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Jon BertilssonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Branding
• Consumer Behavior
• Post-Growth Marketing
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Jon Bertilsson is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Marketing, Faculty of Economics, Lund University, and an affiliated researcher at the Centre for Retail Research. His research bridges branding, consumption studies, and sustainability, with a focus on post-growth marketing and public sector brand dynamics. Active in marketing scholarship since 2009 Specializes in qualitative methods (interviews, netnography) Key themes: degrowth, climate crisis adaptation, and consumer expertise His research examines how ordinary consumption becomes culturally cultivated and how public sector branding creates value tensions. He advocates pedagogical pluralism in teaching, integrating lectures, seminars, and student-led activities across undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD levels. Recent publications emphasize post-growth marketing frameworks and urban branding for social solutions. He actively contributes to public discourse through Swedish media and societal organizations like Rotary clubs. Scientific Awards Per Østergaard Award (2025) Bertilsson's work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in business administration and sustainability. He supervises multiple PhD projects and participates in cross-border research networks like the Cross Öresund Workshop.

Arthur BrooksView profile

Professor

• Happiness Science
• Leadership
• Social Entrepreneurship
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Arthur Brooks is the Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor of the Practice of Public and Nonprofit Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School and Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School , where he teaches courses on leadership and happiness. He holds a PhD in public policy analysis from the Rand Graduate School alongside an MPhil, MA in economics, and BA through distance learning. Education: PhD (Public Policy), MPhil (Public Policy), MA (Economics), BA (Distance Learning) His research spans happiness science , social entrepreneurship , public policy , and leadership development . Brooks explores intersections between behavioral science, neuroscience, philosophy, and policy-making to create actionable frameworks for personal and organizational well-being. His scientific contributions focus on happiness trends, loneliness epidemics, and the impact of technology on human connection. Brooks has received seven honorary doctorates and was recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 50 World’s Greatest Leaders. As a New York Times bestselling author with 15 books, including collaborations with Oprah Winfrey , Brooks combines academic rigor with practical advice through columns in The Atlantic and podcasts like The Art of Happiness . His work addresses modern challenges like digital isolation, emotional management, and existential purpose.

Clio PadovaniView profile

Professor

• Textile Heritage
• Innovation Policy
• Material Culture
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Professor Clio Padovani is a Professorial Fellow (Education) at the Winchester School of Art, part of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Southampton. Previously serving as Deputy Head of School (Education) from 2019 to 2022, she has maintained a distinguished career spanning academic, artistic, and research domains with a focus on textile heritage and sustainable innovation. Her educational background includes a 1st class honours BA from the Tapestry programme at Edinburgh College of Art, an MA from the Royal College of Art, and a PhD addressing links between innovation, craft skills, and heritage titled 'Banal and Splendid Form: revaluing textile makers' social and poetic identity as a strategy for textile manufacturing innovation.' Padovani's research explores how cloth functions as a repository of personal narratives and material histories, developing an original visual language where video images are informed by textile methodologies including folding, weaving, layering, quilting, and lace. Her work investigates how public policy can help retain textile manufacturing heritage and how the creative social capital of skilled textile communities enables growth in EU textile and fashion SMEs. She examines how narratives of textile construction engage with social values, policy agendas, and entrepreneurial environments supporting creative industries. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on environmental sustainability within creative sectors, textile heritage preservation, and the social dimensions of craft communities. The research demonstrates a clear trajectory from examining textile heritage to developing practical tools for measuring environmental impact in creative industries. Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE) (2018) Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2012) As an academic supervisor, Padovani currently advises PhD students Xiaotong Wang (PhD Fine Art) and Rezia Begum Wahid (PhD Design). Her research has been supported by competitive funding including EurotexId (EU Culture Programme, 2008-2010) as Academic Project Leader and Plustex (Interreg IVC project, 2011-2014) as Research Fellow. She maintains active involvement with the Creative Industries Federation, Creative Skillset, and Westminster Media Forum, working with SMEs to develop educational accreditation for upskilling fragile local communities. Padovani's work bridges academic research, artistic practice, and industry engagement, creating a unique ecosystem where textile heritage informs contemporary innovation, policy development, and sustainable manufacturing models.

