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• Auditing
• Corporate Governance
• Financial Reporting
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Professor Peter Carey is a Chair in Accounting and Head of the Department of Accounting at Deakin Business School, part of Deakin University. His research focuses on auditing, corporate governance, financial reporting, and SME/non-profit environments. He holds a PhD from the University of New South Wales and multiple advanced degrees in business and applied science. His professional affiliations include Chartered Accountant and Registered Company Auditor credentials, alongside editorial roles in academic journals. Education: PhD (UNSW), MBA (Monash), Graduate Diploma in Applied Science (Swinburne), Bachelor of Economics (Monash). Research interests span audit quality, corporate governance frameworks, voluntary disclosure practices, and the interplay between SMEs and auditors. Key themes include regulatory compliance, assurance mechanisms, and the impact of auditor expertise. His recent work examines IFRS ambiguity, sustainability assurance effects on debt costs, and fraud detection through anonymous reporting channels. Professor Carey has secured significant grants totaling over $3M AUD from bodies like Chartered Accountants ANZ, KPMG, and the IPA. He leads the IPA-Deakin SME Research Centre and collaborates internationally on SME advisory practices. Supervision includes doctoral research on audit quality, capital structure determinants, and charity reporting behaviors. Labs/Teams: Active in the Deakin Integrated Reporting Centre and IPA-Deakin SME Research Partnership, focusing on integrated thinking, SME performance enhancement, and auditing innovation.

Eamonn O'NeillView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
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Eamonn O'Neill is a Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Bath. His research focuses on innovative human-technology interaction, including mixed/augmented/virtual reality, and interaction with intelligent systems. His work emphasizes applied science, deriving design principles grounded in theory and empirical testing. He leads the UKRI CDT in Accountable, Responsible and Transparent AI and is affiliated with multiple centers, including the Centre for the Analysis of Motion, Entertainment Research & Applications (CAMERA) and the REal and Virtual Environments Augmentation Labs (REVEAL). His projects span EU-funded initiatives such as EMIL and UNREST, addressing topics like embodied interaction, AI regulation, and social cohesion. Recent research explores emotion recognition in VR exergaming, EEG-based brain-computer interfaces, and regulatory frameworks for AI. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation and infrastructure. Collaborations include academic institutions and industry partners across Europe.

Guido Noto La DiegaView profile

Professor

• Internet of Things (IoT) Law
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance
• Consumer Law
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Professor Guido Noto La Diega is a Professor of Law, Technology, and Innovation at the University of Strathclyde's School of Law within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. He leads the LLM/MSc Law, Technology, and Innovation program and mentors a research team focusing on the intersection of law, technology, and innovation. His expertise spans European, Italian, and British legal frameworks for IoT, AI, robotics, blockchain, and cloud computing. He holds a PhD in Private Law from the University of Palermo and a postdoc in Cloud Computing Law from Queen Mary University of London. Research Interests: IoT governance, AI regulation, consumer protection, intellectual property law, and data protection. Key Projects: Leads the AHRC-DFG funded 'From Smart Technologies to Smart Consumer Laws' and contributed to the EU's AI in Education guidelines. International Recognition: Cited by the EU Court of Justice's Advocate General, House of Lords, and World Economic Forum. External Roles: Fellow at the Nexa Center, Research Associate at UCL's Blockchain Tech Centre, and member of the European Data Protection Board. His work emphasizes socially just and sustainable innovation, advocating for legal frameworks that protect consumers while fostering ethical technological advancement. Notable publications include Internet of Things and the Law , an open-access book addressing IoT's legal challenges.

• Political Economy
• Public Economics
• Applied Theory
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Andrea Mattozzi is a Full Professor of Economics at the University of Bologna's Department of Economics since 2022, serving as Coordinator of the PhD Program in Economics. Previously, he held academic roles at institutions including the California Institute of Technology, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, and the European University Institute, where he also led the Economics Department. He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and a Laurea (BA) in Economics (Summa Cum Laude) from Università Bocconi. His research focuses on Political Economy, Public Economics, and Applied Theory, with notable contributions to topics like electoral systems, policy implementation, and political competition. His work has been published in top journals such as the American Economic Review (AER) and the Journal of Economic Theory (JET), supported by grants from the NSF, Ramón y Cajal Fellowship, and EU initiatives like Horizon 2020. Mattozzi’s research demonstrates a consistent focus on institutional design, democratic accountability, and the interplay between political incentives and economic outcomes. Recent articles explore referendums, fact-checking mechanisms, and pandemic policy responses, reflecting both theoretical rigor and societal relevance. Awards: Ramón y Cajal Fellowship, NSF grants, William Polk Carey Prize (best dissertation), and CEPR Research Fellow appointment. Professional Roles: Associate Editor of the European Economic Review, RCEA Senior Fellow, and panelist for Economic Policy. His academic leadership includes directing PhD programs and coordinating interdisciplinary projects such as the European Media and Information Fund’s FacTS initiative. Mattozzi also maintains visiting professorships and collaborates internationally on policy-relevant research.

