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John Leahy is the Allen Sinai Professor of Macroeconomics and Public Policy at the University of Michigan, holding dual appointments in the Department of Economics (College of Literature, Science, and the Arts) and the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy. As Chair of the Economics Department, he focuses on macroeconomic theory, monetary policy, and behavioral economics, particularly rational inattention models. His research emphasizes how cognitive limitations and information processing affect economic decisions, contrasting classical economic assumptions. Leahy has held positions at Harvard, NYU, and Boston University, and served as Coeditor of the American Economic Review and Editor of the American Economic Journal: Macroeconomics. He consults with Federal Reserve Banks, advocating for data-driven, question-first research methodologies. His work bridges theoretical rigor and practical applications, influencing policy analysis and academic discourse. Education: PhD in Macroeconomics from Princeton University; MSFS from Georgetown University; BA in Math and History. His research spans macroeconomic policy, structural change, and behavioral models of decision-making, with recent focus on wishful thinking and imperfect information processing. He collaborates widely, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and creative problem-solving. Key contributions include modeling rational inattention, analyzing age structure impacts on monetary policy, and exploring North-South economic disparities. His editorial leadership and academic mentorship reflect his commitment to advancing innovative economic inquiry.

• Macroeconomics
• Monetary Economics
• Economic Theory
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Jamie Collins is a Professor in the Department of Management at Texas Tech University's Rawls College of Business. He holds a PhD in Strategy & Entrepreneurship from Texas A&M University, along with an MBA and BS in Finance. Prior roles include Professor and UC Chair of Strategy at the University of Canterbury (New Zealand) and Director of Sam Houston State University's Center for Entrepreneurship. His research focuses on strategic leadership perceptions, innovation investments, and teaching approaches' impact on student success. He has taught at Clemson, Texas A&M, and Baylor, with visiting roles in Belgium and Italy. Collins teaches strategic management, entrepreneurship, and international management courses. Key research areas include entrepreneurial intuition, venture creation, and the intersection of gender/equality in business programs. His 2020-2024 publications emphasize innovation strategies, educational methodologies, and behavioral skills development. He has collaborated across disciplines from military training to sports performance optimization.

• Strategic Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Innovation
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Bryce McLeod, Ph.D., serves as Professor and Director of the Child/Adolescent Concentration within the Clinical Psychology Program at Virginia Commonwealth University's Department of Psychology. Tenured faculty member with active research leadership directing the CREATE Lab focused on community-based mental health implementation science. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles (2004) Dr. McLeod's research centers on implementation science for evidence-based practices in youth mental health, specializing in treatment integrity measurement, implementation sustainment factors, and community-school intervention development. His CREATE Lab develops pragmatic tools for measuring treatment fidelity, optimizes training/consultation strategies, and creates flexible interventions for real-world settings serving youth with behavioral and emotional challenges. Current work emphasizes school-based prevention systems and community mental health implementation frameworks. His publication record (2011-2022) reveals consistent focus on measurement innovation for implementation science, particularly treatment integrity instruments and therapeutic alliance assessment in youth contexts. Key trends include developing locally-managed data systems for schools, cross-treatment fidelity measurement approaches, and mechanistic models for training effectiveness - all targeting practical implementation barriers in community settings. Scientific Awards: VCU Department of Psychology Outstanding Service Award (2016) VCU Department of Psychology Outstanding Research Award (2011) NIH Clinical Research Loan Repayment Award Renewal (2011-2013) NIH Clinical Research Loan Repayment Award (2006-2008) As dedicated mentor, Dr. McLeod trains graduate students in applied implementation research through CREATE Lab projects, emphasizing community-engaged scholarship. His NIH-funded research portfolio supports multiple active grants including CEDARS, PRISM, and Sustainment of Evidence-Based Programs in Schools initiatives. Current funding focuses on optimizing measurement-based care systems and identifying key fidelity indicators for community implementation. Dr. McLeod leads the CREATE Lab conducting community-based implementation research across multiple funded projects including CEDARS, PRISM, and CHILD initiatives. The lab develops practice elements for flexible interventions, creates pragmatic fidelity measures, and tests implementation strategies in school and community mental health settings through active collaborations with local agencies and school systems.