Samuel Fosso WambaView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Business Analytics
• Data Science
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Samuel Fosso Wamba serves as Professor of Information Systems and Data Science and Director of Research at TBS Education. He leads the Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics Center of Excellence, which comprises 13 researchers and offers an MSc program in Artificial Intelligence & Business Analytics. His academic work spans cutting-edge research in AI applications for business operations, supply chain management, and digital transformation. Professor of Information Systems and Data Science at TBS Education Director of Research at TBS Education Head of Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics Center of Excellence (since 2019) Professor Fosso Wamba's research focuses on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, data science, and digital technologies in business contexts. His work examines how AI systems like ChatGPT revolutionize operations management, supply chain resilience, and commercial efficiency. He investigates practical applications of blockchain technologies including NFTs, and explores sustainable solutions for circular economy challenges, particularly in emerging markets. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world business applications, emphasizing data-driven decision-making capabilities. His publication portfolio reveals a strong emphasis on AI's role in 21st century business transformation, with recent articles analyzing generative AI's impact on supply chains, data-driven commercial operations, and educational technologies. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between computer science, operations management, and sustainability studies, with particular attention to practical implementation challenges in resource-constrained environments. Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers (Top 1% globally) - 2020, 2021, 2022 Stanford University/Elsevier Top 2% Most Influential Researchers Worldwide Published in Academy of Management Journal, European Journal of Information Systems, International Journal of Production Economics Professor Fosso Wamba teaches courses on Big Data, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Transformation. As head of the AI and Business Analytics Center, he oversees research initiatives that directly inform the MSc curriculum, creating a seamless integration between academic research and practical business education. The center's work with 13 researchers focuses on advancing knowledge in AI applications while training the next generation of data-savvy business leaders. His leadership has positioned TBS Education as an emerging center for AI research and education in Europe. The Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics Center functions as an interdisciplinary hub where researchers investigate emerging technologies while simultaneously developing educational content. This dual focus creates a feedback loop between theoretical research and practical business applications, with particular emphasis on solving real-world operational challenges through data-driven approaches.

• Differential-Algebraic Equations (DAEs)
• Interval Methods
• Structural Analysis
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Nedialko Nedialkov is a Professor in the Department of Computing and Software at McMaster University, Faculty of Engineering. His research centers on differential-algebraic equations (DAEs) , interval methods , and computational science , with a focus on rigorous numerical solutions and structural analysis. Contact: nedialk@mcmaster.ca Teaching: Courses include Scientific Computing, Advanced Topics in Computing and Software, and Principles of Programming. Research Highlights: Nedialkov has developed symbolic-numeric methods for DAEs, improved verified ODE integration, and created tools like DAETS for structural analysis. His work spans applications in hybrid systems , control theory , and biomedical computing . Publications Trends: Over the past 15 years, his scholarship emphasizes DAEs, validated numerical methods, and computational modeling. Key subfields include Port-Hamiltonian systems , block triangularization , interval constraints , and automatic differentiation . Labs & Teams: Collaborates with McMaster Experts and contributes to open-source projects for validated numerical computing.

Rebecca RouseView profile

Associate Professor

• Interactive Storytelling
• Game Design
• Media Theory
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Rebecca Rouse is an Associate Professor in Media Arts, Aesthetics, and Narration at the School of Informatics, University of Skövde, Sweden. She serves as Co-Director of PlayLab, a high-tech performance space exploring the intersection of games, game technology, and performing arts. Her work bridges academic research with creative practice across multiple domains. Rouse holds a PhD in Digital Media from Georgia Institute of Technology, an MA in Communication & Culture from York University and Ryerson University (Toronto), and a BA in Theatre Studies and German Studies from Brown University. Her educational background reflects her interdisciplinary approach that combines technical, theoretical, and artistic perspectives. Her research focuses on theoretical, critical, and design production work with storytelling for new technologies, particularly augmented and mixed reality systems. She designs and develops projects across museums, cultural heritage sites, interactive installations, movable books, and theatrical performance. Her work consistently investigates and invents new modes of storytelling while exploring critical perspectives on technology and design. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on feminist approaches to game design and pedagogy, critical examination of disciplinary formation in games studies, and innovative explorations of materiality in digital contexts. Her work spans multiple publication venues across game studies, media theory, performance studies, and education research, demonstrating remarkable interdisciplinary range. Rouse actively contributes to the academic community through editorial work, including special issues on doctoral supervision and feminist pedagogies in games. Her PlayLab initiative demonstrates commitment to practical implementation of her research through collaborative projects with researchers, artists, game students, and youths. Her creative and scholarly output spans artistic production, academic publications, and practical design work, creating a rich ecosystem where theory and practice inform each other. Current projects like PlayLab continue to push boundaries in interactive storytelling and performance technologies.

