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Dr. Sylvie Albert is a Professor of Strategy and Leadership at the University of Winnipeg, former Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics, and past Associate Dean of Laurentian University's Faculty of Management. With 15 years in academia, she has extensive experience in municipal/provincial governance, management consulting, and economic development. A leading expert in smart cities and digital urban innovation, her work bridges academia, policy, and practice through roles like Senior Advisor to Infrastructure Canada's Smart Cities Challenge and lead jurist for the Intelligent Community Forum. Her research focuses on sustainable urban development, digital governance, and community telecommunication networks, informed by activism on local-to-international boards and think tanks. She is authoring her fourth book on smart cities and has led projects nationwide through her consultancy, Planned Approach Inc. Education & Experience: 12 years in government roles 10 years in management consulting Founder/owner of Planned Approach Inc. (economic development consulting) Leadership roles in Northern Ontario economic development corporations Research Interests: Her interdisciplinary work examines strategy development , entrepreneurship , innovation ecosystems , and the intersection of digitalization with urban policy. Key themes include: Smart/intelligent/sustainable city frameworks Community wireless networks and ICT adoption Online learning pedagogy in business education Labour market barriers for immigrant professionals Grants & Advising: Her advisory contributions include: Global Forum on Digitalization in Europe (yearly participation) Infrastructure Canada's Smart Cities Challenge (Senior Advisor) UN Voluntary Local Reviews methodology development Her consultancy work emphasizes economic development projects and smart community planning across Canada. Labs & Collaborations: Engaged with global networks like the Intelligent Community Forum and cross-sectoral partnerships to advance urban innovation, digital equity, and participatory governance models.

• Smart Cities
• Sustainable Urban Development
• Digital Innovation in Governance
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Robert O'Brien is a Professor of Political Science in the Faculty of Social Sciences at McMaster University. He teaches courses in international relations and international political economy, with a focus on global labor politics, climate change, and international trade agreements. His research spans several decades, with publications dating back to the 1980s, and he currently serves as consulting editor of the Global Labour Journal and was formerly associate editor of Global Social Policy. Professor O'Brien's educational background includes a B.A (Hons) from Carleton University, an MSc. (Econ) from the London School of Economics and Political Science, and a Ph.D from York University. His research interests span international relations, international political economy, global labor politics, climate change, and social movements. O'Brien has conducted extensive research on international trade agreements including NAFTA and WTO, examining their impacts on labor and social movements. He is currently focusing on climate internationalisms and climate futures, exploring how advanced industrialized countries should adopt climate policies that consider global impacts. O'Brien's recent publications reveal consistent themes in global political economy, labor internationalism, and climate politics. His work demonstrates a strong focus on the intersection of labor movements with international economic institutions, the evolving nature of global governance, and the political dimensions of climate change. The research shows increasing attention to climate politics in recent years, reflecting his current projects on Western internationalism in the climate change era. Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Public Diplomacy (2021) Professor O'Brien has advised numerous students through various courses and research supervision, including Global Political Economy, Political Economy of Global Climate Change, and Politics of a Dying Planet. His teaching spans undergraduate and graduate levels, with courses offered under both Political Science and Global Studies departments. He has received recognition through news coverage, social media mentions, and academic citations, with his work referenced in Wikipedia pages, policy sources, and syllabi across multiple institutions. O'Brien maintains an active research agenda through his work with the Global Labour Journal and ongoing projects examining climate scenarios for the future. His research connects academic scholarship with practical policy implications, particularly regarding how individual citizens can contribute to a transition toward a greener society and economy.

