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Grant MichelsonView profile

Professor

• Business Ethics
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Organizational Behavior
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Grant Michelson is a Professor of Management in the Department of Management at Macquarie Business School, Macquarie University. He has held leadership roles including Chair of the Department of Management (2016–2019), interim Associate Dean for Learning & Teaching, and Academic Senate member (2021–2026). His research focuses on business ethics, corporate social responsibility (CSR), organizational behavior, and workplace dynamics, with notable contributions to modern slavery eradication, auditor transparency, and pandemic-era ethics. Michelson has extensive international experience, including roles at Audencia Business School (France) and visiting positions at institutions like the University of Zagreb and University of Sydney. Education: Qualifications from the Universities of Canterbury, Otago, and Sydney. Leadership: Served on review panels for UNSW, Griffith University, and others. Research: Over 70 publications, including studies on workplace gossip, industrial relations, and CSR strategies. Projects: Led initiatives on accounting career pathways and early-career skills. Collaborations: Global networks with institutions in China, France, and Croatia. Research Interests: Combines ethical theory with practical challenges, emphasizing CSR in crises, modern slavery, and the impact of technology on work. Recent work explores post-pandemic workplace ethics and NGO roles in human rights advocacy. Grants & Projects: Includes studies on auditor transparency (2024), sustainable accounting careers (2020–2021), and early-career accountant skill gaps (2020). Lab/Teams: Active in Macquarie Business School research groups and international advisory boards.

Myriam M.A.H. CloodtView profile

Associate Professor

• Open Innovation
• Corporate Entrepreneurship
• Strategy
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Myriam M.A.H. Cloodt serves as an Associate Professor of Open Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Department of Innovation, Technology Entrepreneurship & Marketing (ITEM) within the School of Industrial Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). She is also affiliated with EAISI High Tech Systems as a University Researcher. Her academic career spans over two decades, with a continuous focus on understanding innovation processes in complex business environments. Dr. Cloodt earned her MSc in Business Economics from Maastricht University in 1997. After working as a lecturer for two years, she began her PhD research at the Department of Organization & Strategy, completing her dissertation at METEOR (Maastricht University) on measuring innovative performance of high-tech companies after mergers and acquisitions. She joined Eindhoven University of Technology in July 2004 as a researcher at the School of Technology Management, becoming Assistant Professor in June 2006, and was promoted to Associate Professor of Open Innovation and Entrepreneurship in August 2017. Her research focuses on open innovation, corporate entrepreneurship, and strategic management, with particular interest in corporate venturing, strategic technology alliances, mergers and acquisitions, network analysis, and value constellations within innovation ecosystems. Dr. Cloodt's work bridges academic theory and practical application, as evidenced by her participation in industry projects for companies and innovation ecosystems like the High Tech Campus Eindhoven. Her publications span prestigious journals including Research Policy, Journal of Product Innovation Management, and Technological Forecasting and Social Change, as well as book chapters for Oxford University Press. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward circular economy applications, particularly in plastics innovation, alongside continued work on innovation ecosystems, science parks, and military innovation contexts. Her research demonstrates methodological diversity, employing network analysis, case studies, and stated choice experiments to investigate complex innovation phenomena across different sectors and organizational contexts. Best Paper Award - Mature PhD Student at the ESU European University Network on Entrepreneurship Conference (2021) Dr. Cloodt actively supervises graduate students and has contributed to numerous research projects, including C-PlaNeT (Circular Plastics Network for training), SEE-V-Lab, and the Brabant Center of Entrepreneurship. Her professional engagements extend to developing publications for organizations such as Adviesraad voor het Wetenschaps- en Technologiebeleid (AWT) and Het Financieele Dagblad. In teaching, she contributes to the BSc program in Industrial Engineering & Management Science, the MSc program in Innovation Management, and the Certificate program in Technology Entrepreneurship & Management. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly through contributions to circular economy research and sustainable innovation practices. Dr. Cloodt maintains active collaborations with industry partners and participates in significant academic conferences including the Annual World Open Innovation Conference where she serves on program committees.