• Implementation Science
• Evidence-Based Practices
• Treatment Integrity
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Ginny Eckert is a Professor and Director of Alaska Sea Grant at the University of Alaska Fairbanks' College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences. Her research focuses on marine invertebrate ecology, aquaculture, and fisheries management, particularly in crab species and ecosystem sustainability. She leads interdisciplinary programs like the NSF-funded Marine Ecosystem Sustainability in the Arctic and Subarctic (MESAS). Education: Ph.D. in Ecology, University of California Santa Barbara (1999) M.S. in Zoology, University of Florida (1994) B.A. in Biology, Dartmouth College (1990) Research Interests: Early life history ecology of marine invertebrates, larval dispersal patterns, sustainable fisheries management, and aquaculture innovations. Her work emphasizes the ecological and management implications of marine invertebrate reproduction, larval survival, and habitat use. Current Projects: Sea otter predation impacts on commercial species in Alaska, Dungeness crab larval dynamics in Glacier Bay, and king crab hatchery enhancement through the AKCRRAB program. She collaborates with NOAA and integrates field studies with lab experiments. Advising/Grants: Advises Carter Johnson and oversees NSF grants for MESAS and crab research. Her team includes graduate students like Zac Hoyt and Heidi Herter, focusing on population dynamics and habitat restoration. Labs/Teams: Leads the Alaska king crab research program (AKCRRAB) and collaborates with UAF's School of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences on ecosystem sustainability initiatives.

• Aquaculture
• Fisheries Ecology
• Marine Biology
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Jooyeoun Jung is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Science & Technology at Oregon State University. She holds affiliations with the university's Food Science and Techno Headquarters and has been part of the OSU Main Campus since 2016. Her career includes roles as a Senior Researcher and Assistant Professor of Practice at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2018-2021) before returning to Oregon State in 2022. Educated at Oregon State University with a Ph.D. in Food Science & Technology, her research focuses on sustainable food processing, value-added food product development, and innovative food packaging solutions. Key areas include edible coatings using nanocellulose, antimicrobial packaging technologies, and utilization of agricultural byproducts for eco-friendly materials. Her work emphasizes enhancing food shelf-life through advanced coating technologies, improving packaging functionality, and addressing challenges in food preservation such as mold control, lipid oxidation, and microbial inhibition. She has pioneered studies on hazelnut processing, blueberry anthocyanin stabilization, and fruit pomace valorization. Jung teaches courses like Introduction to Sustainable Food Processing (FST327) and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving food safety, material science, and agricultural engineering. Her research has led to innovations in molded pulp packaging, radiofrequency pasteurization, and functional food film development. Professional affiliations include the Institute of Food Technologists, reflecting her commitment to advancing food science through industry collaboration and academic rigor.

• Sustainable Food Processing
• Edible Food Coatings
• Nanocellulose Applications
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Jonathan Boualavong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York. His research focuses on electrochemical separations for climate change mitigation, public health, and environmental justice, integrating engineering and critical science and technology studies perspectives. PhD, Environmental Engineering, Pennsylvania State University (2023) MPhil, Chemical Engineering, University of Strathclyde, Scotland (2019) BS, Biomedical Engineering, University of Rochester (2017) His work examines: Electrochemical CO2 capture and its energy implications Mechanistic understanding of metal separations Ethical dimensions of scientific measurement Integration of renewable energy systems with chemical processes Current projects analyze: Air-water interface manipulation for CO2 absorption Electrochemical controls on lead/copper corrosion Coordination chemistry in transition metal redox processes Ethical citation networks in separation science Contact: jboualav@buffalo.edu

