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Jeremy Fei WangView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• AI-Driven Recommendation Systems
• E-Commerce
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Jeremy Fei Wang is a Professor of Computer Information Systems at Flagler College within the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Department of Math & Technology, also serving as Director of the China Program. He leverages extensive industry experience from senior consulting roles at Cap Gemini Ernst & Young and Meritage Technologies, where he collaborated with global clients including Procter & Gamble and General Electric on enterprise IT solutions. Dr. Wang's academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Business Information Technology from Virginia Tech (2022) M.B.A. with MIS concentration from Ohio University (1998) B.A. in Economics from Marietta College (1996) His research centers on artificial intelligence applications in business contexts, with particular expertise in AI-driven recommendation systems, e-commerce frameworks, and Web 2.0/mobile platform development. Dr. Wang investigates user trust in AI agents through affordance theory, examines AI's impact on customer relationship management, and explores localization strategies for digital platforms in international markets. His work bridges theoretical innovation with practical business implementations across consumer products, finance, and healthcare sectors. Analysis of Dr. Wang's publication history (2010-2023) reveals a consistent trajectory from foundational Web 2.0 and e-commerce studies toward cutting-edge AI research, particularly in recommendation agent design. His recent work demonstrates increasing focus on China's digital ecosystem and dual-process models for user behavior, while maintaining strong connections to enterprise systems and mobile application development. The integration of affordance theory across his publications provides a unifying framework for understanding human-AI interaction. Professional recognition includes: Honored Guest Professor appointments at three Chinese universities Cap Gemini Ernst & Young's 'Consultant of the Month' (awarded twice) Cap Gemini Ernst & Young's 'Ace Award' (top 3% globally) Phi Kappa Phi honor society membership Beta Gamma Sigma and Omicron Delta Epsilon distinctions As an educator, Dr. Wang developed and teaches courses spanning business analytics, ERP systems, mobile application development, and information security. His China Program leadership involves strategic partnership development, recruitment innovation, and family support systems for Chinese students. His industry background directly informs classroom practice through real-world case studies and hands-on technical training.

Dovev LavieView profile

Professor

• Strategic Management
• Alliance Portfolios
• Exploration-Exploitation Balance
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Dovev Lavie is a Professor of Management at Bocconi University's Department of Management and Technology. Previously, he served as Full Professor and Vice Dean at Technion's Faculty of Industrial Engineering and Management. He holds a PhD in Management from Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and MSc/BA degrees from Technion. His research examines alliance portfolios, exploration-exploitation balancing, resource-based theory in technology industries, and societal solutions through cooperative economies. Recent publications analyze competitive-cooperative dynamics, innovation drivers, and organizational responses to industry misconduct. Major honors include: Sloan Industry Studies Fellowship Strategic Management Society Emerging Scholar Award INFORMS TMS Best Dissertation Award Academy of Management Newman Award Editorial leadership includes Associate Editor roles at Strategic Management Journal and Academy of Management Journal, with extensive conference organization through Strategic Management Society.

Jennifer Yee-Shan ChangView profile

Lecturer

• Digital Transformation
• Hospitality Management
• Consumer Behavior
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Dr. Jennifer Yee-Shan Chang is a Lecturer at the Edge Hotel School , University of Essex. Her research focuses on digital transformation in the services sector, particularly exploring human-computer interaction, consumer behavior, and marketing innovations in hospitality and tourism contexts. She examines emerging technologies like AI chatbots, facial recognition payments, and smart hotel systems, emphasizing their societal and commercial impacts. Her work spans diverse topics including technology adoption in last-mile delivery, halal-friendly tourism perceptions, and food waste sustainability. She has been awarded a grant by the British Academy (2024) to investigate generative AI's transformative role in tourism and hospitality industries. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges technology, marketing, and organizational behavior, with publications in journals like Internet Research , Technological Forecasting and Social Change , and International Journal of Hospitality Management . Dr. Chang’s research also delves into generational travel behaviors (e.g., Gen Z’s eco-conscious decisions) and cross-cultural management trends in Asia-Pacific. She actively contributes to methodological advancements, including weighted PLS-SEM techniques for analyzing trust-based systems. Grant: Exploring Adoption of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Tourism and Hospitality (British Academy, 2024) Key Themes: Technology adoption, consumer trust, smart services, sustainability Labs/Teams: Edge Hotel School Research Group