Ester Ellen Trees BoltView profile

Research Fellow

• Healthcare Management
• Nurse Well-being
• Human Resource Management
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Ester Ellen Trees Bolt is a Post-doctoral Research Fellow at the University of Leeds since January 2023, concurrently serving as a Michael Beverley Innovation Fellow since September 2023. Previously, she held a Lecturer position at Sunway University, Malaysia, teaching HRM and research methods. She earned her PhD (2021) and Master’s (2018, Distinction) from Taylor’s University, Malaysia. Her research focuses on healthcare HRM challenges, particularly nurse turnover, well-being, and professional identity. She investigates systemic causes of nurse attrition, advocating for cultural shifts in nursing to reduce burnout through boundary-setting training and employer support. Her work highlights how self-sacrifice norms in nursing contribute to unsustainable workloads and proposes solutions like organizational culture reforms and policy changes. Key research areas include nurse retention strategies, leadership’s role in turnover reduction, and the impact of professional identity on job satisfaction. She collaborates with healthcare institutions to translate findings into actionable retention policies and has published widely on these topics in journals and platforms like The Conversation. Ester’s recent work explores post-turnover experiences and the efficacy of postdoctoral fellowships in shaping academic careers. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches linking HRM theory with healthcare practice to address global nursing shortages and workforce sustainability challenges.

• Labor Economics
• Economic Policy
• Macroeconomics
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Fabien Postel-Vinay is a Professor of Economics at the Department of Economics, University College London (UCL), and concurrently serves as Research Director at the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS). His research focuses on labor market dynamics, unemployment, wage determination, and the interplay between economic policies and labor markets. He holds dual affiliations with UCL and IFS, contributing to both academic research and policy analysis. Postel-Vinay’s work emphasizes understanding labor mobility, wage posting mechanisms, and the impact of business cycles on employment. His recent studies address post-pandemic job opportunities, mental health effects on labor trajectories, and structural labor market analysis. He has extensively published on topics such as public versus private sector wage gaps, temporary employment dynamics, and employer-employee matching processes. His research often combines theoretical models with empirical data, focusing on macroeconomic implications of labor market policies. Key themes include the role of age in policy design during crises, the cyclical job ladder dynamics, and the measurement of employer-to-employer reallocation. Despite his prolific output, no scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Postel-Vinay collaborates with institutions like IFS to inform policy through studies on labor market responses to economic shocks, such as the pandemic’s impact on employment structures. His work bridges theoretical microeconomics with applied policy analysis, addressing both academic and societal challenges in labor economics.

Natalia Mora SitjaView profile

Associate Professor

• Economic History
• Labour History
• Mediterranean History
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Dr. Natalia Mora Sitja is an Associate Professor in Modern European Economic History at the University of Cambridge and Fellow of Downing College. She joined the Faculty in 2005 after completing her Economics and Management degree at Universitat Pompeu Fabra, followed by an MSc and DPhil in Economic and Social History at the University of Oxford. Her research investigates the interactions between economic growth and labour markets, examining how technological innovations, migration, and structural change affect labour institutions and working conditions. Her doctoral work focused on the Catalan industrial workforce during industrialization, analyzing wage structures, inequality, and women's labor. Current research integrates gender into structural economic analysis using historical data and international comparisons. Publications focus on labour market integration, wage inequality, and industrialization in European contexts, employing quantitative methods to analyze historical economic transformations. Dr. Sitja supervises graduate students (MPhil and PhD) in European economic and social history, particularly projects involving inequalities, labour markets, women's work, migration, Spanish history, or quantitative analysis.