Joseph SpoonerView profile

Associate Professor

• Law
• Policy Analysis
• Political Economy
• +6 more

Dr Joseph Spooner is an Associate Professor at the LSE Law School, specializing in law, policy, and politics relating to household debt, over-indebtedness, and financialisation. His research focuses on how legal frameworks serve low-income groups, particularly in access to justice and dispute resolution. He has authored books such as Bankruptcy: the Case for Relief in an Economy of Debt , which critiques contemporary debt-dependent economies and advocates for bankruptcy law as a social insurance mechanism. His work spans comparative legal analyses of bankruptcy systems in jurisdictions like Ireland, Germany, and the UK, with an emphasis on post-crisis policy dynamics and austerity measures. Dr Spooner’s research interests include the political economy of debt, the ethics of consumer credit regulation, and the socio-legal dimensions of insolvency laws. He has contributed to policy debates on bankruptcy reform and has published widely in journals such as the Journal of Law and Society and Modern Law Review . His articles explore topics ranging from council tax debt crises to the ‘quiet-loud-quiet’ politics of post-crisis bankruptcy laws. His academic contributions highlight the intersections between law, economics, and social welfare, emphasizing the need for equitable legal frameworks that protect vulnerable debtors. Dr Spooner teaches at the LSE Law School and engages in external activities related to legal policy and academic collaboration.

Rita Coelho do ValeView profile

Associate Professor

• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing
• Decision-Making Processes
• +7 more

Rita Coelho do Vale is an Associate Professor of Marketing at CATÓLICA-LISBON School of Business and Economics, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, where she serves as Dean for Undergraduate Programs and Director of the Behavioral Insights Unit. She holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from Tilburg University, an MBA from Faculdade de Economia-UNL, and a Licenciatura in Economics from Universidade Nova de Lisboa. Her research centers on consumer behavior, with a focus on decision-making, self-regulation, impulsive buying, and sustainable consumption. Rita has published extensively in leading journals such as the Journal of Consumer Research , Journal of Business Ethics , and Journal of Product & Brand Management . Her work explores how consumers regulate behavior, respond to ethical claims, and are influenced by packaging and brand strategies, particularly in private label and fair trade contexts. The trend in her recent publications shows a strong emphasis on behavioral insights, integrating psychology with marketing to understand subtle influences on consumer choices, including package size deception, copycat branding, and moral licensing. Her research often employs experimental and cross-cultural methods. Scientific Roles and Leadership: Dean for Undergraduate Programs, CATÓLICA-LISBON Director, Behavioral Insights Unit Oversees LERNE (Laboratory of Experimental Research in Economics and Management), PEO (Online Research Panel), and OSP (Observatory of the Portuguese Society) Teaching: She teaches Consumer Behavior, Services Marketing, and Research Methodologies across undergraduate, master’s, and executive education programs, including customized corporate programs. Grants and Research Leadership: As Director of the Behavioral Insights Unit, she leads a multidisciplinary team conducting experimental and applied research in consumer and economic behavior. She has contributed to national and international research initiatives, though specific grants are not listed in the source text. Labs and Teams: She leads the Behavioral Insights Unit, which integrates experimental, online, and societal observation platforms to advance behavioral research in marketing and economics.