Trevor VandenBoerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Atmospheric Reactive Nitrogen
• Environmental Chemistry
• Indoor Environment Chemistry
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Trevor VandenBoer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at York University's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on environmental chemistry of reactive nitrogen molecules and indoor environmental chemistry, utilizing custom field instruments and mass spectrometry techniques. He leads the VandenBoer Lab, developing analytical tools to study pollutant behavior across scales. Research interests include atmospheric reactive nitrogen cycling, indoor air quality dynamics, and analytical instrumentation innovation. Key sub-disciplines are Analytical Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry, aligning with UN goals like Climate Action and Good Health. Recent work emphasizes pollutant tracking in agricultural and indoor environments, including studies on commercial kitchens, athletic facilities, and cleaning byproducts. He has secured grants including the Sloan Foundation's program for indoor chemistry research. Notable achievements include student awards such as Irina's 2024 CSC Environment Division Presentation Award and Emma McLay's NSERC CGS-M. The lab collaborates widely, with projects like the ATHLETIC initiative and the ROCC chamber experiments. Instrumentation innovations include novel precipitation samplers and HONO passive samplers. Current efforts explore reactive nitrogen budgets, chlorine activation mechanisms, and urban aerosol acidity dynamics.

Amy GlassView profile

Associate Professor

• Microeconomic Theory
• International Economics
• Foreign Direct Investment
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Amy Glass is an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University, specializing in Microeconomic Theory with a focus on international trade policies, foreign direct investment (FDI), and intellectual property rights. Her research explores topics such as tariff effects on national economies, technology transfer mechanisms, and the economic implications of global investment strategies. She holds an office in WCSS 255 and can be reached at aglass@tamu.edu. Her research interests include analyzing the role of FDI in fostering technological advancements, evaluating the impact of intellectual property frameworks on innovation, and investigating how trade policies shape global economic dynamics. Notable works include studies on tariffs’ economic benefits, the coordination of tax policies to attract FDI, and the compilation of the Princeton Encyclopedia of the World Economy . Amy Glass’s publications span over two decades, demonstrating sustained engagement with themes like technology diffusion, international investment strategies, and policy reforms in intellectual property. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, her extensive bibliography reflects significant contributions to economic theory and policy analysis.

David SheanView profile

Associate Professor

• Remote Sensing
• Geospatial Data Analysis
• Glaciology
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David Shean is an Associate Professor in Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Washington, with adjunct roles in Aeronautics & Astronautics and Earth and Space Sciences. His research focuses on remote sensing and geomatics to study Earth's cryosphere, including glaciers, snow, and ice sheets. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Washington (2016) and advanced degrees from Brown University. Notable projects include SlideRule (cloud-based ICESat-2 processing) and NASA's High-Mountain Asia Team (HiMAT). He teaches courses like Geospatial Data Analysis with Python and Advanced Surveying. His work leverages modern data science, satellite imagery, and UAVs for high-resolution topographic analysis. Education: Ph.D., Earth and Space Sciences, University of Washington, 2016 Sc.M., Geology, Brown University, 2006 Sc.B., Geology-Physics/Mathematics, Brown University, 2004 Research Interests: Remote sensing, glaciology, planetary science, and hydrology. His work emphasizes automated data pipelines, cloud computing, and satellite stereo DEMs. Recent projects address ice shelf dynamics, snow depth mapping, and natural hazards like debris flows. His group develops open-source tools for processing NASA missions like ICESat-2 and commercial smallsat data. Labs & Teams: UW Terrain Analysis and Cryosphere Observation Lab Autonomous Flight Systems Lab eScience Institute Advising & Grants: Mentors PhD students in cryospheric science and geospatial analysis. Leads NASA-funded projects on STV mission technology, smallsat data analytics, and glacier mass balance. Collaborates with agencies like Malin Space Science Systems and Boston University.