• Higher Education Policy
• Career Guidance
• Student Experience
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Vanessa Dodd is a Researcher at Staffordshire University , specializing in education research, evaluation, and policy analysis. She works within the Academic Quality and Development team, focusing on enhancing student experience and advancing the university's place-based mission. Prior to her role in the UK, she lectured on Sociology at Clemson University in the United States and collaborated with community-based organizations on evaluation frameworks.

William ClarkView profile

Lecturer

• History of Science
• Modern German History
• History of Universities
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William (Bill) Clark (1953-2017) was a historian specializing in the history of science, modern Germany, and academic institutions. He served as a part-time lecturer in UCLA's Department of History during the 1990s and 2000s, contributing to scholarly works on research universities' origins and academic practices. His seminal work Academic Charisma and the Origins of the Research University (2006) remains influential. Clark also co-edited collections like The Sciences in Enlightened Europe (1999) and taught at institutions including Goettingen University and UCSD. His research interests spanned the history of universities, scientific disciplines, and socio-spatial dynamics. Recent publications (2023–2025) focus on urbanization's effects, housing policy, residential mobility, and wellbeing in transitional societies. Notable themes include housing tenure impacts, urban-rural fertility patterns, and segregation mechanisms. Though no formal awards are listed, his extensive bibliography reflects significant contributions to historical and sociological scholarship. Clark advised no recorded students, but his interdisciplinary work bridges historical analysis with contemporary urban studies.

Kristin M. HawleyView profile

Professor

• Youth Mental Health
• Evidence-Based Interventions
• Mental Health Services Implementation
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Kristin M. Hawley is a Professor of Psychological Sciences at the University of Missouri and Director of the Center for Evidence-Based Youth Mental Health. She holds affiliations with the Missouri Prevention Science Institute and co-developed the Family Access Center of Excellence. Her work focuses on improving mental health service delivery for youth through implementation science, clinical training, and evidence-based interventions. Education: B.A. from University of Missouri-Columbia; M.A. and Ph.D. from UCLA; postdoctoral training at San Diego State University and Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. Clinical training includes roles at UCLA’s Semel Institute, Didi Hirsch Community Mental Health Services, and multiple child development centers. Research emphasizes access to effective mental health interventions in schools, clinics, and communities. Key areas include implementation barriers, provider engagement, and training systems for clinicians. Her HEART for Youth Lab develops tools to support clinical practice and program evaluation. Teaching focuses on evidence-based treatments for children/adolescents and clinical supervision. Active in professional training through practicum supervision and consultation. Lab activities center on translating research into practical solutions for youth mental health via the HEART for Youth Lab located in 317 Psychology Building.

Russell SabellaView profile

Professor

• School Counseling
• Solution-Focused Brief Counseling
• Educational Technology
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Russell Sabella is a Professor and Program Coordinator in the Department of Leadership, Counseling, and Human Development at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). He holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, an M.Ed. in School Counseling, and a B.S. in Psychology. Dr. Sabella specializes in solution-focused brief counseling, comprehensive school counseling programs, and addressing cyberbullying and digital safety issues. His research interests include applying solution-focused techniques to parent conferences, leadership program development, and classroom interventions. He has authored/co-authored over a dozen books, including Solution-Focused School Counseling: The Missing Manual (2020) and School Counselor Side Hustle (2019). His workshops, such as the Technology Boot Camp for Counselors, have trained thousands nationwide. Dr. Sabella served as President of the American School Counselor Association (2003–2004) and the Florida School Counselor Association (2013–2014). He has received awards including FGCU's Teaching and Service Excellence Awards and the Florida School Counselor Association's Lifetime Achievement Award. His work emphasizes technology integration in counseling and fostering resilience in educational settings. He teaches courses like Introduction to School Counseling, Research & Program Evaluation, and Leadership in Counseling. His publications span over three decades, addressing topics from cyberbullying prevention to post-pandemic student resilience. Dr. Sabella's contributions bridge practical counseling methods with modern technological challenges in education.