• Electrochemical Separations
• Climate Change Mitigation
• Public Health
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Sara Shostak is a Professor of Sociology and Health: Science, Society & Policy at Brandeis University, where she also serves as the inaugural director of the Vic '63 and Bobbi Samuels '63 Center for Community Partnerships and Civic Transformation (COMPACT). Her work bridges sociology, public health, and environmental studies, focusing on health inequalities, urban agriculture, and community partnerships. She holds affiliations across multiple departments including the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and Environmental Studies. Shostak earned a Ph.D. from the University of California, San Francisco, an M.P.H. from UCLA, and a B.A. from Reed College. Her research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understanding how social structures and environmental factors shape health outcomes, particularly through projects involving marginalized communities and stakeholders like farmers, healthcare providers, and policymakers. Her research interests include medical sociology, science and technology studies, environmental racism, and food justice. She has pioneered studies on urban agriculture’s role in addressing health inequities and explored ethical dimensions of genetic testing in epilepsy families. Her work often integrates community engagement and participatory methods to ensure research impacts policy and practice. Awarded the Eliot Freidson Outstanding Publication Award and the Robert K. Merton Book Award, Shostak has secured grants from the National Science Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and Merck Family Fund. Her teaching innovations have been recognized with the Michael L. Walzer '56 Award for Teaching. She leads COMPACT to foster civic engagement and partnerships between Brandeis and local communities, emphasizing transformative change through collective action.

• Medical Sociology
• Science and Technology Studies
• Environmental Sociology
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David Prytherch is a Professor in the Department of Geography at Miami University, specializing in urban planning, sustainability, and the intersection of law with urban spaces. He holds degrees from Pennsylvania State University and the University of Arizona. His research focuses on urbanization dynamics, spatial justice, and the politics of planning landscapes. He has authored/co-authored numerous publications on topics like mobility justice, right-of-way law, and regional planning in Spain and the U.S. Education: B.S. Geography, Pennsylvania State University (1992) M.A. Geography, University of Arizona (1999) Ph.D. Geography, University of Arizona (2003) Research Interests: Dr. Prytherch explores how urban landscapes reflect socio-political tensions and how planning can create equitable cities. Key themes include mobility justice, land use law, and the role of sustainability frameworks. He has studied urbanization in diverse locations like Valencia, Spain, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, emphasizing how planning navigates between development and place preservation. Teaching & Advising: He teaches courses in urban geography, planning, and sustainability, emphasizing hands-on projects with local communities. He advises M.A. students on topics like regionalism and land use, collaborating on peer-reviewed publications. Notable collaborations include work with graduate students L. DePriest-Hricko and M. Zabik. Awards: 2008 Miami University Associated Student Government Professor of the Year Community Engagement: As Miami’s Sustainability Coordinator and Chair of the City of Oxford Planning Commission, he connects academic work to real-world challenges like trail systems and urban design. His projects include Safe Routes to School initiatives and the Oxford Area Trail System. Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary urban planning projects, often involving students in community-based research. His work bridges academic research with local policymaking, fostering collaborative problem-solving.

• Urban Planning
• Sustainability
• Land Use Law
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Hilary Sigman is Professor of Economics at Rutgers University and Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), specializing in empirical environmental policy analysis. Her work bridges environmental economics, public finance, and legal frameworks through rigorous quantitative methods focused on real-world regulatory challenges. Academic Background: B.A. from Yale University M.Phil. from Cambridge University (U.K.) Ph.D. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sigman's research centers on environmental policy effectiveness, with three interconnected pillars: hazardous waste management (Superfund remediation, brownfield redevelopment, and liability systems), water resource economics (transboundary rivers, dam construction, and drought impacts), and waste management systems (municipal recycling and international waste flows). Her methodology combines econometric analysis of regulatory outcomes with institutional insights from policy implementation. Current projects examine climate adaptation for contaminated sites, economic consequences of China's waste import ban, and drought-related economic disruptions. Analysis of her recent publications reveals intensifying focus on climate adaptation challenges within environmental regulation, particularly regarding Superfund site resilience. The work increasingly addresses international dimensions of waste policy and transboundary water management, reflecting growing recognition of globalization's impact on environmental governance. Her empirical approach consistently links micro-level regulatory mechanisms to macro-level environmental outcomes. Professional Engagement: Research funding from National Science Foundation and Environmental Protection Agency Committee service for U.S. EPA Science Advisory Board Contributions to National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine panels Teaching: Environmental Economics (Econ 432) and Applied Econometrics (Econ 609) Sigman maintains active policy engagement through government advisory roles while advancing academic knowledge through NBER affiliation. Her research program demonstrates consistent evolution from domestic regulatory analysis toward globally interconnected environmental challenges, particularly waste flows and climate adaptation in contaminated site management. Though no specific awards are documented in source materials, her sustained research funding and policy appointments indicate significant professional recognition.