Danny McGowanView profile

Professor

• Finance
• Financial Intermediation
• Banking
• +10 more

Danny McGowan is Professor of Finance and Head of the Department of Finance at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham . He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Nottingham and has a strong academic background in economics and finance. Education: PhD in Economics, University of Nottingham, 2010 MSc in Economics, University of Bristol, 2007 BSc in Economics, University of Bristol, 2003 His research centers on applied microeconomics with a focus on financial intermediation, banking, mortgage markets, and household finance . He frequently employs quasi-experimental methods to study the impact of regulation, competition, and institutional frameworks on financial institutions and markets. His recent work explores the societal determinants of wealth inequality, lending, and entrepreneurship, as well as the effects of deposit market competition and mortgage default. His publication record is impressive, with articles in leading journals such as the Review of Financial Studies , Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis , and Journal of Financial Intermediation . The recent articles show a consistent trend in analyzing bank conduct, risk management, regulation, and the real effects of financial markets , often using natural experiments and policy changes as identification strategies. Research Funding and Recognition: Principal Investigator on a ~£400,000 Leverhulme Research Project Grant Over £500,000 in research funding from ESRC, British Academy, and Leverhulme Trust Research cited in House of Commons inquiries and by media outlets Advising and Grants: He has successfully advised four PhD students to completion, all of whom have secured academic positions. His research is supported by major grants from UK research councils, demonstrating the significance and impact of his work in the field of finance. Professional Engagement: He is an active member of leading professional associations including the American Finance Association, American Economic Association, European Finance Association, and Royal Economic Society, and regularly presents his work at international conferences.

• Pharmaceutical Policy
• Medication Safety
• Pharmaceutical Promotion
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Barbara Mintzes is a Professor of Evidence-Based Pharmaceutical Policy at the University of Sydney's School of Pharmacy and Charles Perkins Centre. She previously held an Associate Professor position at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada, and led the Therapeutics Initiative there. Her work focuses on pharmaceutical policy, medication safety, and the impact of pharmaceutical promotion on prescribing practices. She is a lead investigator in international studies comparing national drug regulatory policies and has authored influential educational materials on drug promotion for healthcare students. Education: PhD in Health Care and Epidemiology BA Research Interests: Quality Use of Medicines Pharmaceutical Promotion Regulation Disease-Mongering Analysis Post-Market Drug Safety Her recent work includes evaluating safety advisories across countries, studying antidepressant use in pregnancy, and analyzing conflicts of interest in clinical guidelines. Articles Trends: Her publications emphasize the need for transparent communication of drug risks, critical assessment of industry influence, and evidence-based regulatory policies. Recent studies highlight disparities in safety advisory implementation globally and the ethical implications of pharmaceutical-industry ties. Awards: Michael Smith Health Research Foundation Scholar Award (2008–2014) Prix Prescrire (2013) Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD/MSc students on topics like off-label drug use and prescribing determinants Collaborates with the Charles Perkins Centre on obesity and cardiovascular disease research Her work extends to global initiatives, including WHO/HAI educational materials on drug promotion. Labs/Teams: Leads the Evidence, Policy and Influence Collaborative (EPIC) at the Charles Perkins Centre and contributes to the Therapeutics Initiative.

• Accounting
• Public Policy
• Carbon Accounting
• +8 more

Jane Andrew is a Professor and Head of Discipline at the University of Sydney Business School, specializing in Accounting. She joined the University of Sydney in 2010 after holding various academic positions at the University of Wollongong. Andrew serves as co-editor-in-chief for Critical Perspectives on Accounting (since 2018) and is an Associate Editor for Abacus, with editorial board memberships for several prominent accounting journals. Professor Andrew's research explores the relationship between accounting information and public policy, with particular focus on climate change accounting, prison privatisation, and neoliberalism. Her work examines how accounting practices influence policy decisions, particularly in areas traditionally managed by governments, including prisons, immigration detention, and environmental regulation. She has made significant contributions to understanding the role of accounting in processes of neoliberalisation and the privatisation of public services. Her recent publications demonstrate a growing focus on data privacy, surveillance capitalism, and the financialisation of social services. Her work spans critical accounting, political economy, and interdisciplinary research, often collaborating with scholars from law, political science, and criminology. Andrew's research has practical policy implications, as evidenced by her submissions to parliamentary inquiries and engagement with government departments. Professor Andrew actively supervises PhD students and teaches postgraduate courses including ACCT6001 Intermediate Financial Reporting, ACCT6002 International Accounting, and BUSS4001 Business Honours Research Methods. Her supervision spans diverse topics including accountability in microfinance, time budgeting in consulting firms, and the interplay between accounting practices and architectural design. Her scholarly impact extends beyond traditional publication through submissions to public inquiries, policy-relevant research reports, and media articles where she actively engages in evidence-based policy discussions with industry and government partners.