Iryna HeietsView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Air Transportation Management
• Aviation Strategy
• Game Theory
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Dr. Iryna Heiets is a Senior Lecturer in Aviation at RMIT University's School of Engineering and serves as Program Manager for the BP070 Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) and BP284 dual-degree programs. She holds a PhD from the National Aviation University (Ukraine), with postdoctoral research at Université de Montpellier and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Her research focuses on air transportation management, aviation strategy, game theory, coopetition, airline marketing, and operations. She teaches six courses annually across Melbourne, Singapore, and Hong Kong, emphasizing blended learning. Key grants include funding from Ukraine's Ministry of Education (2014), EU Commission (2015), RMIT's Global Business Innovation Fund (2019), and Australia-Ukraine Research Fund (2023). Research interests span aviation strategy, digital transformation in travel, and policy analysis. Industry collaborations include Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines. Professional experience includes roles at National Aviation University and courses in aviation safety, EU regulations, and air service agreements. Teaching responsibilities include AERO2410, AERO2407, and other strategic aviation courses. Grants and partnerships highlight her global impact, while her articles address topics like UAV applications, digital twins, and airline alliances. She actively presents at international conferences and integrates cutting-edge technologies into classroom practices.

Darius OrnstonView profile

Professor

• Innovation Policy
• Regional Economic Development
• Political Economy
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Darius Ornston is Professor and Director of Academic Life at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of Toronto. His research examines innovation policy, regional economic development, and institutional adaptation, particularly how cooperation facilitates economic restructuring. Ornston has authored books analyzing how small states enter high-technology markets and how governance systems can lead to policy overshooting. His current research investigates how cities leverage civic capital to compete in technology markets, the role of anchor firms in regional innovation ecosystems, and political barriers to policy experimentation. Ornston collaborates with international organizations including the OECD and European Bank for Reconstruction and Development on innovation policy design. He teaches courses on global innovation policy, political economy of the welfare state, and innovation in urban contexts. Ornston's work combines comparative political economy with economic geography to understand how regions adapt to technological change and economic crises.

Barry GledsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Construction Project Management
• Digital Innovations in Construction
• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
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Dr Barry Gledson is an Associate Professor of Construction Project Management at Northumbria University's Architecture and Built Environment Department. He has over a decade of industry experience in project management roles across the UK and Washington DC, managing projects worth £6M–£45M in sectors like residential, commercial, and healthcare facilities. His research focuses on digital innovations (e.g., 4D BIM), sustainable construction practices, and organizational learning from project experiences. Education: PhD in Innovation Diffusion Within the UK Construction Sector (Northumbria University, 2017) BSc (Hons) in Construction Management (1998) Additional qualifications: PGCert in Education, NVQ Level 4 in Construction Management, and a Certificate in Statistics Research Interests: Digital transformation in construction, BIM adoption, project planning efficiency, and sustainability. His work aligns with UN SDGs related to sustainable infrastructure and education. Professional Affiliations: Chartered Construction Manager (MCIOB) Full Member of the Association for Project Management (MAPM) Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) BIM Academic Forum (BAF) member Awards & Recognitions: Best Paper Contribution to the Built Environment (2015) BIM Award (2016) Build London Live 2012 'Best Multi-disciplinary BIM' (2012) Build Qatar Live 2012 'Overall Winner' (2012) Grants & Projects: Led the Innovate UK-funded 'Digital Design Management' project (2019–2021), developing collaborative tools for construction productivity. Labs/Teams: Actively contributes to Northumbria University's research groups focusing on construction innovation and digital transformation initiatives.