Hector Osvaldo RochaView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Development
• Organizational Purpose
• Entrepreneurship
• +12 more

Hector Osvaldo Rocha is a Professor and Chair of Comprehensive Sustainable Development at IAE Business School , with a focus on integral human, organizational, and social development. He co-creates projects with international leaders like Jeffrey Sachs and Henry Mintzberg , emphasizing cooperation, entrepreneurship, and ecosystem development. Education: Ph.D. in Business Studies, London Business School Master in Governance and Culture of Organizations, University of Navarra MBA, IAE Business School Public Accountant and BBA, National University of La Plata His research spans sustainable development , organizational purpose , and family well-being , with work published in Journal of Management Studies , Journal of Business Ethics , and Journal of Cleaner Production . Key projects include the Cities in Motion program and Emerald-Cladea Award -winning studies on social impact. His collaborations include David Audretsch ( Indiana University ), Roy Suddaby ( University of Victoria ), and Michael Pirson ( Fordham University ), with presentations at United Nations and OECD forums. Consulting engagements range from multinational firms to civil society organizations like Hospital Austral .

Cecilia FredrikssonView profile

Professor

• Ethnology
• Consumption Culture
• Value-Creating Practices
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Cecilia Fredriksson is a Professor in the Department of Service Studies at Lund University and an affiliated researcher at the Centre for Retail Research . Her work bridges ethnology, consumption culture, and sustainable development. Key Affiliations : Department of Service Studies, Centre for Retail Research Research Focus : Cecilia examines consumption practices through historical and contemporary lenses, emphasizing cultural learning processes and value creation. Her recent projects explore seaweed integration into diets and water management sustainability. Publications & Collaborations : She has contributed to journals like Future Foods and Academic Quarter , with interdisciplinary collaborations spanning environmental science, food studies, and policy analysis.

Elaine CongressView profile

Professor

• Ethics
• Cultural Diversity
• Interprofessional Collaboration
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Dr. Elaine Congress is Associate Dean for Special Programs and Professor at Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service. She directs the dual MSW/MPH program with Mount Sinai and the MSW student program at the United Nations, while chairing the Fordham Institute for Women and Girls. As Fordham's NGO representative at the UN, she advocates for the International Federation of Social Workers and serves on ethics committees globally. Her leadership extends to co-chairing the Social Work Section at the New York Academy of Medicine and the NASW Pioneer Board. Education includes: BA, Brown University MAT, Yale University MSW, Columbia University MA, New School for Social Research DSW, CUNY Hunter College Her research focuses on ethics, cultural diversity, public health, and interprofessional collaboration, with emphasis on: Developing assessment tools like the culturagram for immigrant families Creating the ETHIC model for ethical decision-making in social work UN Sustainable Development Goals and global behavioral health initiatives Nonprofit management through social justice frameworks Publications demonstrate consistent focus on multicultural practice, immigration policy, and ethical frameworks across 14 books and 60+ articles. Recent works analyze behavioral science applications in UN contexts and interprofessional approaches to global health equity. Dr. Congress mentors students through research collaborations, notably co-authoring publications with social work students. She leads significant initiatives including the MSW/MPH dual-degree program and UN practicum placements. She established the Fordham Institute for Women and Girls to advance gender equity research and partners with NGOs worldwide. Her podcasts on cultural assessment and refugee interventions extend knowledge dissemination beyond academia.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Data Science

Robert Jenssen is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science (DIKU) at the University of Copenhagen, where he is affiliated with the Pioneer AI (P1AI) research section. His academic role involves advancing research and education in artificial intelligence within Denmark's leading computer science department. His research focuses on core AI methodologies with emphasis on: Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Data Science As a member of the Pioneer AI section, Professor Jenssen contributes to cutting-edge research that bridges theoretical innovation with societal applications. His work aligns with DIKU's mission to develop software systems suited for both developers and end-users while creating tangible societal value through interdisciplinary collaboration with industry partners. Contact Professor Jenssen directly via rj@di.ku.dk for academic inquiries or research collaboration opportunities.