• Environmental Economics
• Public Economics
• Law and Economics
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Dcn. Stephen Frezza is a Professor of Software Engineering and current Director of the Software Engineering Program at Franiscan University of Steubenville . Prior to this, he served as a professor and three-time chair of the Computer and Information Science Department at Gannon University for 26 years. His expertise spans requirements engineering, project management, software testing, and embedded systems . Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM) Active in industry-university partnerships His research bridges engineering with theology , focusing on philosophy of engineering, affective-domain assessment, competency modeling, and software engineering education . He has authored numerous scholarly works on virtue formation, educational frameworks, and the philosophical foundations of computing. Recent publications highlight his contributions to computing curricula (CC2020), virtue-based educational models , and Lonergan’s epistemology applied to engineering . His work integrates faith and reason in pedagogical contexts, emphasizing the ethical dimensions of engineering education . Senior Member of the IEEE Computer Society Volunteer for IEEE-CS Special Technical Committee on Education Professional member of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Dcn. Frezza’s leadership in curriculum design and industry collaboration has shaped software engineering programs globally. His teaching and research underscore the interplay between technical rigor and moral development , advocating for holistic engineering education.

• Philosophy of Engineering
• Affective-Domain Assessment
• Competency Modeling and Assessment
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Tri Setiyono is an Assistant Professor in the School of Plant, Environmental, and Soil Sciences at Louisiana State University (LSU). Previously, he served as a Scientist at the Sustainable Impact Platform of the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), Los Baños, Philippines (2011–2021), and as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2007–2011). He is affiliated with the LSU AgCenter and the LSU College of Agriculture, contributing to research and extension services in precision agriculture and crop resilience. Education: PhD in Agronomy, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2007) MS in Agronomy, Kansas State University (2003) BS in Agronomy, Bogor Agricultural University (1998) Research interests focus on precision agriculture, remote sensing, and AI applications to enhance crop production resilience against climate change. He specializes in GIS for agronomic research, crop growth models (e.g., ORYZA, SoySim), and integrating SAR and MODIS satellite data for yield estimation. His work emphasizes sustainable practices and technology-driven solutions for row crops in dynamic environments. Publications highlight advancements in rice monitoring systems, soybean and maize modeling, and decision tools for nutrient management. These contributions bridge technological innovation with practical agricultural challenges in Asia and the US. Scientific awards: None explicitly mentioned in the text. Advising and grants: No formal advisees/students are listed. Professional experience includes roles at IRRI and UNL, suggesting involvement in grant-funded research projects, but specific grant details are not provided. Labs/Teams: Associated with Louisiana State University AgCenter research stations and collaborative projects like the RIICE initiative, but no specific lab names or teams are detailed in the text.

• Precision Agriculture
• Remote Sensing
• Artificial Intelligence
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Ulrich B. Wiesner is the Spencer T. Olin Professor of Engineering at Cornell University since 2008, with a career spanning over two decades in polymer-inorganic hybrid nanomaterials. His work bridges materials science, chemistry, and biomedical engineering, focusing on block copolymer self-assembly for multifunctional materials. Education: Diploma in Chemistry (University of Mainz, 1988), Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry (University of Mainz & MPI-P, 1991) Research Interests center on combining soft polymeric materials with inorganic/solid-state chemistry to create hierarchical hybrid materials. Key areas include: Energy conversion and storage via mesoporous oxides/non-oxides Clean water technologies through advanced materials Nanomedicine applications in cancer therapy and bioimaging Development of C-dots: ultrasmall fluorescent silica nanoparticles Structure-directing agents from dendron architectures His article trends reveal a focus on asymmetric porous structures (2024-2025), 3D-printed quantum materials (2024), and biomedical applications of C-dots for super-resolution microscopy and targeted drug delivery (2023-2025). Scientific Awards include: National Academy of Inventors Fellow (2024) "Ambassadeur pour la Chimie Française" (2019) Arthur K. Doolittle Award (2016) ACS PMSE Fellow (2015) NSF Creativity Award (2008) Cornell Teaching Excellence Award (2005) IBM Faculty Partnership Award (2001) Carl Duisberg Memorial Award (1999) As co-director of the MSKCC-Cornell Center for Translation of Cancer Nanomedicine (2015-present), he leads interdisciplinary teams developing clinical nanoparticle probes. His work has produced >250 peer-reviewed publications and numerous patents, with recent breakthroughs in antibody fragment-nanoparticle therapeutics for gastric cancer eradication.