• International Relations
• International Political Economy
• Global Labour Politics
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Dr. Michelle Gallant serves as Professor at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Law (Robson Hall), where she has taught continuously since 1999 and attained full professorship in 2014. She concurrently holds an Adjunct Professor appointment in the university's Peace and Conflict Studies Program since 2005 and is an Associate member of St. Paul's College. Her significant administrative roles include Manitoba Law Reform Commissioner (2012-2018), Deputy Commissioner of the Residential Tenancies Commission (2008-2011), and former Associate Dean (Research and Graduate Studies) and Director of the Legal Research Institute (2004-2010). Her academic credentials feature a Doctor of Philosophy from King's College London (2000), preceded by a Master of Laws from the University of British Columbia (1996) and Bachelor of Laws from the University of New Brunswick (1990). Prior to doctoral studies, she practiced as Legal Counsel for the Federal Department of Justice in Halifax. Dr. Gallant's research centers on the governance of tainted finance, with primary expertise in Money Laundering, Terrorist Finance, and Taxation intersecting with Philanthropy and the Law. Her work critically examines civil forfeiture mechanisms, anti-money laundering regulations, and the tension between financial crime control and human rights protection. She employs empirical methodologies to evaluate regulatory effectiveness across Canadian and international contexts, with particular attention to banking sector vulnerabilities and cross-jurisdictional enforcement challenges. Analysis of her publication record reveals evolving scholarly focus from theoretical frameworks toward empirical studies of civil forfeiture and international regulatory cooperation. Recent work increasingly addresses the impact of financial secrecy jurisdictions on crime control efforts and explores innovative approaches to balancing security imperatives with fundamental rights protections in financial regulation. She maintains active scholarly engagement through presentations at premier international forums including the Cambridge International Symposium on Economic Crime and Global Conference on Transparency Research, where she contributes expertise on civil forfeiture patterns, terrorist finance regulation, and philanthropy law applications.

• Money Laundering
• Terrorist Finance
• Taxation
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Jen Pylypa is a researcher in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Carleton University , focusing on medical anthropology, transnational adoption, and immigrant health. She holds a B.A. in anthropology from the University of British Columbia and an M.A. and Ph.D. in medical and cultural anthropology from the University of Arizona. Research Interests: Health and well-being of women/children, self-medication practices, global health worker migration, Southeast Asia (Laos/Thailand), and immigrant communities in North America. Grants: SSHRC, NSF, and Wenner-Gren Foundation fellowships. Supervision: Mentors graduate students in medical anthropology, adoption studies, gender studies, and Southeast Asia research. Courses Taught: Anthropology of the Body, Ethnographic Methods, Health and Globalization, and Practicum Placement. Scientific Awards: Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) grants American National Science Foundation (NSF) fellowships Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research grants

• Medical anthropology
• Health and well-being of women and children
• Transnational adoption
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Mehmet Akif Demircioglu is an Assistant Professor at the School of Public Policy and Administration, specializing in public sector innovation, digital transformation, and governance. His research focuses on the intersection of technology, policy design, and organizational behavior within public institutions. Key themes include digital ethics, demographic shifts impacting public innovation, and leadership strategies in crisis contexts like VUCA environments. His work spans global comparative studies, emphasizing Asia-Pacific contexts and European case analyses. Methodologically, he employs computational policy analysis, mixed-methods frameworks, and quantitative evaluation of innovation outcomes. He has contributed significantly to understanding how public organizations adapt to demographic changes and crises through strategic digital interventions. Notable contributions include studies on reverse knowledge spillover in public entrepreneurship, leadership's role in pandemic management, and the ethical dimensions of digital governance. His research bridges theoretical innovation frameworks with practical policy implementation challenges.

• Public Policy
• Public Sector Innovation
• Digital Ethics
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Sari Graben serves as Professor and Associate Dean of Research & Graduate Studies at Toronto Metropolitan University's Lincoln Alexander School of Law, where she provides strategic research leadership and directs the Professional Development Program. She previously held positions as counsel at a national law firm, adjunct faculty at Queen's University, and associate professor at Ted Rogers School of Management. Education PhD from York University (2010) LLM from Queen's University (2004) LLB from Dalhousie University (2000) BA from York University (1996) Research Focus Her research examines Indigenous governance frameworks through interdisciplinary lenses, focusing on regulatory institutions, emergent property systems, and risk assessment. She specializes in how legal structures impact Indigenous communities in resource development contexts, with particular attention to gender equity in environmental negotiations and the evolution of Indigenous administrative law. Recent publications demonstrate growing emphasis on legal education transformation, including technology integration and cultural competency training. Her scholarship consistently intersects Indigenous rights with environmental governance, treaty implementation, and comparative institutional analysis. Awards & Recognition President’s Blue and Gold Award for Staff Excellence (2020) Dean’s Scholarly Research and Creativity Award (2015) Best Paper Award, Canadian Academy of Legal Studies (2018) Fulbright Visiting Research Chair (University of Washington) SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (UC Berkeley) Queen’s University Arctic Policy Fellowship Leadership & Grants Graben leads multiple SSHRC-funded initiatives including research on Indigenous financial inclusion and Impact Benefit Agreement gender analysis. As Associate Dean, she oversees graduate program development and mentors emerging scholars. She directs the law school's Professional Development Program, creating training frameworks for legal practitioners across diverse communities.