Konstantins KozlovskisView profile

Associate Professor

• Financial markets
• Investments
• Quantitative analytics
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Konstantins Kozlovskis is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management at Riga Technical University, specializing in the Economics and Business Institute. With over 30 years of experience in higher education and a Doctoral degree in Economics obtained in 2008, he has established himself as an expert in financial markets, investments, quantitative analytics, and data science. His research interests span across multiple disciplines including: Financial markets and investment management Quantitative analytics and data science applications Econometrics and statistical modeling Risk assessment model development and validation Mathematical modeling in business contexts Professor Kozlovskis has demonstrated expertise in programming environments including R and Python, and has authored 10 books on mathematical modeling applications in MS Excel, IBM SPSS, eViews, and R. His recent publications (2019-2023) show a strong interdisciplinary focus, applying machine learning to business problems, analyzing pandemic impacts on consumer behavior across generations, and exploring innovation opportunities through problem identification. His research portfolio includes significant recognition through multiple grants: "Transforming Education for Democracy through Aesthetic and Embodied Learning" (Horizon Europe, 2023-2026) as a Researcher "Highly specialized digital skills in high-performance computing" (EU Recovery and Resilience Facility, 2023-2026) as an Associate Professor "Creating Riga a Smart City as a Sustainable Tourism Destination in the Big Data Era" (ERDF, 2021-2023) as a Researcher "Towards the Post-pandemic Recovery" (National research programs, 2020) as a Senior Researcher

Björn VollanView profile

Professor

• Climate Change Adaptation
• Resource Governance
• Behavioral Economics
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Professor Björn Vollan is a University Professor at the University of Marburg, where he heads the research group "Sustainable Use of Natural Resources" within the School of Business and Economics. With a background in economics and extensive field experience, he contributes to interdisciplinary research on climate change adaptation, resource governance, and sustainable development. His educational background includes a Diplom Volkswirt from Universities Freiburg, Basel and Bergen (2003) and a PhD (Dr. rer. pol.) from the University of Marburg (2009). Prior to his current position, he served as a Robert Bosch Junior Professor at Marburg (2015-2019) and as an Assistant Professor for Environmental Economics at the Leopold-Franzens-Universität Innsbruck (2012-2015). Professor Vollan's research spans ecological and behavioral economics, with particular focus on climate change adaptation and migration, decentralized resource governance, experimental games as research tools, behavioral diagnosis, and the co-evolution of social preferences. His work emphasizes the importance of understanding context-specific factors through extensive participatory fieldwork and collaboration with local researchers in diverse settings including Namibia, South Africa, the Solomon Islands, and Bangladesh. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on innovative methodologies such as citizens' juries, experimental games, and participatory approaches to address sustainability challenges. His work on relational values in climate adaptation, pro-social leadership in democratic contexts, and behavior change interventions demonstrates his commitment to bridging theoretical insights with practical applications for sustainable development. Among his notable contributions is research examining how relational values in the Solomon Islands and Bangladesh could be integrated into climate adaptation planning, revealing limitations of monetization approaches and advocating for participatory decision-making frameworks. His work on democratic leaders' pro-social behavior demonstrates how elections impact leaders' decisions to serve community interests. Professor Vollan teaches courses in Sustainable Development, Environmental Economics, Ecological Economics, Experimental Economics, and Behavioral Economics. His teaching philosophy emphasizes experiential learning, with students engaging in case studies and research projects that apply economic theory to real-world environmental challenges. His approach to teaching is reflected in student testimonials, including one noting "Who needs formal evaluations when your students hand you a bottle of beer after the final lecture?" His research group employs innovative methods including experimental designs, household surveys, and qualitative approaches to uncover drivers of change in socio-ecological systems. They actively engage with local communities and stakeholders to co-create research that informs policies for more sustainable behaviors and practices.