• Plant Ecology
• Molecular Plant Ecology
• Mycorrhizal Fungi Interactions
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Inga Hiiesalu is an Associate Professor of Molecular Plant Ecology at the University of Tartu’s Faculty of Science and Technology, within the Institute of Ecology and Earth Sciences. She specializes in plant-fungal interactions, particularly focusing on mycorrhizal fungi across environmental gradients. Her work spans global-scale studies in diverse regions, including Europe, North America, the Himalayas, and Iceland. Education: PhD in Plant Ecology (2012) and Master’s in Biology (2007), both from the University of Tartu. Research: Over 50 publications in journals like *Science*, *New Phytologist*, and *Ecology Letters*, cited over 3,400 times (H-index 24). Awards: 2015 I Prize for Young Researcher Presentation and 2012 Honorary Mention in National Student Research Competition. Research interests include biodiversity conservation, soil microbial diversity, and the ecological impacts of global change. She leads projects funded by the Estonian Research Council and EU, such as *Agroecology and New Crops in Future Climates* (€1.37M) and *Soil FUNgi in FARMing Landscapes* (€577K). Her supervision includes doctoral student Merili Simmer and master’s student Epp Maria Lillipuu. Administrative roles include editorial work, conference organizing, and society memberships (e.g., Estonian Mycological Society).

Cicero Eduardo De Sousa WalterView profile

Assistant Professor

• Innovation Management
• Business Management
• Organizational Behavior
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Cicero Eduardo De Sousa Walter is an Assistant Professor of business and management at the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Piauí (Brazil) , with affiliations to the University of Aveiro (Portugal) through the GOVCOPP research unit (Governance, Competitiveness, and Public Policy). He holds a Ph.D. in Business and Economics from the University of Aveiro and Master's and Specialization degrees in Management from the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança (Portugal). His research focuses on Innovation Management, Business Management , and Organizational Behavior , with a particular interest in innovation dynamics in small enterprises, consumer behavior, and education-related studies. He has received scientific awards for his research. His work spans institutions in Brazil and Portugal, emphasizing empirical analyses of innovation drivers, licensing models, and educational outcomes. Recent publications highlight trends in machine learning applications for patent licensing, Generation Z's privacy concerns , post-pandemic retail strategies , and innovation policy . Collaborations with researchers like Manuel Au-Yong-Oliveira and Cláudia Veloso reflect cross-institutional partnerships. His affiliations include the Competitiveness, Innovation, and Sustainability (CIS) research group and profiles in SCOPUS, Web of Science, and other academic indexers. Scientific awards include recognition for research contributions in business management and innovation. His work bridges quantitative and qualitative methodologies , with a focus on Portuguese and Brazilian contexts .

Manuel Luís Au-Yong OliveiraView profile

Associate Professor

• Innovation
• Sustainability
• Marketing
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Manuel Luís Au-Yong Oliveira is an Associate Professor with Habilitation in Management - Marketing at the University of Aveiro (DEGEIT), where he teaches at undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels. He is affiliated with the Competitiveness, Innovation, and Sustainability (CIS) research group, GOVCOPP (as a full researcher), and INESC TEC (as a collaborator). His career includes leadership roles such as Director of the Undergraduate and Master's programs in Management at the University of Aveiro (2015-2022) and teaching at the University of Porto - FEUP (Business Construction Project, Master's in Innovation and Technological Entrepreneurship). PhD in Industrial Engineering and Management (FEUP, 2012; thesis distinction) MBA from Cardiff University (distinction; equivalence to Master's in Management by Universidade Católica Portuguesa) Undergraduate in Management Information Processing (Universidade Portucalense, 1991) His research focuses on innovation, sustainability, marketing, and organizational behavior. Recent work explores brand hate, fintech adoption, SME internationalization, work-family conflicts, and data-driven policy analysis. He has received an honourable mention in the University of Aveiro Researcher Awards 2022 for Social Sciences. Manuel's publications span journals like Administrative Sciences , Sustainability , Expert Systems , and Journal of Organizational Change Management , covering topics such as digital influencers, patent revenue modeling, and innovation performance metrics. His work emphasizes empirical analysis and practical applications in business and policy contexts. Honourable Mention, University of Aveiro Researcher Awards 2022 (Social Sciences) He currently coordinates the Commission for Ethics and Social Responsibility at DEGEIT (since 2018) and has served on the Executive Commission of DEGEIT (2014-2022).