• Indigenous Law
• Environmental Law
• Regulatory Institutions
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Ellen Gutterman is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Political Science at Glendon College, part of York University in Toronto. Her work focuses on global governance, international law, and transnational crime, with particular expertise in anti-corruption norms and transnational advocacy. She teaches international relations and global politics, emphasizing theoretical frameworks for analyzing illicit economies and compliance mechanisms. Her research explores how global norms shape anti-corruption policies, particularly regarding extraterritorial enforcement and legitimacy challenges. Dr. Gutterman has held visiting roles at the Ralph Bunche Institute for International Affairs (CUNY) and served as a consultant at Transparency International. She is affiliated with the Jack and Mae Nathanson Centre on Transnational Human Rights, Crime, and Security at Osgoode Hall Law School. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges political science and legal studies, addressing topics like the Financial Action Task Force’s counter-money laundering strategies and the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act’s global impact. Her publications analyze how states navigate anti-corruption obligations, including strategic policy framing in UK compliance efforts and the contested nature of global anti-corruption norms. She critiques gaps in transnational enforcement and advocates for more equitable governance structures. Despite her prolific research output, no specific awards or grants are highlighted in the provided text.

• International Relations Theory
• Global Governance
• International Law
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Dr. Helen Hambly is a Professor in the Department of Capacity Development and Extension at the University of Guelph’s School of Environmental Design and Rural Development. She joined the institution in 2003 after 30+ years in international agricultural research and development, including roles with the CGIAR, IDRC, and Canadian NGOs. Her work focuses on knowledge mobilization, IT in agricultural innovation systems, and rural broadband advocacy. She leads projects such as Canada’s WELL-E AI initiative and the Regional Rural Broadband Strategy. Dr. Hambly also engages in gender analysis in agricultural policy and governance, serving as Chair of the International Potato Center and Vice-President of Farm Radio International. Education: Bachelor of Arts, University of Toronto Master of Environmental Studies, York University Doctor of Philosophy, York University Research Interests: Technology adoption in developing nations Rural-urban digital divides Gender equity in agricultural innovation Capacity-building for smallholder farmers Agricultural communication systems Grants & Leadership: Project lead for Canada’s national agricultural broadband strategy Principal investigator for the WELL-E AI capacity development project Former Chair of CGIAR’s RTB Research Program Steering Committee Labs & Collaborations: WELL-E AI project (multi-stakeholder initiative) Rural Broadband Policy Advocacy Network Journalists for Human Rights (Vice-Chair)

• Capacity Development
• Agricultural Innovation Systems
• Rural Broadband
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Charles Conteh is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Brock University, Faculty of Social Sciences, where he also serves as Director of the Niagara Community Observatory. He holds a BA (Hons) from the University of Toronto, an MA from Carleton University, and a PhD from McMaster University. BA (Hons), University of Toronto MA, Carleton University PhD, McMaster University His research and teaching focus on Canadian and comparative public policy, public management, political economy, and multilevel governance. He investigates governance structures in complex policy systems, strategic policy formulation, and the reinvention of local and regional economies amid global economic and ecological shifts. A secondary focus includes governance reform in developing countries. His recent publications span books, journal articles, and book chapters, with a strong emphasis on innovation policy, intergovernmental collaboration, and city-region governance. Themes across his work include accountability in networked governance, policy adaptation in federal systems, and the role of intermediary institutions in regional development. Faculty Distinguished Researcher Award (2018) Finalist, Ontario Speaker’s Book Award (2014) Highly Commended Award, Literati Network (2013) One of the Eight Most Downloaded Articles in Public Management Review (2009) Prof. Conteh has secured research funding from SSHRC, BUAF, BSIG, IPAC, and CIDA. He collaborates with scholars nationally and internationally and mentors research assistants. He is actively involved in policy-relevant research through the Niagara Community Observatory and contributes to academic discourse on public administration and governance reform. He is affiliated with research networks in public management and contributes to interdisciplinary and transnational policy studies.