Jeffrey P. KahnView profile

Professor

• Bioethics
• Ethics and Public Health
• Ethics and Research
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Jeffrey P. Kahn is the Robert Henry Levi and Ryda Hecht Levi Professor at Johns Hopkins University, with a primary appointment in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. He is a core faculty member at the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics, where he leads research on the ethical, legal, and social implications of emerging biomedical technologies. PhD, Georgetown University, 1989 MPH, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 1988 Dr. Kahn’s research focuses on bioethics and public health, with particular expertise in ethics and genomics, research ethics, science policy, and the governance of digital health technologies. His work addresses critical questions about informed consent, equity in access to genomic medicine, public trust in biobanking, and the ethical use of data in public health surveillance. He has led major initiatives such as the Genomic Uses in Infectious Diseases and Epidemics (GUIDE) project and research on digital contact tracing governance. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary scholarship, integrating insights from law, policy, history, and social sciences to address complex challenges at the intersection of genetics, infectious diseases, and public health. Themes include anticipatory governance of genome editing, regulatory innovation for rare diseases, and ethical frameworks for decentralized biobanking and digital health applications. Member, Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health, Alpha Chapter (Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health), 2014 Robert Henry Levi and Ryda Hecht Levi Professor of Bioethics and Public Policy, 2011–present Dr. Kahn has mentored numerous scholars and contributed to national and international policy discussions on bioethics. He has received continuous research funding for projects exploring the ethical dimensions of biobanking, genomic surveillance, and public engagement in science. His leadership extends to collaborative networks such as the BRIDGES Collaboratory, which advances ethical, legal, and social studies at the nexus of infectious and genetic diseases. He is actively involved in research centers including the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics and leads projects that integrate ethics into public health practice and policy development.

Angela LiuView profile

Academic

• Health Policy
• Healthcare Financing
• Medicare
• +8 more

Angela Liu, PhD, MPH, is an Assistant Scientist in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She is affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Drug Access and Affordability Initiative and the Center for Health Systems and Policy Modeling, where she conducts research on healthcare financing, managed care, and pharmaceutical policy with a focus on Medicare and Medicare Advantage programs. PhD in Health Policy and Management, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2024 MPH, University of Washington, 2019 BS in Biomedical Engineering, University of Virginia, 2016 Dr. Liu's research centers on health policy and its financial implications within the U.S. healthcare system. Her work explores Medicare and Medicare Advantage , insurance design , drug access and affordability , pricing and payment models , and healthcare expenditure . She uses a systems-level, supply-side approach to evaluate how policy changes affect patient outcomes, provider behavior, and cost efficiency. Her recent publications (2023–2025) reveal a strong focus on pharmaceutical policy (e.g., biosimilars, step therapy), geographic variation in spending , and avoidable hospitalizations . These works span journals like JAMA Health Forum and the Journal of Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy , indicating a high-impact, policy-relevant research trajectory. June Culley Doctoral Scholarship, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2023 Dr. Liu has been involved in multiple research projects, including state-level Medigap reform and evaluations of price transparency tools. She collaborates extensively with senior researchers such as G. Anderson, M. Buntin, D. Polsky, and K.E. Anderson. While no formal advising roles are listed, her active research output and center affiliations suggest involvement in training and mentorship. She has not received external grant mentions in the provided text but participates in institutional initiatives that likely involve funded research. She is engaged in the Johns Hopkins Drug Access and Affordability Initiative and the Center for Health Systems and Policy Modeling , both of which support interdisciplinary research on health system performance and policy innovation.

Zongfei YangView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Finance
• Fixed Income Markets
• Corporate Bonds
• +7 more

Zongfei Yang is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago. She previously served as a tenured Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at Montana State University from 2015 to 2023, demonstrating a strong academic trajectory in finance research and education. Education: PhD in Finance, University of Oklahoma, 2015 MSc in Finance, Singapore Management University, 2010 BS in Economics (International Economics), Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 2007 Her research centers on corporate bonds, credit ratings, institutional investors, and market efficiency. She explores how corporate bonds are priced, traded, and influenced by governance, regulations, and investor behavior. Her work integrates FinTech and sustainability themes, particularly in assessing bond market efficiency and integrity. She teaches corporate finance and FinTech courses, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach. The most recent publications show a consistent focus on fixed income markets, underpricing mechanisms, underwriter incentives, and the role of market sentiment and regulation. Her work spans empirical finance, behavioral aspects, and sustainable market practices, often using event study and microstructure analysis. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Dr. Yang has advised or collaborated extensively with scholars such as Jeremy Goh, Louis Ederington, and Paul Malatesta, though formal student advisees are not listed. Her research has been supported through academic appointments and institutional affiliations, with no specific grants mentioned. She is actively publishing in leading finance journals, indicating ongoing research productivity. She is affiliated with the Quinlan School of Business and contributes to its research ecosystem, particularly in finance and applied analytics. Her work aligns with centers such as the Lab for Applied Artificial Intelligence and the CME Group Foundation Business Analytics Lab, suggesting engagement with data-driven financial research.