Lesley W. ChowView profile

Associate Professor

• Biomaterials Design and Synthesis
• Additive Manufacturing
• Peptides
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Lesley W. Chow is an Associate Professor in Bioengineering and Materials Science & Engineering at Lehigh University. She leads the Chow Lab, focusing on designing biomaterials for regenerative medicine and tissue engineering, particularly musculoskeletal interfaces like the osteochondral junction. Her work integrates 3D printing, peptide-polymer conjugates, and self-assembly techniques to create hierarchical scaffolds mimicking native tissues. Chow holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Northwestern University and a B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Florida. Her research emphasizes understanding how tissue organization influences cell behavior and improving clinical translation of biomaterials. Key areas include osteochondral interface regeneration, immunomodulatory biomaterials, and spatially functionalized scaffolds using additive manufacturing. Her lab’s innovations address challenges in musculoskeletal repair, such as creating gradient scaffolds to replicate native tissue properties. Collaborations span biomaterials science, engineering, and clinical translation. She also advocates for diversity in engineering through frameworks promoting institutional accountability. Major grants include the NSF CAREER Award for spatially organized biomaterials. Her work is published in journals across biomaterials science and tissue engineering, with a focus on interdisciplinary solutions for complex tissue regeneration.

• Gender Studies
• Sociology
• Work and Organization Studies
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Barbara Poggio is a Full Professor at the Department of Sociology and Social Research, University of Trento, and serves as Vice-Rector for Equity and Diversity Policies. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Trento and has held leadership roles, including Head of the Center for Interdisciplinary Gender Studies (2007–2021) and Chair of the Central Committee for Equal Opportunities (2015–2021). Her research focuses on gender, work, organizations, and inequality, with emphasis on narrative analysis, gender policies, and structural change in academia. Education: PhD in Sociology and Social Research, University of Trento (1997) Laurea cum laude in Sociology, University of Trento (1992) Postdoctoral Fellowship at Trento’s Department of Sociology (1999–2004) Research Interests: Gender asymmetries in organizations, gender and scientific careers, work-life balance, narrative analysis, diversity management. Key Projects: Coordinated FP7, Horizon 2020, and national projects on gender equality in academia, work-life balance, and organizational welfare. Led the GARCIA project (2013–2015) addressing gender disparities in research careers. Awards: Thesis award from Federazione Italiana Donne Arti Professioni Affari (1992). Grants & Grants Management: Extensive experience in securing and managing EU and national grants, including Horizon 2020 projects like EDIRE (2022–2024) and EFFORTI (2016–2018). Her publications span gender equality policies, academic careers, and organizational sociology, emphasizing methodological innovation and interdisciplinary approaches. She is a leading voice in gender studies, advocating for structural reforms in academia and the workplace.

MARIA JOSE PIÑEIRA MANTIÑANView profile

Professor

• Urban Geography
• Urban Planning
• Tourism Impact Analysis
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María José Piñeira Mantinán is a Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Department of Geography within the Faculty of Geography and History. She is part of the Institute of Studies and Development of Galicia (IDEGA) and leads the ANTE research group focused on territorial analysis. Her doctorate (2005) from the same university examined urban structures in A Coruña, supervised by Dr. Xosé Manuel Santos Solla and Dr. Petros Petsimeris. Her research interests center on urban geography, particularly urban planning, tourism impacts, social vulnerability, housing policy, and regional development. She explores how urbanization processes intersect with economic, social, and environmental challenges, with a focus on Spanish cities and peripheral regions. Her recent work highlights trends in urban segregation, the effects of touristification on historical centers, and innovative housing solutions. She has also addressed environmental challenges like flood mitigation in Niamey and fisheries policy impacts in Galician ports. Her interdisciplinary approach combines spatial analysis with socio-economic frameworks. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned. She has advised one doctoral thesis (2005) and collaborates with IDEGA and ANTE to advance urban governance and territorial development initiatives. Her involvement with research groups like ANTE and IDEGA positions her at the forefront of urban studies in Galicia, contributing to policy-oriented research on sustainable urbanization and regional resilience.

