges like peer-to-peer energy trading, non-invasive health monitoring in vehicles, and transforming traditional product companies into service-driven enterprises. Grants & Collaborations: Collaborations include automotive manufacturers, energy companies, and healthcare institutions. Current research focuses on software-defined vehicles, circular economy catalysts, and AI-driven health interventions.