• Public Policy
• Public Management
• Multilevel Governance
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Karima Afif serves as an Associate Professor at Laval University within the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, specializing in operations and supply chain management for agri-food systems. Her research addresses critical challenges in sustainable packaging, food security, and climate risk adaptation through her affiliation with the Research Center for Environmental, Agri-Food, Transport and Energy Economics. Her primary research focuses on Operations Management and Supply Chain Management within food supply chains, examining organizational buying behavior for perishable-food packaging, policy effectiveness of environmental regulations like packaging taxes, and barriers to sustainable packaging adoption. This work directly tackles transnational food security vulnerabilities and climate adaptation strategies for Quebec's agricultural sector. Recent publications (2020-2022) demonstrate concentrated expertise in sustainable packaging systems, combining systematic literature reviews with empirical studies on retail behavior and policy impacts. Her research consistently bridges theoretical operations management frameworks with practical applications for food industry stakeholders, emphasizing resilience in perishable supply chains. Scientific Awards: No specific awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in the provided information. Advising and Grants: Dr. Afif currently supervises three doctoral candidates ( Bloaté Cedric Gledjike (Agroeconomics) Tiloux Soundja (Agroeconomics) ) and one postdoctoral researcher ( Behnaz Gharakhani Dehsorkhi (Management) ), with recent completion of two master's theses ( Renaud Ledoux (Consumer Sciences) Félix Bourgeois-Piché (Agroeconomics) ). Her active grant portfolio includes transnational food security research (FRQSC, 2025-2028), agricultural risk management chair (MAPAQ, 2025-2030), nature-based ecosystem restoration training (NSERC, 2024-2030), Quebec agri-food supply chain analysis (FRQSC, 2022-2026), and food bank resilience during crises (FRQSC, 2024-2027). Labs and Teams: She contributes to the Research Center for Environmental, Agri-Food, Transport and Energy Economics, which facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration on economic modeling of food systems, climate risk assessment, and sustainable resource management across Quebec's agricultural sector.

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Food Supply Chain
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Boris Cvitanic D. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at the University of Magallanes, Chile. He holds a PhD in Architectural Projects from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (Spain), a Master in Theory and History of Architecture, and a professional degree in Architecture from the University of Concepción, Chile. His academic and research work centers on industrial heritage, particularly in Latin America and Chile, with a focus on oil and extractive industries, urban planning, and the socio-cultural dimensions of industrial landscapes. PhD in Architectural Projects, Polytechnic University of Catalonia (2010) Master in Theory and History of Architecture, Polytechnic University of Catalonia (2013) Architect, University of Concepción, Chile (2002) His research interests include industrial heritage, architectural history, urban planning, gender and industrialization, extractivism, and the territorial impact of energy infrastructure. He explores how industrial legacies shape regional identities and how communities engage with post-industrial landscapes through memory, tourism, and conservation. The recent publications and conference presentations reflect a strong thematic coherence around industrial heritage systems, company towns, energy landscapes, and the sociopolitical dimensions of industrial decline and memory. His work often adopts comparative and global perspectives, engaging with debates on heritage policy, environmental transition, and social justice in post-industrial contexts. Boris leads the Fondecyt Regular project Nº1200469 (2020–2023) on the oil industry in Chile, focusing on architecture, territory, and the construction of a national industrial heritage. He is also a former Associate Researcher of the Conicyt Anillos Soc1403 project (2014–2017). He has authored numerous articles and book chapters on the architectural and cultural heritage of the Magallanes Region. He actively participates in international academic discourse, notably through the TICCIH network, and has presented at major forums on industrial heritage, including sessions on urban forms, technological heritage, and the future of industrial conservation in Latin America and the Caribbean.