• Polymer Science
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Nanotechnology
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Jiehong Lou is an Assistant Research Professor and Assistant Research Director at the Center for Global Sustainability (CGS) within the University of Maryland School of Public Policy. Her expertise spans climate finance, energy economics, environmental policy, and transportation equity. She holds a PhD in policy sciences from the University of Maryland, with additional degrees in public policy and applied economics from the same institution, and a BA in public policy from Tongji University in China. Her research focuses on mobilizing private climate finance, corporate motivations for carbon investments, evaluating co-benefits of climate projects, and analyzing disparities in transportation and energy accessibility. She previously served as a postdoctoral fellow with the Maryland Transportation Institute. Her work often integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining economic modeling with policy analysis to address global sustainability challenges. Lou has contributed to high-ambition climate pathways for countries like Indonesia, South Korea, and China, emphasizing equitable transitions and policy reforms. She co-authored studies on EV infrastructure equity, coal phaseout strategies, and the socioeconomic impacts of energy policies. Her recent projects include analyzing renewable energy investment needs in China and Indonesia’s decarbonization pathways. Lou collaborates with international organizations and policymakers, bridging academic research with practical climate solutions. Her work is published in journals like npj Climate Action and peer-reviewed energy policy outlets, with a focus on actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders.

• Climate Finance
• Energy Economics
• Environmental Policy
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Dr. Janet Walkoe is an Associate Professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership at the University of Maryland. Her work focuses on mathematics education, particularly algebra teaching and learning, and the role of teacher noticing in responsive instruction. She holds a Ph.D. in Learning Sciences from Northwestern University (2013), an MS in Mathematics from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and a BA in Mathematics from the University of Chicago. Before academia, she taught high school mathematics for a decade, earning National Board Certification. Her research emphasizes how teachers attend to student algebraic thinking during instruction and how pre-service teachers can develop noticing skills through video analysis. Key areas include teacher responsiveness, multimodal algebraic thinking, and computational thinking integration in mathematics education. She has led the NSF-funded CAREER grant (2020) exploring teacher noticing of student thinking, and co-authored influential works like Lenses for examining students’ mathematical thinking (2014), which earned an NCTM award. Notable Grants: NSF CAREER DRL 17-537 ($736,914), INFACT Subaward ($250k), Spencer Foundation Grant ($44k) Teaching: Courses include Interdisciplinary Teaching in Middle Grades (TLPL 423/424), Elementary Mathematics Education (EDCI 652), and Foundations of Mathematics Education (EDCI 751) Professional Development: Develops video-based tools for teacher reflection and computational thinking integration Walkoe advocates for culturally sustaining pedagogy and equity in teacher education. Her recent work bridges computational thinking with mathematics instruction, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to foster student engagement.

• Mathematics Education
• Algebra Teaching & Learning
• Teacher Noticing
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Laurie Mook is an Associate Professor and Associate Director in the School of Community Resources and Development (CRD) at Arizona State University (ASU). She is also affiliated with the Lodestar Center for Philanthropy & Nonprofit Innovation and the Center for Organization Research and Design (CORD). Her research focuses on the social economy, including nonprofits, cooperatives, social enterprises, volunteerism, and social accounting. She holds a Ph.D. in Adult Education and Community Development from the University of Toronto, along with an M.Ed. and B.A. from Canadian institutions. Dr. Mook’s academic contributions include co-authoring influential books such as Understanding the Social Economy: A Canadian Perspective (2018) and editing the Canadian Journal for Nonprofit and Social Economy Research . Her teaching spans courses like Social Marketing and Strategic HR Management, emphasizing online pedagogy and curriculum design. Her awards include the 2021 Distinguished Service Award from ANSER and multiple Outstanding Faculty Awards at ASU. She has been a leader in professional associations like ANSER and ARNOVA, contributing to conference organization, editorial roles, and policy discussions. Her work bridges academic research, nonprofit practice, and social innovation, addressing topics like volunteer management, impact measurement, and the role of technology in the social economy.

• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Economy
• Social Accounting
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