Sonia DeottoView profile

Research Fellow

• Peace Studies
• Non-violence (Ahimsa)
• Art for Social Change
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Sonia Deotto is an Italian social artist and research fellow affiliated with the UNESCO Global Education Chair at the University of Valencia. She specializes in peacebuilding through artistic expression and cross-cultural dialogue. Her primary research areas include: Non-violence (Ahimsa) and Gandhian philosophy Mandala as universal archetype for peace Art-based community engagement Interfaith collaboration Indigenous knowledge systems Global peace education Deotto developed the OraWorldMandala (OWM) project through participatory research with religious communities in India (1999) and indigenous groups in Mexico (2001). This evolved into a global movement after she integrated Ahimsa principles learned under Ravindra Varma (former Chancellor of Gujarat Vidyapith) during 2004 training. Her notable recognition includes: Recipient of International Award for Promoting Gandhian Values Outside India (2019) Her work bridges artistic practice with peace studies, creating transcontinental connections through creative expression while promoting non-violent communication across cultural boundaries.

• Tourism
• Experience Management
• Heritage Tourism
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Kjersti Karijord Smørvik serves as an Associate Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, specifically within the School of Business Administration at the Harstad campus. Her institutional affiliation places her within Norway's northernmost university, which specializes in Arctic research and education. Dr. Smørvik's research interests center on tourism and experience management , with particular expertise in heritage tourism, religious tourism, and the psychological aspects of tourist experiences. Her work frequently explores how tourists co-create value through interactions with environments and other visitors, especially in culturally significant spaces like churches. She has developed substantial expertise in understanding escapism in tourism and its relationship to well-being, particularly in nature-based contexts. Analysis of her publication record from 2013-2025 reveals a consistent focus on qualitative research in tourism contexts, with increasing attention to well-being outcomes and regenerative tourism approaches in her most recent work. Her research bridges academic theory with practical applications in destination management and experience design. As an active researcher, Smørvik collaborates extensively with colleagues like May Kristin Vespestad and Thomas Gressnes, producing work that spans both academic journals and practical commentary in Norwegian media outlets like Nordlys. Her membership in the Arctic Innovative Experience Management (ArIEM) research group connects her work to UiT's broader Arctic research mission. Her teaching and research demonstrate strong connections between tourism theory and educational practice, with several publications examining how co-creation principles can enhance learning experiences in higher education settings. This interdisciplinary approach positions her work at the intersection of tourism studies, consumer behavior, and educational innovation.

• Stochastic Numerical Analysis
• Stochastic Differential Equations
• Randomized Methods
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Monika Eisenmann is an Associate Senior Lecturer in the Department of Applied Mathematics at Lund University's Faculty of Engineering (LTH) and serves as a Principal Investigator at eSSENCE: The e-Science Collaboration. Her academic work bridges the fields of numerical analysis and probability theory, focusing on the development and analysis of stochastic numerical methods. Dr. Eisenmann's research centers on stochastic numerical analysis, investigating how randomness influences mathematical problems from multiple perspectives. Her work examines stochastic elements within models themselves (accounting for uncertainties in parameters, natural variability, or external noise) as well as randomness introduced through numerical methods. She develops algorithms for solving stochastic differential equations and creates randomized approaches for optimization problems, with applications ranging from groundwater flow to machine learning frameworks. Her research has significant implications for high-dimensional and low-regularity settings where traditional deterministic methods face challenges. By leveraging stochastic optimization techniques, her work helps avoid local minima while providing faster function evaluations in complex computational scenarios. Dr. Eisenmann actively supervises doctoral students and leads multiple research projects: As primary supervisor for Marvin Jans (2023-2028) As joint second supervisor for Måns Williamson (2019-2025) Principal Investigator for "Stochastic numerical analysis with applications in groundwater flow problems" (Swedish Research Council, 2024-2028) Principal Investigator for "eSSENCE@LU 9:6 - Flow problems in porous media" (eSSENCE, 2023-2024) Researcher on "Moving domain decomposition methods for parabolic PDEs" (Swedish Research Council, 2024-2028) Researcher on "Analysis of numerical methods for optimization problems arising in machine learning" (2019-2024) Her collaborative work extends across international boundaries, with research partnerships visible through her academic network. As part of eSSENCE: The e-Science Collaboration, she contributes to advancing computational science methodologies with practical applications in environmental modeling and scientific computing.