Benjamin XieView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computing Education
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Critical Data Studies
• +7 more

Dr. Benjamin Xie is an Assistant Professor joining the Department of Computer Science at the University of Denver's Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science in fall 2025. He is currently a Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University, jointly affiliated with the Human-Computer Interaction Group and the Graduate School of Education. His research focuses on designing equitable and critical human-data interactions in educational and environmental justice contexts. PhD in Information Science, University of Washington (2022) MEng in Computer Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2016) BS in Computer Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2015) Dr. Xie’s research lies at the intersection of computing education, human-computer interaction, and AI ethics. He investigates how to make computing education more inclusive, ethical, and critical. His work emphasizes participatory design, co-designing curricula with educators, and developing tools that scaffold AI literacy for high school students. He also explores how data can be used to promote equity in large-scale computing courses and environmental justice initiatives. His recent publications highlight a strong trajectory in AI and computing education, including benchmarking LLMs in CS assessments, co-designing AI curricula with teachers, and developing tools like Prompty to foster critical engagement with generative AI. His work consistently addresses ethical implications and equity considerations in technology education. Dr. Xie has been recognized with prestigious awards, including: National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Embedded Ethics Fellow at Stanford’s Institute for Human-Centered AI and McCoy Center for Ethics in Society He actively mentors students and collaborates with K–12 educators and community organizations. While formal advisees are not listed, he welcomes student inquiries and is building his research group at the University of Denver. His future work will continue to bridge technical innovation with social impact, particularly in democratizing access to AI and data literacy. Dr. Xie leads projects on environmental data justice, AI literacy tools, and equitable computing education. He collaborates with teams at Stanford and will establish a research lab at the University of Denver focused on critical and equitable human-data interactions.

Hallvard MoeView profile

Professor

• Media and Democracy
• Public Sphere Theory
• Media Policy
• +12 more

Hallvard Moe is a Professor in Media Studies at the Department of Information and Media Studies , University of Bergen (UiB) , Norway. He is a leading researcher in media and democracy, public service media, and digital media use, leading the Media Use Group and the ERC-funded PREPARE project. He actively teaches and supervises students in media-related fields. His research focuses on the democratic role of media, particularly how public service media adapt to digital platforms, the impact of algorithms and datafication, and citizens’ news use during crises like the pandemic and climate change. He has extensively studied Nordic media systems, social media in political campaigns, and media policy across Europe. The 15 most recent publications highlight a consistent research trajectory centered on public connection, media trust, and digital transformation. Key themes include crisis news consumption, algorithmic perception, media welfare state critique, and evolving citizen roles in datafied societies. Methodologically, he employs qualitative and mixed methods, including diaries and cross-national comparisons. ERC Consolidator Grant (2022) for the PREPARE project Member of the Norwegian Broadcasting Council Member of the Media Diversity Committee (2015–2017) He supervises master’s and PhD students and leads multiple research projects funded by the Research Council of Norway and the European Research Council. He is a frequent contributor to public discourse through lectures, reports, and media appearances, including the Reuters Institute Digital News Report. He is affiliated with research groups such as the Bergen Media Use Research Group and MediaFutures: Research Center for Responsible Media Technology & Innovation , where he contributes to interdisciplinary work on responsible media innovation.

Aytekin ErtanView profile

Associate Professor

• Accounting Practices
• Banking Sector Regulation
• Market Frictions
• +4 more

Aytekin Ertan is an Associate Professor of Accounting at London Business School , where he has been affiliated since 2014. His research examines how accounting practices and regulatory changes influence banking sector decision-making and market frictions, with a focus on SME credit markets and financial reporting. Education: BSc and MBA from Bilkent University, MA and PhD from Yale University His work has been published in top-tier journals such as The Accounting Review , Journal of Accounting and Economics , Journal of Accounting Research , Review of Accounting Studies , and Review of Financial Studies . He serves on the editorial boards of The Accounting Review and Review of Accounting Studies , and teaches financial reporting in the Executive MBA program, along with doctoral courses on financial intermediation and debt contracting. Key research trends include analyzing the impact of accounting standards (e.g., IFRS 9) on SME credit access, transparency initiatives in banking, and the role of auditors in financial regulation. Collaborative projects with scholars like Karthik Balakrishnan and Emmanuel De George highlight his interdisciplinary focus.