• Industrial Heritage
• Architectural History
• Heritage Conservation
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Ellen Olive Wahoush is a Part-Time Associate Professor in the School of Nursing at McMaster University. Her role includes research and teaching focused on health disparities among vulnerable populations, notably refugees, immigrants, and Indigenous communities. She has taught courses such as Introduction to the Social Determinants of Health (HTHSCI 1RR3) and Refugee Health Policies and Practice (GLOBHTH 709) between 2017-2023. Dr. Wahoush's research explores health equity through interdisciplinary lenses: Refugee/Immigrant Health: Palliative care in humanitarian crises (Jordan/Rwanda), mental healthcare access barriers, and transnational caregiving experiences. Indigenous Health: Healthcare access for Indigenous mothers and infants, culturally sensitive research methodologies. Maternal-Child Health: NICU experiences of immigrant mothers, gestational health interventions (Be Healthy in Pregnancy study). Her work employs qualitative and mixed methods, emphasizing community engagement and policy reform. Her 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveal dominant themes: refugee palliative care in conflict zones (8 studies), immigrant mental health (4 studies), and Indigenous healthcare access (2 studies). Methodologically, 73% use qualitative designs, reflecting her focus on lived experiences. Geographic emphasis includes Canada, Syria, Jordan, Rwanda, and South Asian/Sub-Saharan African diasporas. No scientific awards or current student advisees are documented. Grant information is unavailable in the provided text.

• Refugee Health
• Indigenous Health
• Palliative Care
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Ranjita Singh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the Ted Rogers School of Management, Toronto Metropolitan University. She coordinates the BSM program, encompassing courses BSM 100, 200, and 600. Her research focuses on sustainability, corporate governance, and technology evolution, with particular emphasis on Canadian corporations’ sustainability reporting practices and consumer behavior in adopting green technologies. She previously worked at the Amsterdam Business School (ABS), University of Amsterdam. Education: MBA and PhD (institutions unspecified). Research Interests: Sustainability reporting strategies and their alignment with corporate messaging Impact of global presence on sustainability practices Entrepreneurial ecosystems in technology and creative industries Consumer adoption barriers for sustainable innovations (electric vehicles, net-zero housing) Teaching: BSM 100 & 200 courses emphasizing critical thinking and real-world problem-solving Pedagogical focus on integrating rigorous theory with practical business applications Key Contributions: 2025 Environment and Urbanization ASIA study on Gen Z recycling during pandemic 2024 Journal of Small Business Management incubation value framework 2021 Journal of Innovation Management EV adoption analysis Awards: 2014-2015 'Professor who made a mark' award from Ted Rogers School of Management Grants/Advising: No explicit grants listed; advises on interdisciplinary sustainability projects Labs/Teams: Works within TRSM’s entrepreneurship innovation hub, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams on sustainability initiatives

• Sustainability
• Corporate Governance
• Evolution of Technology
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Dr. Geoff Lawrence is an Associate Professor in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics at York University's Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies. His research examines technology-mediated language teaching, teacher education, plurilingualism, and intercultural learning through dynamic pedagogical approaches. Lawrence's research focuses on transformative practices in language education, including: Innovative technology integration in language classrooms Teacher identity development and belief systems Plurilingual approaches to linguistic diversity Intercultural competence in transnational contexts Virtual reality and immersive learning environments Analysis of recent publications reveals strong emphases on pedagogical innovation during digital transformation periods, particularly exploring virtual reality applications, pandemic-responsive teaching strategies, and decolonizing approaches to language education. His work consistently addresses technology's role in facilitating human connection and cultural exchange. Dr. Lawrence maintains active research collaborations through projects like LINCDIRE, which integrates Western and Indigenous perspectives, and international telecollaboration initiatives that create global learning networks for language educators.

• Applied Linguistics
• Technology-mediated Language Teaching
• Teacher Education
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Phillip Y. Lipscy is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Toronto, holding the Richard Charles Lee Directorship of the Asian Institute and the Chair in Japanese Politics and Global Affairs. He concurrently serves as a Professor at the Faculty of Law at the University of Tokyo. His research focuses on international cooperation, energy and climate policy, Japanese politics, and institutional reform in international organizations. Lipscy's 2017 book Renegotiating the World Order examines how states leverage institutional change to enhance global influence. Affiliations: Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of Toronto; Faculty of Law, University of Tokyo Roles: Director, Centre for the Study of Global Japan; Chair in Japanese Politics and Global Affairs His research interests span energy transitions, international organizations, and the geopolitical implications of financial crises. Lipscy has published extensively on Japan's role in global governance, including analyses of its foreign policy under Abe Shinzo and its responses to climate change and pandemics. He earned his Ph.D. in Political Science from Harvard University and has affiliations with institutions such as the Program on U.S.-Japan Relations at Harvard and the Initiative for Sustainable Energy Policy at Johns Hopkins SAIS.

• International Relations
• Energy and Climate Policy
• International Organizations
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