Tim RobertonView profile

Associate Professor

• Public Health
• Global Health
• Maternal and Child Health
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Tim Roberton is an Associate Professor in the School of Population and Global Health at The University of Western Australia. His work focuses on global health systems, maternal and child health, and the impact of demographic transitions on healthcare systems. He holds a Doctor of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University (2015), Master of Public Health from UWA (2010), and degrees from the University of Sydney and University of Cambridge. Doctor of Public Health: Johns Hopkins University (2015) Master of Public Health: UWA (2010) Master of International Studies: University of Sydney (2003) Bachelor of Arts: University of Cambridge (2001) His research explores maternal welfare, childhood mortality, and the effects of global health crises like the early impacts of COVID-19 in Mozambique. He also investigates health expenditure trends in Latin America, emphasizing economic development's role in healthcare financing. Recent studies include community health worker assessments in Mozambique and methodological advancements in global health modeling tools. Roberton leads the WHO-funded 'Health Systems Impact Modelling Consortia' project (2024–2026), focusing on technical support for health systems analysis. He has advised on multi-country studies and collaborates internationally on SDG-aligned public health priorities. Key areas of focus include strengthening health systems in low-resource settings, evaluating service disruptions during pandemics, and leveraging data-driven tools to improve health outcomes globally.

Arturo Vargas BustamanteView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Policy
• Health Services Research
• Public Health
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Arturo Vargas Bustamante is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health. He specializes in health policy, health services research, and public health, with a focus on addressing disparities in healthcare access and utilization among Latino/Hispanic and immigrant populations in the United States. His work also extends to comparative analyses of health care delivery systems in Latin American countries. PhD in Public Policy (2008), MA in Economics (2006), and MPP (2004) from UC Berkeley Research expertise: healthcare cost estimation, program evaluation, economic valuation, and survey research His research explores the intersection of socioeconomic and demographic factors with health system variables like insurance status and usual source of care. Key areas include telehealth equity, Medicaid policy, cross-border health insurance initiatives (e.g., Salud Migrante), and the impact of legislation such as the Affordable Care Act on immigrant communities. He has published extensively in journals like Health Affairs , Health Services Research , and American Journal of Preventive Medicine . Recent trends in his publications emphasize telehealth disparities during the pandemic, immigrant health equity post-Medicaid expansion, and cross-border healthcare challenges. His work frequently combines health economics with policy analysis, often addressing marginalized populations in the U.S. and Latin America. Professor Vargas Bustamante teaches graduate courses in healthcare organization and financing, vulnerable populations, and health services research. He has consulted for the Inter-American Development Bank and the Mexican Ministry of Health, integrating practical insights into his academic work.

• Energy Economics
• Power System Economics
• Stochastic Optimization
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Dr. Luiz Augusto Nobrega Barroso is a Research Affiliate at Comillas Pontifical University's Institute for Research in Technology (IIT), where he has been a visiting researcher since 2007. He is also the CEO of PSR Energy Consulting and Analytics, a global firm specializing in energy economics, consulting, and software development. His career spans industry, government, and academia, with expertise in energy policy, power system economics, and stochastic optimization. Barroso holds a PhD in Systems Engineering from COPPE/UFRJ (2006) and has served as Director General of Brazil’s Energy Research Office (EPE), a visiting fellow at the International Energy Agency (IEA), and editor for top journals like IEEE Power and Energy Magazine . He is an IEEE Fellow and recipient of the 2010 IEEE PES Outstanding Young Engineer Award. His research focuses on energy market design, renewable integration, and grid resilience. Notable contributions include studies on capacity mechanisms, retail liberalization, and pandemic-era grid operations. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles and contributed to global energy policy frameworks through roles in CIGRE and the Florence School of Regulation.