Trine SyvertsenView profile

Professor

• Political communication
• Media and democracy
• Media regulation
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Trine Syvertsen is a Professor at the Department of Media and Communication , University of Oslo, Norway, and a leading scholar in media history, policy, and digital detox studies. Her research focuses on the Nordic model of public-service media , digital disconnection, and media resistance, blending institutional, cultural, and historical perspectives. Academic education: PhD in Mass Communications, University of Leicester, UK (1992) Cand. polit. (University of Bergen, Norway) and MA in Mass Communication (cum laude), University of Leicester, UK (1986) Her work explores media regulation , television studies, and the socio-cultural implications of digital media. Recent projects like Digitox: Intrusive media, ambivalent users and digital detox (NFR Fripro) analyze how individuals navigate technology through abstinence and resistance. Scientific awards and visiting roles: Visiting Professor at Freie Universität Berlin (2019), Aarhus University (2018), University of Westminster (2017, 2016, 2000), Free University of Brussels (2015), and Aarhus University (2016) Grants and projects: Syvertsen leads the NFR Fripro-funded Digitox project on digital detox and ambivalence, while her research on Media Companies and the Public Interest investigates corporate strategies in media policy.

Donna DeCarolisView profile

Professor

• Entrepreneurship
• Management
• Innovation
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Donna DeCarolis is the founding Dean of the Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship at Drexel University, where she holds a faculty position in the Department of Management. Her leadership role underscores her significant contributions to advancing entrepreneurship education and innovation ecosystems within a major academic institution. Her research interests center on entrepreneurship, management, innovation, and business strategy, with a strong emphasis on startup development and technology commercialization. These areas reflect the mission and focus of the Close School of Entrepreneurship, which fosters entrepreneurial thinking across disciplines. The available information does not include recent publications, making it difficult to assess current research trends. However, as founding dean, her scholarly work likely influences both academic and practical aspects of entrepreneurial education and venture creation. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text. There is no public information available regarding her advising of students or grant funding activities. Similarly, no specific labs or research teams are referenced in the current description.

Nada ElnahlaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Retail Surveillance
• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing Ethics
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Dr. Nada Elnahla is an Assistant Professor/Lecturer at Maynooth University's School of Business, joining in 2022 after roles as an Instructor of Marketing at Carleton University (Canada) and Assistant Professor of English Literature at Alexandria University (Egypt). She holds dual PhDs in Management/Marketing (Carleton, 2021) and Comparative Literature (Cairo, 2012), alongside MA (Comparative Literature, Alexandria, 2008) and BA (English Literature, Alexandria, 2004) degrees. Her research bridges retail surveillance ethics, consumer behavior, and literary analysis, focusing on topics like smart surveillance in retail, loyalty programs, and the intersection of literature and marketing. Education: PhD in Management/Marketing, Carleton University (2021) PhD in Comparative Literature, Cairo University (2012) MA in Comparative Literature, Alexandria University (2008) BA in English Literature, Alexandria University (2004) Research Interests: Dr. Elnahla explores surveillance technologies in retail, consumer ethics, narrative theory, and marketing history. Her work often critiques how retail spaces monitor customers and employs literary frameworks to analyze consumer psychology and corporate practices. Awards & Grants: MUSSI Research Grants Scheme (2024) Maynooth University School of Business Seed Funding (2023) Paul R. Lawrence Fellowship (2017) Donald F. Dixon Scholarship (2019) Labs & Collaborations: She contributes to the Innovation Value Institute’s (IVI) Digital Retail Cluster and is a member of LERO, Ireland’s Science Foundation research center for software engineering. Her work integrates industry partnerships to study evolving retail technologies and consumer dynamics.